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S8 Elite™ CPAP Machine Overview
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The S8 Elite is the premium continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) model in ResMed's S8 series. Featuring optional fully integrated humidification and remote data downloading capabilities, the Elite is a compact, all-in-one system, ideal for travel or the home.ResMed has discontinued this product in the US. Limited supplies available. Machine has standard 2 year manufacturer warranty.
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- The ResMed S8 Elite Includes the new EPR (Expiratory Pressure Relief) mode which drops the pressure upon exhalation so that breathing feels more 'natural'.
- Choice of fixed CPAP or EPR mode for maximum comfort with control. Adjustable EPR settings. Pressure Ramp is available in CPAP mode providing for a slow and comfortable increase to your pressure setting.
- The S8 Elite offers superior features and greater comfort than standard CPAP machines, which often leads to better compliance.
- Fully customizable reminders for accessory replacements (mask, filters, etc.) and provider callbacks adding to the overall convenience of the S8 Elite machine.
- Comprehensive efficacy and usage data helps you monitor critical trends, with breath by breath compliance.
- Remote downloading capabilities with ResScan Data Card simplifies follow-up and allows for complete tracking and easy monitoring of patient therapy and compliance.
- Compact and robust, the design of the S8 Elite is portable and user-friendly, including Auto Altitude Adjustment to make sure the correct pressure is delivered when you travel.
- Inbuilt power supply and auto mains switching or DC input is ideal for travel.
- Ramp and settling options enhance comfort and help improve compliance.
Word of Caution to RESmed S8 and S8 II Machine Users
YOU MUST USE the DC-12 Converter For S8 Machines when drawing power directly from a DC battery source (no inverter and no humidifier). Failure to do so can result in damage to your CPAP. ResMed S8 machines with a Humidaire heated humidifier (h3i and H4i) require a pure AC power source in order for the humidifier to work properly. The machine disables the humidifier when connected through DC Power. The machine and humidifier will both work properly only when connected to pure A/C power. You will need the DC to AC Pure Sine Wave Power Inverter to operate both.
Sound Level: 31-dB
Machine Dimensions: 4.4 in L x 6.5 in W x 5.7 in H
Machine Weight: 2.9
Machine Warranty: 2 Years
Default Machine Settings: 4-20cm H20
Humidification Available: Yes
Humidification Type: Integrated
Exhalation Relief: Yes
Ramp Mode: Yes
DC Capable: Yes
Battery Option: Yes
Auto Altitude Adjustment: Yes
Auto Start: Yes
Auto Stop: Yes
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Manufacturer Note
- Some product images supplied by ResMed © ResMed 2010 Used with Permission.
- All services provided by CPAP.com, including advertisement, ordering, sale, delivery, instruction, and setup of the products are performed solely by CPAP.com and independently of the manufacturer.
- A valid prescription is required for the purchase of this product.
User Manual:
The user manual included with this machine can be viewed and downloaded here: S8 Elite User Guide.
CPAP machines come with a six foot hose and a travel bag. Masks are not included and must be purchased separately. We will be happy to help you with sizing and offer suggestions on current popular masks.Word of Caution to RESmed S8 and S8 II Machine Users
YOU MUST USE THE DC12 Converter for S8 Machines in conjunction with any battery source, when using an S8 or S8 II machine. Failure to do so can result in damage to your CPAP.
DC to AC Pure Sine Wave Power Inverter for Resmed S8 Machines
ResMed S8 machines are required to use a pure sine wave AC power source when connecting through an inverter; particularly, the ResMed S8 Compact is not DC compatible and must plug into a wall socket. The DC to AC Pure Sine Wave Power Inverter provides clean AC power to any CPAP. You will need this product to operate the S8 Compact or any other S8 machine using the standard AC plug.
Cool Down Feature
All S8 and S8 II CPAP Machines utilize a "Cool Down" feature that runs the CPAP Motor up to 1 hour after turning the machine off. The motor helps to cool off the humidifier plate. You may hear a "faint blowing sound" when you turn the machine off. However, you can unplug the power cord and allow the heater plate to cool without airflow.
