CPAP Care Tips and Recommendations

Daily care.

• Each morning, wipe your nasal pillows or the gel/cushion portion of your mask with a warm wet washcloth.

• If you are getting a buildup of facial oils, causing irritation on the gel/cushion portion of your mask or nasal pillows, daily washing with soapy water may be necessary.

Important: Never use alcohol on the mask or nasal pillows.

• Empty the water in the humidifier chamber when you wake, letting it air dry all day. Refill with water before using it at night.

Weekly care.

• Wash long tubing, water chamber, headgear, and mask with warm soapy water. Be sure to use a pure soap such as Ivory, Neutrogena, or Jergens. Anti-bacterial or skin softening soap is not recommended. Rinse well and allow to air dry all day.

• Wipe the machine with a soft, damp cloth.

Monthly care.

• If desired, you may wash your water chamber and long tubing in 1-part white vinegar to 3 parts water. Be sure to rinse well and wash in warm soapy water after. Again, rinse well. This will help ensure that your tubing stays as clean as possible until it needs to be replaced. There are sterilization machines available for CPAP equipment, but they are costly and not needed in most cases.