RESmart Willow Nasal Pillows System User Manual
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1. Check positioning markers on frame and panels are on the same side Make sure the headgear panels are facing out Fold back the straps over to secure Hold the clip and align the circle in its middle with the one on the frame Gently push the clip onto the frame to secure the pillow sleeve in place Attach the panels to the pillow sleeve assembly To do this insert the rectangular block at the smaller end of the panel into the headgear ring on the frame Rotate the panel to a proper position Fix the other panel in the same way Slip the headgear on your head and adjust the position Willow Nasal Pillows System User Manual V1 2 Additional Information Reassembling the Headgear If taken apart the headgear has four parts A Left strap B Right strap C Back strap D Top strap The left and right straps are bond with two panels as their substrates while the back and top straps are solely nylon material with two fibulas at each end The top strap is shorter than the back one Thread the back strap and top strap through the gaps of the panels and fix them using the nylon fibulas Disposal The Willow Nasal Pillows System does not contain any hazardous substances and may be disposed of with your normal household refuse Technical Specifications Pressure Flow Curve Pressure Flow Curve 2 50 40 gt 30 Q w 20 E 10 2 0 4 9 14 19 24 Mask Pressure2. hPa Dead Space Dead space is the empty volume of the pillow sleeve and short tube assembly up Information to the swivel The dead space of the Willow for all pillow sleeve sizes is 96 mL Therapy 4 to 20 hPa Pressure Resistance Drop in pressure measured average for three pillow sleeve sizes at 50 L min 1 0 hPa at 100 L min 3 1 hPa Sound DECLARED DUAL NUMBER NOISE EMISSION VALUES in accordance with ISO 4871 The A weighted sound power level of the mask is 26 dBA with uncertainty 3 dBA The A weighted sound pressure level of the mask at a distance of 1m is 18 dBA with uncertainty 3 dBA Environmental Operating temperature 5 C to 40 C Conditions Operating humidity 1096 93 96 relative humidity non condensing Storage and transport 20 C to 55 C Storage and transport humidity 10 93 relative humidity non condensing Willow Nasal Pillows System User Manual V1 2 Symbols System and Packaging N Caution consult accompanying documents LOT Lot number User Guide Indicates a Warning or Caution and alerts you to a possible injury or explains special measures for the safe and effective use of the device Limited Warranty It is warranted that Willow Nasal Pillows System including its components frame pillow sleeve headgear tubing and other accessories shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of purchase by the initial consumer To exercise th
3. B Willow Nasal Pillows System User Manual CE 0123 Table of Contents Willow Nasal Pillows System ente Talo al oye W SN pi D iD eM LS EMI iM Medical Trier matos aerae oam Sv RIDERE EM uM Parts of the WillowW M Fitting the Willow cd etu bI EPIDEMIC PIA IM M LIE kk Eamdem Removing the Willow eren Disassembling for Cleaning 4 Cleaning the Willow in the Home meten Reassembling the Willow f akere keke keyey keke kek ereke kek k rk keke A elel litelars las an ale n ANN EE EE EE E Perr DO je gi alters Esle den eynen e tT SVITIDOIS vo e Ka EE E uM K ra ecel h v aa k ra k ra Oe e za k ra Kw avk vey Limited Warrar y i kk kk KK kk KK kk KK KK nenne nnn KK KK KK kK KK KK kk KK KK KK nns Willow Nasal Pillows System User Manual V1 2 Willow Nasal Pillows System Thank you for choosing BMC s Willow Nasal Pillows System The nasal pillows system is light flexible and quiet It is designed to minimize contact with your face thus ensuring that you feel comfortable during therapy This user guide provides you with the information you need for the correct use of your system Intended Use The Willow is intended for single patient reuse by adult patients gt 30 kg prescribed continuous positive airway pressure or Bi level therapy for use in home hospitals or clinics Medical Information Note The Willow does not contain latex PVC or DEHP materials If you have ANY reaction to any par
4. e rights under this warranty contact the local authorized dealers or MANUFACTURER BMC MEDICAL CO LTD 5 F North No 2 Building No 9 Shixing Street Shijingshan District Beijing 100041 P R China Tel 86 10 51663880 Fax 86 10 51663880 Ext 810 EU AUTHORISED REPRESENTATIVE Shanghai International Holding Corp GmbH EiffestraBe 80 20537 Hamburg Germany Tel 0049 40 2513175 Fax 0049 40 255726
5. flow must be turned off when the flow generator is not operating Explanation of the Warning When the flow generator is not in operation and the oxygen flow is left on oxygen delivered into the ventilator tubing may accumulate within the flow generator enclosure Oxygen accumulated in the flow generator enclosure will create a risk of fire This warning applies to most types of flow generators e Please refrain from smoking while oxygen is in use Note At a fixed flow rate of supplemental oxygen flow the inhaled oxygen concentration will vary depending on the pressure settings patient breathing pattern interface selection and the leak rate Willow Nasal Pillows System User Manual V1 2 Parts of the Willow il Headgear Assembly Tube Retainer Top Strap Back Strap Nasal Pillows Elbow n rr i T HE E Y di au n M A _ F her ae e A L x Panels ow Pillow Sleeve 27 Short Tube Swivel EDA Figure 1 Construction of the Willow Willow Nasal Pillows System User Manual V1 2 Fitting the Willow Note Insert the rectangular block at the smaller end of the panel into the headgear ring on the frame Make sure the rectangular block is inserted into the correct side Put the headgear on your head and Insert the nasal pillows into your nostrils Make sure the top strap passes over the top of your head Alternate the adjustment of headgear straps unt
