ResMed S8 - Manual (Page 17)

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!
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 16).
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.
S TOP T REATMENT
To stop treatment at any time, remove your mask and press the Start/Stop key.
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