Invacare ISP3000 User's Manual
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1. REST TIME FIGURE 4 1 Breath Cycle Waveforms with Available SoftX Settings How To Increase Comfort During CPAP Treatment Some people experience a continuing dryness of the nose mouth or throat when using nasal CPAP therapy particularly during the winter months Invacare recommends the Invacare Polaris EX Heated Humidifier or the Invacare Poseidon Passover Humidifier to be used with Polaris EX CPAP to relieve these symptoms You should contact your physician or home healthcare provider for specific advice as to whether or not these are suitable for you If you are having continuing problems obtaining a comfortable and secure fit of the mask you should contact your home healthcare provider When nasal CPAP therapy is used for the first time you will notice an unusual sense of pressure when breathing Taking a few deep breaths when you start treatment may help you adjust to the sensation Part No 1110559 17 Invacare Polaris EX SECTION 4 INTRODUCTION For proper therapy while wearing the mask you should keep your mouth closed to prevent air from leaving your mouth Otherwise the CPAP unit will increase the air pressure and flow being delivered This may result in dryness of the nose mouth and throat If you sleep with your mouth open a chin strap may be used to help keep your mouth closed Contra indications Nasal continuous positive airway pressure therapy should be used only under2. 27 Treatment Using Therapy Mode 27 Optional Ramp Therapy Delay Time Feature 28 Changing the RAMP Timer 29 Changing the SoftX Setting 30 Treatment Using Supplemental Oxygen 3l After the 32 SECTION 8 TRAVELING INFORMATION 33 Adjusting the Altitude Setting ee 33 Part No 1110559 3 Invacare Polaris TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 9 MAINTENANCE 9 90909090909009000000000000000 35 Ae rct 35 Periodic tret ket 36 Cleaning Replacing the Air Filter 0000 36 SECTION IO ACCESSORIES 38 SECTION 1 TROUBLESHOOTING 39 LIMITED WARRANTY 42 Invacare Polaris 4 Part No 1110559 SECTION 1 GUIDELINES SECTION GENERAL GUIDELINES To ensure the safe operation of the Invacare Polaris EX the instructions in this manual MUST be followed A WARNING SECTION I GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without fi
3. REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT The benefits of registering Safeguard your investment 2 Ensure long term maintenance and servicing of your purchase 3 Receive updates with product information maintenance tips and industry news 4 Invacare can contact you or your provider if servicing is needed on your product 5 t will enable Invacare to improve product designs based on your input and needs Register ONLINE at www invacare com Or Complete form and mail Any registration information you submit will be used by Invacare Corporation only and protected as required by applicable laws and regulations PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE PROVINCE ZIP POSTAL CODE EMAIL PHONE NO INVACARE MODEL NO SERIAL NO PURCHASED FROM DATE OF PURCHASE NEUSS NR AS v aaa Method of purchase check all that apply Q Medicare Insurance Medicaid Other 2 This product was purchased for use by check one Self Parent Spouse Other 3 Product was purchased for use at Home Q Facility Other 4 purchased an Invacare product because Price Features list features 5 Who referred you to Invacare products check all that apply Doctor Therapist Friend Relative Dealer Provider Other Advertisement circle one TV Radio Magazine Newspaper No Referral 6 What additional features if any would you li
4. 3 Remove the air tubing from the mask 4 Proceed to Daily Cleaning in Maintenance on page 35 Invacare Polaris EX 32 Part No 1110559 SECTION 8 TRAVELING INFORMATION SECTION 8 TRAVELING INFORMATION The Polaris EX CPAP unit requires a domestic 120VAC 60Hz electrical power supply Standard commercial travel power adapter kits that allow connecting to different style power outlets can be used with the Polaris EX Kits that provide transformers MUST be capable of providing 0 4 amps at 120 VAC In locations where AC line voltage is unavailable the use of an electrical power supply inverter allows the unit to operate using the DC voltage of a battery The electrical power supply inverter DC to AC requires a capacity of 100W or more to ensure proper unit operation No adjustments are necessary for operation at different altitude levels within the range specified in the typical product parameters NOTE If you are traveling to a location with a high altitude defined as an altitude above 1 500 feet above sea level you will need to adjust the Polaris EX CPAP s altitude setting Adjusting the Altitude Setting 1 While in Standby mode press the up 4 button for approximately four 4 seconds 2 Press the up a button to select User Settings 3 Thecurrent altitude setting will appear on the display use the up A and down X buttons to change the setting to either YES or NO 4 Press the Enter b
