ResMed Swift FX for Her Assembly instructions

Swift™ FX for Her
NASAL PILLOWS SYSTEM
Dual-wall nasal pillows
seal on contact for a gentle,
comfortable seal, offer a wide
fit range and disperse air
gently to the nose
Soft, narrow cushion with
integrated flexible chamber
makes side sleeping
comfortable and helps
maintain seal during
movement
Ultra-smooth 360°
rotating elbow
rotates with easy, fluid
movement for flexibility in
tube positions
Quiet vents
diffuse and direct airflow
quietly away from the user
and bed partner
Spring-flex lightweight
tube stretches and bends
uniquely for increased
stability without the use
of a tube retainer
Less mask. More you.
The Swift™ FX for Her combines soft,
lightweight design with a fit range
specialized for women to meet women’s
unique needs.
• A choice of pink or light blue and gray
backstrap lets you personalize your mask
to fit your style
• Minimal design reinforces sense of
freedom
• Unprecedented softness, simplicity
and stability
• Flexible, fluid form conforms to facial
contours and user movements
• Promotes early therapy acceptance
• Intuitive, virtually instant fitting
• Stable performance, even at
high pressures
Size and name indicators
make it easy to identify the size as
well as the correct orientation of
the mask
“Lock and key”
for easy attachment and
detachment of side straps
Flexible pillows with trampoline action
accommodate movement in multiple
directions while maintaining seal. Pillow
sizes for her (XS, S and M) come packaged
with mask to fit most female patients
Simple top buckle
has clearly marked notches
for easy adjustment.
Additional buckle notches
allow customized sizing for
women’s unique fitting needs
Soft silicone headgear
embraces the face
gently and needs minimal
adjustment
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Low-profile backstrap
with Velcro® fasteners
are available in small
sizes, in a feminine pink
or light blue and gray
Soft wraps
enhance comfort at the cheeks. Soft
wraps available in gray and pink to
color coordinate with backstrap
• Adjust the backstrap to fine-tune
the fitting if necessary.
• Do not overtighten.
• The backstrap can be positioned
over or under the hair.
Swift™ FX for Her
NASAL PILLOWS SYSTEM
Fitting Guide
• Holding the pillows at your nose,
pull the headgear over your head.
• Headgear should sit midway
between the ears and eyes.
• Adjust the top strap first.
• Pull the strap through the buckle
one notch at a time.
• Do not overtighten.
• Swift™ FX for Her pillows are
designed to provide a natural fit.
• Minor adjustment can help
position the pillows at the most
comfortable angle in the nose.
• With the device turned on, check
that the nasal pillows are properly
inflated. To do this, pull the nasal
pillows away from the face and
cheek, make sure they are inflated
and reposition them in the nose.
• Connect the Swift FX for Her short
tube to the device air tubing.
• Swift FX for Her is now fitted and
ready for use.
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• Wrap each of the soft wraps
around either side of the
headgear, folding the top
fastener over the lower one.
• The soft wraps should be
positioned on the cheeks,
with the fasteners on the
outside.
OPTIONAL SOFT WRAPS

Women and OSA Facts
• Anecdotal evidence suggests that
30 to 50% of new OSA patients
are women1
• The risk of sleep apnea in women
after menopause is equal to that
of men2
• Menopause may play a role in the
severity of sleep apnea3
• Snoring during pregnancy may
be an indication of developing
sleep apnea4
• Insomnia and morning headaches
are often the main indicators of
sleep apnea in women5,6
• Women who snore are almost
twice as likely to have high blood
pressure7
• Sleep apnea is related to a higher
risk of depression in women8
Swift FX for Her
Nasal Pillows System
(includes 3 pillow sizes: Extra Small, Small and Medium)
Product Code:
Americas 61540
1 ResMed estimate based on internal data
2 Pickett et al. J Appl Physiol 1989
3 Resta et al. Eur J Clin Investig 2003
4 Charbonneau et al. Am Rev Respir Dis 1998
5 Shepertycky et al. Am Rev Respir Dis 2005
6 Ambrogetti et al. Aust New Zeal J Med 1991
7 Hu et al. Am J Epidemiol 1999
8 Smith et al. Chest 2002
STYLE AND DESIGN WITH HER IN MIND
* Testing per ISO 3744:1994 Acoustics determination of
sound power levels of noise using pressure at 10 cm
H2O. Quoted percentage comparisons are calculated
by converting sound power values from a logarithmic
scale to a linear scale
Soft wraps
Added softness at the cheeks enhances
comfort and minimizes pressure.
Hair management made easy
Adjustable backstrap can be worn over
or under the hair to accommodate a wide
range of hairstyles.
The feminine touch
Breathe-O-Prene® headgear material
keeps moisture away from skin for
maximum comfort. Both pink and light
blue and gray backstraps are included in
the packaging.
Short tube assembly/
frame assembly
(includes short tube,
elbow and swivel)
61528 (1)
Headgear assembly
(includes headgear,
pink and light blue
backstraps, and pink
and gray soft wraps)
61543
Components Card
Complete system
61540
(includes XS, S and M pillows,*
pink and light blue backstraps,
and pink and gray soft wraps)
Frame system
(no headgear)
XS 61510
S 61511
M 61512
L 61513
Pillows
XS 61520
S 61521
M 61522
L* 61523
Soft wraps
Pink 61544 (2)
Gray 61530 (2)
XS Extra Small S Small M Medium L Large
*Large (L) pillows are available separately
Swift™ FX for Her
NASAL PILLOWS SYSTEM
Frame assembly
(no headgear, no pillows)
61528