ResMed AIRCurve 10 Vauto User manual

User guide
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User guide

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ENGLISH
Welcome
The AirCurve™10 VAuto and AirCurve 10 S are bilevel positive airway pressure devices.
WARNING
Read this entire guide before using the device.
Use the device according to the intended use provided in this guide.
The advice provided by your prescribing doctor should be followed ahead of the
information provided in this guide.
Indications for use
AirCurve 10 VAuto
The AirCurve 10 VAuto device is indicated for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) in
patients weighing more than 30 kg. It is intended for home and hospital use.
The humidifier is intended for single patient use in the home environment and re-use in a
hospital/institutional environment.
AirCurve 10 S
The AirCurve 10 S device is indicated for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) in
patients weighing more than 30 kg. It is intended for home and hospital use.
The humidifier is intended for single patient use in the home environment and re-use in a
hospital/institutional environment.
Contraindications
Positive airway pressure therapy may be contraindicated in some patients with the following pre-
existing conditions:
severe bullous lung disease
pneumothorax or pneumomediastinum
pathologically low blood pressure, particularly if associated with intravascular volume depletion
dehydration
cerebrospinal fluid leak, recent cranial surgery, or trauma.
Adverse effects
You should report unusual chest pain, severe headache, or increased breathlessness to your
prescribing physician. An acute upper respiratory tract infection may require temporary
discontinuation of treatment.
The following side effects may arise during the course of therapy with the device:
drying of the nose, mouth, or throat
nosebleed
bloating
ear or sinus discomfort
eye irritation
skin rashes.

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At a glance
The AirCurve 10 includes the following:
Device
Air tubing
Power supply unit
Travel bag
SD card (already inserted).
Contact your care provider for a range of accessories available for use with the device including:
Air tubing (heated and non-heated): ClimateLineAir™, SlimLine™, Standard
HumidAir™humidifier
Filter: Hypoallergenic filter, standard filter
Air10™DC/DC converter (12V/24V)
SD card reader
Air10 oximeter adapter
Air10 USB adapter.
About your device
1 Air outlet 5 Screen
2 Air filter cover 6 Adapter cover
3 Power inlet 7 SD card cover
4 Serial number and device number

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About the control panel
Start/Stop button
Press to start/stop therapy.
Press and hold for three seconds to enter power save
mode.
Dial
Turn to navigate the menu and press to select an option.
Turn to adjust a selected option and press to save your
change.
Home button Press to return to the Home screen.
Different icons may be displayed on the screen at different times including:
Ramp Time No wireless connection
Wireless signal strength
(green)
Airplane Mode
Wireless transfer not
enabled (grey)
Setup
1. Place the device on a stable level surface.
2. Plug the power connector into the rear of the device. Connect one end of the power cord into
the power supply unit and the other end into the power outlet.
3. Connect the air tubing firmly to the air outlet located on the rear of the device.
4. Connect the free end of the air tubing firmly onto the assembled mask.
See your mask user guide for detailed information.
Recommended masks are available on www.resmed.com.

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Starting therapy
1. Fit your mask.
2. Press Start/Stop or breathe normally if SmartStart is enabled.
You will know that therapy is on when the Sleep Report screen is displayed.
The pressure bar shows the inspiratory and expiratory pressures in green.
The green bar will expand and contract as you breathe in and out.
The screen will go black automatically after a short period of time. You can press Home or the dial to
turn it back on. If power is interrupted during therapy, the device will automatically restart therapy
when power is restored.
The AirCurve 10 device has a light sensor that adjusts the screen brightness based on the light in
the room.
Stopping therapy
1. Remove your mask.
2. Press Start/Stop or if SmartStart is enabled, therapy will stop automatically after a few seconds.
The Sleep Report now gives you a summary of your therapy session.
Usage hours
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Indicates the number of hours of therapy you received last
session.
Mask Seal–Indicates how well your mask sealed:
Good mask seal.
Needs adjusting, see Mask Fit.
Total Used Hrs (Germany only)–Indicates the total number of hours you have used your device
since you first started using it.
If set by your care provider, you will also see:
Events per hour–Indicates the number of apnoeas and hypopnoeas experienced per hour.
More Info–Turn the dial to scroll down to view more detailed usage data.

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Power save mode
Your AirCurve 10 device records your therapy data. In order to allow it to transmit the data to your
care provider, you should not unplug the device. However, you can put it into power save mode to
save electricity.
To enter power save mode:
Press and hold Start/Stop for three seconds.
The screen goes black.
To exit power save mode:
Press Start/Stop once.
The Home screen is displayed.
My Options
Your AirCurve 10 device has been set up for your needs by your care provider, but you may find you
want to make small adjustments to make your therapy more comfortable.
Highlight My Options and press the dial to see your
current settings. From here, you can personalise your
options.
Ramp Time
Designed to make the beginning of therapy more comfortable, Ramp Time is the period during
which the pressure increases from a low start pressure to the prescribed treatment pressure.
You can set your Ramp Time to Off or between 5 to 45 minutes.
To adjust Ramp Time:
1. In My Options, turn the dial to highlight Ramp
Time and then press the dial.
2. Turn the dial to adjust the ramp time to your
preferred setting and press the dial to save the
change.

