Respironics M SeRieS User manual

HEATED HUMIDIFIER
M SERIES USER MANUAL

M Series Heated Humidier 1
Symbol Key ................................................................................................................................. 2
Introduction................................................................................................................................................. 3
Intended Use.............................................................................................................................. 3
Warnings and Cautions ..........................................................................................................3
System Overview...................................................................................................................... 5
Glossary........................................................................................................................................ 6
How to Contact Respironics ................................................................................................. 6
Setting Up .................................................................................................................................................... 7
Connecting the Therapy Device.......................................................................................... 7
Disconnecting the Therapy Device.................................................................................... 8
Daily Use........................................................................................................................................................ 8
Device Controls.........................................................................................................................................12
Humidier Control Knob......................................................................................................12
Cleaning and Service..............................................................................................................................13
Home Cleaning........................................................................................................................13
Hospital and Institution Cleaning.....................................................................................15
Service ........................................................................................................................................15
Traveling with the System.....................................................................................................................16
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................................17
Specications ............................................................................................................................................21
EMC Information ......................................................................................................................................22
Limited Warranty......................................................................................................................................24
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Copyright 2007 Respironics, Inc. and its aliates. All rights reserved.
Respironics is a registered trademark of Respironics, Inc., and its aliates.
SYMBOL KEY
e following symbols appear on the device:
SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
Maximum Fill Line
Hot Water, Hot Surface
Electrostatic Discharge
Follow Instructions for Use
Type BF Applied Part
Class II (Double Insulated)
AC Power
Drip Proof Equipment
Canadian/US Certication

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INTRODUCTION
INTENDED USE
e M Series Heated Humidifier is an accessory for M Series positive pressure ventilation systems
to provide moisture to the patient circuit. It is intended for use in spontaneously breathing patients
weighing over 66 lbs. (30 kg), in the home or hospital/institutional environment, who use mask-
applied positive pressure ventilation therapy.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
Caution: US Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
WARNINGS
A warning indicates the possibility for injury to the user or the operator.
• Use the humidifier only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only accessories
recommended by Respironics.
• Periodically inspect the humidifier for signs of wear or damage. Never operate the humidifier
if any parts are damaged, if it is not working properly, or if the humidifier has been dropped or
mishandled. Do not use the humidifier if the water tank is leaking or damaged in any way. Have
any damaged parts replaced before continuing use.
• Allow the device to cool down before touching or removing the water tank.
• is equipment is not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air
or with oxygen or nitrous oxide.
• Periodically inspect the humidifier power supply connector, power supply cord connector, and
the AC power cord for signs of wear or damage. Replace the power supply and AC power cord
if worn or damaged. If the humidifier power supply connector is worn or damaged, contact
Respironics or your home care provider.
• When installing the water tank, do not allow any water to spill into the humidifier or therapy
device.
• Do not block or obstruct the vent opening on the back of the humidifier marked with
this symbol:
• Pins of connectors identified with the ESD warning symbol ( ) should not be touched.
Connection should not be made to these connectors unless ESD precautionary procedures are
used. Precautionary procedures include methods to prevent build-up of electrostatic discharge
(e.g., air conditioning, humidification, conductive floor coverings, non-synthetic clothing),
discharging one’s body to the frame of the equipment or system or to earth or a large metal
object, and bonding oneself by means of a wrist strap to the equipment or system or to earth.

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CAUTIONS
A caution indicates the possibility of damage to the device.
• Do not place the humidifier directly onto carpet, fabric, or other flammable materials.
• If fluids are spilled onto the humidifier base, unplug the power cord from the AC wall outlet and
allow the humidifier platform to drain and dry before using.
• Take precautions to protect furniture from water damage.
• Do not fill the water tank above the maximum fill line.
• Use only distilled water in the tank.
• Do not place the device in or on any container that can collect or hold water.
• Remove the tank, empty all water, and replace the empty tank before transporting the humidifier
base.
• Do not attempt to fill the water tank while it is still inside the humidifier.
IMPORTANT!
Use of any additives or chemicals in the water in the tank is prohibited due to possible airway
irritation or damage to the water tank.
NOTE: Additional warnings, cautions, and notes are located throughout this manual.

