By Patty - Certified Polysomnographic Technician
CPAP Cleaning and Replacement
| Equipment | Cleaning | Replacement |
| Machine & Humidifier (if applicable) | Wipe down the machine every 2 weeks with a damp cloth |
Approximately every 5 years or as needed |
| Mask Cushion |
Daily - wash with warm water and mild soap. Rinse well and air dry away from direct sunlight. |
Every 2 - 3 months for optimal seal |
| Mask Headgear & Frame |
Once a week - wash with warm water and mild soap. Rinse well and air dry away from direct sunlight. |
Every 6 - 12 months |
| Humidifier/Water Chamber | **Use distilled water only when filling the chamber** Once a week - wash with warm water and mild soap. Rinse well and air dry away from direct sunlight. |
Every 6 - 12 months for optimal and bacteria-free therapy. |
| Heated or Non-Heated Tubing |
Once a week - wash with warm water and mild soap. Rinse well and air dry away from direct sunlight. Hang over shower curtain rod to dry. **switching between two hoses will give each hose the opportunity to dry fully after each wash** |
Every 3 months, or 6 months if you are switching between two hoses. |
*A toothbrush is an excellent tool to help clean all the nooks and crannies on your CPAP mask.
CPAP Equipment Disinfection
Disinfect the CPAP mask, humidifier chamber, and hose once a month with 1 part white vinegar and 3 parts water. Soak for 20-30 minutes or as needed. Rinse well.
Filter Replacement
Here is how often you should change your CPAP filter based on the specific filter you have.
| Filter | Replacement Schedule |
| ResMed | |
| S9/AirSense 10/11 Disposable Filter S9/AirSense 10/11 Disposable Hypoallergenic Filter |
Every 2 - 6 months depending on air quality and dust build-up |
| AirMini Disposable Fine Filter | Every 2 - 6 months depending on air quality and dust build-up |
| Philips Respironics | |
| DreamStation Light Blue Ultra Fine Disposable Filter | Every 30 days |
| DreamStation Dark Blue Reusable Pollen Filter |
Every 6 months **switching between two filters will give each filter the opportunity to dry fully after washing** |
| DreamStation 2 Light Blue Ultra Fine Disposable Filter | Every 30 days |
| DreamStation 2 Gray Reusable Pollen Filter |
Every 6 months **switching between two filters will give each filter the opportunity to dry fully after washing** |
| DreamStation Go Travel CPAP Disposable Fine Filter | Every 30 days |
| DreamStation Go Travel CPAP Reusable Pollen Filter |
Every 6 months **switching between two filters will give each filter the opportunity to dry fully after washing** |
| System One 50/60 Series, M Series Ultra Fine Disposable Filter | Every 1 - 2 months depending on air quality and dust build-up |
| System One 50/60 Series, M Series Reusable Foam Filter |
Every 6 months **switching between two filters will give each filter the opportunity to dry fully after washing** |
| Fisher & Paykel | |
| SleepStyle Disposable Air Filter | Every 2 - 6 months depending on air quality and dust build-up |
| ICON Auto, Premo, and Novo Disposable Filter | Every 6 weeks depending on air quality and dust build-up |
| React Health/3B Medical | |
| Luna G3 Reusable Air Filter |
Every 6 months **switching between two filters will give each filter the opportunity to dry fully after washing** |
| Apex Medical | |
| XT Series Reusable Foam Filter |
Every 6 months **switching between two filters will give each filter the opportunity to dry fully after washing** |
| Breas | |
| Z1/Z2 Disposable Filter | Every 1 month depending on air quality and dust build-up |
| Transcend | |
| Micro Purefresh Reusable Air Filter |
Every 6 months **switching between two filters will give each filter the opportunity to dry fully after washing** |
| Resvent | |
| iBreeze Disposable Air Filter | Every 2 - 4 weeks depending on air quality and dust build-up |
| Beyond Medical | |
| ResPlus Reusable Air Filter | Every 2 months depending on air quality and dust build-up**switching between two filters will give each filter the opportunity to dry fully after washing** |
