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Introduction
VPAP™ Adapt SV
The VPAP Adapt SV flow generator has been designed to be reliable, comfortable
and easy to use. You can observe your treatment and make adjustments to
settings using a keypad and LCD screen.
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CAUTION
USA federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a
physician.
User/Owner Responsibility
The user or owner of this system shall have sole responsibility and liability for any
injury to persons or damage to property resulting from:
• operation which is not in accordance with the operating instructions supplied
• maintenance or modifications carried out unless in accordance with
authorized instructions and by authorized persons.
Please read this manual carefully before use.
Definitions
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WARNING
Alerts you to possible injury.
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CAUTION
Explains special measures for the safe and effective use of the device.
Medical Information
Intended Use
The VPAP Adapt SV system is intended to provide non-invasive ventilatory
support to treat adult patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and respiratory
insufficiency caused by central and/or mixed apneas and periodic breathing. This
device is intended for use in the hospital or home.
Contraindications
The VPAP Adapt SV is not a life support ventilator and may stop operating with
power failure or in the unlikely event of certain fault conditions.
Before using the VPAP Adapt SV tell your doctor if you have any of the following
conditions:
• hypotension or significant intravascular volume depletion
• acute sinusitis or otitis media
• epistaxis (severe nosebleeds) causing a risk of pulmonary aspiration
• conditions predisposing to a risk of vomiting into mask
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