CPAP Resources

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Now that you have a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (or CPAP) machine, here are a few resources you'll need.

CPAP Therapy Troubleshooting Guide

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSES	WHAT TO DO
No pressure/flow from the machine	Power cord may be disconnected from machine	Plug power cord into grounded outlet and make sure connection to machine is secure
	Power switch in the off position	Make sure power switch is turned to on position
	No power to outlet	Check for power outage, try another outlet, check if your outlet is controlled by a light switch, check to make sure GFCI and/or breaker aren't flipped
	Equipment malfunction	Contact Dallas Sleep or manufacturer
Air from the machine is too hot	Blocked vent	Look for and remove any obstructions
	Temperature setting on the humidifier is too high or the temperature in the room is too hot	Lower the temperature on the humidifier or lower the temperature in the room
	Tubing under the blanket	Keep the tubing above the blanket while sleeping to lower the air temperature
	Dirty filters	Clean or replace filters
Air from the machine is too cold	Temperature setting on the humidifier is too low or the temperature in the room is too cold	Raise the temperature on the humidifier or raise the temperature in the room
	Tubing under the blanket	Keep the tubing under the blanket while sleeping to raise the air temperature
Dry mouth or nose	The flow from the CPAP is drying the membranes	Increase the humidifier settings
Eye irritation	Mask may be leaking air into your eyes	Adjust your mask or headgear to remove leak
Mouth falls open during sleep	High pressure levels or mouth breather	Contact Dallas Sleep about a full face mask or a chin strap
Air leaks around the mask	Mask not fitting properly	Re-adjust your mask and headgear
Sore on forehead or bridge of nose	Headgear too tight	Loosen headgear
	Wrong size mask	Contact Dallas Sleep
	Inappropriate fitting mask	Contact Dallas Sleep
Initial symptoms worsen or reappear (snoring, daytime sleepiness, etc.)	Weight gain	Contact Dallas Sleep
	Pressure setting incorrect	Contact Dallas Sleep

CPAP and Supplies Cleaning Schedule

SUPPLIES	FREQUENCY	WHAT TO DO
CPAP Mask or Nasal Pillows	Daily	Wash your face before putting on your mask each night. Mask should be washed daily with warm soapy water and rinsed well. Allow to air dry on towel.
Humidifier Chamber	Daily	Always fill with distilled water before using. Chamber should be washed daily with warm soapy water and rinsed well. Allow to dry on towel.
Tubing	Weekly	Once every week wash the tube with warm soapy water and rinse well. Allow to air dry.
Humidifier Chamber	Weekly	Wash with warm soapy water and rinse well. Soak in 1 part vinegar to 3 parts water for 30 minutes. Rinse well and allow to dry on a towel.
Headgear	Weekly	Hand wash in warm soapy water and rinse well. Allow to air dry.
Exterior of Machine	Weekly	Wipe with a damp cloth.
Disposable Filter		Do not wash – replace white disposable filter every month!

CPAP Resupply Eligibility (for most insurance, please check with yours to verify)

ITEM	REPLACE
Full face mask and headgear	Every 6 months
Full face cushion replacement	Every 1 month
Nasal mask and headgear	Every 6 months
Nasal cushion replacement	Every 1 month (Medicare = 2 per month)
Nasal pillow mask and headgear	Every 6 months
Nasal pillow replacement	Every 1 month (Medicare = 2 per month)
Chinstrap	Every 6 months
Tubing	Every 3 months
Filters	Every 1 month (Medicare = 2 per month)
Water Chamber	Medicare = Every 6 months

For any questions about CPAP resupply or cleaning you can email Trisha (plicea@dallas-sleep.com) or Unique (umason@dallas-sleep.com)

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Now that you have a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (or CPAP) machine, here are a few resources you'll need.

CPAP Therapy Troubleshooting Guide

CPAP and Supplies Cleaning Schedule

CPAP Resupply Eligibility (for most insurance, please check with yours to verify)