Page 3 - Clinical Guide
S9 VPAP ™ Tx POSITIVE AIRWAY PRESSURE THERAPY DEVICE Clinical Guide English
Page 4 - Contents
i English Contents General warnings and cautions ..............................................................1Welcome ...............................................................................................2 S9 VPAP Tx indications for use .......................................................
Page 5 - General warnings and cautions; WARNINGS; CAUTIONS
1 English General warnings and cautions WARNINGS • Read the entire manual before using the device. • Use the device only as directed by the physician or healthcare provider. • Use the device only for the intended use as described in this manual. Advice contained in this manual should not supersede i...
Page 6 - Welcome; S9 VPAP Tx indications for use
2 Welcome The S9 VPAP Tx provides continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and bilevel therapy.The S9 VPAP Tx is a component of the S9 VPAP Tx Lab System. The S9 VPAP Tx Lab System provides remote PC control of a positive airway pressure therapy device (therapy device) capable of delivering multip...
Page 7 - S9 VPAP Tx at a glance
3 English S9 VPAP Tx at a glance The S9 VPAP Tx system comprises the following elements: • S9 VPAP Tx device • H5i heated humidifier • ClimateLine™ heated air tubing • 90W power supply unit • S9 travel bag • S9 USB Adapter. Optional components include: • Standard air tubing • SlimLine ™ air tubing •...
Page 8 - Products; CAUTION
4 Masks Mask systems recommended for use with the S9 VPAP Tx can be found at www.resmed.com. For information on using a mask refer to the mask user guide. For a complete list of recommended masks and their settings go to www.resmed.com on the Products page under Service & Support . If you do not...
Page 9 - Therapy modes; Therapy mode
5 English Therapy modes The following table describes the therapy modes available on the S9 VPAP Tx. Therapy mode Description CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) Delivers a fixed pressure with optional Expiratory Pressure Relief (EPR). EPR can improve patient comfort. AutoSet Delivers CPAP th...
Page 10 - Setting up the S9 VPAP Tx; WARNING; S9 VPAP Tx basics; Key
6 Setting up the S9 VPAP Tx WARNING • Make sure the power cord and plug are in good condition and the equipment is not damaged. • Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces. • Do not leave long lengths of air tubing around the top of the patient’s bed. It could twist around the patient’s head or nec...
Page 12 - Filling the water tub
8 5. Connect the S9 VPAP Tx to the Tx Link via USB serial cable.6. Plug the other end of the power cord into the power outlet.7. Connect one end of the air tubing firmly onto the air outlet.8. Connect the assembled mask system to the free end of air tubing.The S9 VPAP Tx does not use the SD Card fun...
Page 14 - Mask and air tubing settings; Mask type
10 Mask and air tubing settings Use the following settings below for each mask type: Mask type Settings Full Face Full Face Pillows Pillows Nasal Nasal (for Ultra Mirage mask, use ‘Nasal Ultra’) Pediatric Pediatric Notes: • For more information on assembling the mask see the mask user guide. • For a...
Page 15 - Navigating the menus; Home menu
11 English Navigating the menus In general, to navigate the menus: 1. Turn until the parameter you require is displayed in blue. 2. Press . The selection is highlighted in orange. 3. Turn until you see the setting that you require. 4. Press to confirm your choice. The screen returns to blue. About t...
Page 16 - Changing settings via the Home menu; Humidity level; Mask Fit
12 Changing settings via the Home menu From the Home menu, you can adjust or check the following features: Humidity level Humidity levels can be adjusted at any time to find the setting that is most comfortable for the patient. Climate Control When the ClimateLine or ClimateLine MAX heated air tubin...
Page 17 - Viewing the treatment screens
13 English Viewing the treatment screens Depending on how the system has been configured and what mode has been selected, you will see one of the following example screens (shown in iVAPS mode below) when the device is running: 9 H5i humidifier 9 H5i humidifier 9 ClimateLine/ClimateLine MAX 9 Climat...
Page 18 - Treatment screen parameters; Parameter
14 Treatment screen parameters Parameter Modes Description CP AP AutoSet VAuto S ST T PA C iV APS ASV ASV Auto Leak 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 Estimate of the total rate of air escaping due to mouth and unintentional mask leaks, expressed in L/min (5-breath moving average). Minute Ventilation (MV) 9 9 9 9 ...
Page 19 - Setup menu; Setup menu access; Settings; Options; Configuration
15 English Setup menu The Setup menu allows set up of all parameters pertaining to the patient’s therapy. Setup menu access To access Setup menu, press the Setup button. There are three screens available from the Setup menu as shown in iVAPS mode below: Settings Displays parameters directly affectin...
Page 20 - Clinical setup menu parameters
16 Clinical setup menu parameters * Parameter Modes Range Description CP AP AutoSet VAuto S ST T PA C iV APS ASV ASV Auto Settings CircuitMask type 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 Full Face / Nasal / Pillows / Nasal Ultra / Pediatric Default: Full Face Selects the type of mask used by the patient. Tube type 9 9...
