Respironics OptiLife User manual

OptiLife™Patient & Clinician Fitting Guide
FITTING THE CUSHION
Finding the right size pillows cushion
If using the plastic sizing gauge, insert each size into the nostril. The bottom
rim of the gauge should not go into the nostril. Choose the size that best
seals the nostril. When choosing between sizes, choose a larger size for a
more robust seal with less insertion into the nostrils.
Select a cushion that fills the nostrils comfortably without any gaps between
the cushion and the walls of the nostrils. The bottom rim of the cushion
should not go into the nostril.
1. Look at the markings on the pillows cushion to determine the correct
placement of the cushion onto the cushion attachment hub. The arrow
on the cushion and the arrow on the interface should be on the same side,
but may not align perfectly.
2. Attach the pillows cushion to the cushion attachment hub. This should be
done one side at a time. Place the hole located on the side of the cushion
over the corresponding post located on the hub.
3. Stretch the cushion over the cushion hub
to attach the other side of the cushion.
The cushion will stretch without tearing.
4. For proper placement of the cushion into
the nostrils, rotate the cushion on the hub
at approximately a 45° angle before
inserting it into the nose.
ATTACHING THE CUSHION
45°

5. If necessary,rotate the cushion on the cushion attachment hub
for a comfortable fit.
Pull the headgear back strap and slide it forward over the head.
1. Place the nasal cushion into the nostrils. Hold the headgear back strap in
front of the face and pull it over the head. The back strap has the
Respironics logo on the blue (outer) side of the headgear.
2. The back strap should be positioned on the back of the head; the
adjustable top strap should be positioned on the top of the head; and the
side straps should be positioned above the ears.
(If side straps are resting on or below the ears see “Fitting Tips” at the
end of this guide.)
3. Adjust the side straps to help move the pillows cushion comfortably into
the nostrils. Adjust the side straps evenly on both sides.
4. Adjust the chin support band so that it rests snugly against the chin.
DO NOT over tighten. The mouth should be able to open slightly without
pulling the pillows from the nostrils.
PUTTING ON AND ADJUSTING THE INTERFACE
REMOVING INTERFACE
TOP STRAP
SIDE STRAP
BACK
STRAP

1. Side headgear straps are sitting on or covering the ears.
Tighten the top headgear strap to move the side straps off of the ears.
Correct position.
2. Back headgear strap is sliding.
Loosen the top strap and move the back strap down toward the neck.
Re-adjust the side straps and chin support band for comfort.
3. If the patient has long and silky hair, place the hair over the back
of the headgear strap.
Fitting Tips
HEADGEAR FITTING TIPS

CAUTION: U.S. federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
Respironics is a registered trademark, and OptiLife is a trademark of Respironics, Inc.
and its affiliates. Velcro is a registered trademark of Velcro Industries B.V
.
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1.Try a different size cushion.
2. Verify chin support band is not
over tightened.
3.Move headgear side straps to front slot.
4. Rotate cushion for better placement
in nostrils.
5. Re-adjust mask fitting while lying down.
6. Review “Tube Management” section
(below) for helpful tips.
With all lightweight masks, tube
management is an important step
to assure seal and stability.
The Velcro®ring provided with
the OptiLife mask can be used to
help manage the CPAP tubing to
optimize mask stability.
CUSHION SEAL FITTING TIPS
TUBE MANAGEMENT
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