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Page 8Transcend Sleep Apnea Therapy User ManualNote Indicates a tip, explanation or feature to aid in understanding, or efficient operationof the device.Warnings• Do not allow water to enter this device. Transcend should not be exposed toenvironmental conditions where the system may get wet.• This device is not intended for life support.• Transcend must be set up and adjusted by a trained provider before being used fortherapy ramp and pressure.• The air temperature produced by this device can be as much as 10ºF higher thanthe temperature of the room. Exercise caution if the room temperature is warmerthan 90ºF (32ºC).• Do not block or otherwise obstruct the exhalation ports of the interface. Follow themanufacturer’s instructions included with your interface.• This equipment is not suitable for use with oxygen or in the presence of aflammable anesthetic mixture with air or oxygen, or with nitrous oxide.• The Transcend System is only to be used with the supplied or recommendedaccessories. Use of accessories not recommended may result in increasedelectromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic immunity of the PAPsystem and may be potentially unsafe.• The Transcend System is not defibrillation proof.• Do not attempt to sterilize Transcend.• The system is intended for single patient use.• The device should be used only with masks and connectors recommended bySomnetics or a health care professional. A mask should not be used unless thedevice is turned on and is properly delivering ramp or therapy pressure. Theexhalation port(s) associated with the mask should never be blocked. Explanationof the Warning: The device is intended to be used with masks or connectorsspecifically designed to have exhalation ports to allow continuous flow of air out ofthe mask. When the device is turned on and functioning properly air flow from thedevice flushes the exhaled air out through the mask exhalation port. When thedevice is not operating, however, fresh air will not be provided through the maskand exhaled air may be rebreathed. Rebreathing of exhaled air for longer thanseveral minutes can, in some circumstances, lead to suffocation.
Page 9Transcend Sleep Apnea Therapy User ManualCautions• Federal law (United States) restricts this device to sale by, or on the order of, aphysician.• Power the Transcend System only with the Somnetics-supplied power supplies,mobile power adaptor, or batteries. See Appendix: Part Numbers.• Discontinue use of the Transcend and contact your physician if respiratory or skinirritations occur.• Do not introduce objects into the Transcend air inlet or air outlet.• Inspect the power cord for signs of wear or damage before each use. Replace thepower cord if necessary.• Somnetics recommends replacing the air delivery tubing (hose) after every threemonths of use.• To protect the environment, some parts and accessories of the Transcend System,including optional batteries, must be disposed of in accordance with localregulations.
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