ResMed 60561 User Manual

Swift™ LT

NASAL PILLOWS SYSTEM

User Guide

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Swift™ LT

NASAL PILLOWS SYSTEM

Thank you for choosing the Swift LT.

Intended Use

The Swift LT channels airfl ow noninvasively to a patient from a positive airway
pressure device such as a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or
bilevel system.
The Swift LT is:

• to be used by adult patients (> 30 kg) for whom positive airway pressure
has been prescribed

• intended for single-patient re-use in the home environment and
multipatient re-use in the hospital/institutional environment.

Using the Swift LT

When using the Swift LT with ResMed fl ow generators that have mask setting
options, if available select ‘SWIFT’; otherwise select ‘MIRAGE’ as the mask
option.
For a full list of compatible devices for this mask, see the Mask/Device
Compatibility List on www.resmed.com on the Products page under Service
& Support. If you do not have Internet access, please contact your ResMed
representative.

Notes:

• The Swift LT is not compatible for use with the ResMed AutoSet CS™ 2
and VPAP™ Adapt SV devices.

• SmartStop may not operate effectively when using Swift LT with some
fl ow generators that have this feature.

• If you experience nasal dryness or irritation, use of a humidifi er is
recommended.

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Parts of the Swift LT & Ordering Information

Tube retainer

60586

Top buckle

60579 (1)
60580 (10)

Headgear
assembly

Frame

60575

Short tube assembly

60577

60578

Elbow

Pillows

60571 (S*)
60572 (M*)
60573 (L*)

Back buckle

60558 (1)
60559 (10)

Swivel

Complete system

60561
(includes small, medium and large pillows)

S* Small; M* Medium; L* Large

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Fitting your Swift LT

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(A) Hold the pillows at

your nose; (B) pull the
headgear over your head.

4

Rotate frame to adjust
pillow angle to ensure it
sits comfortably.

2

Adjust top straps (over­tightening may cause
excess pressure on your
nose).

5

Connect the short tube
to the fl ow generator’s air
tubing.

Using Tube Retainer (Optional)

3

Adjust each end of the
backstrap (overtightening
may cause excess
pressure on upper lip).

6

The Swift LT is now fi tted
and ready for use. Head­gear should sit midway
between ear and eye.

T

Swift L

1

Push tube retainer into
buckle. Clip either short
tube or air tubing to tube
retainer.

2

When using the tube
retainer, the tubing can be
positioned to either side of
your face or centred.

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3

If the mask pulls on your
nose, increase length of
tube between mask and
tube retainer.

Disassembling your Swift LT

Swif t LT

1

Detach air tubing from
short tube.

3

Remove pillows from
frame.

2

Remove headgear from
frame.

4

Remove elbow from frame.

Cleaning your Swift LT in the home

Notes:

• The nasal pillows system and headgear should be cleaned by
handwashing.

• The headgear may be washed without being disassembled.

WARNING

Do not use aromatic-based solutions or scented oils (eg, eucalyptus or
essential oils), bleach, alcohol or products that smell strongly (eg, citrus)
to clean any of the system’s components. Residual vapours from these
solutions can be inhaled if not rinsed thoroughly. They may also damage
the system, causing cracks.

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CAUTION

If any visible deterioration of a system component is apparent (cracking,
crazing, tears etc.), the component should be discarded and replaced.

Daily/After Each Use

Handwash the separated mask components (excluding headgear) by
gently rubbing in warm (approx. 30°C) water using mild soap or diluted
dishwashing detergent for one minute. Rinse all components well with
drinking quality water and allow them to air dry out of direct sunlight.

Weekly

Handwash the headgear and tube retainer in warm (approx. 30°C) water
using mild soap or diluted dishwashing detergent. Rinse well and allow
them to air dry out of direct sunlight.

Reprocessing your Swift LT between Patients

The Nasal Pillows System should be reprocessed when used between
patients. Cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation instructions are available from
the ResMed website, www.resmed.com/masks/sterilization.
If you do not have Internet access, please contact your ResMed
representative.

Storage

Ensure that your Swift LT is thoroughly clean and dry before storing it for any
length of time. Store the mask in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.

Disposal

The Swift LT does not contain any hazardous substances and may be disposed
of with your normal household refuse.

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Reassembling your Swift LT

1

Insert elbow into frame. Align pillows with frame. Push pillows fi rmly into

4

Check positioning markers
on pillows and headgear
are on the same side.

2

3

frame. Ensure top and
bottom retention tabs slot
into place.

5

Slide left and right headgear stability arms onto frame.
Ensure inner wall of pillows is in correct position.
If not, squeeze pillow sides to release inner walls.

Reassembling the headgear

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Swift LT

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B

B

Lay out the headgear as
shown, writing facing
upwards.

(A) Thread the top straps
through the top buckle,
then (B) back over to
secure.

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(A) Thread both backstraps
through the back buckle
(Velcro™ facing outwards),
then (B) fold back over to
secure.

