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DreamStation

Information for patients and caregivers who have received a DreamStation as a replacement for your current DreamStation device

This page relates to your replacement DreamStation device, including DreamStation Auto CPAP, Auto BiPAP, BiPAP autoSV or BiPAP AVAPS.

This will replace your current DreamStation device, including DreamStation CPAP Pro, Auto CPAP, Auto BiPAP, BiPAP autoSV or BiPAP AVAPS. The devices shown may vary in appearance to your device.

If you have a different device or you are not sure what device you have, please contact Philips.

This is not intended to replace your user manual. Please refer to your user manual or contact your health care provider should you have any questions about your device or treatment.

Don’t forget to download the DreamMapper app to help track your progress, set goals and get helpful tips. 


Our goods and services come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian and New Zealand Consumer Law. Your rights under the Australian and New Zealand Consumer Law are in addition to any remedy the local Philips entity may provide you.

This is not intended to replace your user manual. Please refer to your user manual or contact your health care provider should you have any questions about your device or treatment.

Don’t forget to download the DreamMapper app to help track your progress, set goals and get helpful tips. 


Our goods and services come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian and New Zealand Consumer Law. Your rights under the Australian and New Zealand Consumer Law are in addition to any remedy the local Philips entity may provide you.

Philips DreamStation Setup Instructions

Do not return


Please keep the following device components and accessories from your current device, you may need them to setup your replacement device (if applicable).


Please follow the “Accessory Cleaning and Inspection Instructions” provided and if you notice any black foam particles, please contact Philips.

Mask

Humidifier

Heated Tubing

Modem

SD Card

1

Disassemble your current device

 
  • Disconnect the power supply, power cord, tubing and mask. 
  • Disconnect humidifier (if applicable), please ensure the humidifier does not contain any water. Press the grey release button on the side of the humidifier and gently pull the two components apart.
  • Disconnect modem (if applicable).
  • Remove SD card (if applicable).
  • Please follow the “Accessory Cleaning and Inspection Instructions” provided and if you notice any black foam particles, please contact Philips.

Note: Keep your current SD card. Your replacement device comes with a SD card installed.

2

Assemble your replacement device

 
  • Remove your replacement DreamStation device and User Manual from the box. 
  • Attach the ultra-fine filter to the pollen filter and insert. 
  • Insert your modem (if applicable).
  • Slide your current and cleaned humidifier and replacement device together until they snap into place (if applicable).
  • Connect your current and cleaned mask and tubing (or your new standard flexible tubing provided) to the replacement device.

Note: This device comes with new tubing. If you have a heated tube and prefer to use this, please follow the cleaning instructions in Step 1.

 
  • Connect the power supply to the replacement device.
  • Connect the power cord to the power supply and wall electrical outlet.

Note: If you use DreamMapper, update your replacement device serial number information in the settings of your DreamMapper account/app (if applicable). It is important to wait until after you have completed the previous steps to do this.

 
  • Press the therapy button to initiate air flow and ensure proper operation.
  • Your replacement device is now ready to use.

  • Please refer to the User Manual for more detailed information about the device and operation, including cleaning and adjusting your patient settings. Images may vary.

Philips DreamStation 2 CPAP Setup and Use

Philips DreamStation | Return and Setup Instructions

Philips DreamStation setup with humidifier

Philips DreamStation setup with humidifier

Simple device operation for DreamStation

Simple device operation for DreamStation

DreamStation PAP: Basic menu navigation

DreamStation PAP: Basic menu navigation

Understanding feedback from the DreamStation

Understanding feedback from the DreamStation

DreamStation PAP: How to install and use a cellular modem

DreamStation PAP: How to install and use a cellular modem

Changing filters on the DreamStation

Changing filters on the DreamStation

Removing SD card from DreamStation

Removing SD card from DreamStation

Return Instructions for your old device

1

Return your old device to Philips

  • It is very important for Philips to work with our patients to ensure the return of affected devices under our Product Correction in Australia and New Zealand. More information in relation to the correction is on the Philips website at: www.philips.com/src-update.
  • The return shipment for your old device is pre-paid, so there is no charge to you.
  • If you are in New Zealand, please go to www.philips.com/src-update or click on this link for details on how to return your old device to Philips.


If you are in Australia, please follow the Australia Post return process to return your old device to Philips: 

  • Go to: return.auspost.com.au/Philips
  • Input the serial number of your old device as the reference number and your email address.
  • Then input your personal details, including your address. Review and accept the terms and conditions. You can choose to print your own label or print in store.
  • Take your old device and your confirmation email from Australia Post to your nearest Australia Post location.
  • At the post office, Australia Post will provide you with packaging for your old device to be placed in.
  • Once you have packaged your old device, provide it to Australia Post for return to Philips.

Do not return your carry bag, mask, tubing, power supply and cord, humidifier, battery, modem or SD card (if applicable).

1800 830 517 in Australia (toll-free) or
+61 2 9151 0289 in New Zealand

Cleaning your DreamStation

Before resuming therapy on your replacement machine, visually inspect the following accessories for evidence of black foam particles:

 

  • Tubing 
  • Mask components (mask, cushions, and integrated tubing) 
  • Humidifier tank and seals (if applicable)  

 

If there is no evidence of black foam particles on any of these components:

  • Clean each component per their respective instructions for use.
  • Reassemble and resume therapy on your new device.

 

If visible black foam particles are evident on any of these components: 

  • Contact your equipment provider for replacement (prior to restarting therapy).
  • Keep components for verification by the Homecare Provider.

 

Please follow these “Accessory Cleaning and Inspection Instructions” provided and if you notice any black foam particles, please contact Philips on the number below.

Philips DreamStation 2 CPAP Cleaning and Maintenance

Philips DreamStation cleaning

Before you begin cleaning:

Unplug your device before cleaning

Do not submerge device in water

Always use distilled water in your humidifier tank

Daily

Humidifier:

  • Let the humidifier cool down before removing the water tank.
  • Remove water tank from device and empty contents.
  • Submerge water tank in warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly. Completely air dry.
  • Refill the humidifier with distilled water to avoid mineral deposit build-up.

Weekly

Reusable filter:

  • Rinse the grey reusable filter at least once every two weeks with warm tap water and allow to dry completely before reinserting into the device.

 

Machine:

  • Wipe down the outside of the machine with a dampened cloth with water and mild detergent.

 

Tubing:

  • Disconnect the tubing from the device and mask.
  • Hand wash in warm water and mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly. Completely air dry before reconnecting.

Monthly

Disposable filter:

  • Replace the light-blue ultra-fine disposable filter after 30 nights of use. Do not rinse.

 

Reusable filter:

  • Replace the grey reusable filter every 6 months.

 

Tubing:

  • Replace every 6 months.

Questions?

1800 830 517 in Australia (toll-free) or
+61 2 9151 0289 in New Zealand.

Thank you for your cooperation in this effort.

Please refer to your user manual for further information on using your replacement DreamStation device including cleaning and adjusting your patient settings. Images may vary.

For further assistance, please visit www.philips.com/src-update or contact Philips on 1800 830 517 in Australia (toll-free) or +61 2 9151 0289 in New Zealand, or your homecare provider.

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