ResMed AIRCurve 10 Vauto User manual

Clinical guide
Clinical guide
English

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Contents
Welcome ...................................................................................................................................1
Indications for use................................................................................................................1
AirCurve 10 VAuto .........................................................................................................1
AirCurve 10 S.................................................................................................................1
AirCurve 10 ST...............................................................................................................1
Contraindications..................................................................................................................1
Adverse effects....................................................................................................................1
At a glance ................................................................................................................................2
About the control panel ...........................................................................................................3
Therapy information.................................................................................................................4
Bilevel pressures..................................................................................................................4
VAuto mode .........................................................................................................................4
Min EPAP, Max IPAP and pressure support in VAuto mode...........................................4
S mode ................................................................................................................................5
ST mode ..............................................................................................................................5
T mode.................................................................................................................................5
CPAP mode..........................................................................................................................5
Triggering and cycling ..........................................................................................................5
Rise time adjustment ...........................................................................................................5
TiControl - Inspiratory time control .......................................................................................6
Central sleep apnea detection ..............................................................................................7
Leak management with VSync.............................................................................................7
Comfort features.......................................................................................................................7
Ramp ...................................................................................................................................7
Expiratory Pressure Relief ....................................................................................................8
Easy-Breathe........................................................................................................................8
Climate Control ....................................................................................................................8
Climate Control Auto......................................................................................................8
Tube Temperature .........................................................................................................8
Climate Control Manual..................................................................................................8
Setup.......................................................................................................................................10
Supplemental oxygen.........................................................................................................11
Antibacterial filters .............................................................................................................11
Accessing and exiting the Clinical Menu...............................................................................12
Adjusting the clinical settings .............................................................................................12
Setting the date and time.............................................................................................13
Settings menu....................................................................................................................14
Therapy........................................................................................................................14
Comfort .......................................................................................................................15
Accessories .................................................................................................................16
Options ........................................................................................................................16
Configuration ...............................................................................................................16
Starting therapy......................................................................................................................17
Stopping therapy....................................................................................................................17
Viewing the Sleep Report...................................................................................................18
Sleep Report screen parameters ........................................................................................18
Cleaning and Maintenance ....................................................................................................19
Disassembling....................................................................................................................20
Cleaning.............................................................................................................................20

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Checking ........................................................................................................................... 20
Reassembling.................................................................................................................... 21
Reprocessing.......................................................................................................................... 21
Surface disinfection ........................................................................................................... 22
Reprocessing the air tubing and Air10 tubing elbow .......................................................... 22
Disconnecting ............................................................................................................. 22
Decontaminating ......................................................................................................... 22
Disinfecting ................................................................................................................. 23
High level chemical disinfection .................................................................................. 23
Sterilization.................................................................................................................. 24
Inspecting ................................................................................................................... 24
Reconnecting the air tubing......................................................................................... 24
Packaging and storage................................................................................................. 24
Reprocessing the water tub and air outlet ......................................................................... 25
Disassembling............................................................................................................. 25
Decontaminating ......................................................................................................... 26
Disinfecting ................................................................................................................. 26
High level thermal disinfection .................................................................................... 26
High level chemical disinfection .................................................................................. 26
Sterilization.................................................................................................................. 27
Inspecting ................................................................................................................... 27
Reassembling.............................................................................................................. 27
Packaging and storage................................................................................................. 28
Data management and therapy compliance ........................................................................ 28
Remote monitoring............................................................................................................ 29
SD card.............................................................................................................................. 29
Data storage...................................................................................................................... 29
Software upgrade.............................................................................................................. 30
Managing patient care........................................................................................................... 31
Patient menu ..................................................................................................................... 31
Therapy data...................................................................................................................... 31
Traveling............................................................................................................................ 31
Traveling by plane........................................................................................................ 31
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................... 32
General troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 32
Device messages .............................................................................................................. 33
General warnings and cautions ............................................................................................ 35
Technical specifications......................................................................................................... 36
Symbols ............................................................................................................................ 41
Servicing............................................................................................................................ 42
Limited warranty................................................................................................................ 42

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Welcome
The AirCurve™ 10 VAuto, AirCurve 10 S and AirCurve 10 ST are bilevel positive airway pressure
devices.
WARNING
Read this entire guide before using the device.
CAUTION
In the US, Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
Indications for use
AirCurve 10 VAuto
The AirCurve 10 VAuto device is indicated for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in
patients weighing more than 66 lb (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 apnea (OSA) in patients
weighing more than 66 lb (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 ST
The AirCurve 10 ST device is indicated for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in
patients weighing more than 66 lb (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
Patients should report unusual chest pain, severe headache, or increased breathlessness to their
prescribing physician. An acute upper respiratory tract infection may require temporary
discontinuation of treatment.