5. Operator s Manual Invacare Polaris EX CPAP with SoftX Model number ISP3000 USER Before using the CPAP read this manual and save for future reference DEALER This manual must be given to the end user For more information regarding Invacare products parts and services please visit www invacare com Yes you can SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or seri ous injury DANGER WARNING Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property dam CAUTION age NOTICE The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice A WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT YOUR HOME HEALTHCARE PROVIDER OR INVACARE TECHNICAL SERVICES BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT OTHERWISE SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY RESULT Invacare products are specifically designed and manufac tured for use in conjunction with invacare accessories accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by invacare and are not recommende
6. No 1110559 SECTION GENERAL GUIDELINES A DANGER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTROCUTION NEVER use while bathing NEVER place or store product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink NEVER place or drop into water or other liquid NEVER reach for product that has fallen into water UNPLUG IMMEDIATELY NEVER disassemble Risk of electric shock Refer servicing to qualified service personnel A SPECIFIC TREATMENT WARNINGS The use of aromatic additives such as eucalyptus oil tea tree oil or mentholated ointments may cause deterioration of the mask system NEVER use ointments when oxygen is in use If any of the symptoms of Obstructive Sleep Apnea OSA reoccur during the course of your CPAP treatment consult your physician If you are admitted to a hospital or are prescribed any other form of medical treatment ALWAYS inform the medical staff that you are being treated for Obstructive Sleep Apnea OSA with a nasal CPAP system Make sure that your Obstructive Sleep Apnea OSA treatment physician is contacted DO NOT stop your CPAP treatment without consulting your physician If you experience any of the following symptoms during the course of your CPAP treatment consult your physician IMMEDIATELY Headache Chest pain Part No 1110559 9 Invacare Polaris EX SECTION GENERAL GUIDELINES Middle ear or sinus discomfort e Air continually leaking out of the mouth while sleepin
7. Polaris EX SECTION 5 INITIAL SETUP SECTION 5 INITIAL SETUP 1 Place the unit and accessories in a stable clean dry location near a 120 VAC 60 Hz electric outlet A WARNING DO NOT leave long lengths of tubing around the top of the bed or pillow This tubing could twist around your head or neck while sleeping M Ensure the Polaris EX CPAP unit is positioned close enough to allow slack in the tubing and that the air filter intake vent at the rear of the unit is not obstructed Connect one end of the air tubing to the Polaris EX CPAP unit air outlet NOTE Refer to the mask and headgear instructions for their assembly NOTE If a humidifier is prescribed for use refer to the humidifier manual for assembly instructions 4 Plug the Polaris EX CPAP unit power cord into a nearby 120 VAC 60 Hz power outlet NOTE DO NOT use extension cords e A WARNING To ensure proper operation of the compliance clock the Invacare Polaris EX CPAP should be left plugged in for 12 hours after initial programming 5 If no button has been pressed for 30 seconds the display intensity will diminish Pressing any button after the display dims will reactivate the brighter display NOTE Heated humidifier on off button reactivates the brighter display only if the heated humidifier is installed Invacare Polaris EX 20 Part No 1110559 910Jeg ede 95914
8. SYMBOL IDENTIFICATION Attention Consult accompanying A documents Class equipment Double Insulation Ramp Therapy Delay Timer indicator PERFORMANCE Operating Pressure Range 4 20cm RAMP Therapy Delay Time 0 5 10 20 and 30 minutes DIMENSIONS 5 2 H x 9 W x 8 5 L WEIGHT 4 2 Ibs POWER REQUIREMENTS 120 VAC 60 Hz 0 4A ISP3000 AIR FILTER Standard Filter 45 60 ppi foam reusable ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITATIONS Temperature Operating 50 to 95 F 10 to 35 C Storage 4 to 158 F 20 to 70 C Operating up to 95 RH non condensing Storage up to 95 RH non condensing AIR TUBING Construction Length Humidity Smooth bore flexible plastic 6ft 2m approx 22mm ID Part No 1110559 13 Invacare Polaris EX SECTION 3 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ETL approval as complying with USA UL143 Personal Hygiene and Health Care appliances UL1097 NOTE The manufacturer reserves the right to change these specifications without notice Invacare Polaris EX 14 1110559 SECTION 4 INTRODUCTION SECTION 4 INTRODUCTION Indications For Use A WARNING THIS IS NOT A LIFE SUPPORT DEVICE may stop operating with a power interruption or if a fault occurs in the product The intended use of the Polaris EX CPAP system is for continuous positive airway pressure treat
