Respironics OptiLife User manual

OptiLife™Patient & Clinician Fitting Guide
FITTING THE CUSHION
To determine the correct size for either the pillows or the CradleCushion™,
you will first need to size the pillows cushion. Insert each pillows size into
the nostril. The bottom rim 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.
For the pillows cushion, choose the size 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.
An appropriately sized CradleCushion should not block the nostrils. No part
of your nose should be inserted into the cushion. Use the following as a
guide to convert the size of the pillows cushion to the CradleCushion:
Pillows Cushion Size CradleCushion Size
PS
S S or M
MM
LLorLN
1. Use the same steps to attach the pillows cushion or CradleCushion. Look
at the markings on the 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 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.
ATTACHING THE CUSHION

5. If necessary, rotate the cushion on the cushion attachment hub
for a comfortable fit.
1. Place the pillows cushion into the nostrils or the CradleCushion under the
nose. 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 the 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 stabilize the cushion comfortably.
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 cushion away from the nose.
PUTTING ON AND ADJUSTING THE INTERFACE
TOP STRAP
SIDE STRAP
BACK
STRAP
For proper placement of the pillows
cushion into the nostrils, rotate
the cushion on the hub at an
approximate 45° angle before
inserting it into the nose.
45°
ATTACHING THE CUSHION
Continued
For proper placement of the
CradleCushion under the nostrils,
place the CradleCushion in
an upright position on the
attachment hub.
4. For proper placement of
the cushion, align as
indicated here.

Pull the headgear back strap and slide it forward over the head.
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.
4. If the patient has long and silky hair, place the hair over the back of the
headgear strap.
FITTING TIPS
REMOVING INTERFACE
HEADGEAR FITTING TIPS
3. Chin support band is sliding.
Ensure the side straps are in the
front slots.

CAUTION: U.S. federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
Respironics is a registered trademark; OptiLife and CradleCushion are trademarks; and
Envisioning tomorrow. Improving today. is a service mark of Respironics, Inc. and its
affiliates. Velcro is a registered trademark of Velcro Industries B.V.
©2008 Respironics, Inc. and its affiliates. All rights reserved.
HOECH JJ 03/14/08 MCI 4101620 PN 1040025
1. Try a different size cushion.
2. Verify chin support band is not
over tightened.
3. Change slots used for the headgear straps.
4. Rotate cushion for better placement.
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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