Replacement Schedule

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.