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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Figure 1 illustrates many of the device features and contents, described in the table below.
water tank
power supply
air outlet port
AC power cord power supply cord connector
(connects to therapy device)
humidifier power
supply connector
humidifier setting knob
air inlet port
heater plate
humidifier door
tank latch
humidifier base
max fill line
FIGURE 1: SYSTEM FEATURES AND CONTENTS
Item Description
Humidier Power Supply
Connector
Plug the power supply into this adapter.
Power Supply Use the power supply included with your therapy device.
Power Supply Cord
Connector
Plug this cord into the DC inlet on the therapy device.
AC Power Cord Use the cord included with your therapy device.
Humidier Base Connect your therapy device here.
Air Inlet Port Connect to the outlet port on the therapy device.
Air Outlet Port Connect the patient circuit here.
Heater Plate Warms the water in the water tank.
Humidier Door Lift the door to access the water tank.
Water Tank The removable water tank holds the water for humidication.
Max Fill Line The ll line indicates the maximum water level for safe operation.
Tank Latch Use this to lock and unlock the two halves of the humidier.
Humidier Setting Knob Use this to reach the desired setting.
NOTE: Read all instructions before using the humidifier.
NOTE: is humidifier is specified for use with Respironics M Series therapy devices only.

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GLOSSARY
e following terms and acronyms appear throughout this manual:
Term Denition
CPAP Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
ESD Electrostatic Discharge
LED Light Emitting Diode
LPM Liters Per Minute
HOW TO CONTACT RESPIRONICS
If you need to contact Respironics directly, call the Respironics Customer Service department at
1-800-345-6443 (U.S. and Canada only) or 1-724-387-4000. You can also use the following address:
Visit the Respironics web site at: www.respironics.com

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SETTING UP
IMPORTANT! Read and understand the entire manual for your therapy device before
attempting to use this humidifier.
CONNECTING THE THERAPY DEVICE
1. When using a humidifier, the patient circuit attaches to the air outlet port on the humidifier.
If your therapy device has the air outlet port
connection attached, you must remove it from your
therapy device before connecting to the humidifier.
To remove the port:
a. Put your thumb underneath the port and insert
your index finger into the port opening.
b. Pivoting from the bottom, unsnap the port and
pull it away from the device.
2. To connect the therapy device to the humidifier base,
line up the components as shown on the right.
e two docking posts on the humidifier base will
guide the therapy device into place and lock the two
components together.
3. Place the therapy device on the humidifier
base as shown on the right.
Push the therapy device as far back as
possible against the rear of the base.
4. Press down on the front of the device until it snaps
into place.
FIGURE 3: LINE UP THE COMPONENTS
2 docking
posts
C-Flex
air outlet port
FIGURE 2: REMOVE THE AIR OUTLET PORT
FROM THE THERAPY DEVICE
FIGURE 4: PUSH THE DEVICE TOWARD THE BACK.
FIGURE 5: MAKE SURE IT SNAPS INTO PLACE.

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DISCONNECTING THE THERAPY DEVICE
To disconnect the therapy device from the humidifier base,
follow these steps:
1. e front of the therapy device extends beyond the
humidifier base, providing an area to hold onto.
Grasp the front of the therapy device while holding down
the humidifier.
2. Lift the front of the therapy device up to release it from
the docking posts.
3. Pull the device towards you as you lift it off the
base.
FIGURE 6: GRASP THE FRONT OF THE DEVICE
Grasp extended front
section of device on
top and underneath
FIGURE 7: GENTLY LIFT THE DEVICE
FIGURE 8: PULL AND LIFT TO DISCONNECT
DAILY USE
1. Place the humidifier platform on a firm, flat surface lower than your sleeping position.
CAUTION: Do not place the humidifier directly onto carpet, fabric, or other flammable materials.
NOTE: Take appropriate precautions to protect your furniture from water damage.
CAUTION: Do not turn the humidifier on without the water tank installed.
WARNING! Allow the humidifier heater plate and water to cool down for approximately 15 minutes
before removing the water tank. A burn may result from: touching the heater plate, coming
in contact with the heated water, or touching the tank pan.

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2. Lift the humidifier door and remove the water tank by sliding it out of the humidifier base.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to fill the tank while it is still inside the humidifier.
FIGURE 9: REMOVING THE WATER TANK
3. Rinse the tank with water. Fill it with 1-1/3 cups (325 ml) distilled water no higher than the
maximum fill line ( ) located on the side of the tank. Use only room-temperature distilled
water.
FIGURE 10: FILLING THE WATER TANK TO THE MAXIMUM FILL LINE
CAUTION: Fill the humidifier with room temperature distilled water only. Filling the humidifier with
water that is too cold or too hot may cause errors in the humidifier, causing the blue LED
to blink.
CAUTION: Do not overfill the water tank. Damage to the humidifier or therapy device may occur.
CAUTION: When installing the tank, do not allow any water to spill into the humidifier or
therapy device.
CAUTION: Do not move the humidifier while the water tank has water in it.