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Anyone use CPAP sanitizing machines? - sleepingbetterinFl - 09-09-2024
I was advised by DME company which supplies my CPAP equipment that I invest in sanitizing UV cleaner . Anyone recommend this system and any advice>. The So clean one is too steep in price for me but I am open to other suggestions. Is this better than hand cleaning the mask parts?
RE: Anyone use CPAP sanitizing machines? - Big Guy - 09-09-2024
I have a sanitizing system for the parts, such as hose, mask, headgear, etc. I've used it a couple of times but kind of gave up on it. It's like a large bag that you put the stuff in.
I hand wash my mask system and hose. I've never heard of sanitizing the machine itself, if it's even possible. They one I bought was very reasonably priced. It was like $50.00 or so.
Anyways, DME suppliers want to sell you as much stuff as they think they can get away with.
RE: Anyone use CPAP sanitizing machines? - Nightynite - 09-09-2024
I agree with Big Guy. Forget the DME. Clean by hand.
RE: Anyone use CPAP sanitizing machines? - G. Szabo - 09-09-2024
(09-09-2024, 03:14 PM)Nightynite Wrote: Forget the DME. Clean by hand.
In addition, both ozonisers and UV cleaners generate ozone, which disintegrates plastics, which eventually end up in your lungs as dust.
RE: Anyone use CPAP sanitizing machines? - Deborah K. - 09-09-2024
Yep, those cleaners are bad for both your machine and your health. We each had one but stopped using them long ago.
RE: Anyone use CPAP sanitizing machines? - SarcasticDave94 - 09-09-2024
Correct, it'll damage the plastic and you. Skip it, save the money, go get a big coffee.
RE: Anyone use CPAP sanitizing machines? - Tampa Jim - 09-09-2024
As noted, they will degrade components, not just your pocketbook. Mild soap, warm water, drip dry, done.