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Mask Fit
Mask Fit is designed to help you assess and identify possible air leaks around your mask.
To check Mask Fit:
1. Fit the mask as described in the mask user guide.
2. In My Options, turn the dial to highlight Run Mask Fit and then press the
dial.
The device starts blowing air.
3. Adjust the mask, mask cushion and headgear until you get a Good result.
To stop Mask Fit, press the dial or Start/Stop. If you are unable to get a good mask seal, talk to your
care provider.
More options
Your care provider may have given you access to personalise a few more options.
Leak Alert When Leak Alert is enabled, the device beeps if the mask leaks too much air
or if you remove the mask during therapy.
SmartStart When SmartStart is enabled, therapy starts automatically when you breathe
into your mask. When you remove your mask, it stops automatically after few
seconds.
Mask This option shows your mask type setting. If you use more than one type of
mask, adjust this setting when switching between masks.
Caring for your device
It is important that you regularly clean your AirCurve 10 device to make sure you receive optimal
therapy. The following sections will help you with disassembling, cleaning, checking and
reassembling your device.
Disconnecting the air tubing
1. Hold the cuff of the air tubing and gently pull it away from the device.
2. Hold both the cuff of the air tubing and the swivel of the mask, then gently pull apart.

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Cleaning
You should clean the device weekly as described. Refer to the mask user guide for detailed
instructions on cleaning your mask.
1. Wash the air tubing in warm water using mild detergent.
Do not wash in a dishwasher or washing machine.
2. Rinse the air tubing thoroughly and allow to dry out of direct sunlight and/or heat.
3. Wipe the exterior of the device with a dry cloth.
Checking
You should regularly check the air tubing and air filter for any damage.
1. Check the air tubing and replace it if there are any holes, tears or cracks.
2. Check the air filter and replace it at least every six months.
Replace more often if there are any holes or blockages by dirt or dust.
To replace the air filter:
1. Open the air filter cover and remove the old air filter.
The air filter is not washable or reusable.
2. Place a new air filter onto the air filter cover and then close it.
Make sure the air filter is fitted at all times to prevent water and dust from entering the device.
Reconnecting the air tubing
When the air tubing is dry, you can reconnect it to the device.
1. Connect the air tubing firmly to the air outlet located on the rear of the device.
2. Connect the free end of the air tubing firmly onto the assembled mask.

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Therapy data
Your AirCurve 10 device records your therapy data for you and your care provider so they can view
and make changes to your therapy if required. The data is recorded and then transferred to your care
provider wirelessly or via an SD card.
Data transmission
Your AirCurve 10 device has the capability of wireless communication so that your therapy data can
be transmitted to your care provider to improve the quality of your treatment. This is an optional
feature that will only be available if you choose to benefit from it. It also allows your care provider to
update your therapy settings in a more timely manner or upgrade your device software to ensure
you receive the best therapy possible.
The data is usually transmitted after therapy has stopped. In order to make sure that your data is
transferred, leave your device connected to the mains power at all times and make sure that it is not
in Airplane Mode.
Notes:
Therapy data might not be transmitted if you use it outside of the country or region of purchase.
Devices with wireless communication might not be available in all regions.
SD card
An alternative way for your therapy data to be transferred to your care provider is via the SD card.
Your care provider may ask you to send the SD card by mail or to bring it in. When instructed by
your care provider, remove the SD card.
Do not remove the SD card from the device when the SD light is flashing.
To remove the SD card:
1. Open the SD card cover.
2. Push in the SD card to release it. Remove the SD card from the device.
Place the SD card in the protective folder and send it back to your care provider.
For more information on the SD card refer to the SD card protective folder provided with your
device.
Note: The SD card should not be used for any other purpose.
Travelling
You can take your AirCurve 10 device with you wherever you go. Just keep the following in mind:
Use the travel bag provided to prevent damage to the device.
Make sure you have the appropriate power cord for the region you are travelling to. For
information on purchasing, contact your care provider.

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Travelling by plane
Your AirCurve 10 device may be taken on board as carry-on luggage. Medical devices do not count
toward your carry-on luggage limit.
You can use your AirCurve 10 device on a plane as it meets the Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) requirements. Air travel compliance letters can be downloaded and printed from
www.resmed.com.
When using the device on a plane turn on Airplane Mode.
To turn on Airplane Mode:
1. In My Options, turn the dial to highlight Airplane
Mode and then press the dial.
2. Turn the dial to select On and then press the dial to
save the change.
The Airplane Mode icon is displayed at the top
right of the screen.
Troubleshooting
If you have any problems, have a look at the following troubleshooting topics. If you are not able to
fix the problem, contact your care provider or ResMed. Do not try to open the device.
General troubleshooting
Problem/possible cause Solution
Air is leaking from around my mask
Mask may be fitted incorrectly. Make sure your mask is fitted correctly. See your mask user
guide for fitting instructions or use the Mask Fit function to
check your mask fit and seal.
Air pressure in my mask seems too high (it feels like I am getting too much air)
Ramp may be turned off. Use the Ramp Time option.
Air pressure in my mask seems too low (it feels like I am not getting enough air)
Ramp may be in progress. Wait for air pressure to build up or turn Ramp Time off.
My screen is black
Backlight on the screen may have turned off. It turns off
automatically after a short period of time.
Press Home or the dial to turn it back on.
Power may not be connected. Connect the power supply and make sure the plug is fully
inserted.
My therapy data has not been sent to my care provider
Wireless coverage may be poor. Make sure that the device is placed where there is coverage
(ie, on your bedside table, not in a drawer or on the floor).
The Wireless signal strength icon indicates good
coverage when all bars are displayed, and poor coverage
when fewer bars are displayed.