Connect Other Accessories; Bacteria Filter - Weinmann CPAP 20e Descripción Del Aparato E Instrucciones De Manejo

External exhalation system
No exhalation system is integrated in some masks. In order for the used, carbon
dioxide (CO )-enriched air to be able to escape, an external exhalation system is re-
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quired on these masks. Follow the instructions for use of your exhaled air system.
Warning!
Without an exhalation system the CO
values in the mask and hose, thus hindering your breathing. Risk of
suffocation!

3.4 Connect other accessories

Bacteria filter

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Set up of equipment
concentration would rise to critical
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– Fit the external exhalation system between the
breathing mask and the breathing tube.
If the CPAP 20e is to be used by several patients (e.g.
in a hospital), a bacteria filter should be used to pro-
tect against infection. It is inserted between the
breathing tube and the device outlet port. Using a
bacteria filter can reduce the pressure and flow rate.