ResMed s8 Introduction, Medical Information, Please read this manual carefully before use

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the S8 AUTOSET SPIRITflow generator. The S8 AUTOSET

SPIRIT is a compact, all-in-one package with an inbuilt power supply and the option of integrated data management and humidification.

This user manual contains the information you need for the correct use of your

S8 AUTOSET SPIRIT.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

The owner or user of this system shall have sole responsibility and liability for any injury to persons or damage to property resulting from:

operation which is not in accordance with the operating instructions supplied

maintenance or modifications carried out unless in accordance with authorised instructions and by authorised persons.

Please read this manual carefully before use.

This manual contains special terms and icons that appear in the margins to draw your attention to specific and important information.

Warning alerts you to possible injury.

Caution explains special measures for the safe and effective use of the device.

Note is an informative or helpful note.

MEDICAL INFORMATION

ABOUT THE S8 AUTOSET SPIRIT

The S8 AUTOSET SPIRIT self-adjusting sleep apnoea system is indicated for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) in adult patients. The S8 AUTOSET SPIRIT self- adjusting sleep apnoea system has two treatment modes: AutoSet and fixed-pressure CPAP.

The S8 AUTOSET SPIRIT system is intended for home and hospital use.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

The S8 AUTOSET SPIRIT 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

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ResMed s8 Introduction, Medical Information, Please read this manual carefully before use