Masks
Replace: Every 3 Months
Why Replace: Contact with your skin may breakdown plastic. May develop cracks or even break.
Headgear
Replace: Every 6 Months
Why Replace: You sweat during the night. You clean headgear. Material stretches out over time and your mask is no longer fitting properly.
Cushions/Pillows
Replace: Monthly
Why Replace: In constant contact with your skin which contain oils. Oils and daily cleaning breakdown silicone. May cause irritation or air leaks.
Tubing
Replace: Every 3 Months
Why Replace: May develop tears or small holes causing air leaks. May be noisy. May not be receiving full prescribed pressure.
Water Chamber
Replace: Every 6 Months
Why Replace: May become cracked, discolored, cloudy or have a film deposit.
Disposable Filters
Replace: Monthly
Why Replace: CPAP machine uses room air. The filter removes dust and other particles in the air before they reach the machine and you. Change every 4 to 6 weeks.
Reusable Filters
Replace: Every 6 Months
Why Replace: CPAP machine uses room air. The filter removes dust and other particles in the air before they reach the machine and you. Change every 6 months.