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The Easiest Way to Keep Your CPAP Gear Clean & Dry
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- Опубликовано: 14 авг 2024
- I finally talked my dad into ditching his SoClean ozone cleaner, but he wasn't looking forward to washing his CPAP equipment by hand now. So I walked him through my process. It's easy! 5 simple steps once a week, and it only takes about five active minutes of cleaning and an hour-and-a-half of doing whatever else you wanna do.
1) Load your gear into a plastic kitchen basin and bring it to the sink.
2) Dump your humidifier reservoir, put some Dawn in your hose and sprinkle some around the basin (and maybe a bit of white vinegar once a month) and fill the basin with hot water.
3) Go do something else for half an hour.
4) Rinse your gear and (optional) put it in a Hurricane CPAP Dryer.
5) Wait for it to dry.
Equipment you need for my process:
1) A good kitchen basin, which you can buy at Amazon: amzn.to/3dIsB9I
2) A Hurricane CPAP Dryer: amzn.to/3qUYCks
Other gear mentioned herein: Dishwasher-safe reservoir for ResMed AirSense 10: amzn.to/3AwsQOP (the regular one is not dishwasher-safe).
You might also want to get some CPAP wipes to clean your machine weekly, and also your mask daily if you don't want to wash it: amzn.to/3jOVWmL
(As an Amazon Associate, I might earn a few pennies here and there from qualifying purchases.)
Your mask may look a little different and you might not have washable filters (ResMed machines don't), but otherwise, you can follow along with us and get your hose and mask and reservoir nice and clean once a week.
By the way, check out the damage that ozone has done to my dad's mask. And it's only a few months old! Also, his humidifier reservoir (only about six months old) was covered in a film of grime and gunk. Yeah, SoClean had killed the bacteria, but their tiny corpses were still hanging around, waiting to be inhaled. Ick!
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:13 Opening credits
0:28 What are ozone cleaners like SoClean and how do they work?
1:05 Philips is using ozone as a scapegoat for #foamgate, but ozone is still bad
1:33 How often should you deep-clean your CPAP gear?
1:55 Daily cleaning and maintenance
2:14 Some stuff you might want to make CPAP cleaning quicker and easier
2:49 What if you don't want to buy stuff?
3:00 CPAP gear comes in all shapes and sizes. Yours may not look like mine.
3:30 Step 1) Gather up your hose, mask, humidifier reservoir, and your filter if it's washable.
4:02 Step 2) Dump out your reservoir, disassemble your mask, put some Dawn in your basin and some in your hose, and fill the basin with hot soapy water.
5:41 Step 3) Wait 30 minutes.
5:51 Step 4) Rinse out your hose and plug it into the Hurricane Dryer. Rinse out your reservoir and put it inside the coil of your hose. Rinse out your mask and reassemble it. Connect it to the hose.
10:45 Step 5) Turn on your Hurricane Dryer and go do something else for an hour.
11:09 Summary
11:50 Setting a schedule and sticking to it is important!
Hey Dennis! I enjoy and learn a lot from you videos. This time I have to disagree with your advice… Every component comes with clear instructions as to use mild soap an luckewarm water, never hot “toasty…They recommend baby shampoo or free & clear dishwashing detergent, Dawn is way too harsh, I use Seven Generation. Otherwise your cleaning routine is perfect! My humble opinion…
Hey Susana! Thanks for chiming in. You're not wrong, of course. All of the CPAP manufacturers recommend mild soap, and Dawn is technically on the strong side. If I may, though, allow me to defend my recommendation for using Dawn for my dad.
Most people, I've discovered, aren't properly cleaning their CPAP gear. And the lower we can get the barrier to entry on regular, thorough cleaning, the more likely they are to do it. My dad, for example, was all in on buying a Hurricane CPAP dryer. That's fine. It's a one-time purchase, like ripping off a bandage.
But if someone told him he needed to buy some special soap every month? Nope. I can tell you with all certainty that he would forget to order it, then just stop cleaning his mask and hose and reservoir.
Dawn is easy. It's there. Everybody likely already has a bottle handy, and they're likely to buy it immediately when it's running low, because they use it for dishes and probably hand-washing, too.
Granted, I've only been at this since February, and I admitted in my first video that I was going to make some mistakes. But I've been cleaning my gear with Dawn since Day One, and it hasn't caused any issues yet! I haven't noticed any build-up, nor any deterioration of the silicone.
That said, again, you're absolutely correct. If you want to go by manufacturer's recommendations 100%, Seventh Generation is great detergent! But it's also half-again as expensive, and I just don't think my dad would switch over to it permanently for all his other washing needs.
PS: Never be humble about your opinions. Share 'em loud and proud!
