CPAP Cleaning Dos and Don’ts

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tube-brush CLEAN YOUR TUBE WELL.

Use a tube brush. Alternate tubes. Wash one and let it dry. Meanwhile, use your back up tube.

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USE WET SUPPLIES.

Mold and bacteria can build up and be hazardous to your health.

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TRY THE SOCLEAN.

This sanitizing machine kills 99.9% of bacteria, mold and viruses without water or chemicals.

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USE HARSH CLEANERS.

Stay away from bleach or alcohol based cleaners. Use mild unscented soaps instead.

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STICK TO A ROUTINE.

Wipe down your mask daily. Disassemble and clean your mask, tube and humidifier chamber weekly. Once you get in the habit it’ll be a breeze.

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USE SPRAYS/LIQUIDS ON THE CPAP MACHINE.

Dust the CPAP with a cloth and change the filter every month.

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WIPESWIPE YOUR MASK DAILY.

Use mask wipes to clean your mask before you wear it to improve the seal and reduce the chance of skin irritation or breakouts.

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DRY YOUR SUPPLIES IN THE SUN.

Direct sunlight can warp and yellow supplies.

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chamberUSE FRESH WATER.

Replace the water in your humidifier chamber every night before you use your CPAP.

 

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KEEP WATER SITTING IN YOUR HUMIDIFIER.

Standing water, especially in hot climates, can cause bacteria to start growing in your humidifier chamber.

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HAND WASH HEADGEAR.

Lay headgear flat to dry to prevent stretching. Avoid using the water and dry to clean headgear.

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USE THE DISHWASHER.

Only specific dishwasher safe chambers can go in the dishwasher, other supplies will warp.

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