Troubleshooting

Possible reason Solution

Pillows won’t seal properly, are uncomfortable or cause red marks

Pillows may have
been fi tted incorrectly,
incorrectly adjusted, or
the headgear is too tight.

Inner wall position of one/
both pillows is incorrect.

Pillows are wrong size. Talk to your clinician.
Pillows may be dirty. Clean pillows according to instructions in “Cleaning

Carefully follow instructions in “Fitting your Swift LT”.
Check headgear is not over-tightened.
Check ResMed logo on top of pillows is facing
outwards.

Squeeze pillow sides to release inner wall. The
correct position is shown in “Reassembling your
Swift LT”.

your Swift LT in the Home”.

Nasal pillows system is too noisy

System is assembled
incorrectly.

Reassemble the Swift LT. Make sure the pillows are
fully inserted into the frame.

Before using your Swift LT

WARNINGS

• The vent holes must be kept clear.

• The mask should not be used unless the CPAP system is turned on and
operating properly.

• Follow all precautions when using supplemental oxygen.

• Oxygen fl ow must be turned off when the fl ow generator is not operating,
so that unused oxygen does not accumulate within the fl ow generator
enclosure and create a risk of fi re.

• At a fi xed fl ow rate of supplemental oxygen fl ow, the inhaled oxygen
concentration varies, depending on the pressure settings, patient breathing
pattern, mask, point of application and leak rate.

• The technical specifi cations of the mask are provided for your clinician to
check that they are compatible with the fl ow generator. If used outside
specifi cation or if used with incompatible devices, the seal and comfort of
the mask may not be effective, optimum therapy may not be achieved, and
leak, or variation in the rate of leak, may affect the fl ow generator function.

• Discontinue using the Swift LT if you have ANY adverse reaction to the use
of the mask, and consult your physician or sleep therapist.

• As with all masks, some rebreathing may occur at low CPAP pressures.

• Refer to your fl ow generator manual for details on settings and operational
information.

• Remove all packaging before using the mask.

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• Using a mask may cause tooth, gum or jaw soreness or aggravate an
existing dental condition. If symptoms occur, consult your physician or
dentist.

Technical specifi cations

Note: The mask system does not contain latex, PVC or DEHP materials.

Pressure–Flow
Curve

Note: The mask contains passive venting that meets the
requirements for protection against rebreathing as specifi ed in
ISO 17510-2. As a result of manufacturing variations, the vent
fl ow rate may vary.

60
50
40
30
20
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Vent Flow Rate (L/min)

4 6 8 101214161820

Dead Space
Information

Mask Pressure (cm H2O)

Physical dead space is the empty volume of the mask to the
end of the swivel. Using the large cushions this is 94 mL.

Pressure
(cm H

420

829

12 37

16 43

20 49

Flow

O)

(L/min)

2

Standards CE designation in accordance with EC directive 93/42/EEC,

class IIa. ISO 14971, ISO 13485, ISO 10993-1 and ISO 17510-2.

Therapy
Pressure

4 to 20 cm H

O.

2

Resistance Drop in pressure measured (nominal)

at 50 L/min: 0.6 cm H2O and at 100 L/min: 2.0cm H2O.

Sound DECLARED DUAL-NUMBER NOISE EMISSION VALUES in

accordance with ISO 4871. The A-weighted sound power
level of the mask is 25 dBA, with uncertainty 3 dBA. The
A-weighted sound pressure level of the mask at a distance of
1m is 17 dBA, with uncertainty 3 dBA.

Environmental
Conditions

Operating temperature: +5°C to +40°C
Operating humidity: 15%–95% non-condensing
Storage and transport temperature: -20°C to +60°C
Storage and transport humidity: up to 95% non-condensing.

Gross
Dimensions

380 mm (H) x 57 mm (W) x 62 mm (D). Mask fully assembled
with short tube assembly – no headgear.

Note: The manufacturer reserves the right to change these specifi cations
without notice.

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Symbols

Caution, consult accompanying documents;

LOT

Lot number;
number; European Authorised Representative; Temperature
limitation; Humidity limitation; Does not contain latex;

Manufacturer; Indicates a Warning or Caution and alerts you to a
possible injury or explains special measures for the safe and effective use of
the device.

REF

Part

Consumer Warranty

ResMed acknowledges all consumer rights granted under the EU Directive
1999/44/EG and the respective national laws within the EU for products sold

within the European Union.

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Manufacturer:

ResMed Ltd 1 Elizabeth Macarthur Drive Bella Vista NSW 2153 Australia

Distributed by:

ResMed Corp 9001 Spectrum Center Boulevard San Diego CA 92123 USA
ResMed (UK) Ltd 96 Milton Park Abingdon Oxfordshire OX14 4RY UK

See www.resmed.com for other ResMed locations worldwide.

For patent information, see www.resmed.com/ip

Velcro is a registered trademark of Velcro Industries B.V.

© 2011 ResMed Ltd.

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