ResMed ELITE S8 User manual

S8 Series II
S8 AutoSet™ II
S8 Elite™ II
POSITIVE AIRWAY PRESSURE DEVICES
User Guide
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S8 Series II
S8 AutoSet™ II
S8 Elite™ II
POSITIVE AIRWAY PRESSURE DEVICES
User Guide
English Rx Only
©2008 ResMed Ltd. 338523-Eng/1 08 01

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Contents
Indications for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
S8 AutoSet II 1
S8 Elite II 1
Contraindications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Adverse Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Parts of the S8 Series II system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Masks 2
Humidifiers 2
Setting up the S8 Series II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Connecting the Device 3
Selecting the Mask Type 3
Using the Mask-fitting Feature 3
Starting Treatment 4
Stopping Treatment 5
Changing the Settings on your S8 II Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
The Standard Menu 5
The Detailed Menu 7
Messages on the S8 Series II LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using the Data Card to Collect Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Copy Data onto the Data Card 9
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Daily 10
Weekly 10
Monthly 11
Replacing the Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Technical Specifications 15
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

1Indications for Use
English
Indications for Use
S8 AutoSet II
The S8 AutoSet II self-adjusting sleep apnea system is indicated for the treatment of
obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in adult patients. The S8 AutoSet II self-adjusting sleep
apnea system has two treatment modes: AutoSet and fixed-pressure CPAP.
The S8 AutoSet II system is intended for home and hospital use.
S8 Elite II
The S8 Elite II continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) system is indicated for the
treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in adult patients.
The S8 Elite II CPAP system is intended for home and hospital use.
Contraindications
Your S8 Series II is not a life-support device and may stop operating during power
failure or certain fault conditions. It should not be used by patients who are dependent
on continuous therapy.
Positive airway pressure therapy may be contraindicated in some patients with the
following pre-existing conditions:
•severe bullous lung disease
•pneumothorax
•pathologically low blood pressure
•dehydration
•cerebrospinal fluid leak, recent cranial surgery, or trauma.
Adverse Effects
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 CPAP device:
•drying of the nose, mouth, or throat
•nosebleed
•bloating
•ear or sinus discomfort
•eye irritation
•skin rashes.
Parts of the S8 Series II system
Your S8 Series II device comprises:
•S8 Series II device
•Power cord
•Carry bag
•2 m air tubing.

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Accessories available:
•Integrated humidifier
•Front cap
•3 m air tubing
•DC-12 converter
•ResMed Tubing Wrap.
Masks
A list of masks (and their settings) compatible with these devices can be found on
www.resmed.com, on the Products page under Service and Support.
Humidifiers
A list of humidifiers compatible with ResMed devices can be found on
www.resmed.com, on the Products page under Service and Support.
Setting up the S8 Series II
!
WARNING
•Make sure the power cord and plug are in good condition and the
equipment is not damaged.
•Only ResMed air tubing should be used with the device. A different type of
air tubing may alter the pressure you actually receive and reduce the
effectiveness of your treatment.
•Blocking the hose and/or air inlet of the device while in operation could lead
to overheating of the device.
!
CAUTION
•Be careful to place the device where it cannot be bumped, and where no one
will trip over the power cord.
•If you put the device on the floor, make sure the area is free from dust and
clear of bedding, clothes or other objects that could block the air inlet.
•Make sure the area around the device is dry and clean.
Carry handle
Screen
Keypad
Air outlet DC
AC
Data Card
slot

3Setting up the S8 Series II
English
Connecting the Device
Selecting the Mask Type
To ensure your device functions as intended with your selected mask, you need to
select the mask type that you are using.
1With the RAMP or SETTLING screen displayed, press . (In CPAP mode, the
standby screen displays RAMP. In AutoSet mode (S8 AutoSet II only) the
standby screen displays SETTLING.)
2Press until MASK is displayed.
3Press to change the setting.
4Press or until you see the setting that you require.
5Press to apply.
Using the Mask-fitting Feature
You can use the S8 Series II mask-fitting feature to help you fit your mask properly. This
feature delivers air pressure for a three-minute period, prior to starting treatment,
during which you can check and adjust your mask fit to minimize leaks.
Note: Make sure that the mask setting on the MASK screen is the same as the mask you
are using.
1Fit your mask as described in the mask user instructions.
2With the RAMP or SETTLING screens displayed, hold down for at least
three seconds until air pressure delivery starts.
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LCD and Keypad

