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11Cleaning and Maintenance
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Cleaning and Maintenance
You should regularly carry out the cleaning and maintenance described in this section.
Refer to your mask and humidifier manuals for detailed instructions regarding the care
of those devices.
Daily
Disconnect the air tubing and hang it in a clean, dry place until next use.
Weekly
1 Remove the air tubing from the VPAP device and the mask.
2 Wash the air tubing in warm water using mild detergent.
3 Rinse thoroughly, hang, and allow to dry.
4 Before the next use, reconnect the air tubing to the air outlet and mask.
Monthly
1 Clean the exterior of the VPAP with a damp cloth and mild liquid soap.
2 Check the air filter for holes and blockage by dirt or dust.
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WARNING
• Beware of electric shock. Do not immerse the unit or power cord in water.
Always unplug the unit before cleaning and be sure it is dry before plugging
back in.
• The mask system and air tubing are subject to normal wear and tear. Inspect
them regularly for damage.
• Do not use bleach, chlorine, alcohol, or aromatic-based solutions,
moisturising or antibacterial soaps or scented oils to clean the air tubing or
the device. These solutions may cause hardening and reduce the life of the
product.
Replacing the Air Filter
Replace the air filter every six months (or more often if necessary).
1 Remove the air filter cover at the back of the VPAP device.
2 Remove and discard the old air filter.
3 Insert a new filter with the blue-tinted side facing out from the device.
4 Replace the air filter cover.
Air filter cover