The SleepWeaver Advance Nasal Mask is Ideal if You:

• Have sensitive skin or allergies
• Prioritize comfort over everything when it comes to a CPAP mask
• Are an active sleeper
• Experience claustrophobia with bulkier CPAP masks
• Are sensitive to sound and need a quiet mask
• Have facial hair

Product Manual: SleepWeaver Advance User Guide

Fitting Your New Mask

1. Remove the mask from the packaging. If you have removed the mask from the headgear, re-attach the headgear straps through the slits in the mask wings. Connect the tubing from the machine to the plastic hose connector on the front of the mask.
2. Put the mask on by pulling the headgear over your head so that the cup of the mask is centered over the nose and the head strap is centered on your forehead.
3. Pull the headgear over the back of your head until the neck strap rests below your ears.
4. Turn on your machine.
5. Adjust the neck straps first so that the bottom of the mask is comfortably resting on your upper lip just below your nostrils.
6. Adjust the head strap to pull the mask comfortably against your nose.
7. Ensure headgear is not overly tightened, you should be able to easily fit one finger under each strap of the headgear.
8. Lie down in your normal sleeping position and if needed shift the mask around so that the fabric is able to form a seal against your skin. Additional adjustment tips are located in the following section and a detailed fitting video can be viewed at www.circadiance.com/help.

Adjusting for Leaks

If you experience leaks, try these steps:

1. With your CPAP or bilevel machine on and at your prescription pressure, pinch the portion of the mask directly over your nose, pull the mask slightly away from your face, towards your feet, and gently release.
2. If you experience leaks from the sides of the mask, adjust the Neck Straps by unhooking the tab from the strap and pulling the straps out to tighten the mask, then re-latching the tab to the strap.
3. If you experience leaks into your eyes, adjust the Head Strap.
4. At times it is possible to stop leaks and get a better fit by loosening the mask just a bit, then repeating Step 1.
5. Leaks can also occur if the headgear straps are too tight or too loose. With practice you should find the snug but comfortable fit that works for you.

Warnings

• The device is a vented mask and should not be used with a dual-limb ventilation circuit.
• If there are any reactions to any part of this mask or headgear, discontinue use immediately.
• This system should not be used unless the therapy device is turned on and is operating properly.
• The vent holes should never be blocked.
• Ensure the mask is put on correctly. Ensure the mask and headgear are assembled and positioned as pictured on the front page of the user manual.
• If any visible deterioration of a system component is apparent (cracking, broken parts, tears, etc.), or if after cleaning any components remain unclean, the component should be discarded and replaced.
• Varying the frequency, method, or cleaning agent to clean this product other than what is detailed in the instructions may have an adverse effect on SleepWeaver Advance and consequently the safety or quality of the therapy.
• If the SleepWeaver Advance is being used with supplemental oxygen, the oxygen flow must be turned off if the machine is not operating because accumulated oxygen is a fire hazard.
• If the SleepWeaver Advance is being used with supplemental oxygen, refrain from smoking.

Home Cleaning Instructions

1. Hand wash the mask every other day with a mild, nonabrasive soap in warm water. Air dry out of direct sunlight.
2. Hand wash the headgear weekly.
3. After a period of use, the medical tape that attaches the swivel to the mask will lose its adhesion and will need to be replaced.
4. The swivel is attached to the mask using latex free white medical tape. You may remove the swivel and clean it separately by soaking it in a solution of 1 part vinegar to 3 parts water (1/3 cup vinegar to 1 cup water).
5. Thoroughly rinse the swivel after soaking then let dry.
6. Re-attach the swivel with latex free medical tape.

Removing the Swivel

It is not necessary to remove the swivel and replace the tape each time you wash the mask unless you have a chronic condition and your physician or RT has advised you to do so or if the mask is used in a Sleep Lab environment.

1. Turn the mask inside out to expose the white medical tape attaching the swivel to the mask and remove the old tape.
2. Push the swivel through the nose hole and out of the mask for cleaning.
3. Clean the mask by following the home cleaning instructions.
4. Clean the swivel separately by soaking it in a solution of 1 part vinegar to 3 parts water. Rinse well after soaking then let dry.

Re-attaching the Swivel

Use latex-free, waterproof, white medical tape

1. After both the swivel and mask are completely dry turn the mask inside out again.
2. Place the swivel inside the mask with the “male” (ridge) sticking out ½ inch from the fabric.
3. Cut a piece of white latex free medical tape approximately 10½ inches long
4. Hold the swivel in the mask with one hand while starting tape next to the ridge. Make sure your tape is ½ way over the fabric and ½ over the swivel.
5. Wrap the tape around the swivel and mask at least 3 times.
6. Cut off excess tape if necessary and finger smooth away any wrinkles with your finger.
7. Instructions are also available online at www.circadiance.com/help