6. il they rest comfortably and rotate pillow sleeve assembly to adjust nasal pillows angle to ensure them sit comfortably inside your nostrils Rotate the panel to a proper position Fix the other panel in the same way Gently tighten the top strap overtighting may cause excess pressure on your nose A Connect one end of the main air tubing to your flow generator and the other end to the swivel Turn your flow generator on Thread the top and back straps through the gaps in panels separately then fold back over to secure Adjust each end of the back strap overtighting may cause excess pressure on upper lips Take time to adjust the headgear straps angle of the pillow assembly and position of the short tube assembly to achieve a secure and comfortable fit Refer to your flow generator manual for details on setting and operational information If you feel air leak readjust the angle of the nasal pillows to get a better seal If you are unable to resolve any leaks you may need an alternative pillow sleeve size Willow Nasal Pillows System User Manual V1 2 Using Tube Retainer Optional Wrap tube retainer over the Thread one end of the tube Attach both ends of the tube short tube Make sure smooth surface sits outside retainer into the gap of the other end Removing the Willow retainer onto the top strap To remove the Willow pull the pillow sleeve assembly away from your
7. king quality water and allow to air dry out of direct sunlight and heat Note Ensure that the vent holes are not blocked Use a soft bristle brush to clean the vent Weekly Handwash the headgear and all components in warm approx 30 C and soapy water Use pure soap Rinse the components well and allow them to air dry out of direct sunlight 4 CAUTION e Do not use solutions containing bleach chlorine alcohol aromatics moisturizers antibacterial agents or scented oils to clean any part of the system or air tubing These solutions may cause damage and reduce the life of the product e Exposing any part of the system or tubing to direct sunlight or heat may cause deterioration e f any visible deterioration of a component is apparent cracking crazing tears etc the component should be discarded and replaced Willow Nasal Pillows System User Manual V1 2 Reassembling the Willow Wrap the pillow sleeve around the frame in the correct position Make sure the nasal pillows are pointing upwards Attach the short tube assembly to the pillow sleeve assembly To do this push the elbow into the seal ring until it clicks into place Thread both ends of top strap and back strap through the gaps in the panels Make sure rough surface of straps sits outside Insert the pillow sleeve edges into the groove of the frame Make sure assemble it in the right side or it can not be attached tightly to the frame
8. nose and lift the headgear off your head You do not need to loosen the headgear straps Disassembling for Cleaning 6 Disconnect the flow generator tubing Hold the swivel and pull it away from the flow generator tubing Detach the panels from the pillow sleeve assembly Rotate the panel until the rectangular block lies in parallel with the gap in the frame Simply pull the panels from the frame Az tube Detach the short assembly To do this hold the elbow and pull it away from the frame Willow Nasal Pillows System User Manual V1 2 Remove clip from frame Disassemble the pillow sleeve assembly To do this detach the clip and peel the pillow sleeve off the frame Note The short tube assembly cannot be taken apart I CAUTION e Do not pull on the short tube or the flow generator tubing as they may get damaged To disassemble the Willow for daily cleaning follow steps 1 3 To disassemble the Willow for weekly cleaning follow steps 1 5 Cleaning the Willow in the Home Notes e Wash your hands before cleaning the mask e Wash the headgear before first time use as the dye may run It is important to always handwash the headgear e The headgear may be washed without being disassembled Daily Handwash the pillow sleeve assembly short tube assembly and cap in warm approx 30 C soapy water for one minute Use pure soap Rinse the components well with drin
9. t of the system discontinue use and consult your sleep therapist I WARNING and CAUTION e This system should be used only with flow generators CPAP or Bi level recommended by your physician or respiratory therapist It should not be used unless the flow generator is turned on and operating properly The vent holes should never be blocked e Explanation of the Warning Flow generators are intended to be used with special interfaces with connectors which have vent holes vent holes are located on the elbow or separate exhalation devices to allow continuous flow of air out of the interface When the flow generator is turned on and functioning properly new air from the flow generator will flush the exhaled air out through the attached exhalation port However when the flow generator is not operating eg power failure not enough fresh air will be provided through the system and exhaled air may be re breathed In this situation remove the Willow immediately e The exhaust vent flow is lower at lower system pressure see section Technical Specifications for Pressure Flow Curve details If the system pressure during expiration is too low there may not be enough exhaust vent flow to completely flush the air delivery hose of exhaled air before the start of the next inspiration e Discontinue using the Willow if you frequently experience nasal irritation and consult your physician e f oxygen is used with the flow generator the oxygen
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