Follow our care guidelines to keep your CPAP gear in top condition, so you can enjoy a comfortable and healthy sleep experience night after night.
Caring for your CPAP gear
Proper care of your CPAP equipment is essential for effective therapy and long-lasting performance. Regular cleaning and maintenance help prevent wear and tear, ensuring that your machine, mask, and accessories function optimally.
How often should I be cleaning my CPAP equipment?
To get the best results from your CPAP therapy, it is essential to maintain and clean your equipment regularly.
Keeping your CPAP mask clean is vital to ensuring that it fits and seals well to get the most out of your therapy.
Here are some tips on what you should be doing:
Daily Clean Routine
1. Why clean my gear daily?
Excess oil from your skin can reduce the quality and performance of your seal and mask.
2. Which parts should i be cleaning daily?
Mask cushion, tubing & elbow
3. How to clean them?
1. Perform a quick daily clean using an alcohol-free wipe or wash it by hand by gently rubbing it with warm water and mild soap.
2. Avoid harsh cleaning products, which may damage the mask, or leave harmful residue.
3. AirTouch™ mask cushions made of memory foam cannot be washed or submerged in water. We recommend you clean them after each use by wiping them down with an alcohol free wipe.
4. Allow it to dry away from direct sunlight on a flat surface.
Weekly Clean Routine
1. Why clean my gear weekly?
To remove excess facial oil and dust built up over the week.
2. Which parts should i be cleaning weekly?
Mask cushion, elbow, mask frame, headgear, tubing, humidifier water tub
3. How to clean them?
1. You should dissemble the mask and wash the necessary components in warm water (approximately 30°C) with a mild detergent.
2. After washing, all components should be rinsed well with drinking-quality water and allowed to air dry out of direct sunlight