Using The Mask-Fitting Feature; Starting Treatment - ResMed Positive AirwAy Pressure Device S8 Elite II User Manual

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Press or
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Press to apply.

Using the Mask-fitting Feature

You can use the S8 Series II mask-fitting feature to help you fit your mask properly. This
feature delivers air pressure for a three-minute period, prior to starting treatment,
during which you can check and adjust your mask fit to minimise leaks.
Note: Make sure that the mask setting on the MASK screen is the same as the mask
you are using.
1
Fit your mask as described in the mask user instructions.
2
With the RAMP or SETTLING screens displayed, hold down
three seconds until air pressure delivery starts.
Your device will ramp to the mask-fit pressure and will remain at this pressure
for three minutes.
The following displays on the LCD screen indicating that the mask-fitting feature
is operating, where: ***** is an excellent fit;****- is a very good fit; ***-- is a
good fit; while **---, *---- and ----- each require you to adjust your mask.
MASK FIT:
excelnt
3
Adjust your mask, mask cushion and headgear until you have a secure and
comfortable fit.
After three minutes, the pressure reverts to the set pressure and treatment will
begin. If you do not wish to wait three minutes, hold down
three seconds to start treatment immediately.
If you press
mode (the RAMP or SETTLING screen).

Starting Treatment

1
Make sure the power is on.
The product name is displayed briefly on the screen, then the standby screen
displays RAMP (or SETTLING). The key and LCD backlights also turn on.
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.
3
Alter the ramp or settling time if required.
until you see the setting that you require.
*****
for less than three seconds, the unit will return to standby
for at least
for at least
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