29
F
REQUENTLY
A
SKED
Q
UESTIONS
F
REQUENTLY
A
SKED
Q
UESTIONS
H
OW
WILL
IT
FEEL
WHEN
I
AM
BREATHING
WITH
THE
S8 A
UTO
S
ET
S
PIRIT
?
When you first use your
S8 A
UTO
S
ET
S
PIRIT
, you may feel uncomfortable breathing
against the airflow. This is normal. You will continue to breathe normally while you
sleep. Take time to adjust to this new sensation.
W
HAT
DO
I
DO
WHEN
I
WANT
TO
GET
UP
IN
THE
NIGHT
?
If you need to get up during the night, remove your mask and stop therapy. Always
remember to restart therapy and put your mask on when you return to bed.
W
HAT
DO
I
DO
IF
I
FEEL
AIR
LEAKING
OUT
OF
THE
MASK
?
The flow generator delivers the most effective treatment when the mask is well fitted
and comfortable. Treatment can be affected by leaks, so it is important to eliminate
any leaks that may arise. For example, try repositioning the mask and adjusting the
straps.
If you are using a nasal mask, try to keep your mouth closed during treatment. Air leaks
from your mouth can decrease the effectiveness of your treatment. If mouth leaks are
a problem, a full face mask or chin strap may help. Contact your clinician or equipment
supplier for further details.
If you are using a full face mask and you have problems trying to get a comfortable
mask fit, contact your sleep clinic or equipment supplier. You may benefit from a
different size or style of mask.
You can also use the mask-fitting feature to help you fit your mask properly. See “Using
the Mask-Fitting Feature” on page 9
A
NYTHING
SPECIAL
I
SHOULD
DO
BEFORE
PUTTING
THE
MASK
ON
?
Before wearing your mask, wash your face to remove excess facial oils. This will allow
a better fit and prolong the life of the mask cushion.
Do not use moisturiser when wearing a mask.
M
Y
MOUTH
FEELS
DRY
DURING
TREATMENT
—
WHAT
CAN
I
DO
?
You may experience dryness of the nose, mouth and/or throat during the course of
treatment, especially during winter. In many cases, a humidifier may resolve this
discomfort. Contact your clinician for advice.
M
Y
NOSE
IS
IRRITATED
DURING
TREATMENT
—
WHAT
CAN
I
DO
?
You may experience sneezing and/or a runny or blocked nose during the first few
weeks of treatment. In many cases, nasal irritation can be resolved with a humidifier.
Consult your clinician or equipment supplier for advice.
C
AN
I
TRAVEL
WITH
THE
S8 A
UTO
S
ET
S
PIRIT
?
I
NTERNATIONAL
USE
Your
S8 A
UTO
S
ET
S
PIRIT
flow generator has an internal power supply that enables it to
operate in other countries. It will operate on power supplies of 100–240 V and
50/60 Hz. No special adjustment is necessary, but you may need a plug adapter for the
power outlet.
