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ResMed S8 Auto 25 manual

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    S8™ A uto 25 Positive Airw A y Pressure device User Guide English[...]

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    English S8™ A uto 25 POSITIVE AI RWA Y PRES SURE DEVICE 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 Authorised Representative) 96 Milton Park Abingdon Oxfordshire OX14 4RY UK ResMed Offic[...]

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    Cont ents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Contraindications 1 Adv erse Ef f ects 1 The S8 Auto 25 S ystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Masks 2 Humidifier 2 ResScan Data Card 2 Using the S8 Auto 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    1 Introduction English Introduction The S8 TM Auto 25 self adjusting sl eep apnoea system is indicated for the treatment of obstructive sleep apn oea (OSA) in pati ents > 30 kg. T he S8 Auto 25 is inte nded for home and hospital use. Contraindications The S8 Auto 25 is not a life support device and may stop operating during power failure or cert[...]

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    2 Masks The following ResMed mask systems are recommended fo r use with this device: For information on using masks, see your mask manual. For the latest avai lable masks, see www.resmed.com. Humidifier If you are experie ncing dryness of the nose, throat or mouth, the H4i heated humidifier is recommend ed for use with the S8 Auto 25. ! WARNING •[...]

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    3 Using the S8 Auto 25 English Using the S8 Auto 25 Setting up your S8 1 Connect the power cord to the socket at the rear of your S8 Auto 25. 2 Plug the other end of the power co rd into the power outlet. 3 Connect one end of the air tubin g firmly onto the air outlet. 4 Connect the assembled mask system to the free end of air tubi ng. For informat[...]

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    4 Attaching a H4i Humidifier The H4i humidifier attaches to the front of the S8 Au to 25 device to prov ide heate d humidification. This device automaticall y detects the pr esence of the H4i and no othe r accessories are required fo r its use. For more information on using your H4i, plea se refer to the H4i user guide. ! WARNING • Make sure that[...]

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    5 Using the S8 Auto 25 English Using the Menus The S8 Auto 25 provides a set of functions whi ch are arranged in menus and submenus. Via the LCD screen , the menus and submenus allow you to view and change the settings for a particular function. To navigate an d make selections: 1 Press or to scroll through items within a level. 2 Press to enter a [...]

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    6 How to Select the Mask Type Scroll to MASK and select . Press or until you see the setting you require. The following table shows the setti ng that should be selected for each mask: How to change the EPR level (CPAP mode) Expiratory Pressure Relief (EPR) can be used to help ease any discomfort you may experience when breathing out duri ng treatme[...]

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    7 Using the S8 Auto 25 English Starting Treatment 1 Make sure the power is on. The product name is displayed briefly on the LCD screen , then the standby (Ramp) screen appears. The key and LCD backl ights also turn on. 2 Fit your mask as d escribed in the mask user instructions. ! WARNING A mask should not be used unl ess your S8 Auto 25 is turned [...]

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    8 The LCD displays a mask-fit star rating from zero to five stars. Three to five stars indicates a good fit or better. Zero to two stars indicates that the mask needs to be adjusted. Reminders on the S8 LCD Your clinician may have set y our S8 Auto 2 5 to remind you about i mportant events, such as when to rep lace your mask, when to i nsert your D[...]

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    9 Using the S8 Auto 25 English Using the Data Card If your clinician need s to review your treatment, they will a sk you to use the Data Card to copy data from your S8 device and return the card to them. Copying Data onto a Data Card 1 Switch on your S8 and wait until you see the standby (Ramp) screen. 2 Hold the Data Card with the a rrow facing up[...]

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    10 Traveling with the S8 Auto 25 International Use Your S8 flow generator has an internal power adapter that ena bles it to operate in other countries. It will operate on power supplies of 100–240V and 50–60Hz. No special adjustment i s necessary, but you wil l require an approved power co rd for that country. Use on an Aircraft Please consult [...]

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    11 Cleaning and Maintenance English Cleaning and Maintenance You should regularly carry out the cleaning and main tenance described in this section. Refer to your mask and humidifier manuals fo r detailed instru ctions regarding the care of those devices. Daily Disconnect the air tubing and hang it in a clean, dry pla ce until next use. Weekly 1 Re[...]

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    12 ! WARNING • Do not wash the air filt er . The air filter is not washable or reusab le. • The air filter cover protec ts the devi ce in the even t of accidental liquid spillage onto the devic e. Ensure the air filter and air filt er cover are fit ted at all times. Servicing This product should be inspected by an authorised ResMed service cent[...]

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    13 T roubleshooting English Troubleshooting If there is a p roblem, try the fol lowing suggestions. If the problem cannot be solved , contact your equipment supplier or Re sMed. Do not attempt to open the device. No display Insufficient air delivered fr om the S8 device Device doe s not star t when y ou br eathe into th e mask Device does not stop [...]

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    14 Displays er ror message: Exxxx Call Service (wher e xxxx defines an err or) Displays er ror message: HIGH LEAK!!! Adjust Mask The follow ing message is display ed on the LCD aft er you try to update set tings or copy data to the D ata Card : Card Error Remove Card The follow ing message is display ed on the LCD after y ou try to update the setti[...]

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    15 T echnical Specifications English Technical Specifications Notes: • The manu fact urer rese r ves the right to c hange t hese speci fications without notice . • Pressure may be displayed in cm H 2 0 or hP a. Operating pressure range 4 to 25 cm H 2 O Maximum single fault steady state pressure 40 cm H 2 O Pressure measurement tolerance ±0.5 c[...]

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    16 Symbols Which Appear On The Device Caution; Follow instructions for use; Drip proof; Type CF equipment; Dangerous voltage; Class II equipment; Start/Stop and mask-fit; Manufactu rer; Environmenta l information WEEE 2002/96/E C is a European Di rective that requires th e proper dispo sal of electri cal and electro nic equipment. T his device shou[...]

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    17 General W arnings and Cautions English Note: At a fixed rate of supplement al oxy gen flow , the inhaled oxygen concentration varies, depending on the pressure settings, patient breathing pat tern, mask, point o f application and leak rate. • Do not use the S8 Auto 25 if there are obvious external def ects or unexplained c hanges in performanc[...]

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    18 Guidance and Manufactur er’ s Declaration—Electromagnetic Emissi ons and Immunity Guidance and manufactur er’ s declaration—electr omagnetic emissions The S8 A uto 25 de vice is inten ded for use in the electr omagnetic en vironment specif ied below . The cus tomer or the user of the S8 device should assure that the device is used in suc[...]

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    19 General W arnings and Cautions English Guidance and manufactur er ’ s declaration—electromagnetic immunity The S8 de vice is intend ed for use in the electroma gnetic envi ronment speci fied belo w . The customer or the user of th e S8 device should assure th at the device is used in such an environment. Immunity test IE C 6 0 6 01- 1- 2 t e[...]

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    20 Limited Warranty ResMed warrants that your ResMed product shall be free fro m defects in material and workmanship for the period specified bel ow from the date of pu rchase by the initial co nsumer. Th is wa rranty is not transferable. Note: Some models are not av ailable in all regions. If the product fails under conditions of norm al use, ResM[...]