Susana, I just wanted to let you know that your comment stuck with me. You've changed my mind. I have switched over to Seventh Generation for all of my equipment cleaning. Dunno if I'll convince my dad to do the same, but you changed one person's mind, at least. :)
@@AdventureswithCPAP Great news Dennis! I was very cautious when I sent you my message, I did not want to offend you at all, I I respect your opinions and like I said before I enjoy and learn a lot from your videos. I use the ResMed full mask with memory foam, which I’m supposed to replace every 30 days. Because of the way I clean my headgear my mask and my tubing as long as I have no leaks I keep on using it sometimes up to six months! As important as a mild soap, is the temperature of the water, should be Mildly warm… I do appreciate your kind reply 😉
My number one goal here is to create a safe space! Don’t EVER hesitate to argue with me. Just don’t be a poop-head about it. 🤣
@@AdventureswithCPAP 😂😂😂 Understood!!! Will not argue, but will let you know when I disagree hoping we learn from the experience… A couple of weeks ago I sent you a message about me looking for a ResMed to replace my NightmareStation.. Three of my neighbors were kind enough to bring me their old ones all three of them are S9‘s
I knew you were on the same boat, so I offered you one… An S9 is better than nothing at all correct? I don’t think you ever replied, after you were scammed you probably thought this was another scam LOL. We both were lucky to find the AirSense 10, so now I have in my possession, 3 S 9s, very clean, and in working order. Could you help me find someone that could use them? They will have to pay for the postage to send them out. Take care my friend 😉
Thanks for down to earth demonstration of what works!
Awesomely helpful! I’ve been making this CPAP cleaning way too difficult! I am truly grateful for the information!
I hang my hose from the show rod for while then hook is back up to the machine and blow it dry. Works great.
Same here.
Nice. Loved the musical interlude!
My buddy The Lanky Lefty recommended the Hurricane Dryer. I have been using one since my third month. So Clean and otherboxone devices struck me as insane, dangerous, and not effective at really cleaning. So it has been COAP soap and the dryer for me. Distilled water ONLY. On a completely different track I bought a battery backup and have never regretted the purchase. During a power outage I just mask up and go to sleep. The two most important accessories as far as I am concerned.
I found the best solution for drying...
I found something called Electric Balloon Pump. As you can guess, it's designed to blow up balloons with air. Its about 6x8x5 inches. There are two ports.
It's so powerful and dries the p10 hose in less than 5 minutes. The 6' hose takes a bit longer, maybe 10 mins. It dries 'mostly' then I hang it up where it finishes drying on its own. It's a little loud but is so quick I don't mind.
I paid $7.99 at the goodwill, it is $16 online
Check the gasket on the lid of the humidifier. They get gross and moldy. Nobody usually tells you to clean them. Most of them are removable for cleaning.
I use dawn and rubbing alcohol to clean my tubing and reservoir and also made a a scrubber with the head of a Childs toothbrush ,Then to dry the tubing i put about an inch of 70% isopropyl alcohol and move the pipe up and down so the alcohol reaches all the surface inside then leave it to evaporate. Then if necessary use an electric pc mini blower to blow it out and dry completely. Absolutely spotless and never had a problem.
Is that an electric toothbrush? Why a child’s?
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Thank you Dennis for your very informative video. I’ve been using the Phillips Dreamstation 2 since last year and I love it! I found your video because I wanted to find a easier way to dry my tubing out instead of hanging it in the bathroom(YUCK) on a plastic hanger. Then you mentioned this thing called a ‘hurricane dryer’? Not that that I need another gadget. But this is useful. Pricey. Going to purchase one now. But useful. I can dry and keep all my equipment together. And………I like that you mentioned the use of white vinegar for disinfecting your hose. Also, I purchased CPAP mask wipes and a hose hanger. How come I didn’t know about these things before? Again? Thank you for the awesome information. I look forward to more of your videos. And I did like your page. 🤗👍🏾
Great video. Just got my Resmed 11 cpap last week. Cleaning plastic with UV or Ozone doesn't sound safe to me. Your solution is awesome. Thank you!
I have the ResMed AirSense 10, a nasal pillow and a heated hose. I put 2 hooks on the back of my office door which is always open. I wash the nasal pillow with 2 drops of dish detergent and rinse the water tub every morning and place them on a plastic placemat covered with a small towel to dry. The headgear hose and air tubing I hang on the hooks on the back of the door. Twice a week, I put a few drops of dish detergent into the hoses, hold one end firmly against the faucet and rinse them. I hang them in the shower for an hour or so and then they get hung on the back of the office door for the day. And 2 times a week I wash the water tub and place that open next to the nasal pillow to dry. The whole process only takes minutes.
What about using a blow dryer set on low?
Thank You for distressing it all with cleaning for regular people like me a new user to ResMed Airsense10.
Omg that was awesome! Yes I won’t be installing a garage door while doing it. Definitely shouldn’t do that 😂🤣 I’m brand new to cpap. I have a resmed and was wondering the right way to clean this thing!… and I’m an RN! Loved this. Thanks so much!! Got a new subscriber! Going to look into that dryer!!
