F2 Full Face Mask User Manual V2.1
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Before Using the Mask
WARNINGS
The vent holes must be kept clear.
Explanation of Warning:
CPAP systems are intended to be
used with special masks with 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 attached
mask exhalation port. However, when the CPAP machine is not
operating, enough fresh air will not be provided through the
mask, and exhaled air will be rebreathed. Rebreathing of
exhaled air for longer than several minutes can, in some
circumstances, lead to suffocation. This warning applies to
most models of CPAP systems.
At low CPAP pressures the flow through the exhaled port may
be inadequate to clear all exhaled gas from the tube. Some
rebreathing may occur.
To minimize the risk of vomiting during sleep, the patient should
avoid eating or drinking for three hours before using the mask.
This mask is not recommended if the patient is taking a
prescription drug that may cause vomiting.
Do not use the mask without the Non-Rebreathing Valve in
place.
This mask should not be used on patients who are
uncooperative, obtunded, unresponsive, or unable to remove
the mask.
Follow all precautions when using supplemental oxygen.
Oxygen flow must be turned off when the flow generator is not
operating, so that unused oxygen does not accumulate within
the flow generator enclosure and create a risk of fire.
At a fixed flow rate of supplemental oxygen flow, the inhaled