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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.
At a glance
The AirCurve 10 includes the following:
•Device with HumidAir™integrated humidifier
•Water tub
•Air tubing
•Power supply unit
•Travel bag
•SD card (not available in all devices).
A range of accessories are available for use with the device including:
•Air tubing (heated and non-heated): ClimateLineAir™, SlimLine™, ClimateLineAir Oxy, Standard,
3 m air tubing
•Water tub: Standard water tub (for single patient use only, cannot be disinfected), cleanable
water tub (for multi-patient use, can be disinfected)
•Side cover for use without the humidifier
•Filter: Hypoallergenic filter, standard filter
•Air10™DC/DC converter
•SD card reader
•Air10 oximeter adapter
•Air10 USB adapter
•Power Station II
•Air10 tubing elbow.
Note: Make sure all parts and accessories used with the device are compatible. For compatibility
information, refer to www.resmed.com.

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1
Air outlet
5
Water tub
2
Air filter cover
6
Screen
3
Power inlet
7
Adapter cover
4
Serial number and device number
8
SD card cover
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 Wireless signal strength (green)
Humidity Wireless transfer not enabled (gray)
Humidifier warming No wireless connection
Humidifier cooling Airplane Mode

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Therapy information
The following modes are available on the AirCurve 10 device:
Device
Mode
VAuto
S
ST
T
CPAP
AirCurve 10 VAuto   
AirCurve 10 S  
AirCurve 10 ST    
Bilevel pressures
The AirCurve 10 device assists spontaneous breathing by cycling between two pressures in
response to the patient flow or a preset fixed time.
The inspiratory positive airway pressure (IPAP, or the sum of EPAP and the pressure support level)
assists inspiration.
The lower expiratory positive airway pressure (EPAP) facilitates exhalation comfort while providing a
splint to maintain an open upper airway.
The difference of the two pressures—pressure support (PS) level—contributes to patient comfort.
VAuto mode
In VAuto mode, the AutoSet algorithm automatically adjusts pressure in response to flow limitation,
snore and obstructive apneas.
Min EPAP, Max IPAP and pressure support in VAuto mode
Pressure support allows you to set the difference between inspiratory and expiratory pressure and
is fixed throughout the night. Min EPAP and Max IPAP settings allow you to restrict the delivered
pressure ranges in which the AutoSet algorithm can operate.
The EPAP and IPAP will vary across the session according to the patient’s needs. It responds to
snoring, apneas and flow limitation of the patient’s flow curve.
Min EPAP and Max IPAP can be adjusted to limit the upper and lower delivered pressure limits.

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S mode
In S mode, you may set two treatment pressures-–one for inspiration (IPAP) and one for expiration
(EPAP). The device senses when the patient is inhaling and exhaling and supplies the pressures
accordingly. The difference between IPAP and EPAP levels helps determine the tidal volume.
ST mode
In ST mode, the device augments any breath initiated by the patient, but will also supply additional
breaths should the patient breath rate fall below the set "backup" breath rate.
T mode
In T mode, a fixed breath rate and a fixed inspiration/expiration time are supplied regardless of
patient effort.
CPAP mode
In CPAP mode, a fixed pressure is delivered.
Triggering and cycling
VAuto, S and ST modes only
The device has adjustable trigger/cycle sensitivity to optimize the sensing level according to patient
conditions.
Under normal conditions, the device triggers (initiates IPAP) and cycles (terminates IPAP and
changes to EPAP) as it senses the change in patient flow. Patient breath detection is enhanced by
ResMed's VSync automatic leak management.
Rise time adjustment
S, ST and T modes only
Rise Time sets the time taken for the device to reach IPAP. The greater the rise time value, the
longer it takes for pressure to increase from EPAP to IPAP.
Patients with a high ventilatory demand may prefer a shorter rise time, while patients who are slow
breathers may prefer a longer rise time.
Note: A prolonged rise time inhibits fast pressurization, therefore, rise time should not be set longer
than Ti Min or the patient's normal inspiratory time.

