| If you are new to CPAP therapy, or even if you | | | | Chin Straps ** Replace every 6 months |
| have been on a CPAP for a long period of time, one | | | | 1. Weekly, hand wash in a standard laundry |
| of the questions you may be asking is how to | | | | detergent and air dry. |
| properly care for a CPAP machine. Making sure that | | | | 2. Do not use bleach. |
| you properly care for your CPAP device is crucial to | | | | 3. Do not place in a clothes dryer or iron the chin |
| ensure that you receive the most out of it. A well | | | | strap. |
| maintained CPAP will provide the greatest benefit in | | | | Tubing ** Replace every 3 months |
| providing relief for sleep apnea. | | | | 1. Weekly, wash in mild soapy water (Ivory), rinse |
| Many people who are on CPAP treatment may have | | | | and hang to dry. |
| not been given proper training when they were | | | | Humidifier - Heated1. Daily, wash humidifier water |
| originally set up on the device. They do not care for | | | | chamber in mild soapy water (Ivory), rinse well. |
| the device or clean it on a scheduled basis. This can | | | | 2. Monthly, soak the humidifier water chamber for |
| lead to the device becoming unsanitary or cause it to | | | | 30 minutes in a solution containing: |
| not function properly. This causes frustration and the | | | | • 1 part white vinegar |
| CPAP user may "give up" on their therapy. | | | | • 3 parts water |
| Do not let this happen to you. Knowing how to | | | | • Rinse well with warm water. |
| properly care for a CPAP machine is crucial. CPAP | | | | Filters |
| therapy is life sustaining and greatly increases the | | | | 1. Respironics CPAP or Bi-Levela. Gray foam- |
| quality of your life. Below is a basic schedule you can | | | | wash weekly with soapy water (Ivory), rinse well, |
| use for maintenance of your CPAP device to make | | | | allow to dry completely before placing back in |
| sure it is clean and runs well. | | | | unit.b. White disposable (if using) ** Replace |
| Blower Unit | | | | monthly |
| 1. Disconnect plug from electrical outlet, wipe the | | | | 2. Resmed CPAP or Bi-Levela. Check filter |
| unit with a damp cloth and mild dish detergent as | | | | periodically and replace as needed.** Replace every 2 |
| needed. | | | | months at minimum |
| 2. Allow unit to dry before plugging the unit into | | | | ** Individual insurance plans determine the frequency |
| electrical outlet again. | | | | as to when the supplies are covered. |
| Mask/Nasal Pillows ** Mask-Replace every 3 months | | | | Hopefully you will find this guide of how to properly |
| 1. Daily, wash with mild soapy water (Ivory soap | | | | care for a CPAP machine helpful. Your therapy will be |
| recommended), rinse well. | | | | much more successful with a well maintained and |
| 2. Never clean the mask with alcohol. | | | | clean machine. |