ResMed AirFit F30 Full Face CPAP Mask

The differences lie in the headgear and cushion.

AirFit F20: This mask features a traditional full face cushion. Shaped like a triangle, it covers your mouth and nose entirely, including the nose bridge. The headgear comes with four adjustment straps.

AirFit F30: This mask offers a more open design. The minimalist cushion covers your mouth and sits under your nose, leaving the nose bridge free. Air flows through openings at the top of the cushion directly into your nostrils. The AirFit F30 headgear features an additional adjustment strap at the top of the head, with five adjustment straps total.

The differences lie in the cushion, mask to hose connection and headgear.

Cushion: The AirFit F40 features a 100% silicone cushion, while the AirFit F30 has a silicone cushion with a plastic backing.

Mask to hose connection: The AirFit F30 mask features an elbow swivel connection while the AirFit F40 comes with a short tubing and swivel.

Headgear: The AirFit F30 has five adjustment straps, including one at the top of the head. The AirFit F40 has four straps and lacks the top crown strap.

Weekly cleaning: headgear

Daily cleaning: frame, cushion, elbow

1. Disassemble the mask.
2. Soak the mask parts in warm water with mild soap. Avoid soaking for more than 10 minutes.
3. Scrub the vent holes on the elbow with a soft bristle brush.
4. Rinse all parts thoroughly under running water, squeezing out excess water from the headgear. 
5. Lay parts out to air dry away from direct sunlight.

To maintain the best fit and seal for your CPAP therapy, we recommend replacing the entire mask, including the headgear and frame, every 6 months.

The silicone cushion, however, may need to be replaced more frequently, typically every 2 to 3 months. Silicone naturally softens over time, which can affect its ability to create a good seal.

1. Gently pull the mask away from your face and then release it, allowing the cushion seal to inflate and settle comfortably around your mouth and under your nose.
2. Make sure to clean both your mask cushion and your face, as facial oils can interfere with the seal. 
3. Ensure you're wearing your AirFit F30 mask according to the fitting instructions in the user guide. The way you put on the mask significantly impacts the seal.
4. Adjust your headgear as necessary. 
5. Try a larger or smaller cushion or headgear size. 
6. Replace any worn out mask parts. 

If your CPAP mask still leaks after following all those troubleshooting steps, a different mask style may be a better option. Feel free to contact RespShop for assistance in choosing a different mask.