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Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

If there is a problem, try the following suggestions. If the problem cannot be
solved, contact your equipment supplier or ResMed. Do not attempt to open the
unit.

Problem

Possible Cause

Solution

No display.

Power not connected or
switch at back is not on.

Ensure the power cable is
connected and that the
switch at the back of the
unit is in the ON position.

Insufficient air
delivered from the
VPAP Malibu.

Ramp or Settling function is
in use.

Wait for air pressure to
build up.

Air filter is dirty.

Replace air filter.

Air tubing is kinked or
punctured.

Straighten or replace
tubing.

Air tubing not connected
properly.

Check air tubing.

Mask and headgear not
positioned correctly.

Adjust position of mask and
headgear.

Plug(s) missing from access
port(s) on mask.

Replace plug(s).

Pressure required for
treatment may have
changed.

See your clinician to adjust
the pressure.

The VPAP Malibu does
not start when you
breathe into the mask.

Power cord not connected
properly.

Connect power cord firmly
at both ends.

Power outlet may be faulty.

Try another power outlet.

The VPAP Malibu unit not
switched on.

Switch power switch at rear
of the VPAP Malibu to ON.

Breath is not deep enough
to trigger SmartStart.

Take a deep breath in and
out through the mask.

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