3
M
EDICAL
I
NFORMATION
will vary, depending on where the oxygen is introduced, the pressure settings, patient
breathing pattern, mask selection, and leak rate.
•
Do not use the
S8 A
UTO
S
ET
S
PIRIT
if there are obvious external defects or
unexplained changes in performance.
•
Do not open the
S8 A
UTO
S
ET
S
PIRIT
case. There are no user serviceable parts
inside. Repairs and internal servicing should only be performed by an authorised
service agent.
•
Explosion hazard—do not use in the vicinity of flammable anaesthetics.
C
AUTIONS
•
At low pressures, the flow through the exhalation ports of your mask may not
clear all exhaled gas from the tubing. Some rebreathing may occur.
•
The air flow for breathing produced by this device can be as much as 11
o
F (6
o
C)
higher than the temperature of the room. Caution should be exercised if the room
temperature is warmer than 90
o
F (32
o
C).
•
When AC mains power (100/240 V AC) is not available, always use a ResMed
DC-12 converter. (The DC-12 converter is available as an optional accessory.)
•
If supplied, the
R
ES
S
CAN
™
Data Card module is designed for use with specific
ResMed devices.
•
Only use the
R
ES
S
CAN
Data Card module (if supplied) as specified in this manual.
Note:
The above are general warnings and cautions. Specific warnings, cautions, and
notes appear with the relevant instructions in the manual.
A
DVERSE
E
FFECTS
Patients should report unusual chest pain, severe headache or increased breathlessness
to their prescribing physician. An acute upper respiratory tract infection may require
temporary discontinuation of treatment.
The following side effects may arise during the course of therapy with the S8 device:
•
drying of the nose, mouth or throat
•
nosebleed
•
bloating
•
ear or sinus discomfort
•
eye irritation
•
skin rashes
•
chest discomfort.