Make sure you take your reservoir apart for easier cleaning and drying! ruclips.net/video/oG_VebR_q2w/видео.html
I might have to do a sequel to this vid that’s ResMed-specific!
@@AdventureswithCPAP I saw you do it!! Definitely will do :) also bought the hurricane dryer 🥳
Have you ever tried alconox or tergazyme? I never even tried using dish detergent or anything like that. What I do is I get my sink spotless with normal dish soap, then fill it up with hot bleach and let it sit for several minutes. I drain that out rinse thoroughly. Then I fill with hot tergazyme. I soak for 10 minutes or so. Alconox will get it 90% clean without scrubbing, but I found some biofilm of some kind was still left behind... Tergazyme seems to get it 100% clean without any scrubbing, and does no damage! Magical stuff. Just make sure you use good gloves!
I clean my items quite a bit differently. First I scrub out the sink then fill it with water, a small squirt of Dawn and a splash of white vinegar. I put everything in the basin and use another container to pour the soapy water through the hose. I never put straight soap on anything, it has to be diluted to ensure it rinses out easily. Let soak for 30 min then rinse everything out and pour clear water through the hose. I don't have a separate machine to dry so I hand dry everything and to get the inside of the hose dry I snake it. I drop a line through the hose so it sticks past by a full length of the hose then tie a clean cloth I trimmed down then pull it through the hose a few times then let it dry the rest of the way by itself...I've had hoses that I allowed to hang with the one end up and the other down and it still had major droplets in it after 2 days...bacteria grows in that environment.
I agree about hanging the hoses.....while you're waiting for them to drip dry, bacteria is growing inside that wet hose! I can tell because it smells awful!!
I just went to the store bought a blow up mattress air pump was my cpap stuff use that for like three minutes it drys the hose out n the mask let it sit all day on a fresh towel to completely dry the head gear easy n fast
I hope you’re resting well! Thanks for all of your great videos.
I'm trying! Just hoping I don't have any cause for emergency surgery before my planned procedure on Dec. 2. If that one goes well, I should be back to making vids before Christmas!
I wash mine in Dawn soap and water. Hang to dry. How hard can that be?
It doesn't dry completely..
One of the reasons I put off cleaning the hoses (both my husband and I have ResMed machines) is they take so long to dry. I shake them, hang them up, and I've even tried to blow down them with a hairdryer, but it takes days to dry. As others have said, there's a danger of mould when they are damp. Our house is cold in Winter, so that makes it an even longer wait. The only answer is to buy new hoses and wash the old ones, do a swap, so it can take all the time it needs. The other reason I wait so long is the time and trouble getting the hoses off the machine - they are all covered with zip covers and attached down the back of furniture. It's a real pain taking them off and replacing them!
And this is why I love the Hurricane! Yes, it's expensive, but it's so worth it, in my opinion. If it's not a good solution for you, I hope you find something that works for your needs!
Hi there I use a Lumin that uses uv light for my aircurve10 for almost a year and the bullet lumin for the hose much easier the the old soap and bucket a couple of minutes and i am done for another few days or week
Great video!!
I get in the shower with my hose on the weekend to clean..pretty easy but I guess then it does not soak technically
I never thought of that! ❤
That's where I wash mine too.
The Hurricane Dryer is awesome!
My worked one time and then the power button got stuck and now it does not work
Thanks for this video and thanks for the guy at the CPAP store who recommended I look on RUclips because all of that cleaning sounded very complicated to me you make it look more doable I'm heading out to the store to buy one of those wash tubs
You're very welcome! Get the 12-quart, if you can. It's the perfect size to accommodate your hose, reservoir, and mask during cleaning.
Great video, I would love to use the Hurricane Dryer on my ResMed Lumis ST-A150 BiLevel parts, but unfortunately I live in the UK and can't figure out how I could use on our electrical supply system!
a year later and now the hurricane dryer is $189. just cant afford it after buying the cpap and supplies so i guess i will just try to dry it on the machine using the mask fit or warm up function.
U can turn your machine on and let the air dry it too
Donna Bembeneck, Thanks for this comment. I didn't know that, dumb as I feel. I think my Cpap store has not educated me well.
I didn’t know that either before. That’s why I Googled it and found this video. I believe on the Resmed I have it’s the ‘Mask Fit’ setting.
I use a Kleenex for my filter. I put my mask in the dishwasher once. No more mask. I prefer the Mirage Quattro I use wipes to clean the mask. I am not cleaning hoses and I don't use the water reservoir, however, distilled water shouldn't be causing grime in your reservoir. Also, only air that has been filtered through a Kleenex goes through my hose. The exhaled air doesn't go back into where air is blowing out, so that shouldn't get dirty. And yes, Ozone is very bad. Especially to breathe it, which I am sure those Ozone cleaners leak ozone into the rooms they're being used in.
