SPECIAL NOTES

SPECIAL NOTES

DANGER/WARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal

injury or property damage.

NOTICE

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS

SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

CHECK ALL PARTS FOR SHIPPING DAMAGE. IF SHIPPING

DAMAGEISNOTED,DONOTUSE. CONTACTDEALER/CARRIER

FORFURTHERINSTRUCTION.

THEINVACARE TWILIGHT NASAL MASK IS INTENDED TO BE

USED WITH POSITIVE AIRWAY PRESSURE DEVICES SUCH AS CPAP, TO PROVIDE 3-20 cmH2O FOR THE TREATMENT OF

ADULT OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA. THE MASK IS INTENDED

FOR SINGLE PATIENT USE. THE MASK IS TO BE USED ON ADULT PATIENTS (> 66 LBS [30 kg]) FOR WHOM POSITIVE

AIRWAY PRESSURE THERAPY HAS BEEN PRESCRIBED.

WARNING

DO NOT INSTALL, MAINTAIN OR OPERATE THIS

EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND

UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF YOU ARE

UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE DANGERS/

WARNINGS/CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS,

CONTACT YOUR HOME HEALTHCARE PROVIDER

BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT

- OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.

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SPECIAL NOTES

SAFETY SUMMARY

To ensure the safe and proper installation and use of the Invacare Twilight Nasal Mask and Headgear, these instructions MUST be followed:

WARNING

This Twilight Nasal Mask should be used only with CPAP systems recommended by your physician or respiratory therapist. A mask should not be used unless the CPAP system is turned on and operating properly.

NEVER block the vent hole or holes associated with the mask.

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, not enough fresh air is provided through the mask, and exhaled air may 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.

The entire mask system is for single patient use, and must not be reused on another person. This is to avoid risk of cross-infection.

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HEADGEAR/MASK ASSEMBLY, PLACEMENT

HEADGEAR/MASK ASSEMBLY, PLACEMENT

AND USAGE (FIGURE 1)

NOTE: Wash the headgear before using it for the first time, as dye may run. Refer to CLEANING THE MASK AND HEADGEAR in this manual.

NOTE: Invacare recommends washing your face before fitting the mask. This will remove excess facial oil and extend the life of the mask.

1.Check the nasal mask, ensuring that the nasal cushion is attached, the swivels function, and the exhalation ports are clear.

2.Attach the headgear to the nasal mask by sliding the upper headgear straps through the loophole of the forehead support.

3.Adjust each strap by folding it back and attaching it to itself, using the hook and loop fastener straps.

4.Slide the lower headgear strap through the loopholes of the headgear clips.

5.Loosely secure the straps by folding them back and using the hook and loop fastener straps.

6.Connect a standard 22mm bore, 6-foot tube from your flow generator to the tubing swivel by pressing the tube end over the swivel.

7.Turn ON the flow generator BEFORE placing the mask on your face.

8.Place mask on face with headgear straps behind head.

9.Adjust the mask position on the nose. Depress the forehead support adjustment tab and slide the forehead support up or down until it contacts the forehead and the upper portion of the nasal cushion lightly touches the bridge of the nose. The mask should fit comfortably.

10.Place the mask loosely over the nose, with minimal pressure.

11.Attach the headgear clips to the nasal mask.

NOTE: If a leak occurs, tighten the headgear straps by readjusting the hook and loop fasteners.

WARNING

DO NOT pull the straps too tight, this can cause skin irritation and may deform the nasal cushion, causing a leak. If the mask and headgear are adjusted correctly and a problem persists, contact your healthcare professional.

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HEADGEAR/MASK ASSEMBLY, PLACEMENT

DETAIL ???A???

Nasal

Cushion

Mask Shell with

Exhalation Ports

Upper Headgear

Strap

FIGURE 1 - HEADGEAR/MASK ASSEMBLY,

PLACEMENT AND USAGE

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HEADGEAR/MASK REMOVAL, CLEANING

REMOVING THE MASK AND HEADGEAR (FIGURE 2)

1.Place your thumb and forefinger around one of the headgear clips and gently pull the headgear clip away from your face.

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the headgear straps from the clips or the forehead support when removing the mask.

2. Pull the mask forward and lift it up and over the head.

Headgear

Clip

Headgear

Clip

FIGURE 2 - REMOVING THE MASK AND HEADGEAR

CLEANING THE MASK AND HEADGEAR

CAUTION

ALWAYS be sure to remove any foreign material (dirt, lint, etc.) from the exhalation ports.