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TiControl - Inspiratory time control
VAuto, S and ST modes only
Unique to ResMed bilevel devices, TiControl™allows the clinician to set minimum and maximum
limits on the time the device spends in IPAP. The minimum and maximum time limits are set at
either side of the patient’s ideal spontaneous inspiratory time, providing a ’window of opportunity’
for the patient to spontaneously cycle to EPAP.
The minimum time limit is set via the Ti Min parameter and the maximum time limit is set via the Ti
Max parameter.
TiControl’s Ti Max and Ti Min parameters play a significant role in maximizing synchronization by
effectively intervening to limit or prolong the inspiratory time when required. This ensures
synchronization, even in the presence of significant mouth and/or mask leak.
The following table is a guide to selecting the Ti Max and Ti Min values that best correspond to the
patient’s respiratory rate and inspiration and expiration ratio, depending on the respiratory
conditions.
Examples:
•I:E = 1:1 – Ti Min prevents the premature cycling to EPAP for patients whose inspiratory effort is
extremely weak.
•I:E = 1:3 – Ti Max limits the inspiration time for patients who require a longer expiration time.
Patient breath
(BPM)
Ttot = 60/BPM
(sec)
I:E = 1:2
(Reference)
Sufficient inhalation time
I:E = 1:1
Secure
exhalation time
I:E = 1:3
Ti Min
Ti Max
Ti Max
10 6 2 1.0 2.0 1.5
15 4 1.3 1.0 2.0 1.3
20 3 1.0 0.8 1.5 1.0
25 2.4 0.8 0.7 1.2 0.8
30 2 0.7 0.6 1.0 0.7
35 1.7 0.6 0.5 0.8 0.7
40 1.5 0.5 0.5 0.7 0.7

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Central sleep apnea detection
Central sleep apnea detection is available in VAuto, CPAP and S modes (when Easy-Breathe is
enabled) on AirCurve 10 VAuto and AirCurve 10 S devices.
The AirCurve 10 has central sleep apnea (CSA) detection. The Summary and Detailed Data of these
parameters are available to view on ResMed's patient compliance software (data availability
depends on device mode and parameter measured).
The device detects both obstructive and central sleep apneas (CSA). CSA detection uses the Forced
Oscillation Technique (FOT) to determine the state of the patient’s airway during an apnea. When an
apnea has been detected, small oscillations in pressure [1 cm H2O (1 hPa) peak-to-peak at 4 Hz] are
added to the current device pressure. The CSA detection algorithm uses the resulting flow and
pressure (determined at the mask) to measure the airway patency.
Leak management with VSync
Using ResMed's VSync algorithm, the AirCurve 10 device monitors and compensates for leak by
continuously and automatically adjusting the baseline flow. This enables reliable delivery of therapy
pressure while maintaining patient-device synchrony.
Comfort features
Ramp
Designed to make the beginning of treatment more comfortable, ramp is available in all modes.
In VAuto, S, ST and T modes the ramp functions as follows:
In VAuto, S, T and ST modes, the EPAP gradually increases from the Start EPAP to the prescribed
treatment pressure. Throughout Ramp, Pressure Support is maintained at the same level as that set
for treatment.
In CPAP mode, the pressure increases from a low pressure (Start Pressure) to the prescribed
treatment pressure.

