ResMed Pixi manual Cleaning the mask, Daily/After each use

Cleaning the mask

The mask and headgear should only be gently handwashed.

Daily/After each use:

•• Disassemble the mask components according to the disassembly instructions.

•• Thoroughly clean the separated mask components (excluding headgear), by gently rubbing in warm (approximately 30°C) water using mild soap.

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

•• Use a soft bristle brush to clean the vent.

•• Inspect each component and, if required, repeat washing until visually clean.

•• Rinse all components well with drinking quality water and allow to air dry out of direct sunlight.

•• When all components are dry, reassemble according to the reassembly instructions.

Weekly:

•• Handwash the headgear. It can be washed without being disassembled.

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 vapours from these solutions can be inhaled if not rinsed thoroughly.They may also damage the mask.

CAUTION

If any visible deterioration of a system component is apparent (cracking, crazing, broken parts, tears etc), or, if after cleaning, any component remains unclean, the component should be discarded and replaced.

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