As a P10 user for years now. I am SO glad you did this test. THANK YOU!. I was on the fence of buying a So Clean!

I used to get sinus infections on the regular. Since using So Clean over 2 years ago I have had no sinus infections.

@thebuyingseller

Жыл бұрын

Spot on. This guy is an amateur “scientist” that has an opinion, not facts.

@scowell

4 ай бұрын

This did not age well.

@zaphot6056

4 ай бұрын

@@scowell Care to explain why please?

@scowell

4 ай бұрын

@@zaphot6056 Ozone destroys parts of your cpap machine... it's very bad for you too. “The FDA has identified several manufacturers that are marketing ozone gas or UV light-based products claiming to clean, disinfect or sanitize CPAP devices and accessories in the home,” said William H. Maisel, M.D., M.P.H, director of the Office of Product Evaluation and Quality in the FDA’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health. “Exposure to high levels of ozone gas may worsen a patients’ existing chronic respiratory diseases or increase the chance of a respiratory infection. UV light-based products could cause burns, eye damage or increase the risk of skin cancer due to over exposure. The FDA has contacted manufacturers of products making these claims and asked them to submit data demonstrating their safety and effectiveness.” The FDA has received 11 reports from 2017-2019 from patients experiencing cough, difficult breathing, nasal irritation, headaches, asthma attacks and other breathing complaints when ozone gas-based products were used to clean, sanitize or disinfect CPAP devices and accessories. The FDA has not received any adverse event reports for UV light products claiming to clean, disinfect or sanitize CPAP devices and accessories.

@scowell

4 ай бұрын

@@zaphot6056 Uh, watch the video?

I worked at a winery for 10+ years. We used ozone to sanitize barrels. PVC hoses used to transport ozonated water into the barrels had frequent leaks. We switched to silicone hoses because they were advertised as having better ozone resistance. The silicone hoses lasted much longer. Ozone (O3) is a strong oxidizer.

@StephanieP3

3 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad I don’t drink. 😂

@Freecpapadvice

3 жыл бұрын

I'm going to start. Need me some OZONE!!!

@kenbarnes2224

3 жыл бұрын

@@Freecpapadvice ozone doesn't linger for long in empty wine barrels. It fairly quickly uses itself up oxidizing germs and other stuff. So you won't get any from drinking wine.

The strawberry plants definitely added to my enjoyment, thanks for being so considerate :)

@Freecpapadvice

3 жыл бұрын

Strawberry plants add a sense of......calm. They are natures massage chair. Pretty sure I saw that on NatGeo.

@ges4934

3 жыл бұрын

@@Freecpapadvice lol!

@lalaithan

2 жыл бұрын

@@Freecpapadvice Fo' real.

Been using So Clean for over 2 years. My masks last a year. My machine has had no issues.

Thank you. I just received a new CPAP machine today (Philips bad foam) and I was using the SoClean and there was a lot of yellowing inside the machine but not on my mask. My “dealer” told me not to use the SoClean. You made me appreciate the decision to toss it. I didn’t think that it could damage the machine itself.

I want to tell people how important it is to wear your CPAP. I wore it but I wore it and then didn't wear it then wore it and pull it off at night and I found out that I have pulmonary hypertension which can be caused by having sleep apnea. So please wear your CPAP so you're not having those times of obstructive sleep apnea or just apnea.

I’ve lost track of all the TWSS and TWHS that I needed to do during this video. Ridiculous! Epic level material!!!

I’ve looked into using the cleaning machines and just think it was a waste of money and your video confirms my thoughts. Thank you.

Yes. Also mention that getting the oil off of the mask makes a better seal. I told pts when it is clean it sticks to the skin and makes a better seal. When it gets the facial oils on there and feels slick and it leaks. Don't know if the discoloration effects anything - probably makes it brittle but not known.

Good video. Changed my mind about using my Soclean. Subscribed.

Thanks for sharing your expertise on this important subject-matter...

So glad You did this experiment 😎👍🏼 I have a SoClean I stopped using when my CPAP machine brand found to have seal leak due to Ozone. I looked at Medicare and DME. After 13 months rental, I own it. So I threw it away. The DME provider told me I couldn’t throw it away and ask for a new one. They had no replacements & waiting for info from CPAP machine manufacturers. I told Him, I own it, the Seals may be degraded and I want a new one. I worked up to talk to the owner. I asked if they had new CPAP machines for sale in their store. He said Yes. I said I want one. They finally relented. Your video affirms my decision to dump my SoClean.TY

Well, after seeing this, my Rescomf ozone cleaner will be on sale... Wish I had seen such a test before buying this. I love to way you introduce humour into your videos. Congrats!