9. delay time greater than zero See how to adjust the ramp timer setting Refer to Changing the RAMP Timer on page 29 Unplug power cord wait several seconds and reconnect firmly Error code is Internal device error displayed in LCD win dow and device is inoperative If error message is still displayed contact your home healthcare pro vider IMMEDIATELY Invacare Polaris EX 40 Part No 1110559 Part No 1110559 SECTION 11 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTES 41 Invacare Polaris EX LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4 1975 This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser user of our products This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state Invacare warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two 2 years from date of purchase If within such warranty period any such product shall be proven to Invacare s satisfaction to be defective such product shall be repaired or replaced at Invacare s option This warranty does not apply to problems arising from normal wear and tear or failure to adhere to these instructions nor does it include shipping charges incurred in repla
10. during treatment to cancel the remaining RAMP therapy delay time and enable therapy mode Changing the RAMP Timer WARNING NEVER connect and wear a mask system to the CPAP unit while the unit is in STANDBY mode NOTE Pressing the Enter button while in therapy mode will enable the STANDBY mode NOTE If a power loss occurs during the therapy mode the elapsed RAMP therapy delay time is not saved or stored and the timer resets to the original full delay time setting 0 5 10 20 or 30 minutes upon power restoration 1 While in STANDBY mode press the up button for approximately four 4 seconds 2 Press the up 4 button to select User Settings 3 Repeatedly press the Enter button until RAMP Time is displayed Press the up 4 or down WW button to increase decrease RAMP timer setting as desired Press the Enter button to accept the new setting Continue to press the Enter button to scroll through the other menu items if changes have been made a confirmation screen will appear e Press the up button to confirm the changes The following message will be displayed for two 2 seconds CHANGES CONFIRMED and the unit will exit to Standby mode Part No 1110559 29 Invacare Polaris SECTION 7 OPERATION Z Press the down mA button to cancel the changes The following message will be displayed for two 2 seconds CHANGES IGNORED and the unit w
11. is in the STANDBY mode DO NOT attach the air tubing to the mask before treat ment Invacare Polaris 26 Part No 1110559 SECTION 7 OPERATION A WARNING masks are equipped with exhalation ports which MUST NEVER be blocked Refer to the mask instructions or your home healthcare provider for further informa tion 4 Secure the mask with headgear to your face and adjust as needed to ensure a comfortable yet secure fit NOTE To prolong the life of your particular mask cushion it is recommended that you wash your face to remove excess facial oils prior to fitting the mask NOTE A minor leak around the lower part of the face is sometimes preferable to overtightening the mask However any air leaks blowing in the direction of the eyes should be eliminated as this may cause eye irritation 5 Rest comfortably in bed and adjust the air tubing by running the air tubing either over the top of the headboard across your shoulders or over your chest Set the final tension of the headgear straps while lying down D Taking the Treatment Proceed to one 1 of the following sections Treatment Using Therapy Mode on page 28 Treatment with Optional Ramp Therapy Delay Time Feature on page 28 Changing the RAMP Timer on page 29 Changing the SoftX Setting on page 30 Treatment Using Supplemental Oxygen on page 31 Part No 1110559 27 Invacare Polaris SECTION 7
12. CLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE S CONTROL OR PRODUCTS REPAIRED BY ANYONE OTHER THAN INVACARE OR AN AUTHORIZED INVACARE SERVICE CENTER SUCH EVALUATION SHALL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND THE SOLE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY WARRANTY WHATSOEVER SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN THE APPLICATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY WHATSOEVER SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE OR LIMITATION OF HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION AND LIMITATION MAY NOT BE APPLICABLE THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS Part No 1110559 43 Invacare Polaris EX lt gt Yes you can Invacare Corporation USA One I
13. OPERATION Treatment Using Therapy Mode 1 Press the Enter button to enable therapy mode NOTE The pressure will rise quickly to the set CPAP pressures as prescribed by your physician and set by your home healthcare provider or clinician NOTE Pressing the Enter button will alternate THERAPY and STANDBY modes NOTE If a ramp delay other than zero has been previously programmed pressing the Enter button will change to ramp therapy mode 2 Connect the air tubing to the mask and begin therapy 3 Proceed to the After the Treatment on page 32 Optional Ramp Therapy Delay Time Feature If your physician prescribed a therapy delay a gradual build up of air pressure while falling asleep your home healthcare provider will have set the RAMP feature on the Polaris EX CPAP unit The delay timer can be set to 0 5 10 20 or 30 minutes 1 While in standby mode press the Enter button to enable the RAMP therapy mode 2 Upon RAMP therapy mode activation A The current CPAP air pressure settings are displayed in the LCD window B The RAMP icon 4 will be displayed in the LCD window C The air pressure delivered by the Polaris EX CPAP unit is reduced and will gradually increase over the duration of the set delay time 3 Connect the air tubing to the mask and begin therapy Invacare Polaris EX 28 Part No 1110559 SECTION 7 OPERATION 4 Proceed to the After the Treatment on page 32 NOTE Press the Enter button
