ResMed Positive Airway Pressure Device S8 Escape II User manual

S8 Escape™ II
POSITIVE AIRWAY PRESSURE DEVICE
User Guide
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S8, S8 Escape, HumidAire 3i, ResScan, ResControl, ResLink and ResTraxx are trademarks of ResMed Ltd and Escape
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S8 Escape™ II
POSITIVE AIRWAY PRESSURE DEVICE
User Guide
English
© 2008 ResMed Ltd. 338518-Eng/1 08 02
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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Contraindications 1
Adverse Effects 1
The S8 Escape II System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Masks 2
Humidifiers 2
ResScan Data Card 2
Using the S8 Escape II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Set Up the S8 Escape II 3
Start Treatment 4
Stop Treatment 4
How to Use the Control Panel 5
How to Change the Settings on your S8 Escape II 6
Using the Data Card to Collect data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Daily 9
Weekly 9
Monthly 9
Replacing the Air Filter 9
Servicing 10
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
General Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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1Introduction
English
Introduction
The S8 Escape II continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) system is indicated
for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in patients > 66lb (30 kg).
The S8 Escape II CPAP system is intended for home and hospital use.
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CAUTION
In the US, Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a
physician.
Contraindications
The S8 Escape 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.
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