It takes some time for the Ozone to damage the hose. And it depends on the concentration of the ozone. The more UV light that is exposed to the air the higher the ozone levels will be. Normally when generating Ozone, a metal shield is fitted over the long UV light and can be slide over the light or pulled off the light by a certain amount. This makes the amount of UV light exposed to the air change. I worked for the EPA and ran the Ozone monitor. I watched the Indiana State Board of Health Air Pollution Control Air Monitoring Section guys come to town from INDY to calibrate the ozone machine. They had different settings on the light shield inside their Ozone calibration devise that they used to generate various ozone levels from 0 to 0.5 PPM Ozone and then check the Ozone monitor's response. Our ozone monitor had a zero knob and a high point know that was calibrated and could be changed to read the correct ozone reading while ozone at various concentration was fed into the machine. The slope was set, and the Beckman Ozone monitor was then calibrated. Now I'm thinking that these ozone cleaning devices use UV light inside them to break the O2 molecules in the air into O3 and O. Both are highly reactive which is how they kill bacteria and fungal spore in the tubing and mask. The slower the air flow in the cleaning device the higher the exposure to UV light will be and the higher the ozone concentrations will be.

I picked up the Hurricane dryer based on your recommendation- very happy with the purchase,

😆 I can’t..”A hole for me to stick my tube” Bow chick a bow wow ♥️ I came here to learn about my dumb CPAP and you made me laugh. Thanks 😊 I needed that

Well it seemed like a good idea at the time. Thanks for the info and the humor.

What a great experiment. Thanks for the hard work

@Freecpapadvice

8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Love your sense of humor!

Hi there! Thanx a lot for your videos, explanations and guidance. Best greetings from Vienna Austria 🇦🇹

Very helpful info, Jason! I 've noticed yellowing of ResMed mask cushions but didn't think Ozone (via NUWAVE) was the cause. Now I know better!

i use a ozone product for my cpap and have no problem with it. I actually have had less respiratory infections since using it. Now the key is to thoroughly cleaning mask tubing and all attachments prior to ozone sanitation. I also clean the machine with a cpap cleaning wipe then begin the process of ozone sanitation. Following full instructions at all times.

I just started using a cpap machine in the last 3 months and friends keep telling me I need to get a SoClean. I just don't know but after seeing this I really don't want to waste my money. I clean it each morning and I think I'm gonna wait! Thanks for the info!!

Dude, you crack me up. As a relatively new customer of CPAP, I find your info. very interesting. Also, your content and delivery are great. Enjoy! Don.

I appreciate the test you did. I was considering getting a So Clean to sanitize my CPAP machine, but I will continue using Dawn and warm water. And simply replace my equipment as needed.

@oldrango883

Жыл бұрын

Do not use the SoClean machine on any CPAP! It will destroy the internals. Takes about 6 mos to a year then you’ll be left to buy another $1k machine and SoClean won’t give you a cent to help out.

Good Video .Thanks for the information 🙂

I've been using a ACPAP system for a little over 3yrs. now and I've had an Ozone cleaner all along - I've only ever put my mask/hose/tank in a container similar to the one you use to demonstrate with and it's always come out just fine with no "yellowing" or degradation of parts. It was never a real concern for me one way or another because I replace all of the parts I mentioned every few of months anyway.

@zancrus9629

6 ай бұрын

This I used a soclean on my airsense 9 the entire time I had it until the motor gave me the end of life message. I would run it everyday and would only scrub everything down once a week. Never had an issue with it. Just got a new airsense 10. I might give taking the 9 apart and see how the foam looks. I know I never got foam in my water tank so I'm unsure if the foam broke down or not.

Thank you for this! I had been hoping to buy an ozone cleaner, but couldn't afford them! Now I don't feel so bad about that!

Initially I thought this video might be off, BUT, after watching and then checking the Resmed website I have to agree with you. Even Resmed will not warranty damage to the unit due to Ozone cleaning units, although they do not specifically recommend against there use. Now I feel stupid for for recently purchasing my SoClean2. Oh we’ll lesson learned. At least now after watching this video I can prevent the premature failure of my unit.