SmartStart
SmartStart enables your device to start automatically by breathing into the mask. Leak alert indicates when a high mask leak is present. If you have enabled Leak Alert, the SmartStart feature automatically becomes disabled. You cannot have both features enabled.
Leak Alert
Leak alert indicates when a mask is leaking as a result from a poor seal, open mouth or the complete removal of a mask. The alert is audible as well as visible on the machine's LCD display. This is one of the loudest and audible alerts on the market!
Manufacturer Warranty
This machine comes with a 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty. CPAP.com will work with the manufacturer on your behalf if the machine needs repairs. Please follow these steps:
- Contact us at cpap@cpap.com or 1-800-356-5221 to receive an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) Number before returning the equipment
- Include a note with the machine describing the issue you are experiencing, along with your full contact information to include a return shipping address and the RMA number provided to you
- Ship only the defective items to CPAP.com at 13235 N Promenade Blvd Stafford, TX 77477
- Do not return accessory items such as the carry bag, hose or power cords
- Email updates will be sent to keep you informed as the machine moves through the warranty process
- CPAP.com will contact the manufacturer on your behalf and handle all shipping between us and the manufacturer
- The repaired or replaced unit will be returned to you. Shipping charges may apply.
Please note: The manufacturer warranty is voided by water damage or misuse of the machine.
Universal Power
The S8 Series CPAP machines operate automatically between 110v and 240v AC. When traveling either inside or outside the USA, there are no switches to switch or fuses to change. The machine will automatically sense what voltage is needed and set itself to run on that power.
The user will need to adapt the plug that goes into the wall to fit the style of outlet socket that is being used. This is simply done with a Power Adapter Plug kit. This is the same type of plug adapter that would be used with a hair dryer or an electric shaver. World Traveler Power Adapter Plugs.
Battery Power for S8 Elite
- Machine Alone (Without Humidifier): The following are the options for using the S8 Elite™ from a DC power source such as a battery.
- DC Converter for S8 Machines. This DC-12 Converter connects the S8 Elite™ directly to a cigarette-style DC outlet.
- C-100 Travel Battery Pack for CPAP Machines. The C-100 Battery Pack is a lightweight and economical battery option. Purchase the C-100 Battery Pack and the DC Converter for S8 Machines to operate an S8 machine.
- Respironics Battery Kit with DC to AC Pure Sine Wave Power Inverter Second Gen. This battery kit is a combination of the Respironics Battery Pack (No DC Cable) and the DC Converter needed for the S8 Elite™.
- Although direct DC connection using the DC-12 Converter would provide much longer run time, if an inverter is used with the S8 Elite™ it must be an inverter of at least 150W.
- Machine with Humidifier: When connected to a humidifier, this machine requires pure sine wave power. The following are options available to provide this.
- DC to AC Pure Sine Wave Power Inverter Second Gen: This inverter will convert DC power to the pure sine wave power needed to power both the S8 Elite™ and humidifier.
- Respironics Battery Kit with DC to AC Pure Sine Wave Power Inverter Second Gen: This battery kit is a combination of the Respironics Battery Pack (No DC Cable) and the pure sine wave inverter needed for the S8 Elite™ with humidifier.
DC12 Converter for S8 Machines
ResMed S8 Series CPAP machines come equipped with a DC plug on the back of the unit. This allows the user to connect the CPAP to an external DC battery source. This cord is ideal for travel by recreational vehicle, boat, or any external DC batter that is equipped with a cigarette lighter plug.
CPAP.com Battery Kit for S8 Machines
The 2.5 lb CPAP.com Battery Pack is surprisingly small and lightweight. The lithium ion battery can be recharged at any discharge level without losing charge time due to battery memory loss. This battery has been approved by the United Nations and Department of Transportation as tested safe for travel. This battery kit comes with the CPAP.com battery and the DC12 Converter for S8 Machines, the cable needed to power most ResMed S8 CPAP machines.
Respironics Battery Kit for S8 Machines.
