ResMed S8 Sleep Apnea Machine User Manual


 
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2 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.
Make sure the area around the flow generator is dry and clean. It should also be
clear of bedding, clothes, and other potential blockages.
3 Alter the ramp time if required (see “How to Change the Ramp Time” on page 17).
4 To start treatment, press the Start/Stop key.
5 Fit your mask as described in the mask user instructions.
!
WARNING
A mask should not be used unless the S8 Escape device is turned on and operating
properly.
6 When ramping begins the LCD will display the word "RAMPING", with the current
pressure indicated as dashes. Each dash is approximately equivalent to 2 cm H
2
O. For
example, 6 dashes represents approximately 12 cm H
2
O pressure.
STOP TREATMENT
To stop treatment at any time, remove your mask and press the Start/Stop key.