DO NOT usebleach,chlorine,aromatic-basedcleaning solutions,scentedoils, or moisturizingorantibacterialsoaps, tocleanthecushion,maskframe,headgear,orairtubing. These solutions may cause hardening and reduce the life of theproduct.

Alcohol may be used to clean the silicone nasal cushion ONLY. DO NOT use alcohol to clean the mask

frame, head gear or air tubing.

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MASK REMOVAL, DISASSEMBLY AND CLEANING

WARNING

DO NOT expose any part of the mask system or tubing to direct sunlight, as it may cause mask deterioration.

After cleaning, ALWAYS rinse mask thoroughly. Insuffi- cient rinsing of cleaning agents can result in severe skin rash, irritation and skin breakdown.

Wash the entire mask system (except the headgear) after each use. Wash the headgear at least once per week.

NOTE: ALWAYS hand wash the headgear to increase the life of the product.

1.Separate the headgear from the mask assembly and hand wash the mask components using a mild detergent (such as dishwashing detergent) in warm water. Rinse thoroughly and allow parts to air-dry out of direct sunlight.

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the nasal cushion after every use. It can be cleaned and rinsed while it is mounted to the mask shell.

DISASSEMBLING/REASSEMBLING THE NASAL

CUSHION TO THE MASK SHELL (FIGURE 3)

1.Remove the nasal cushion by slowly pulling it out of the nasal mask channel. Refer to FIGURE 3.

2.Hand wash the nasal cushion using a mild detergent (such as dishwashing detergent) in warm water.

3.Prior to rinsing, press the ribbed portion of the nasal cushion into the channel of the mask shell.

NOTE: Wetting the cushion ribbing sparingly with soapy water will ease the insertion into the nasal channel.

4.Start with the top of the nasal mask cushion, gradually working down the sides until the nasal mask cushion is seated in the nasal mask channel.

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REASSEMBLY

Nasal Mask

Nasal Mask

Channel

Cushion Ribbing

Nasal Mask

Cushion

Nasal Mask

Channel

Cushion Ribbing

FIGURE 3 - DISASSEMBLING/REASSEMBLING THE

NASAL CUSHION TO THE MASK SHELL

NOTE: Ensure the nasal cushion is COMPLETELY seated in the channel before use. When properly assembled, the nasal cushion and mask shell should form a smooth, continuous surface.

5.After the nasal mask cushion is securely reassembled, rinse the entire mask thoroughly and allow to air dry out of direct sunlight.

NOTE: Make sure the mask is dry before use. Inspect the mask after cleaning.

CAUTION

Replace the mask if any parts are damaged or deteriorated.

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STORAGE, SPECIFICATIONS

STORAGE AND OPERATING CONDITIONS

TYPICAL VALUES FOR PRESSURE DROP

0.30 cmH2O (.030 kPa) at flow of 50 LPM 1.14 cmH2O (.112 kPa) at flow of 100 LPM

PRESSURE AND FLOW CHARACTERISTICS

EXHAUST VENT PRESSURE VS. FLOW

Pressure (cmH2O)

REPLACEMENT ITEMS/ ACCESSORIES

The following Invacare Twilight Mask replacement items and accessories are available:

???Standard nasal cushions - ISP2010

???Large nasal cushions - ISP2010L

???Headgear - 1122733

???Chin Restraint - 1122734

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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 the Twilight Mask to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 90 days from date of purchase. If within such warranty period any such product shall be proven to be defective, such product shall be repaired or replaced, at Invacare's option. This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement 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 dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare product. In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty service, please write directly to Invacare at the address on the back cover, provide dealer's name, address, date of purchase, indicate nature of the defect and, if the product is serialized, indicate the serial number. Do not return products to our factory without our prior consent.

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, COMMERCIAL OR INSTITUTIONAL USE,

PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT INVACARE'S EXPRESS

WRITTEN CONSENT (INCLUDING, 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, OR TO A PRODUCT

DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE'S

CONTROL, AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLELY

DETERMINED BY INVACARE. THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT

APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR

FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS.

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WARRANTY

THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN

LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER,

WHETHER EXPRESS 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.

THE MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY

CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.

THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH

STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS.

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