Love the video. It made sense.
What are then dryers called and we’re can I get one from
It’s called the Hurricane! Amazon has them. amzn.to/3PElTVA
So Clean does not take the place of weekly (daily for mask) cleaning. It can't remove body oils, saliva, perspiration, gunk, etc. People buy So Clean thinking they won't have to wash everything, but that's a mistake.
This takes way too much time, work and money for me. My solution is to just do nothing until it's time to replace everything. Since all my supplies come free of charge through insurance, this works well. And, this system has worked well for me for over 15 years.
With a little over 10 years as a CPAP user, I think I've done a deep clean twice. Usually just take the hose into the shower and run some water through it whenever I can be bothered. Soak the reservoir in vinegar once every couple of months and change the filter when needed. Apart from that, quick rinse of the mask every week.
Thank you sir!
Never seen info on where to place hose while sleeping or cpap machine, level with bed, below bed, No Difference, so these are two questions I would like answered along with probably other thanks
Doesn’t matter at all
Finely decided to subscribe, i have several vids that i liked thnx
Just a note about just draping the hose over something, is that while the outside dries quickly, the inside will remain moist for a very long time. Even the entire day or more (depending on ambient humidity).
The thing is, that's long enough for invisible fungus and bacteria to grow and stick to the inside of the hose.
NOT GOOD.
Having some kind of air-controlled dryer is a good idea.
For those with 3D printers, you can either design a dual-dryer WITH FILTER or go to thingiverse and there's a few there. But I wouldn't suggest any that don't have a filter insert area.
Well, 3 weeks later and I did it! LOL
Yup, I built a washer and a dryer!
I had to design a canister on our 3D printer to hold the air filter so that air would go through the filter, from the air pump to filter out anything in the air, but also to filter out any carbon that comes off the motor's brushes (until I can change the motor for a brushless motor).
For the washer, I just took a little water pump from a water fountain, lowered the pressure and designed an adapter on the 3D printer that connects to the pump on one end and right into the hose end of the ResMed heated hose.
I set this in a plastic tub with a few drops of Palmolive and let the water pump through and around all the parts.
After that, drain and dry the tub, then connect the air filter/pump.
Works a charm.
Just mentioning this in case anyone who is inventive wants to give this a try.
@@BlondieSLdo you have a parts list and 3d plans available?
@@Motojourneys Sorry, no. I haven't created a list of parts and as for the 3D parts, I haven't put them on any site.
I'm not sure that my design will just work for everyone.
The parts are very specific and a one-off, I'd say.
But basically, not including the timer controller part, I had to make some fittings to be able to connect the hose to the water pump and fittings to connect the hose to the air pump (dryer)... the end that would insert into the machine.
I ran into an issue with the air pump, however.
The one I bought had an AC brushed motor in it. Besides being way too powerful and noisy, it sucked a lot of electricity. About 90 watts!!!
The brushes that make the motor turn, would also slowly produce carbon dust.
So I had to design a filter to go between the air pump and the hose.
That's not something I could possibly put on a site as the filter cartridge may not be available everywhere.
But people who have a 3D printer and some design skills, could use TinkerCad to make some sort of a housing for whatever small filter cartridge they can find.
As for the air pump, I do need to mention that the motor that it had just wan't not good for this project.
So I bought a 2nd air pump (same model) to use as a test to redesign it.
I ended up removing the AC motor and putting in a small (tiny) computer server fan. Very small, but very powerful.
I had to redesign how it mounted since the air pump housing was not designed for this.
But I got it to fit with some mods to mount it properly.
It runs on 12V, but again, it's a very powerful tiny fan, so I added a BUCK converter with an external potentiometer to control its speed. I mounted the potentiometer so that it stuck out the side and easy to get to.
I used a 12V adapter that I have (12V DC, 1 Amp - switching wall wart type) to power it.
Of course, I added a socket to plug the adapter into the pump rather than direct wired.
This now works well and with no brushes from the AC motor, no fear of carbon being pushed into the hose and mask.
Sadly, I don't do RUclips videos, so I couldn't possibly go through my build process.
I'm still working on the timer as I went from doing a basic quicky timer to a more elaborate device.
I'm using an Arduino with a Nextion display, a mechanical relay, double pole with its coil being 5V, low mA so that Arduino can control it directly. That goes on the other side of an SSR (solid state relay).
On the Nextion display, I designed the main page to select:
- Wash
- Rinse
- Dry
There's also a "settings" option so that the times for each mode could be selected and saved for next time (5 mins to 120 mins).
The way it works it touch "Wash" and it turns on the water pump and turns it off automatically after the selected time (usually 15 mins).
Then, I would dump out the soapy water, rinse out the tub, put in fresh water, put the hose, mask, water hold and parts into the tub, reconnect the water pump and then select "Rinse". Again, this automatically turns off the water pump after XX mins.