14. RAL GUIDELINES Radio Frequency Interference Most electronic equipment is influenced by Radio Frequency Interference RFI CAUTION should be exercised with regard to the use of portable communication equipment in the area around such equipment DO NOT use outdoors or operate where aerosol spray products are being used NEVER block the air openings of the product or place it on a soft surface such as a bed or couch where the air openings may be blocked Keep the air openings free from lint hair and the like Blocked openings may cause the unit to shut down If the unit shuts down contact your home healthcare provider IMMEDIATELY A WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE BURNS ELECTROCUTION OR INJURY TO PERSONS NEVER use attachments other than those recommended by the manufacturer Use this product only for its intended use as described in this manual Use this product only under a physician s direction NEVER immerse the unit in water or any other liquid NEVER operate this product with a damaged cord or plug If itis not working properly if ithas been dropped or damaged or dropped in water return the product to a service center for examination and repair NEVER place the power cord near or in contact with HEATED or HOT surfaces ALWAYS disconnect the power cord plug before cleaning NEVER drop or insert any object into any opening or hose NEVER lubricate This unit is oil less Invacare Polaris EX 8 Part
15. alified service personnel for examination and repair before using the device DO NOT pinch or kink the power cord between furniture DO NOT use the Polaris EX CPAP unit if the LCD window display is erratic If faulty contact your home healthcare provider IMMEDIATELY If any signs of malfunction are present such as a change in sound reduction in air flow odor accompanying air flow limited or lack of response to breathing effort etc discontinue use and contact your home healthcare provider EXPLOSION HAZARD This equipment is not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide Oxygen Use Warnings Oxygen is a prescription gas and should be used under the supervision direction of a physician Oxygen can be administered if ordered by a physician Your home healthcare provider can adapt your system for oxygen administration Refer to the oxygen system user manual and observe all cautions warnings and instructions regarding safe use of oxygen DO NOT smoke or have an open flame in any room where oxygen is used To prevent oxygen accumulation within the device and tubing which may create a risk of fire the oxygen flow MUST be turned off when the device is not operating Invacare Polaris EX 6 Part No 1110559 SECTION I GENERAL GUIDELINES Humidifier Use Warnings Invacare recommends using the Polaris EX Heated Humidifier or the Poseidon Passover Hu
16. are Twilight Chin Strap 1122734 Invacare Polaris EX Heated Humidifier ISP4000 Replacement filter kit 51124211 Ultra Fine Filter Kit PS1141773 Invacare Poseidon Passover Humidifier ISP9700 Contact your home healthcare provider for further information A WARNING Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products If patient interfaces other than those recommended by Invacare are connected to the Polaris EX CPAP unit the patient circuit pressure may be different from the thera peutic pressure consequently reducing the effectiveness of treatment Invacare Polaris EX 38 Part No 1110559 SECTION 11 TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION I TROUBLESHOOTING If you have any problems with your Polaris EX CPAP system try the following suggested solutions If the problem persists contact your home healthcare provider or qualified service personnel for examination and repair DO NOT attempt to open or otherwise repair the CPAP unit SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION Display lights DO Power cord not con Unplug power cord and NOT illuminate Unit nected firmly reconnect firmly Power outlet may be Try using another power faulty outlet does not function Unit malfunction Unplug power c
17. cement part installation or repair of any such product Invacare s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to such repair and or replacement For warranty service please contact the Invacare service department during normal business hours at the toll free telephone number identified on the back cover of this manual Upon receiving notice of an alleged defect in a product Invacare will issue a serialized return authorization It shall be the responsibility of the purchaser to pack the product s or part s in an appropriate manner to avoid shipping damage and return the product s or part s at the purchaser s expense to either Invacare s plant or service center as specified by Invacare in advance The defective product s or component part s MUST be returned for warranty inspection using the serial number as identification within 30 days of the return authorization date DO NOT return any product s or part s to our factory or service center without prior consent C O D shipments will be refused please pre pay shipping charges Invacare Polaris 42 Part No 1110559 LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED PRODUCTS IF THE SERIAL NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO NEGLIGENCE ACCIDENT IMPROPER OPERATION MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT INVACARE S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT IN
