ResMed LT manual Cleaning the Mask at Home, Reprocessing the Mask between Patients, Storage

Cleaning the Mask at Home

•• The mask and headgear should be cleaned by handwashing.

•• The headgear may be washed without removing the headgear clips.

WARNING

Do not use aromatic-based solutions or scented oils (eg, eucalyptus or essential oils), bleach, alcohol or products that smell strongly (eg, citrus) to clean any of the mask components. Residual vapors from these solutions can be inhaled if not rinsed thoroughly.They may also damage the mask, causing cracks.

CAUTION

•• If any visible deterioration of a mask component is apparent (cracking, crazing, tears etc.), the mask component should be discarded and replaced.

•• Avoid connecting flexible PVC products (eg, PVC tubing) directly to any part of this mask. Flexible PVC contains elements that can be detrimental to the materials of the mask, and may cause the components to crack or break.

Daily/After Each Use

To optimize the mask seal, facial oils should be removed from the cushion after use.

Handwash the mask by gently rubbing in warm (86°F/30°C) water using mild soap.

If the vent requires cleaning use a soft bristle brush.

Rinse all components well with drinking quality water and allow them to air dry out of direct sunlight. Do not soak the mask.

Weekly

Handwash the headgear in warm (86°F/30°C) water using mild soap.

Reprocessing the Mask between Patients

This mask should be reprocessed when used between patients. Cleaning, disinfection and sterilization instructions are available from the ResMed website, www.resmed.com/masks/sterilization/americas.

If you do not have Internet access, please contact your ResMed representative.

Storage

Ensure that the mask is thoroughly clean and dry before storing it for any length of time. Store the mask in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.

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