I think I'll also add a buzzer to this.
Then, I dump the water, using a clean towel, dry off the outside of the hose, maks and parts. I now connect the air pump, through the air filter, to the hose. The mask is connected to the hose so its inside gets dried.
Now, touch the "Dry" mode on the timer and let the air pump run for XXX minutes.
I don't know if that helps, but I'm not sure how else to assist since I don't do vids nor put things up on Github or 3D designs up to thingiverse.
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Or you could just put your cpap on without the humidifier
I have been doing that and my dr said to use a hair dryer instead so it doesn't mess up your data. Because the machine shows just mega leaks and adds it to my AHI / RDi scores. which is weird if you think about it because I was told by the DME and a different doctor's office that they can tell when you aren't wearing it for insurance purposes... Clearly they can't if they think drying it is wearing it. @@ryanagar7498
I got a new Phillips machine due to the recall. I am having a problem with getting lots of sinus infections. Wondering if it's the machine or what. I am cleaning things weekly. I also have mask leaks due to my mouth opening - any suggestions for that would help too. Thanks.
Some of what worked for me is included in this video! ruclips.net/video/gejYbiBQ0CI/видео.htmlsi=_PGAa7f_JChZ5Miu
i don t know if this info is correct but i was told by my cpap supplier the one soap detergent cleaner not to use is dawn. he said it was to strong and would would break down the rubber and materials in the cpap faster than other cleaners would. might be worth checking out
For Dream Station 1, does the company say it's ok to wash reservoir in the dishwasher? I thought we weren't supposed to.
Yeah, the reservoir is top-shelf safe!
That beard is looking great man 😘
I washed it and everything! 🤣
I would like to know what is the worst thing that could possibly happen if I connect and use the hose before the water droplets all dry?
Nothing. Might get a few drops of water on your face.
I concur with the others here, you do not want to wash your parts with detergent, you want to use a mild or scent free soap, and in lukewarm water. Dish detergent has chemicals.
I'll stick to what the guy from the sleep apnea care team told me yesterday: to use green fairy liquid because the green stuff doesn't have moisturiser, unlike most other dish detergents and soaps.
At last someone that does it like I do except I basically do it everyday
I have not completely quit using my SoClean but am now putting my mask and the end of my hose in it it early in the day, so I can open it after the cleaning cycle is over and let it air out for hours. i am thinking of stopping using it entirely. I hate to have to clean my hose and reservoir by hand and was considering getting the hurricane hose dryer until I read that the ResMed AirSense10 has a drying setting. I didn't know that. I wondered why sometimes it would shut off and other times would keep running forever. I have read all the paperwork that came with my machine. Don't know how I missed so much info, since I have had mine for at least 10 years. I appreciate all the comments being shared online. I guess drying equipment with a hair dryer is a bad idea?
my dr told me to use a hair dryer. Where is the drying setting? I haven't seen it.
Hello, I did use in the past the Soclean for my system until I learned that it would void my machine warranty , but don't use it anymore really .. ( except on my main tubing between deep cleaning ) I also noticed yellowing on my silicone mask parts.... On your video, you say "would need to be replaced" .. Is it only a Color issue or it does something else to the silicone ? I really wonder why it doesn't that. I made myself DIY a similar UV light system like the Lumin that I use more in between the Deep water/soap cleaning. Lots of my masks, yes had yellowed, looks permanent, but I can't afford to buy more than one per year because of my 200$ annually insurance policies coverage. I use them in alternance to avoid having the same pressure all the time on my nostrils. You have an idea if there is a trick to put them back clear again ? I think it is more a cosmetics issue, but still .. Ty Stef - Montreal
You could be right. It could be purely cosmetic! The truth of the matter is that my dad has a stockpile of headgear in his closet because Medicare pays for way more supplies than he needs. So it cost nothing to replace his. I didn’t keep in mind that not everyone is so fortunate. 😔
@@AdventureswithCPAP Dang your dad is lucky that he gets all his supplies for FREE. I gotta pay for all of mine. :(
Yes.. they told me the same thing. Only mild soap or insurance won’t replace
Ozone normally doesnt mess with plastics much, but rubber is a concern. Arent most cpap now made with silicone though?
What are the benefits of the dryer being it’s pricey?
For me? It's a way to ensure that I'm actually going to do my regular cleaning and not put it off because, *gah!* "where am I going to hang all this stuff to dry it?" It means I don't have hoses strewn over my shower rod, I don't have my mask and accessories sitting out in the kitchen -- in short, it lowers the barrier to entry and lets me know that I'll be able to clean and dry my CPAP kit quickly and easily, which means I actually do it on a weekly basis with no fuss, no muss, no grumbling, and very little inconvenience.
Also, I'm a bit of a germaphobe, and the thought of leaving damp plastic hanging out to air dry in the elements gives me the heebie jeebies.