18. d for use with invacare products NOTE Updated versions of this manual are available on www invacare com Invacare Polaris EX 2 Part No 1110559 TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES P 1 SECTION GENERAL GUIDELINES 5 Oxygen Use 2 6 Humidifier Use Warnings rere rere 6 Temperature Warnings 7 Radio Frequency Interference eene 7 SECTION 2 FEATURES 12 SECTION 3 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS 90909090000000000000900000000000000000000000000000 0 13 SECTION 4 INTRODUCTION 15 Indicadons For USE iniinis 5 How CPAP Treatment Works 4114000 4 000040042 13 00 15 Flow SoftX WorkS uci ree tais 16 How Increase Comfort During CPAP Treatment 17 rcr teon 18 SECTION 5 INITIAL SETUP 20 SECTION 6 CONTROL PANEL 25 SECTION 7 OPERATION 0000000000000000000000000000000 26 Preparing for 26 Taking the
19. g Feeling slightly bloated Using the delay timer may help but contact your physician if symptoms persist Dryness of the nose mouth or throat The use of a humidifier may help Contact your physician or home healthcare provider regarding the types of humidifiers that can be used with the Polaris EX CPAP unit If you experience an infection of the upper respiratory tract middle ear or sinus you should consult your physician before continuing your CPAP treatment You may experience sneezing a runny nose or nasal obstruction especially during the first few weeks of using your nasal CPAP system Consult your physician for advice Skin irritation may occur from sensitivity to the material in the mask or from too much tension in the headgear straps A correctly fitted mask and headgear straps will often prevent skin irritation If problems persist contact your physician or home healthcare provider for advice Explanation of the Warning This CPAP machine is intended to be used with special masks or connectors which have vent holes to allow continuous flow of air out of the mask When the CPAP machine is turned on and functioning properly new air from the CPAP machine flushes the exhaled air out through the mask vent hole However when the CPAP machine is not operating enough fresh air will not be provided through the mask and exhaled air may be rebreathed Rebreathing of exhaled air for longer than several minutes can in
20. ill exit to Standby mode Changing the SoftX Setting NOTE Refer to How SoftX Works on page 16 for more information about the SoftX feature 1 While in Standby mode press the up button for approximately four 4 seconds Press the 44 button to select the User Settings Press the Enter button until SoftX is displayed Press the up or down buttons to scroll through the available SoftX settings Press the Enter button to accept the new SoftX setting 6 Continue to press the Enter button to scroll through the other menu items if changes have been made a confirmation screen will appear Press the up button to confirm the changes following message will be displayed for two 2 seconds CHANGES CONFIRMED and the unit will exit to Standby mode Press the down X button to cancel the changes The following message will be displayed for two 2 seconds CHANGES IGNORED and the unit will exit to Standby mode NOTE If no button is pressed for two 2 minutes or more the unit automatically exits to Standby mode and no changes will be saved Invacare Polaris EX 30 Part No 1110559 SECTION 7 OPERATION Treatment Using Supplemental Oxygen A WARNING DO NOT smoke or have an open flame in any room where oxygen is used Oxygen is a prescription gas and should only be used under the supervision direction of a physician Should you require oxygen during CPAP
21. intenance recommendations NOTE Refer to manuals provided with headgear and mask for cleaning recommendations and instructions Daily Cleaning 1 After daily use wipe the inside and outside of the mask frame and nasal cushion with a clean damp cloth 2 Disconnect the air tubing from the Polaris EX CPAP unit and hang the tubing and mask in a clean dry location avoiding exposure to direct sunlight until the next use Part No 1110559 35 Invacare Polaris SECTION 9 MAINTENANCE NOTE Ifthe Poseidon Passover humidifier or any other stand alone humidifier is used remove the short air tubing between the humidifier and the CPAP unit and the long tube between the humidifier and mask after each use and follow the manufacturer s cleaning and maintenance procedures NOTE If the Invacare Polaris EX Heated Humidifier is used remove the water reservoir and follow the cleaning and maintenance procedures outlined in the user s manual Periodic Cleaning All the mask and air tubing system components are subject to normal wear and tear and will eventually need to be replaced Check periodically for excessive wear of all these items and replace as required 1 Wash the headgear mask frame cushion and air tubing in warm water using a mild detergent Rinse thoroughly particularly the air tubing and allow to drip dry completely 2 Check to ensure that the air outlet vent on the mask frame is not blocked 3 Clean the ex
