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Re: How to clean heated humidifier


Posted by Jo (Seattle, WA) on October 07, 1998 at 20:22:01:

In Reply to: How to clean heated humidifier posted by Jimi on October 07, 1998 at 19:28:19:

Hi Jimi...welcome!!

I have a heated humidifier....cleanliness is very important when it comes to warm water - buggies tend to flourish in that environment.

I wash the humidifier container and (the detachable silicone outer shell of my mask) in antibacterial soap each morning - rinse very well with a vinegar/water solution - and put them on a clean towel to air dry. I also unhook the humidifier hose (which attaches directly to the BiPAP) attach the 6-foot BiPAP hose to the machine and fire it up! While I'm washing the mask-n-stuff I let the machine blow dry the hose - works like a charm!

On Saturday, I toss the humidifier base and container into the dishwasher. The hoses are thoroughly cleaned with antibacterial soap and soaked in a 50/50 mix of white vinegar and water....I rinse them thoroughly and blow dry using the BiPAP or let them airdry over the shower rod if there's no hurry.

I use home distilled water in the humidifier and dry the hose thoroughly each morning - my mask is kept very clean as are the filters.

We all have different methods, I'm sure....hope this helps.

Jo

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