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Changing setting on Remstar Auto A-Flex? Safe to do? - pwynnnorman - 07-22-2016
Hello, first time here.
I am desperate to adjust my CPAP machine, but am getting the most frustrating run-around from medical device companies because I bought the machine when I was in one state and am now in another. (And no one will handle a machine not bought from them, even if it's the exact same model they sell.)
I had a new sleep test done and have the report indicating the settings needed and I found through this site manuals to change them. At the same time, though, I'm wondering why the company I bought the machine from can't reprogram it remotely since it has an SD card, etc.
Does anyone here have experience with this situation? I would appreciate understanding my options, if possible.
Thank you,
~ Wynn
RE: Changing setting on Remstar Auto A-Flex? Safe to do? - chill - 07-22-2016
It needs a modem, not an SD card, to be programmed remotely.
RE: Changing setting on Remstar Auto A-Flex? Safe to do? - trish6hundred - 07-22-2016
Hi pwynnnorman,
WELCOME! to the forum.!
Good luck to you as you continue your CPAP therapy and hang in there for more responses to your post.
RE: Changing setting on Remstar Auto A-Flex? Safe to do? - chill - 07-22-2016
Personally, I'd change the machine settings myself. In fact, I do. No one is going to care more about your therapy and health than you do. Your health care providers can be a great ally, but they might not be inclined to do so.
RE: Changing setting on Remstar Auto A-Flex? Safe to do? - cate1898 - 07-23-2016
Welcome to the forum pwynnnorman!
You can adjust the settings yourself. I did. Order the Clinician's manual for your machine through this forum. Try starting with this: http://www.apneaboard.com/adjust-cpap-pressure/change-cpap-pressure-settings-adjusting-your-machine-with-a-clinician-setup-manual
RE: Changing setting on Remstar Auto A-Flex? Safe to do? - pwynnnorman - 07-23-2016
Hi! I ended up calling the company I bought it from and found out my doctor's office just had things dead wrong. Turns out my machine has a modem and the company is happy to adjust it remotely!
Thanks for replying.