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23. ment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea OSA in adults Your home healthcare provider or clinician will adjust your unit to the correct pressure settings based upon your specific condition and system accessories How CPAP Treatment Works Obstructive Sleep Apnea or OSA is a condition in which the airways become blocked during sleep reducing the brain s supply of oxygen CPAP therapy is a form of positive airway pressure therapy used to treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea OSA CPAP therapy uses constant pressure levels to keep the airway open During CPAP treatment a flow generator provides air through a mask at a slightly raised pressure which keeps the airway open An air filter traps dust and airborne particles to provide air that is cleaner than the air in the room to breathe The air pressure varies according to individual needs Your physician will prescribe your set pressure which is determined during a sleep study and set by the sleep center staff or your home healthcare provider Part No 1110559 15 Invacare Polaris SECTION 4 INTRODUCTION If you find the initial sensation of pressure uncomfortable while trying to fall asleep you may use the RAMP therapy delay timer The Polaris EX CPAP system has an adjustable RAMP therapy delay timer feature that allows the air pressure in your mask to gradually increase ramp until the set therapy pressure is delivered If your physician prescribes RAMP therapy your home healthcare pro
24. midifier If using the Poseidon Passover Humidifier or a humidifier not manufactured by Invacare it MUST be placed at a level below the level of the Polaris EX CPAP unit This will prevent accidental drainage of water into the unit which could result in electrical shock or unit malfunction When not in use water reservoirs should be disconnected from the unit Refer to recommended cleaning instructions in the cleaning procedure in this manual If a heated humidifier is used DO NOT use high temperature settings which may result in water accumulation in the tubing This condition may cause improper operation of the equipment If a humidifier other than those recommended by Invacare is connected to the Polaris EX CPAP unit the patient circuit pressure may be different from the therapeutic pressure consequently reducing the effectiveness of treatment Temperature Warnings DO NOT operate the Polaris EX CPAP unit if it has been exposed to very hot or very cold temperatures Allow the unit to adjust to room temperature before using DO NOT place the unit near heating or cooling sources such as radiators forced air vents electric heaters or air conditioning outlets The breathing air flow temperature produced by this device can be as much as 11 F 6 C higher than the room temperature DO NOT use this product if the room temperature is warmer than 95 F 35 Part No 1110559 7 Invacare Polaris EX SECTION GENE
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26. ord wait several seconds and reconnect firmly If unit does not operate con tact your home health care provider LCD display is in dim Press any button for full mode brightness Make sure the power cord is plugged into a working outlet Blower not running Power cord is unplugged Press the Enter button to activate therapy Refer to n in apy Mode on page 28 Contact your home healthcare provider IMMEDIATELY Therapy has not been initiated Unit is malfunctioning Part No 1110559 39 Invacare Polaris EX SECTION TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION Insufficient air deliv Therapy Delay function is Wait for air pressure to ered from CPAP unit in use come on gradually according to the selected delay period Refer to Operation on page 26 Or from Standby mode press the Enter button twice Remove blockage clean or replace if dirty Refer to Maintenance on Blocked or dirty air filter page 35 Air tubing is kinked or Straighten or replace air punctured tubing Air tubing is not con Tighten air tubing connec nected properly tors at both ends RAMP therapy delay time not functioning If unit operates only in Standby or Normal ther apy modes call physician and request delay time Your clinician may not have provided a therapy
