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by BiPapUser1 » Thu Feb 10, 2011 1:51 pm
I'd like to thank everyone in this forum that took the time to help guide me in my efforts to resell this machine. I've been in touch with a couple auction sites and a few consignment dealers and I am waiting to hear back from them.
Meanwhile, I took Jule's suggestion to contact ResMed and learn more about the product I'm "pushing" .What I learned is that although the "Malibu" model is no longer in production it is the EXACT SAME MACHINE as the Auto 25 with one minor technological adjustment to its original platform (s7 vs. s8). The Malibu (aka Auto 25) has absolutely no known engineering, mechanical or operating issues. No part of the Malibu has ever been subject to recall and this machine is fully backed by Resmed and covered by warranty.
ResMed Customer Service Representative, Michelle Barbat, sent me a list of providers in my area where the unit and can be taken for an assessment. Furthermore, in the unlikely event of a problem, the provider is instructed to ship the unit directly to ResMed for evaluation and/or repair.
Masks, replacement parts and other compatible accessories for the Malibu (examples: filters and replacemet batteries) continue to be manufactured and sold by both ResMed and independent Healh Care Providers across all regions. Sotware, reference materials and the complete user manual (pdf) is also available to download from the ResMed site.
Finally, because of the critical nature, I sought out the honest and unbiased opinon of Compliance Specialist considered an expert in this field. MySleepMask com COO, Weston Headly stated “For a reasonable price, relative to other top-quality BiPAP machines, the VPAP Malibu provides the best of both words: bi-level functionality to make exhaling as easy as possible, and auto-adjusting pressure to accommodate patient’s changing needs.”
His article (written 1 2009) went on to say that the VPAP Malibu automatically adjusts the therapeutic air pressure on a breath-by-breath basis so the patient gets the therapy needed but never suffers from more pressure than is needed. Unlike other BiPAP machines with a fixed inhalation pressure, the auto-adjusting pressure of the ResMed Malibu accommodates a patient’s needs as they change over the course of a night, between nights of deeper or shallower sleep, and as the patient’s body changes. Headley explained, “As patients get older, gain or lose weight, or even change their medications, their BiPAP pressure needs to be changed. Normally this requires going to the sleep lab for an overnight study – which is both costly and inconvenient for patients. The VPAP Malibu does this each night for no cost and in the comfort of the patient’s home.”
When I contacted Mr. Headly to see if, after all this time, his thoughts had changed. They had not.
Another "expert" I searched for to inquiry about the Malibu's performance is a Malibu user. "Elaine" is a 54 y/o woman I met through the physical therapy department at St. Joseph's Hospital in Orange. Elaine suffers from multiple medical conditions, dating back 20 plus years, that require resp therapy treatment. She has been using the ResMed Vpap Malibu for almost 2 yrs. and although I admittedly do not understand the significancy of numbers or their combinations in "Cpap Talk", I clearly saw in her expression and tone that she had found relief and peace in allowing herself to trust this machine.
So, until I no longer have this machine, it remains carefully stored in a clean, smoke free, pet free enviroment; in excellent / new condition (00067 hrs); and immediatey available to anyone who is looking for a new and unused top of the line primary or backup machine and a once in a lifetime opportunity at an amazing deal. All the new and sterile accessories(lot of items previously listed) are included and actual shipping and insurance are the only additional costs to the new asking price of only $750 obo (retail: $2700+)
I am fair, honest, flexible and reasonably easy to work with.
I will 100% money back guarantee (plus shipping charges one way) that this machine is unused and in the conditon described.
I will agree to accept payments via CASH (local p/u); Personal check or money order (mail); or Credit/Debit Card, Wire Transfer, EFT, online pay (using PayPal) with the Vpap and all other items shipping (first class and insured) within 24 hours of cleared payment.
(Postal Tracking Number provided to buyer via text or email immediately (24 hours)following ship.
I may be able to agree to a short term payment schedule. With a significant $ down payment I will consider carrying a small balance for up to 90 days.
I will agree to PayPal holding funds until buyer receives, exams and tests the machine. ( an additional 48 hours)
i will consider a limited and specific short term return policy that is drawn by and agreed upon by both parities.
I will happily provide to the buyer upon his request my complete source information, including full names; positions; telephone numbers, email / website addresses; and copies of correspondence regarding my claims on this products condition; its history and the availability of materials,supplies and repair services so the buyer can thoroughly verify any and all information provided there in.
This is an incredible deal.
