(psd) File Compatibility from CS3 to PS-6.1

Good Day,
I am hoping that this is as simple as using "maximum compatibility" in CS3.
I have a collegue who is still hanging on to PS 6.1 (erg!!) and need to know if I can send him CS3 (psd)s without too much heartache??
Yeah, I know! Not too much room to complain when I'm still on CS3 I just can't reconcile the cost/benefit offset. Yet!
Thanks in advance
Kind Regards,
Silicon9

Noel,
Wow! You are totally awesome, and 100% correct.
This post should have stated version 6.0.1, not 6.1
Thank you for pointing out the .0 difference.
Kindest Regards, and good luck with the OCD meds.
Silicon9

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