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Expiratory Pressure Relief
The comfort feature Expiratory Pressure Relief is available in CPAP mode on the AirCurve 10 VAuto
device.
Designed to make therapy more comfortable, Expiratory Pressure Relief (EPR) maintains optimal
treatment for the patient during inhalation and reduces the delivered mask pressure during
exhalation.
EPR
On—EPR is enabled.
Off—EPR is disabled.
The following settings are only available if EPR is On:
EPR Type
Full Time—If set to Full Time, EPR is enabled for the whole therapy session.
Ramp Only—If set to Ramp Only, EPR is only enabled during ramp time.
EPR Level
1, 2, 3 cm H
2
O (1, 2, 3 hPa)
When EPR is enabled, the delivered pressure will not drop below a minimum pressure of 4 cm H2O
(4 hPa), regardless of the settings.
Easy-Breathe
The comfort feature Easy-Breathe is available in S mode on the AirCurve 10 VAuto and AirCurve 10
S device.
The Easy-Breathe waveform intelligently recreates a patient’s individual breathing pattern, so
breathing feels more natural and therapy is more comfortable.
Climate Control
Climate Control is an intelligent system that controls the humidifier and the ClimateLineAir heated
air tubing to deliver constant, comfortable temperature and humidity levels during therapy.
Designed to prevent dryness of the nose and mouth, it maintains the set temperature and relative
humidity during sleep. Climate Control can be set to either Auto or Manual and is only available
when the ClimateLineAir and the water tub are attached.
Climate Control Auto
Climate Control Auto is the recommended and default setting. Climate Control Auto is designed to
make therapy as easy as possible, so there is no need to change the temperature or humidity
settings.
Climate Control adjusts the humidifier output to maintain a constant, comfortable humidity level of
85% relative humidity while protecting against rainout (water droplets in the air tubing and mask).
Tube Temperature
In Climate Control Auto there is no need to change any settings, but if the air in the mask is too
warm or cold for the patient, the tube temperature can be adjusted. The Tube Temperature can be
set to anywhere between 60–86°F (16–30°C), or turned off completely.
Climate Control Manual
Designed to offer more flexibility and control over settings, Climate Control Manual lets the patient
adjust the temperature and humidity to the setting which is most comfortable for them.
In Climate Control Manual, the Tube Temperature and the Humidity Level can be set independently
however, rainout protection is not guaranteed. If rainout does occur, first try increasing the tube
temperature. If the air temperature becomes too warm and rainout continues, try decreasing the
humidity.

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Tube Temperature
If the air in the mask feels too warm or too cold, the patient can adjust the temperature to find what
is most comfortable or turn it off completely. The Tube Temperature can be set to anywhere
between 60–86°F (16–30°C).
The temperature sensor located at the mask end of the ClimateLineAir heated air tubing enables the
system to automatically control the temperature of the air delivered to the patient. This ensures the
temperature of the air delivered to the patient does not fall below the set minimum temperature,
therefore maximizing breathing comfort for the patient.
Humidity Level
The humidifier moistens the air and is designed to make therapy more comfortable. If the patient is
getting a dry nose or mouth, turn up the humidity. If the patient is getting moisture in their mask,
turn down the humidity.
The Humidity Level can be set to Off or between 1 and 8, where 1 is the lowest humidity setting
and 8 is the highest humidity setting.
For each humidifier setting, the Climate Control system delivers a constant amount of water vapor,
or absolute humidity (AH), to the patient’s upper airway.
Automatic adjustment
The humidifier and ClimateLineAir heated air tubing are controlled by the Climate Control algorithm
to deliver constant humidity and temperature outputs. The system adjusts automatically to changes
in:
•ambient room temperature and humidity values
•flow due to pressure changes
•flow due to mask or mouth leak.

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Setup
CAUTION
Do not overfill the water tub as water may enter the device and air tubing.
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. Open the water tub and fill it with distilled water up to the maximum water level mark.
Do not fill the water tub with hot water.
5. Close the water tub and insert it into the side of the device.
6. Connect the free end of the air tubing firmly onto the assembled mask.
See the mask user guide for detailed information.
Recommended masks are available on www.resmed.com.

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Supplemental oxygen
The AirCurve 10 VAuto and AirCurve 10 S devices are designed to be compatible with up to 4 L/min
of supplemental oxygen in all modes.
The AirCurve 10 ST device is designed to be compatible with up to 15 L/min of supplemental
oxygen in all modes.
At a fixed rate of supplemental oxygen flow, the inhaled oxygen concentration will vary depending
on the pressure settings, patient breathing pattern, mask selection and the leak rate.
To connect supplemental oxygen to the device you need to connect an oxygen connector port. For
more information on how to set up the device with supplemental oxygen, refer to the user guide
supplied with that accessory.
Notes:
•Adding oxygen may affect the delivered pressure and the accuracy of the displayed leak and
minute ventilation.
•Before adding oxygen, familiarize yourself and your patient with the specific warnings relating to
the use of supplemental oxygen. These can be found at the end of this guide.
Antibacterial filters
Antibacterial filters increase resistance in the air circuit and may affect accuracy of displayed and
delivered pressure, particularly at high flows.
ResMed recommends using an antibacterial filter with a low impedance [eg, 2 cm H2O (2 hPa) at
60 L/min], such as PALL (BB50T), Filter without Luer Port (4222/702) or the Filter with Side Port
24966 (4222/701). If using the Filter with Side Port, an Oxygen Connector Port is required.
Note: When using the SlimLine air tubing above 20 cm H2O (20 hPa), the device optimum
performance may not be reached if used with an antibacterial filter. The device performance must
be checked prior to prescribing the SlimLine air tubing for use with an antibacterial filter.