This portable battery pack is an external lead acid battery that is the ultimate in power, portability and convenience. This battery kit comes with the Respironics battery and the DC12 Converter for S8 Machines, the cable needed to power most ResMed S8 CPAP machines.
Any mask will work with any machine, with one important exception. The ResMed AirMini is only compatible with certain ResMed CPAP masks. Compatible masks for the AirMini are as follows:
- ResMed AirFit™ N20 Nasal Mask
- ResMed AirFit™ F20 Full Face
- ResMed AirTouch™ F20 Full Face
- ResMed AirFit™ P10 Nasal Pillow
When considering another CPAP, APAP or BiPAP machine from ResMed or any other manufacturer, mask compatibility extends to all brands. The AirMini uses non-standard tubing to connect the machine to the mask, and is the primary reason why other masks won't work with the AirMini. Despite this issue, many of our customers consider the AirMini to be an excellent machine.
- Calling a CPAP Expert Toll Free. 800.356.5221.
- Comparison Charts. These charts compare available machines, feature by feature. If you don't know the meaning of a feature, click on the question mark for a definition. Click on the image or name of the product for more detailed product information, pictures and resources.
Travel CPAP Comparison Chart
APAP Comparison Chart
BiPAP Comparison Chart
- Browse Our Machine Product Categories. These categories show each machine our company offers, ranked by popularity. Popularity is determined by a mix of sales data and our in house opinion of the quality of the machine based on our experience and customer feedback. The best products float to the top of our categories.
CPAP Machine Category
APAP (Auto Adjusting) Machine Category
BiPAP (Two Pressure) Machine Category
- CPAP Machine Comparison Guide. This guide stacks up every CPAP machine we sell, feature by feature. If you don't know the meaning of a feature, click the question mark for a definition. The links below will take you to the most popular CPAPs, or all CPAP machines we sell.
Compare Most Popular CPAP Machines
Compare All CPAP Machines
- Auto Adjusting Machine (APAP) Comparison Guide. This guide stacks up every APAP machine we sell, feature by feature. If you don't know the meaning of a feature, click the question mark for a definition. The links below will take you to the most popular APAPs, or all APAP machines we sell.
Compare Most Popular APAP Machines
Compare All APAP Machines
- BiPAP, VPAP and BiLevel Comparison Guide. This guide stacks up every BiPAP machine we sell, feature by feature. If you don't know the meaning of a feature, click the question mark for a definition. The links below will take you to the most popular BiPAPs, or all BiPAP machines we sell.
Compare Most Popular BiPAP Machines
Compare All BiPAP Machines
To see the list of what specifically comes with each machine, you can Browse for a machine. Then on the product page, click the "Specs" tab to see a full list of what comes with the machine.
Cleaning and changing filters is the only maintenance required for a CPAP machine.
The filters are located at the back of the machine at the air intake.
Yes. Federal law requires we have a valid prescription on file before we ship your mask, machine, humidifier, or EPAP therapy, including Provent and Bongo RX. You will also need a prescription to purchase the Nightbalance POSA device.
We provide many easy ways to get your prescription:
- We can request your prescription for you! When you checkout, just let us know you would like us to request your prescription, or you can log into your account to have us request your prescription.
- Fax your prescription to our toll-free fax number: 866.353.2727, or our international fax number: 713.541.7377
- Email your prescription to cpap@cpap.com
- Upload your prescription in your account, under the Prescriptions Section
- Ask your doctor to fill out our prescription form. We have both a standard prescription form and an EPAP prescription form.
For more information on prescriptions, please see our Prescription Section of the Learning Center.
The following are the different types of exhalation relief names by manufacturer.
- Philips Respironics = C-Flex, C-Flex+, A-Flex and Bi-Flex
- Resmed = EPR (Expiratory Pressure Relief)
- 3B Medical = RESlex
- Apex Medical = PVA (Pressure Variation Algorithm) Pressure Relief
- Curative Medical = EUT (Expiratory Unloading Technology)
- DeVilbiss = SmartFlex
- Fisher & Paykel = SensAwake Technology
- Human Design Medical = Z-Breathe
- Somnetics = EZEX
Here are some machines with an exhalation relief feature:
Transcend Auto miniCPAP™ Machine with EZEX
PR System One REMStar 60 Series Auto with Bluetooth
AirSense™ 10 AutoSet CPAP Machine with HumidAir™ Heated Humidifier
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Here are some other suggested actions to care for your machine:
- Keep the area around your machine clean by removing any dust from the area to improve the air quality delivered to your machine and to you.
