ResMed AirCurve 11 Bilevel

Your AirCurve 11 machine has been set up for your needs by your medical equipment supplier—the PAP store where you picked up your equipment. But it’s understandable you may want to make small adjustments based on your comfort needs. Here are some tips on how to adjust the comfort settings.

On your AirCurve 11 machine, rotate the dial to highlight My Options and press the dial to see your current settings. From here, you can personalize your options.

Humidity Level

The humidifier moistens the air and is designed to make your therapy more comfortable. With the Climate Control enhanced Auto setting‡, both temperature and humidity are automatically preset at levels designed for maximum comfort; all you have to do is plug it in and press Start.

You can also manually set the Humidity Level to Off or between 1 and 8, where 1 is the lowest humidity setting and 8 is the highest humidity setting. Note: if you’re using a ClimateLineAir™ heated tube, you will need to turn the Climate Control setting on your device from “Auto” to “Manual” to access the humidity level setting.

If you’re getting a dry nose or mouth, turn up the humidity.

If you’re getting any moisture in your mask, turn down the humidity.

How to adjust humidity:

In My Options, select Humidity Level. Scroll and select the desired humidity level.

Ramp Time

Ramp Time is designed to make the beginning of therapy more comfortable and is the period during which the airflow pressure increases from a low start pressure to your prescribed treatment pressure. You can set your Ramp Time to Off, from 5 to 45 minutes.

How to adjust Ramp Time:

In My Options, select Ramp Time and adjust to your preferred setting.

Need more help with your comfort settings? Your medical equipment supplier can help make any other necessary adjustments.

This information can also be found in your User Guide.

A bilevel PAP prescription is required for an AirCurve 11. Cost and coverage vary by insurance provider and plan. Once your doctor has provided you with a prescription, contact your insurance provider to learn more about what’s covered under your plan. Then you can find a PAP equipment store near you or shop online.

The home medical equipment supplier—the store where you picked up your bilevel PAP mask and machine—is responsible for providing you with ongoing clinical support, including answering any questions and helping you resolve any issues that you may be experiencing with your AirCurve 11 machine or settings. Getting used to your therapy can be challenging and there may be different equipment options that will work better for your personal comfort needs, so don’t hesitate to reach out!

Not sure who your medical equipment supplier is? We can help. Fill out our Contact Us form or call us at (209) 232-7231.

You should clean your machine weekly. The following can be used as guidance for cleaning your machine; full cleaning instructions can also be found in the machine’s user guide.

How to clean your PAP machine

Time it takes: 5 minutes

Supplies you’ll need to clean your machine:

• Sink or tub
• Warm, drinking-quality water (86°F / 30°C)
• Mild soap
• Clean towel

Weekly step-by-step cleaning tips:

1. Unplug the machine. Wash the water tub and air tubing in warm water using mild detergent. Do not wash in a dishwasher or washing machine.
2. Rinse the water tub and air tubing thoroughly and allow to dry out of direct sunlight and/or heat.
3. Wipe the exterior of the device with a dry cloth or towel.

This information can also be found in your User Guide.

Ozone or UV light products have not been validated for use with the mask and may lead to discoloration or damage. Always follow cleaning instructions as stated in the User Guide.

ResMed has observed that prolonged and repeated use of an ozone device may eventually cause internal damage to a ResMed machine, leading to an increase in motor noise. The ResMed limited warranty excludes damage to ResMed machines caused by use of ozone devices.

It’s important to regularly inspect, clean and replace your PAP supplies, which can be affected by dirt and general wear. You should regularly check the water tub, air tubing and air filter for any signs of wear or damage.

Here are some replacement tips for your PAP parts:

1. Water tub:

• Replace if it begins leaking or has become cracked, cloudy or pitted.
• Replace if the seal is cracked or torn.
• Remove any white powder deposits using a solution of one part household vinegar to 10 parts water.

2. Air tubing:

• Replace if there are any holes, tears or cracks.

3. Air filter:

• PAP air filters can wear out or become clogged over time, potentially exposing you to airborne particles, mold and bacteria. We recommend checking them twice per month.

For help with when and how to replace your machine parts, contact your PAP equipment store and ask if they have a replacement supply (resupply) program so you can get new parts on a consistent schedule. You should also check with your insurance provider to see what replacement parts are covered under your plan and how often you can replace them.

NOTE: ASV therapy is contraindicated for people with chronic, symptomatic heart failure (NYHA 2-4) with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF ≤ 45%) and moderate to severe predominant central sleep apnea. Talk to your doctor for more information.

ASV therapy is safe and effective for people with central sleep apnea. It uses an adaptive servo-ventilation algorithm that detects when you stop breathing and provides you with breath.

While ResMed masks are designed to be compatible with most ResMed machines, it is best to confirm compatibility for your specific mask to determine the correct mask setting for your machine.

Here’s a list of recommended compatible masks:

Full face masks:

• AirFit™ F30i
• AirFit F30
• AirFit F20

Nasal masks:

• AirFit N30i
• AirFit N30
• AirFit N20

Nasal pillow masks:

• AirFit P30i
• AirFit P10

Yes! Exclusive to the Air11 PAP series and the myAir app, Personal Therapy Assistant provides interactive voice-guided video setup instructions, as well as Test Drive, a therapy acclimation tool that can help you get comfortable using your AirCurve 11 machine. myAir also provides tailored coaching, helpful tips, encouraging messages, cleaning reminders and more to support you along your sleep therapy journey.

Make sure that Bluetooth® is enabled on your smartphone and then log in to the myAir app and follow the prompts to connect to the AirCurve 11 machine. If you don’t see the four-digit key on the AirCurve 11 screen, go to the Home menu and tap +More, and then tap myAir.