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Accessing and exiting the Clinical Menu
You can access, view and set parameters relating to a patient's therapy and device configuration in
the Clinical Menu.
To access the Clinical Menu:
•Press and hold the dial and the Home button for three seconds.
The Home screen is displayed with an unlock icon in the top right corner of the screen.
To exit the Clinical Menu:
•Press and hold the dial and the Home button for three seconds.
•Select Exit Clinical Menu from the Home screen.
The device will automatically exit the Clinical Menu after 20 minutes of inactivity.
Adjusting the clinical settings
1. Access the Clinical Menu, highlight Settings and press the dial.
The Settings menu is displayed.
2. Turn the dial to highlight the setting you want to adjust and then press the dial.
3. Turn the dial to adjust the setting and press the dial to save the change.

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The settings can be changed in different ways depending on the type of screen:
Turn the dial to edit live in the
menu.
Turn the dial to change the
setting.
Select from a list of options.
Setting the date and time
Before you set up a new patient and start therapy for the first time, make sure you set the correct
local date and time on the device. If you set the date and time after starting therapy, you may lose
patient data.
1. In Settings menu, select Date and change the setting to the correct date.
2. Select Time and change it to the correct local time.
3. Make sure the correct local time and date has been applied.
The AirCurve 10 settings must be configured for each individual patient. The settings should be
periodically reassessed to ensure optimal therapy.

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Settings menu
You set all parameters relating to a patient's therapy and device configuration in the Settings menu.
Note: Some parameters might not be available on all devices in certain modes.
Therapy
Parameter
Description
Mode
Range
VAuto
S
ST
T
CPAP
Mode Sets the therapy mode available
on the device.
    
Set Pressure Sets the fixed treatment
pressure. 
4–20 cm H2O (4–20 hPa),
0.2 cm H2O (0.2 hPa)
increments
IPAP Sets the pressure to be delivered
to the patient when the device is
triggered into inspiration.

  4–25 cm H2O (4–25 hPa),
0.2 cm H2O (0.2 hPa)
increments
EPAP Sets the pressure to be delivered
to the patient when the device is
cycled into expiration.

  2–[IPAP] cm H2O
(2–[IPAP] hPa), 0.2 cm H2O
(0.2 hPa) increments
Easy-Breathe Enable / disable the
Easy-Breathe feature. 
On / Off
Resp. Rate Set the breaths per minute (BPM)
or 'backup' rate. 
 5-50 BPM
Ti Max Set the maximum limit on the
time the device spends in IPAP.
  
0.3–4.0 sec, 0.1 sec
increments
Ti Min Set the minimum limit on the
time the device spends in IPAP.
  
0.1–[Ti Max] sec, 0.1 sec
increments
Ti Sets the duration of inspiration in
timed breath.
Dependent on Respiratory Rate.

0.3–4.0 sec, 0.1 sec
increments
Max IPAP Sets the maximum inspiratory
pressure delivered by the device.

4–25 cm H2O (4–25 hPa), 0.2
cm H2O (0.2 hPa) increments
Min EPAP Sets the minimum EPAP
(minimum expiratory pressure)
delivered by the device.

4–25 cm H2O (4–25 hPa),
0.2 cm H2O (0.2 hPa)
increments
Pressure
Support (PS)
Difference between IPAP and
EPAP. Adjust for patient comfort.

0–10 cm H2O (0–10 hPa), 0.2
cm H2O (0.2 hPa) increments

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Parameter
Description
Mode
Range
VAuto
S
ST
T
CPAP
Rise Time Set the time taken for pressure
to increase from EPAP to IPAP.
The Rise Time scale can be
approximately read as
‘milliseconds’ (eg, 200 is
approximately 200 ms).

  Min / 150–900 ms, 50 ms
increments
Trigger Set the level of inspiratory flow
above which the device changes
from EPAP to IPAP.
  
