Cleaning The Cushion; Cleaning The Frame And Elbow - ResMed AirFit F20 User Manual

WARNING

As part of good hygiene, always follow cleaning
instructions. Some cleaning products may damage the
mask, its parts and their function, or leave harmful
residual vapours that could be inhaled if not rinsed
thoroughly.

Regularly clean your mask and its components to
maintain the quality of your mask and to prevent the
growth of germs that can adversely affect your health.
CAUTION

Visible criteria for product inspection: If any visible
deterioration of a system component is apparent
(cracking, discoloration, tears, etc.), the component
should be discarded and replaced.

The cushion must not be submerged in liquid as this
may damage the cushion and affect mask
performance.

Discard the cushion if it is submerged in liquid or
heavily soiled.

Cleaning the cushion

You do not need to clean the cushion every day. If any visible
deterioration of the cushion is apparent, the cushion should be
discarded and replaced.

If required, wipe the outside of the foam cushion with
CPAP wipes or similar alcohol-free wipes and allow to dry.

Do not rinse or submerge in liquid

Do not expose to domestic cleaning products or cleaning
devices

Do not store or place in direct sunlight.

Cleaning the frame and elbow

Daily:
1. Disassemble the mask components according to the
disassembly instructions.
2. Rinse the frame and elbow under running water.
3. Clean with a soft brush until dirt is removed.
4. Soak the components in warm water (approximately
30°C) with a mild liquid detergent for up to ten minutes.
5. Shake the components vigorously in the water for at least
one minute.
6. Brush the moving part of the elbow and around the vent
holes.
7. Brush the areas of the frame where the arms connect,
and inside and outside the frame where the elbow
connects.
8. Rinse the components under running water.
9. Leave the components to air dry out of direct sunlight.
Make sure to squeeze the arms of the frame to ensure
excess water is removed.
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