27. rst completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as Owner s Manuals Service Manuals or Instruction Sheets supplied with this product or optional equipment If you are unable to understand the Warnings Cautions or Instructions contact a healthcare professional dealer or technical personnel before attempting to use this equipment otherwise injury or damage may occur THIS IS NOT A LIFE SUPPORT DEVICE It may stop operating with a power interruption or if a fault occurs in the product A mask MUST be worn during treatment The entire mask system including the air tubing is intended for single patient use NEVER share a mask system with another patient U S federallaw restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician The Invacare Polaris EX CPAP system with SoftX MUST be set up and adjusted by an appropriate professional before it can be used This device is intended for adult use only DO NOT expose the air tubing to direct sunlight as the tubing may harden over time and eventually crack Part No 1110559 5 Invacare Polaris SECTION GENERAL GUIDELINES Exposure to tobacco smoke may result in malfunction due to tar accumulating in the unit NEVER block the inlet filter Be sure that all curtains bedclothes sheets etc remain clear of the inlet filter The power cord should be inspected regularly for damage If damaged call qu
28. some circumstances lead to suffocation This warning applies to most models of CPAP machines Ports may be incorporated in the mask or in connectors that are near the mask Invacare Polaris EX 10 Part 1110559 SECTION GENERAL GUIDELINES At low pressures the flow through the exhalation ports may be inadequate to clear all exhaled air from the tubing Some rebreathing may occur Positive airway pressure devices may allow rebreathing of exhaled air To avoid rebreathing the following should be observed The mask should only be worn when it is connected to the CPAP unit and the unit is turned on with the therapy mode activated DO NOT block seal or cover the exhalation ports of your mask Part No 1110559 11 Polaris EX SECTION 2 FEATURES SECTION 2 FEATURES NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 2 1 NOTE Check all parts and components for shipping damage If the device or any of the system components are missing or damaged DO NOT use Contact your home healthcare provider for further instructions Refer to Accessories on page 38 for details accessories and replacement parts available for use with the Polaris EX CPAP system NOTE A mask and headgear are needed in order to use this system FIGURE 2 1 Polaris EX CPAP Unit Invacare Polaris EX 12 Part 1110559 SECTION 3 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS SECTION 3 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS
29. t Enter Button Heated Humidifier Up Button On Off Button Down Button ITEM SYMBOL INDICATED FUNCTION ENTER OR SELECTION HEATED HEATED HUMIDIFIER ON OFF HUMIDIFIER Button UP OR INCREASE OR YES UP Button DOWN OR DECREASE OR NO DOWN Button CPAP Power ON CPAP POWER ON INDICATOR Light HEATED HUMIDIFIER ON Heat ON Light HEAT ON INDICATOR 0 e P Part No 1110559 25 Invacare Polaris EX SECTION 7 OPERATION SECTION 7 OPERATION Preparing for Treatment NOTE Prior to each use inspect the CPAP unit air tubing and mask for damage failure or worn parts Contact your home healthcare provider if evidence of such is present 1 Ensure that the Polaris EX CPAP unit power cord is plugged into a 120 VAC 60 Hz power outlet 2 When the Polaris EX CPAP unit is first plugged in A The software version number will be displayed on the LCD display window for approximately one 1 second B The CPAP will display the current CPAP pressure setting and RAMP Start Pressure for approximately two 2 seconds display shows pressure units in cm 2 C STANDBY will then appear on the LCD display window NOTE The CPAP power indicator light will be lit whenever there is power to the CPAP 3 Ifno button has been pressed for 30 seconds the display intensity will diminish A WARNING A mask should NEVER be fully connected to the unit and worn while the CPAP unit
30. terior of the CPAP unit whenever necessary with a clean damp cloth and mild dishwashing detergent Cleaning Replacing the Air Filter The Polaris EX CPAP unit is supplied with a reusable air filter Thoroughly wash the air filter monthly or more often if necessary 1 Remove the air filter from the rear of the unit by pulling it directly out of the air filter receptacle 2 With a mild soap and water solution rinse thoroughly and allow to dry completely before use Invacare Polaris 36 Part No 1110559 SECTION 9 MAINTENANCE NOTE Dry the air filter on a dish rack or squeeze between paper towels 3 Gently but firmly insert the dry air filter into the air filter receptacle at the rear of the unit by tucking the edges into place NOTE The air filter is subject to normal wear and tear and should be replaced every six 6 months Check periodically for excessive wear and replace as necessary Part No 1110559 37 Invacare Polaris EX SECTION 10 ACCESSORIES SECTION 10 ACCESSORIES Invacare offers a wide range of accessories and replacement component parts for use with the Polaris EX CPAP system including the following Invacare Twilight Mask Small Size 15 20005 Standard Size ISP2000 or Large Size ISP2000L Replacement Twilight Nasal Cushions Small Size 15 20105 Standard Size ISP2010 or Large Size ISP2010L Replacement Twilight Headgear 1122733 Invac