Very Low / Low / Med / High /
Very High
Cycle Set the level of inspiratory flow
below which the device changes
from IPAP to EPAP.
  
Very Low / Low / Med / High /
Very High
Mask Select the type of mask used by
the patient. Refer to Mask
Device Compatibility List on
www.resmed.com.
    
Full Face / Nasal / Pillows
Comfort
Parameter
Description
Mode
Range
VAuto
S
ST
T
CPAP
Ramp Time Set the ramp time.





Off / 5–45 mins
Start
Pressure
Set the pressure at the start of
ramp, up to treatment pressure. 
4–Set pressure, 0.2 cm H2O
(0.2 hPa) increments
Start EPAP Set the pressure at the start of
ramp, up to minimum treatment
pressure.
    3–EPAP, 0.2 cm H2O (0.2 hPa)
increments
Climate Ctrl Available when water tub is used
and ClimateLineAir heated air
tubing is connected.
    
Manual / Auto
Tube Temp. Set the minimum temperature of
air delivered by heated air tubing
such as ClimateLineAir.
    
Off / 60–86°F (16–30°C),
1° increments
Humidity
Level
Set the humidity level. 
   
Off / 1–8
EPR Enable / disable EPR.  On / Off
EPR Type Available when EPR is enabled.  Full Time / Ramp Only
EPR Level Set the EPR value.  1 / 2 / 3 cm H2O (1 / 2 / 3 hPa)

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Accessories
Parameter
Description
Range
Tube Select the type of air tubing used by the patient. ClimateLineAir air tubing
is automatically detected when connected to the device.
SlimLine / Standard / 3m
AB filter Select Yes if you attach an antibacterial filter. No / Yes
View
oximeter
Displayed at all times when an oximeter is connected. 18-300 BPM
0-100% SpO2
Options
Parameter
Description
Range
Essentials Set the level of access available to the patient. On / Plus
Leak Alert Enable / disable the Leak Alert feature. When enabled, leaks >40 L/min
(0.7 L/s) for >20 sec result in an audible alert and a high leak message is
displayed.
Off / On
SmartStart™Enable / disable the SmartStart feature. If you enable the SmartStart
feature, the device will start automatically when the patient breathes into
the mask and then stop automatically when the patient removes the
mask.
Off / On
Reminders
Mask Set a recurring reminder to the patient to replace the mask. Off / 1– 24 mths, 1 month
increments
Water tub Set a recurring reminder to the patient to replace the water tub. Off / 1–24 mths, 1 month
increments
Tube Set a recurring reminder to the patient to replace the air tubing. Off / 1–24 mths, 1 month
increments
Filter Set a recurring reminder to the patient to replace the air filter. Off / 1–24 mths, 1 month
increments
Configuration
Parameter
Description
Selection
Language Set the display language.
(Not all languages available in all regions.)
English / Français / Español /
Português / Deutsch /
Italiano / Nederlands /
Svenska / Norsk / Dansk /
Suomi / Polski / Türkçe /
Русский / 简体中文 / 繁
體中文/ 日本語
Date Set the current date.
If you set a new date that occurs in the past then an error message is
displayed. Before this change can be made, erase the compliance data
available under the Configuration menu.
DD Mmm YYYY

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Parameter
Description
Selection
Time Set the current time.
If you set a new time that occurs in the past then an error message is
displayed. Before this change can be made, erase the compliance data
available under the Configuration menu.
24 hours
Press. Units Set the unit of pressure in which pressure is displayed. cm H2O / hPa
Temp. Units Set the temperature units. °F / °C
Restore
Defaults
Reset to default settings (except for language, date and time). Yes / No
Erase Data Erase all data stored on the device and the SD card. Settings, date, time
and device run hours are not affected.
Yes / No
About View Run Hours, SN, SW, provider, type, service and signal strength of
the device, CX number, humidifier and internal modem.
Starting therapy
1. Direct the patient to fit their mask.
2. Direct the patient to press Start/Stop, or if the SmartStart feature is enabled, direct them to
breathe into their mask.
Therapy will begin and 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 the patient breathes 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. Direct the patient to remove the mask.
2. Direct the patient to press Start/Stop, or if SmartStart is enabled, therapy will stop automatically
after a few seconds.
The Sleep Report now provides a summary of the therapy session.