I use the livititi paptizer. Should I do this instead? Probably. But the livititi is easy. That and some mask wipes from amazon
I was told "don't use Dawn as it has a degreaser and that's bad on the equipment." So, what should I use?
I honestly think if you only use a bit of Dawn in a lot of water, it's totally fine. I really do. That said, if you want to be 100% safe, I've started using Seventh Generation, and I like it a lot. It doesn't have as powerful a scent as Dawn, so if I don't rinse my reservoir 100% and there's a weensy bit of residue, I don't smell it the way I did with Dawn.
@@AdventureswithCPAP I just learned recently that there is Dawn Free and Clear!
Palmolive
I just used Ivory. I like the scent. I’m also going to try the seventh generation free & clear next time.
I use Kirk's unscented kitchen soap. You could also use vanicream body soap (I use this in the shower) - unscented and gentle. Dawn leaves light white marks on my equipment (like hard water stains - it's very weird, it happened to my dental appliance too with dawn)
this is almost exactly how we clean it at the sleep lab.
I use Dr. Bronner’s to clean mine
Can't a hair dryer on a low or cool setting be used?
Great video. Can we wash reservoir w vinegar?
Sure! It might be unnecessary if you keep your reservoir clean, though. What vinegar is good for is getting rid of scale from using tap water. If you use distilled water and clear your tub daily as I do, the vinegar seems to be overkill.
Hi folks! I own a Fisher & Paykel Sleepstyle using it with a heated hose. I wash it and all...over the shower with hand shower and baby bottle detergent. It happens that after a while I noticed drops trapped inside the hose that no matter how I shake or hang, they remain laughing at me probably full of bacteria. I even tried the hair dryer..nothing. I am out of ideas... anyone have another idea to share?
Claudia, if you can afford the Hurricane Dryer, I cannot recommend it highly enough. It seriously transformed my CPAP cleaning routine from a laborious weekly annoyance into something so easy I barely even think about it.
Put the hose back onto the machine and run the mask fit function. It will dry the excess water from the hose.
@@analogueplanner8100 hi! It was the first thing I tried but did not dry the drops. I got a new tube
@@analogueplanner8100 Thanks I'm going to try this. ! I see drops inside my hose after I clean it too. Is that really even an issue though? I figure when I use it that night they'll go away. Isn't it just a bit of water left in the hose which shouldn't be an issue?
Just use natural soaps to clean things like your grandma did.
Dawn Soap is owned by multinational conglomerate Proctor & Gamble and contains Sodium Laurel Sulfate.
Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) are common ingredients that cause shampoos, cleansers and toothpastes to foam. They remove oil effectively but can cause dryness and skin irritation. Of greater concern is the manufacturing process used to turn sodium lauryl sulfate into sodium laureth sulfate, which creates the byproduct 1,4-dioxane-a known animal carcinogen and probable human carcinogen that is also suspected to be toxic to the kidneys and respiratory system. Because of these concerns, some manufacturers have replaced SLS and SLES with sodium coco sulfate.
I use my air compressor to dry things out😉😉
That's a good idea actually. my dr said to use a hair dryer but I don't have one, I've been using the cpap machine to dry the mask but it's screwing up my scores...
It has to be something easier than this. I appreciate him taking the time to show us. I am new to this and this is overwhelming. Question, are we able to get the metal prongs on the end of the hose wet. It looked like he did but I am not sure his had metal prongs.
Yes, I have a heated hose now that I’m on the AirSense 10 instead of the DreamStation, and I wash the hose once a week with no problem.
Just to be clear, the video above is covering my weekly cleaning routine, not daily cleaning. With daily cleaning I just wash and dry my reservoir and nasal interface-just the part that touches my upper lip and nose.
the provider and dr both said there's no need to clean the main heated hose line, just get the covered replacement with insurance every 6 months. I never cleaned mine and they just replaced it for the first time and I looked inside the old one with a light and it looked perfectly fine . (I do clean my masks, headgear and short tubing weekly wet - with Kirk's unscented kitchen soap (I noticed dawn was leaving white like hard water spots on it) and wipe them down with cpap wipes daily. I couldn't do it every day even though i do switch around masks because they don't dry in one day (without the hurricane which I don't have - maybe at some point but right now I rather spend the money on accessories and buying /trying on masks). I put the resmed tank every sunday, filters once a month. I find it's easy to schedule@@AdventureswithCPAP How often are you using the dishwasher if it's not ready to go daily or every other day? Important for readers - dishwasher only for reservoir in the top rack!
Thanks! I’m cleaning mine the same as you do. How often are you suppose to replace your mask, hoses and reservoir? I’ve had mine for awhile and they still look great so it’s making me not want to replace them.
PS I liked your video!
Once I'm able to sit again for long stretches, I think I'm gonna make a video answering that exact question!
