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ResMed Positive AirwAy Pressure Device S8 Series II manual

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    S8 S eries II S8 A utoS et Spirit™ II S8 Au t o Sc o r e ™ I I POSITIVE AIRWA Y PRESSURE D EVICES User Guide English ResMed Ltd (Manufacturer) 1 Elizabeth Macarthur Drive Bella Vista NSW 2153 Australia ResMed Corp (US Designated Agent) 14040 Danielson Street Poway CA 92064-6857 USA ResMed (UK) Ltd (EU Authorized Representative) 96 Milton Park A[...]

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    Cont ents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Contraindications 1 A dv erse Ef f ects 1 P arts of the S8 Series II system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Masks 2 Humidifiers 2 R esScan Data Card 2 Using the S8 S eries II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    1 Introduction Introduction S8 AutoSet Spirit II The S8 AutoSet Spirit II self-adjusting sleep apnea syste m is indicated for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) in adult patients. The S8 A utoSet Spirit II self- adjusting sleep apno ea system has two treatment modes: Auto Set and fixed-pressure CPAP. The S8 AutoSet Spirit II system is [...]

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    2 Parts of the S8 Series II system Your S8 Series II device comprises: • S8 Series II de vice • P o w er cord • Carr y bag • 2 m air t ubing . Optional components includ e: • Integrated humidifi er • F ront cap • 3 m air t ubing • DC-1 2 conv erter • Re sMed T ubing W rap. Masks A list of masks (and their settings) compat ible wit[...]

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    3 Using the S8 Series II Using the S8 Series II Setting Up 1 Connect the power cord to the socket at the rear of the S8 Series II device. 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into the power outlet. 3 Connect one en d of the air tub ing firmly onto the ai r outlet. 4 Connect the assembled mask system to the free end of air tubing. For information [...]

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    4 How to Use the Control Panel The control p anel of the S8 Series II include s an LCD screen which displays the menus and treatment screens as well as a ke ypad for navigating through the menus and delivering treatment. The S8 Series II keypad has the following keys: The keypad and LCD are equippe d with backlights that come on when the device is [...]

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    5 Using the S8 Series II 4 Press or until you see the setting that you require. 5 Press to ap ply. Using the Mask -fitting Feature You can use the S8 Series II mask-fitting featur e to help you fit your mask properly. This feature delivers air pressure fo r a three-mi nute period, prior to starting treatment, during which you can check and adjust y[...]

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    6 4 To start treatment, press . 5 Fit your mask as described in the mask user instructions. ! WARNING A mask shou ld not be used u nless the S8 Series II devi ce is powered and operating prope rly. Stopping Treatment To stop treatment at any time, re move your mask and pr ess . If your clinician has enabled SmartStart, si mply remove your mask and [...]

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    7 Changing the Settings on your S8 II Device The Detailed Menu Your clinician may have enabled a detailed menu on your S8 Series II device. The figure below shows the detailed menu in each mode. T o enter th e detailed menu from the sta ndby (RAMP or SETTLING) screen, press . Note: The AutoSet menu is avai lable on the S8 AutoSet Spi rit II only . [...]

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    8 Messages on the S8 Series II LCD Your clinician may have set your S8 Series II device to remind you about important events, such as when to replace your mask , when to insert your Data Card (if your device is Data Card enabled) and so on. The reminder message is displayed on the LCD and is visible if the device is not delivering therapy. The back[...]

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    9 Cleaning and Maintenance 3 Remove the Data Card by gripping the end of the Data Card an d pulling it out. 4 Store the Data Card in its protective folder wh en not in use. 5 Return the card in its protective folder to your clinician using a postal envelope. Updating Settings on your S8 device If your clinician has provided a Data Card with new dev[...]

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    10 ! WARNING Beware of electric shock. Do not immerse the device or power cord in water. Always unplug the de vice before cleaning and ma ke sure it is dry before reconnecting. ! CAUTION • Do not hang the air tubing in direct sunlight as it may harden over time and eventually crac k. • Do not use bleac h, c hlorine, alcohol, or aromati c-based [...]

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    11 Frequently Asked Questions ! CAUTION • Do not at tempt to open the S8 Se ries II case. There are no user serviceable par ts inside. • Inspection and re pair should only be performe d by an authorised ag ent. Under no circumstances sh ould you attempt to serv ice or repair the S8 Se ries II yourself . Frequently Asked Questions How will it fe[...]

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    12 Please consult the medical services dep artment of your carrier if you intend to use your S8 Series II on an aircraft. The S8 Seri es II complies with US FCC Part 15, Class B requirements. Note: Do not use your S8 Series II while the aircraft is ta king off or landing. Can I use my S 8 Series II if main s (AC) power is not ava ilable? A DC-12 co[...]

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    13 T roubleshooting Excessiv e le ak. Adjust posi tion of mask and headgear . Replace caps if missi ng from ports on mask. Air t ubing may not be c onnected properly . Connect firmly at both ends. Air t ubing may be kinked or punct ured. Straighten or replace. Displays er ror messag e: SYSTEM ERRxxxx Call Service! or Exxxx (wher e xxxx defines an e[...]

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    14 Technical Specifications . The manufacturer reserves the right to ch ange the se specification s without notice. The follo wing message is display e d on th e LCD af ter y ou tr y t o update set tings or copy data t o the Data Card : Settings Invalid Remove Card The identification details on the Data Card do not m atc h the identifica tion detai[...]

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    15 General W arnings and Cautions Symbols which appear on the device At tention, consult accompany ing documents; Follow instructions fo r use; Drip proof; T ype CF equipment; Dangerous voltage; Class II equipment; Start/S top; Manufacturer; Environmental infor mation WEEE 20 02/96/EC is a European Directive that requires the proper disposal of ele[...]

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    16 • If o xy gen is used with this de vi ce, the o xygen flow must be t urned of f when the device is not operating . If the o xy gen has been lef t on, turn of f the device, then w ait 30 minutes before t urning on the device again. Explanation: When the P AP device is not in operation and the o xygen flo w is lef t on, oxy gen deliv ered into t[...]

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    17 Limited W arranty Limited Warranty ResMed warrants that your ResMed product shall be free from defe cts in material and workmanship for the period sp ecified below from the date of purchas e by the initi al consume r. This warranty is not transferable. Not e : Some models are not avai lable in all regions. If the product fails under conditions o[...]

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