Cleaning and Maintenance
You should regularly carry out the cleaning and maintenance described in this manual.
CAUTION
! Do not wash the pressure sensor tube. If fluid enters the pressure sensor tube allow it to dry completely by hanging it in a clean place out of direct sunlight. If the pressure sensor tube cannot be dried completely it should be replaced.
Daily
1.Disconnect the air tubing and pressure sensor tube and hang them in a clean, dry place until next use. Do not hang the air tubing in direct sunlight as it may harden and crack over time.
2.Clean the mask according to the mask user instructions.
3.If you are using a humidifier, clean it according to the instructions in the manual.
Weekly
1.Remove the air tubing and pressure sensor tube from the VPAP Adapt SV unit and the mask.
2.Remove the pressure sensor tube and proximal cuff from the air tubing.
3.Wash the mask system according to the instructions supplied with it.
4.Wash the air tubing and Proximal cuff in warm water using mild liquid soap. Rinse thoroughly, hang, and allow to dry.
5.Before next use, assemble the mask and headgear according to the mask user instructions.
6.Reconnect the pressure sensor tube to the air tubing, then connect both to the Proximal cuff. Attach the Proximal cuff to the mask.
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