Transcend CPAP Quick Manual

Quick Guide

• TRANSCEND INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing Transcend, the first obstructive sleep apnea therapy device designed
solely around your lifestyle. The Transcend Sleep Apnea Therapy System is the smallest,
lightest and most portable CPAP system. It truly gives you the freedom to sleep anywhere.

Begin by inspecting all items shipped to you. Please report any damaged or missing items to
the home healthcare provider that provided the device to you.

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INTRODUCTION

1. Transcend CPAP

2. Standard 6 Foot Hose -

Not HME Compatible

3. Universal Hose Adaptor

4. Universal AC Power Supply

5. Travel Bag

6. CD containing user manual,
compliance software, and Quick
Guide

7. Video User Guide DVD

8. Quick Start Guide

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Chapter 1 • Transcend Introduction • page 1

What’s Not Included (all sold separately)

• Transcend Docking Station

• Transcend H6B and H9M Waterless

Humidification Systems

• Transcend Mobile Power Adaptor

• Transcend Battery P4and P8Battery

Systems

Included in the Transcend Sleep Apnea Therapy Starter System:

Chapter 1 • Transcend Introduction • page 2

1) Transcend H6B Waterless Humidification System includes:

• Mask Shell Assembly

• Adjustable Arm Bars (S,M,L)

• Forehead Pad & Holder

• Adaptor ring

• Transcend H6B Headgear

• Transcend H6B Hose (6 foot hose with

pressure line, HME-compatible)

• 4 HME’s

2) Transcend H

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M Waterless Humidification System includes :

• Mask Shell Assembly

• Adjustable Arm Bars (S,M,L)

• Forehead Pad & Holder

• Adaptor ring

• Transcend H9M Headgear

• Transcend H9M Hose (9 inch hose

with pressure line, HME-compatible)

• 4 HME’s

INTRODUCTION

Two waterless humidification systems are available:

• ASSEMBLING YOUR TRANSCEND

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Transcend Sleep Apnea Therapy Starter System

To completely assemble the Transcend Sleep Apnea Therapy Starter System:

1. Attach the Universal Hose Adaptor to the CPAP nose cone.

2. Attach the standard 6 foot hose to the Universal Hose Adaptor.

3. Attach the interface to the other end of the hose.

4. Plug the power supply into the CPAP.

5. Connect the power supply to a power source.

ASSEMBLING

Chapter 2 • Fitting Your Transcend • page 3

Chapter 2 • Assembling Your Transcend • page 4

Transcend H6B Waterless Humidification System

To completely assemble the Transcend H6B Waterless Humidification System:

1. Attach the adaptor ring to the mask shell. Connect the top clip first; then
connect the bottom clips. Both must click firmly into place.

2. Clip the nasal seal firmly into the adaptor ring.

3. Connect the adjustment arm bar of the appropriate size to the mask shell by
squeezing the sides of the arm until it fits into place.

4. Slide the arm bar into the forehead piece.

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Chapter 2 • Assembling Your Transcend • page 5

5. Attach the headgear to the interface and connect the forehead pad to the
forehead piece.

6. Connect the top headgear strap through the slot on the side of the headgear.

7. Insert the heat moisture exchanger (HME) into the HME cartridge using the
plastic pin in the center of the HME.

8. Connect the Transcend H6B hose to the mask shell. You will hear an audible
click once it is in place.

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Chapter 2 • Assembling Your Transcend • page 6

9. Secure the Transcend H6B hose to the Transcend H6B headgear using the
fold over hook and loop strap.

10. Connect the Transcend H6B hose to the CPAP.

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Transcend H9M Waterless Humidification System

To completely assemble the Transcend H9M Waterless Humidification System:

1. Attach the adaptor ring to the mask shell. Connect the top clip first; then
connect the bottom clips. Both must click firmly into place.

2. Clip the nasal seal firmly into the adaptor ring.

3. Connect the adjustment arm bar of the appropriate size to the mask shell by
squeezing the sides of the arm until it fits into place, as shown.

4. Slide the arm bar into the forehead piece.

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Chapter 2 • Assembling Your Transcend • page 8

5. With the darker side of the headgear facing up, and the CPAP placed top
down with the rear facing towards you, attach the headgear to the CPAP as
shown.

6. Attach the interface to the remaining headgear straps and place the
forehead pad on the forehead piece.

7. Insert the heat moisture exchanger (HME) into the HME cartridge using the
plastic pin in the center of the HME.

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ASSEMBLING