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Your device will ramp to the mask-fit pressure and will remain at this pressure
for three minutes.
The following displays on the LCD screen indicating that the mask-fitting feature
is operating, where: ***** is an excellent fit;****- is a very good fit; ***-- is a
good fit; while **---, *---- and ----- each require you to adjust your mask.
3Adjust your mask, mask cushion and headgear until you have a secure and
comfortable fit.
After three minutes, the pressure reverts to the set pressure and treatment will
begin. If you do not wish to wait three minutes, hold down for at least
three seconds to start treatment immediately.
If you press for less than three seconds, the unit will return to standby
mode (the RAMP or SETTLING screen).
Starting Treatment
1Make sure the power is on. The product name is displayed briefly on the screen,
then the standby screen displays RAMP (or SETTLING). Press or to
increase or decrease the ramping (or settling) period.
2Fit mask, lie down and arrange the air tubing so that it is free to move if you turn
in your sleep.
!
CAUTION
Do not leave long lengths of air tubing around the top of your bed. They could
twist around your head or neck while you are sleeping.
3To start treatment, press .
If your clinician has set up the device to start delivering therapy automatically
using SmartStart™, your device will start when you breathe into your mask.
4Fit your mask as described in the mask user instructions.
!
WARNING
A mask should not be used unless the S8 Series II device is powered and
operating properly.
When treatment begins, if ramp is set, the pressure increases from a low
pressure to the prescribed treatment pressure over the set period. Ramping is
designed to help you adjust to an increase in pressure gradually, and enhance
your comfort.
MASK FIT: *****
excelnt

5Changing the Settings on your S8 II Device
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Stopping Treatment
To stop treatment at any time, remove your mask and press .
If your clinician has enabled SmartStart, simply remove your mask and treatment will
end.
Changing the Settings on your S8 II Device
You can change settings (such as Ramp Time, EPR Level) on the S8 II by using the
keypad and LCD. When the device is in standby mode you can display a series of
screens (a menu) on the LCD screen in order to view and change the settings for a
particular function.
The Standard Menu
Your clinician will have enabled the menu on your S8 Series II device. The picture
shows the standard menu in each mode.
Note: The AutoSet menu is available on the S8 AutoSet II only.
Toenter the standard menu from the standby (RAMP or SETTLING) screen, press
.
S8 CLASSICRAMP: 10min
menu
S8 CLASSIC
WELCOME
>>>>>>
S8 CLASSICSETTLING: 10min
menu
S8 CLASSIC
WELCOME
>>>>>>
EPR LEVEL: 1
change exit
CPAP AUTOSET
MASK: ULTRA
change exit
exit
SW: SX4800100
USED HRS: 08000
exit
USAGE: 1000/1068
exit
MASK: ULTRA
change exit
exit
SW: SX4800100
USED HRS: 08000
exit
USAGE: 1000/1068
exit
EPR LEVEL: 1
change exit
* Only displayed if access set by clinician.
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You can use this menu to change the:
•Expiratory Pressure Relief (EPR) settings
Your clinician may have set up your device to deliver EPR. This can be used to help
ease any discomfort you may experience when breathing out during treatment.
There are four settings: OFF (no EPR); 1 (lowest EPR); 2; and 3 (highest EPR).
The EPR LEVEL screen only appears if your clinician has enabled access to the EPR
settings.
To change the EPR level, select . Press or until you see the
setting that you require.
•Mask type – see page 3.
You can also view the total number of hours of treatment (USED HRS); the number of
sessions that the S8 Series II device was used in a usage period (USAGE); and the
current software version (SW).