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Cleaning and Maintenance
5 Cleaning and Maintenance
We recommend that you maintain your device and accessories regularly.
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CAUTION
If you use the following accessories:
•Mask
•Humidifier
•Antibacterial filter
•Water t rap,
follow the instructions provided in the manuals for each
accessory, and the instructions of your physician or HME
provider.
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CAUTION
Do not use bleach, chlorine, alcohol, or aromatic-based solutions
(including all scented oils), or moisturising or antibacterial soaps.
These solutions may cause hardening and reduce the life of the
plastic components.
Table 2: Frequency of maintenance.
Component Frequency Maintenance
Circuit Weekly. Follow specific
recommendations from
your HME provider.
Mask Before first use, then
weekly.
Clean the mask in warm
soapy water, rinse well
and dry thoroughly.
Mask headgear Monthly. Wash the headgear in
warm soapy water.