Page 23 - Info menu; Service
19 English Info menu Service Displays the device run hours, software version and other component versions. Parameter Description Run hours Displays the total number of hours the device has been used including warm-up and cool-down times for the humidifier. SW Displays the current software version. B...
Page 24 - Managing Climate Control; Mode; Climate Control
20 Managing Climate Control Designed to be ideal for most patients, Climate Control Auto enables the automatic delivery of a constant value of absolute humidity while protecting against rainout.To allow for increased flexibility, Climate Control can be turned to Manual in the Setup menu. Setting Cli...
Page 25 - Delivering therapy
21 English Delivering therapy WARNING Blocking the air tubing and/or air inlet of the device while in operation could lead to overheating of the device. CAUTION Make sure the area around the device is dry and clean and clear of bedding, clothes or other objects that could block the air inlet or cove...
Page 26 - Adding supplemental oxygen; To add supplemental oxygen:
22 Adding supplemental oxygen WARNING • Explosion hazard—do not use in the vicinity of flammable anesthetics. • Oxygen supports combustion. Oxygen must not be used while smoking or in the presence of an open flame. • Always ensure that the device is turned on and airflow generated before the oxygen ...
Page 27 - Cleaning and maintenance; Reprocessing the H5i and air tubing between patients; Support; Replacing the air filter; Filter
23 English Cleaning and maintenance Regular cleaning should be carried out on the S9 VPAP Tx.Clean the exterior of the device with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Reprocessing the H5i and air tubing between patients The H5i and air tubing should be reprocessed when used between patients. Cleaning a...
Page 28 - Working with alarms; Alarms menu; Clearing the alarm message; Testing the alarms; Power fail; System Fault
24 Working with alarms The S9 VPAP Tx is fitted with an alarm module that continuously monitors both therapy and device conditions. Alarms are only activated when therapy is running. An alarm condition can be indicated by an audible sound, a flashing yellow LED or a message on the screen. Note: The ...
Page 29 - Troubleshooting; Problem/Possible cause
25 English Troubleshooting If there is a problem, try the following suggestions. If the problem cannot be solved, contact your equipment supplier or ResMed. Do not attempt to open the device. Problem/Possible cause Solution No display Power is not connected. Ensure the power cord is connected and th...
Page 30 - Alarm is activated and the LCD screen display disappears
26 Problem/Possible cause Solution Air filter is blocked. Replace your air filter. Disconnect the power cord and then reconnect it to restart the device. Air tubing is blocked. Check your air tubing and remove any blockages. Disconnect the power cord and then reconnect it to restart the device. Humi...
Page 31 - Technical specifications; General technical specifications
27 English Technical specifications General technical specifications Power supply 90W power supply unit Input range: 100–240V; 50–60Hz; 115V, 400Hz nominal for aircraft use Typical power consumption: 70W (80VA) Maximum power consumption: 110W (120VA) 90W DC/DC converter Nominal inputs: 12V, 24V Typi...
Page 32 - Pneumatic flow path
28 Sound: DECLARED DUAL-NUMBER NOISE EMISSION VALUES in accordance with ISO 4871:1996 Sound pressure level (CPAP mode) with SlimLine air tubing: 26 dBA with uncertainty of 2 dBA as measured according to ISO 17510-1:2007 with Standard air tubing: 27 dBA with uncertainty of 2 dBA as measured according...
Page 33 - Displayed values
29 English Flow (maximum) at set pressures The following are measured at the end of the specified air tubing: Pressure cm H 2 O S9 VPAP Tx and standard air tubing, L/min S9 VPAP Tx, H5i and standard air tubing, L/min S9 VPAP Tx and SlimLine, L/min S9 VPAP Tx, H5i and ClimateLine, L/min 4 200 170 195...
Page 34 - Symbols; Servicing
30 Symbols The following symbols may appear on your product or packaging. Caution; Read instructions before use; Protection against insertion of fingers and against vertically dripping water; Type BF equipment; Class II equipment; Start/Stop; Manufacturer; European Authorised Representative; Europea...
Page 35 - Limited warranty; Product
31 English Limited warranty ResMed Ltd (hereafter ‘ResMed’) warrants that your ResMed product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the period specified below. Product Warranty period Mask systems (including mask frame, cushion, headgear and tubing)—exc...
Page 37 - S9 VPAP Tx
Manufacturer: ResMed Ltd 1 Elizabeth Macarthur Drive Bella Vista NSW 2153 Australia. Distributed by: ResMed Corp 9001 Spectrum Center Boulevard San Diego CA 92123 USA. ResMed (UK) Ltd 96 Milton Park Abingdon Oxfordshire OX14 4RY UK. See www.resmed.com for other ResMed locations worldwide. For patent...
