Cleaning your mask in the home
Your mask and headgear should only be gently handwashed.
Daily/After each use:
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Disassemble the mask components according to the disassembly
instructions.
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Thoroughly clean the separated mask components (excluding
headgear), by gently rubbing in warm (approximately 86°F/30°C)
water using mild soap.
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To optimize the mask seal, facial oils should be removed from the
cushion after use.
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Use a soft bristle brush to clean the vent.
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Inspect each component and if required, repeat washing until
visually clean.
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Rinse all components well with drinking quality water and allow to
air dry out of direct sunlight.
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When all components are dry, reassemble according to the
reassembly instructions.
Weekly:
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Handwash the headgear.
WARNING
Do not use aromatic-based solutions or scented oils (eg,
eucalyptus or essential oils), bleach, alcohol or products that
smell strongly (eg, citrus) to clean any of the mask components.
Residual vapours from these solutions can be inhaled if not
rinsed thoroughly. They may also damage the mask.
CAUTION
If any visible deterioration of a system component is apparent
(cracking, crazing, tears etc), or, if after cleaning, any component
remains unclean, the component should be discarded and
replaced.
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