31. the supervision of a licensed physician The following conditions may contraindicate the use of nasal continuous positive airway pressure therapy for some patients Pneumothorax Pneumoencephalus Pneumomediastinum Bullous lung disease Untreated cardiac failure Severe hypotension low blood pressure Acute sinusitis otitis media or perforated ear drum S oem Massive epistaxis or previous history of massive epistaxis nose bleed 9 Recent trauma or surgery that may have produced cranionasopharyngeal fistula 10 Existing respiratory failure or insufficiency resulting in potential risk of rebreathing 11 The use of CPAP therapy may be contraindicated when sinus or inner ear infections are present If these conditions are present contact your physician regarding the use of CPAP therapy Invacare Polaris EX 18 Part No 1110559 SECTION 4 INTRODUCTION The clinician should assess on a case by case basis the relative risks and benefits of nasal CPAP positive airway pressure therapy for each individual patient When assessing the relative risks and benefits the clinician should understand that the Polaris EX CPAP system can deliver pressures up to 20cm Also in the unlikely event of certain fault conditions a maximum static pressure of 25cm is possible If this pressure could present risk to a patient discontinue use of device with patient Part No 1110559 19 Invacare
32. therapy refer to your oxygen system user manual and observe all cautions warnings and instructions regarding the safe use of oxygen The oxygen flow MUST be turned off when the device is not operating This prevents oxygen accumulation within the device and tubing which may cause a fire LL ss 1 Ensure the oxygen gas supply valve is closed 2 Connect the oxygen adaptor to the Polaris EX CPAP unit air outlet Connect the CPAP hose to the oxygen adaptor Connect the oxygen tubing to the oxygen adaptor Connect the oxygen supply tubing to the oxygen source 9 Press the Enter button to activate therapy and start the blower 7 Turnon the oxygen source supply to the setting prescribed by your physician 8 Attach the smooth bore tube to the mask and begin treatment 9 Proceed to the After the Treatment on page 32 NOTE At a fixed flow rate of supplemental oxygen gas flow the inhaled oxygen concentration will vary depending upon the pressure settings patient breathing pattern mask selection and the leak rate Part No 1110559 3 Invacare Polaris EX SECTION 7 OPERATION After the Treatment A WARNING The oxygen flow MUST be turned off when the device is not operating This prevents oxygen accumulation within the device and tubing which may cause a fire 1 Close the oxygen gas supply valve N Remove the mask and press the Enter button to return to Standby mode
33. utton to accept the new setting Part No 1110559 33 Invacare Polaris EX SECTION 8 TRAVELING INFORMATION 5 Continue to press the Enter button to toggle through the additional settings If changes have been made a confirmation screen will appear Press the up A button to confirm the changes following message will be displayed for two 2 seconds CHANGES CONFIRMED and the unit will exit to Standby mode Press the down mm button to cancel the changes The following message will be displayed for two 2 seconds CHANGES IGNORED and the unit will exit to Standby mode Invacare Polaris EX 34 Part No 1110559 SECTION 9 MAINTENANCE SECTION 9 MAINTENANCE A WARNING Disconnect the Polaris EX CPAP unit power cord plug before cleaning the unit then allow the unit to dry completely before plugging it in or operating it NEVER submerge the unit in any cleaning solution or water DO NOT use bleach chlorine based alcohol based or aromatic based solutions to clean the cushion mask air tubing or air filter These solutions may cause material hardening and reduce the life of the product If the Polaris EX CPAP unit is not functioning properly refer to General Guidelines on page 5 or Troubleshooting on page 39 Your Polaris EX CPAP unit is designed to provide several years of trouble free operation Regular routine servicing should not be necessary if you follow these ma
34. vider will initially set the adjustable RAMP timer either for 0 5 10 20 or 30 minutes If you feel that you are no longer getting relief from your initial symptoms of Obstructive Sleep Apnea OSA consult your physician How SoftX Works NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 4 1 SoftX is an innovative technology that makes breathing easier and more comfortable for the user by decreasing the pressure that the patient MUST exhale against while maintaining a substantially constant positive airway pressure CPAP By tracking the user s breathing SoftX is able to determine the end of inhalation As the user stops breathing in the flow of air from the Polaris EX CPAP is redirected away from the breathing circuit and mask The duration of expiratory pressure rise is minimized with SoftX allowing the user to exhale in a more natural comfortable fashion Pressure returns to set therapy and stabilizes prior to the beginning of the next breath The Polaris EX CPAP has three 3 SoftX comfort settings These three 3 settings allow the user to adjust the extent of the pressure drops with the highest setting resulting in the greatest drop in pressure This allows the user to choose the amount of pressure relief that offers them the greatest level of comfort Invacare Polaris EX l6 Part No 1110559 SECTION 4 INTRODUCTION In addition the Polaris EX CPAP can be set for standard CPAP operation no SoftX PRESSURE
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