Here are helpful hints to make it easy to care for your CPAP for optimal treatment.
Daily Cleaning
- Wash the cushion of the mask and nasal pillows with warm soapy water
- Cleaning your mask will remove facial oils to optimize your mask’s seal
- Make sure the water in the humidifier is replaced nightly!
- Allow the mask to air dry before placing it on your face
Weekly Cleaning
- Check the filter in the back of your machine
- The grey filter can be washed with warm soapy water and air dried
- The grey filter can be washed with warm soapy water and air dried
- Wash the hose and head gear with warm soapy water as well
- Hang your hose over the shower rod to air dry
- You may also use Dawn dish soap for any of the components instead of normal soap
- Once a week clean your humidifier with warm soapy water, DO NOT PLACE IN DISHWASHER
- Wipe down the CPAP machine with cloth
REMEMBER….filters should be replaced every 3 months to avoid bacteria travelling to your lungs!
And it is important to replace your mask regularly to ensure you get effective and comfortable treatment!