- Keep the air intake of the machine unblocked. Curtains, bedding, and papers can easily block the air intake of your machine, reducing the airflow.
- If a humidifier is used with your therapy, do not pick up the machine with the humidifier attached. With most machines it is easy to spill water from the humidifier chamber into the machine causing damage. Manufacturer warranties are voided by water damage to the machine. To avoid this, remove the chamber from the humidifier and then remove the humidifier from the machine rather than transporting them together.
- If a humidifier is used, empty the water from the chamber every morning. Accidents happen. If a family pet or family member moves the machine and humidifier with water in the chamber it is more likely that water could be spilled into your machine. Water damage to a machine voids the manufacturer warranty.
I have been using my S8 Elite daily for a couple of years. It is compact for easy travel. It's a great CPAP! I highly recommend it to anyone interested in purchasing a CPAP.
An excellent CPAP machine. Lots of features and easy to bring when travelling. A smaller bag for the machine within a bigger bag that have room for the mask and everything else is a great idea.
Have used machine for 3 weeks on trip. Easy to setup, and everything runs as expected. With the humidifier, machine is great and challenges my Respironics. Shipping and ordering worked great. Thanks CPAP!
I had an S7 that finally gave out, so I ordered the S8 Elite. I am quite satisfied with it. The unit is smaller and quieter than my old S7. Also, the smaller size makes it a lot easier to travel with.
Quick delivery. No problems.
Great product. Operates as advertised.
The product seems to work well,however there is no power on/off switch and the unit is fairly louder than the previous S7 lightwieght. I was surpprised to find that the unit continues to run lightly for up to an additional hour to cool after turning off the air flow. I do like that is much smaller than the S7 Lightweight unit.
I purchased this unit as a travel unit/backup to my Respironics RemStar Plus which I love but is pretty old and large. It's like lugging a cinder block around in my suitcase. So my doc recommended the S8 Elite. At first, I was quite alarmed by its loud sound. When I have the mask on, the pitch of the motor changes when I inhale vs. exhale. Compared to my RemStar Plus, it sounded like a jet turbine and the varying pitch really disturbed me. Then I realized that I couldn't return it to CPAP.COM (I probably should've read their return policy) so I decided to try to make it work. I slept with it and either the sound dissipated that first night or I got used to it. Either way, I'm OK with keeping the unit now and it's not so bad. The size is good, but one down side is that the humidifier is completely enclosed - you can't take it apart to clean it like you can the RemStar. I don't rinse my humidifier every night (who has the time?) so I clean it weekly which works OK, but will probably need to change that habit with the S8. Generally, it's a good unit, though I probably should've done more research before buying it.
Silent and reliable.
The equipment arrived 2 days before we went on a 9 day 2,574 mile tour and was ordered to replace a 6 year old antique which made travel troublesome. The S8 Elite CPAP is compact, easy to use and actually helps my breathing. The humidifier that came with it is also compact and easy to use. There was no hose. The bag containing the new CPAP was a very convenient carry-on that fit under the seat and left room for me to exercise my legs, unlike the antique it replaced. This was developing into a major problem because of my age. It was easy to carry, simple to set up each evening, and easy to dismantle each morning. It helped me greatly as I slept. And now at home it is just as outstanding.
Very pleased with this unit and the service recieved from resmed.
I am very pleased with the S8 Elite machine I just purchased. Because of insurance restrictions I went with a less expensive model than my original CPAP machine and was worried I would not be satisfied. I like this machine better. It is small, quiet and effective. The first night I used it, I slept all night without waking. This is the first time I am actally able to tell a difference in how effective the CPAP treatment is with my Sleep Apnea. Thank you RESMED!
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