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MEDICAL INFORMATION
•Do not open the S8 ELITE 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 anesthetics.
CAUTIONS
•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 airflow for breathing produced by this device can be as much as 6°C higher
than the temperature of the room. Caution should be exercised if the room
temperature is warmer than 32°C.
•When AC mains power (100–240V AC) is not available, always use a ResMed
DC-12 converter. (The DC-12 converter is available as an optional accessory.)
•If supplied, the RESSCAN™ Data Card module is designed for use with specific
ResMed devices.
•Only use the RESSCAN 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.
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 S8 device:
•drying of the nose, mouth or throat
•nosebleed
•bloating
•ear or sinus discomfort
•eye irritation
•skin rashes
•chest discomfort.