In my experience, using the DreamWear Silicone Nasal Pillows (had to go back to them despite the fact that I hate giving money to Philips), the frame lasts about a year before needing to be replaced, the nasal interface lasts at least six months, and the head strap needs replacing every three months. (I have very oily skin).
Mind you, this is with soaking my nasal interface every day and washing everything once a week.
My dad only washes his nasal interface once a week, and his skin oils wear out the silicone quickly. He goes through a nasal interface in about six weeks.
Tks.
I'm a frequent napper so I don't want to wait for the headband to dry.
you can buy extras. they're really cheap. the p10 for instance I got a 2 or 3 pack for $10. If it's headgear it's pricer but the cloth bands are cheap. (why don't you save your old ones so you can have a backup?)
I wouldn’t let the water get too hot. Over time it will effect the plastic if too hot.
Super!
Can a Resmed heated hose be put into the Hurricane? Great video!
You can! I might need to make a video about how I do it. That won't require sitting! 🤣
Basically, what you have to do is reverse the hose. Since the heated hose has a specified input and output end, you'd think you would plug the bit that goes into your CPAP into the hose drier of the Hurricane. Nope! You connect the mask end to the hose drier, then just slot the elbow from your mask into the wrong end of the hose. It won't lock tight, but it'll stay securely enough to dry it.
Does that make a lick of sense?
Umm I thought dawn was too strong for the hoses etc
It can be. He changed to a less harsh one now. Baby shampoo or something much milder is safer, but unless you're trying to make your components last forever and never replace them it's not likely to make a huge difference- they're due for replacement before the Dawn would destroy them, but it could definitely shorten their potential lifespan if you don't replace them as scheduled.
Do we have to do this every day?
Nuuuu, goodness no! Once a week is totally fine. I simply rinse out my reservoir every day and also wash the skin oils off my nasal pillows. Headgear, frame, and hosing only gets done on Saturdays.
i was told by my cpap supplier not to use dawn detergent as it was more likely to affect rubber and other parts of cpap than other detergents. i am not sure how accurately this is
Just use natural soaps to clean things like your grandma did.
Dawn Soap is owned by multinational conglomerate Proctor & Gamble and contains Sodium Laurel Sulfate.
Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) are common ingredients that cause shampoos, cleansers and toothpastes to foam. They remove oil effectively but can cause dryness and skin irritation. Of greater concern is the manufacturing process used to turn sodium lauryl sulfate into sodium laureth sulfate, which creates the byproduct 1,4-dioxane-a known animal carcinogen and probable human carcinogen that is also suspected to be toxic to the kidneys and respiratory system. Because of these concerns, some manufacturers have replaced SLS and SLES with sodium coco sulfate.
Dove, Ivory, or baby shampoo is what the VA told me. They said that Dawn would degrade the silicon on the mask
@@dianebekel9326weird I work for a VA CPAP clinic and the issued paperwork clearly states to use mild dish soap. It even mentions dawn. Someone is lying to you.
Why spend 150-200 on a hurricane, when I can use a hair dryer on the warm setting?
Because time is money.
I use my dream station to dry it all. I wipe what i can with a clean cotton towel hook it all up, dont add water, extend the hose and drape it so it extends over the bed. It takes about 4 or 5 min then its all dry. I have had a dreamstation for about 3 years. When i clean it i just soak it in vinegar and water for about 15 to 30 min. Then i rinse well.
The Hurricane drys everything together. It’s fast, easy, and totally hands-off. I absolutely love mine and cannot think of drying any other way. I used to use the mask fit function and that was fine, but I prefer the Hurricane dryer because again, everything is dried at once.
Sheesh; am I the only one who thinks this is labor intensive? GottaBeABetterWay
Not at all.
I don't have time for this.
I don't care for his presentation - sarcastic and rude.
@@ellenhofer3343yes you do because you comment many times. People who don’t care don’t watch and comment.
I cant see me being able to keep up this routine. As my husbands only caregiver, I struggle to wipe out his facemask fairly reguklarly then dump and rinse the water chamber
I dont know where i would keep that hurricane contraption in my apartment
Don't get one, then.
wash all my gear once a month in a bit of soapy water and then vinegar. No daily cleaning, never cleaned the actual machine. 3 years.
Do you wash your hose and mask once a week or everyday ?
I wash the hose, mask frame, and headgear once a week -- on Saturdays. I wash the humidifier reservoir and nasal interface daily.
@@AdventureswithCPAP wow thank you. I am new and I been doing hose and complete mask assembly everday! It’s too much! I think I will follow your routine. Thank you 🙏
Pretty much never.
I have resmed cpap machine.
How would you know of you have respatory infection
Green snot
Also do you use distilled water? That’s what I’ve used but I was wondering if I can make my own?
I do use distilled water! The few times I've had to rely on filtered water from my refrigerator due to distilled water shortages in my area, the smell really bothered me and the residue left in the tub took a little extra elbow grease to clean
@@AdventureswithCPAP Ok I'll stick to buying distilled water then. I was just wondering if there was a way to make your own distilled water instead of buying gallons of it.
