How to Clean Inside the Tank of a ResMed CPAP

CPAP, or Continuous Positive Airway Pressure, are medical devices designed to treat obstructive sleep apnea. With a CPAP device, patients wear a pressurized mask over their nose to provide pressure to hold open their soft tissue within the airway, allowing them to breath during sleep. Some models come equipped with a humidifier to help prevent drying of the patient's nose and throat. Manufacturers typically specify cleaning schedules and procedures within the owner's manual for a particular piece of equipment.

Things You'll Need

• Water
• Mild detergent
• Vinegar
• Towel

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Instructions

Daily Cleaning

• 1

  Unplug the CPAP device. Empty the excess water from within the humidifier.

• 2

  Wash the interior of the humidifier and pressure hose with warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse completely.

• 3

  Allow the interior to completely air dry by placing it on a clean towel away from harmful sunlight.

Weekly Cleaning

• 4

  Clean the humidifier chamber as you would daily.

• 5

  Pour a mixture of one part vinegar to 10 parts water into the chamber. Allow it to sit for 10 minutes.

• 6

  Drain the humidifier and rinse it with water. Allow the humidifier to air dry before reassembly.