There is! Amazon sells some solutions -- some of which look a little iffier than others. This is the one I'm thinking about getting: amzn.to/3KJvI2t
You can also just do it with stuff you probably already own, although it's a little more complicated. You just need to capture and cool the vapor coming off of boiling water!
@@AdventureswithCPAP Could you get it and do a video on it please!? LOL
@@tracy3066 I will, as soon as I can sit again! Promise! I might even try a few of the more popular DIY solutions and see which one works best!
I never clean my mask or hoses, 20 years no problem just replace hose and mask pad monthly from the free supplies my current insurance sends me. I don't use the reservior. The time and money I have saved using this no cleaning method for 20 years!
Why don't you use your reservoir?
U don't have to clean hose,or mask? The lady that set it up,said I do,an I called the vendor an they said no,I had some questions,
@@rosemaryhirneisen7705 Most do clean them and of course it reduces the possibility of harmful germ accumulation. I just never do and I myself have never had an issue but that does not mean I won't. Best way to go would seem to be to clean, less risk that way. I'm lazy and mostly I am extremely forgetful.
@vlugovsky a lot of people don't use the humidity on the c pap machines so they don't need a water reservoir.
Am I going to die? I just checked and I've been using the same cpap gear for the past 4 1/2 months. I clean my mask daily with a cpap wipe then after with some water then I dry it. Then every Sunday I clean all my supplies. (except a couple Sundays I missed) All my gear mask and chamber are in great shape still. Is it really necessary to keep replacing it all the time when it's all still in good shape with no issues? To me that just seems like a waste of money. The supplies aren't cheap so it's not like we're talking about a couple dollars here and there. Were talking about $200 if I replace everything. I wonder how people can afford to do that. Am I the only one who is thinking about just using what I have as long as I keep cleaning it until something is damaged? And what if it never gets damaged. Am I going to die to just continue cleaning it and using it? I know there are many older people who use CPAPs that might be on SSI or on a limited income. How can they afford to switch out all their equipment every 3 or 6 months (or when recommended by the manufacturer) To me it just seems like a waste to keep replacing perfectly good equipment if it's been cleaned. Edited to add: I just put a mask, chamber and hose into a shopping cart at cpap.com and the total was $251! So are you saying I have to do this every 3 months or 6 months or whatever?? Please say no or this is going to suck.
Tracy, you're not going to die, I promise! Although, I do wonder what mask you're using. I can put together a complete DreamWear Silicone Nasal Pillows mask for like $35... but ONLY if I buy the parts individually. And that can get tricky because there are a lot of counterfeit sellers on Amazon.
Let me know exactly what mask you're using and I'll see if I can find a trusted seller for the component parts. CPAP Supply USA is a great seller on Amazon, by the way. They're the wholesaler that many DMEs order their masks from!
Are u on Medicare and have a secondary insurance? They pay for what I need
@@donnabembeneck7025 No I'm to young for that.
@@AdventureswithCPAP Woops I just saw this now.
My cpap machine is a ResMed AirSense10
my chamber is a ResMed.
My mask is: Fisher & Paykel Simplus Full Face CPAP Mask with HeadgearSimplus Full Face CPAP Mask with Headgear - Medium (With Medium/Large Headgear)
And my tubing ResMed
Happy with what I got because I don't want to switch to anything else that I may not like.
@@tracy3066, ugh! I checked the CPAP Supply USA page on Amazon (they're one of few providers through Amazon that I trust), and it appears that the Simplus is one of the few F&P masks they don't carry.
amzn.to/3MY25Md
I do the same thing with a hose brush.
I didn’t realize you couldn’t just let it hang and dry.
I do. Not in sunlight though.
He said you could hang it to dry
@@latitude1904 thanks for clarification
Omg. So slow and tedious!!!! Sorry, I ran out of patience
I had no idea hurricane dryers existed. To Google!
If you're in the US, Amazon has them! amzn.to/3RCggc9
New videos coming?
I sure hope so, friend! I’ve got several I want to do, and now that I’m able to sit, I just need to find the time! I started a new podcast recently and that’s eating up a lot of free time, but I have two CPAP videos in different stages of planning!
The doctor told me about the ozone.
I was told to use baby shampoo.
The VA told me to use Dawn dishwash liquid
@@joepall323The VA wants us to die.
Not trying to be funny but you must don't clean your sink, just playing Not. Clean your sink like you clean your cpap
If they use dawn to clean birds and animals must not be that harsh.
Because it smells terrible and you can't rinse it out.
Dawn will degrade the silicon and plastics quicker than Ivory or Dove dish soaps.
@@dianebekel9326wrong
I would NEVER use So Clean. It emits Ozone gas. Ozone corrodes metals etc.You want to destroy your $900 dollar machine????