@mommajan1

2 жыл бұрын

yeah, I feel stupid as well. I was just being lazy about washing my tubing once a week. so I caved and bought a So Clean. I hate that smell that comes from the machine while it's in use daily, airs out in about an hour but that can't be great on your lungs

@thebuyingseller

Жыл бұрын

🤣🤣 You both crack me up. Keep believing this dude, I have used a SoClean2 for 3 years and the cpap works just fine.

Wow awesome experiment! Funny too, thanks! 🌸

I use one part of vinegar and three part of water once a week to clean mask and tubing. Hand soap for head ban and foam. No issues in the in the last six years of doing this.

@gardenman3

2 жыл бұрын

How long does it take your tubing to dry. I use the same as you do on the tubing. I hang it up and it takes it several days to dry.

So glad I came across this. I was thinking about getting a So-Clean. Now I'm NOT! Thanks!! What about UV cleaners?

@alaefarmestatesllc

2 жыл бұрын

He said it’s stupid

I think you need to do the ozone test without butter and conductive paste inside. Anything inside the box will out gas and contribute to that discoloration you see. It’s possible the material would have discolored anyways but I think the two substances you added to the box may have contributed significantly to the discoloration.

Glad I saw this! Husband just got a cpap 2 weeks ago, he doesn't clean it, I do, because he doesn't...I was considering this, so he'd actually clean it, guess I'll stick with adding it to my daily routine!

@garymiller7087

3 жыл бұрын

My wife cleans my cpap equipment too and she hates it lol

I use a VirtuClean and love it. I've used it since I started CPAP therapy a couple years ago. I use mask cleaners for hubby's mask, but mine is foam, replaced monthly. I've not had the first problem, so feel like it's working great. My question is what to use to clean the actual machine if Dawn is used along with an equipment dryer. It is necessary?

@fitybux4664

2 жыл бұрын

What is an equipment dryer? Just leave the machine on mask test.

I use Mask Bright. IMHO it is the best product ever to use on your cpap equipment. Keep up the good work Lanky Lefty!

@Freecpapadvice

3 жыл бұрын

I approve this message. Fact of the day: Robert Hartnett is the smartest man on the internet.

@thebuyingseller

Жыл бұрын

@@Freecpapadvice LMAO He has probably posted something somewhere that is bass ackwards, just like your “testing” 🤣🤣 But keep thinking this brotha, keep pushing your agenda.

Wow.... and Now June 27th, 2021 all most all except latest Phillips cpap and bipap machines have been recalled due to interior sound deading foam degradation and even worse degradation with Ozone cleaners!! Your instincts were right on point!

@bigdmc6459

4 ай бұрын

The recall had nothing to do with it. They used bad materials in the machines. And they deteriorated over time mine was replaced last year never used an ozone cleaner.

Thank you!! You did us a favor.

I'm sticking with mask bright and Dove cleaning my CPAP equipment.

@Freecpapadvice

3 жыл бұрын

Me too!!!

@suzypenguin

3 жыл бұрын

Me also!

@cpapcyborg

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah buddy!

@secretstars

2 жыл бұрын

How often do you do this? I’m a new user. The medical supply company suggested once per week. I just don’t know about that, even if it is a hassle! My biggest issue is that it takes forever to dry after washing and I can’t imagine that it’s good to breathe in that condensation from cleaning. Any tricks on drying?

I use so clean. I have chronic congestion due to having a tumor in my sinuses when I was younger. Since using so clean my congestion is alot better. I'm not griping with you. Just giving another side. How long do most cpap/bipap machines last. My newest one just died which I had for almost four years. Luckily I kept my old one as back as I just started a new job and haven't gotten insurance yet. Also is there a different type of cleaning device for my bipap machine I can use. I also replace my hose and seal every three months

I use so clean . No problems or yellowing. I do clean the nasal pillows with a wipe before placing in machine. It has been 5 months. Change pillows monthly.

I have used the so clean for over 4 years I have never seen my pillows yellow and I will admit I use them more then the recommended 30 days of use it has cut down on my allergies

Well, you just blew up my thought process re: O³ cleaners. Interesting study. Thanks for bringing this to the light of day.

@LNichols429

2 жыл бұрын

You mentioned Dawn dish soap. I was told to never use Dawn because it would break down the silicone. Does it?

@Freecpapadvice

2 жыл бұрын

Not at all. Dawn is very gentle.

seriously guys and gals can we agree on the best none ozone method of cleaning the tubing and the machine itself. Please! Thanks for your work Lman you saved me some bucks $$$

Thanks for saving me money! I picked up the hurricane dryer and mask bright instead for half the price. Looking forward to it showing up next week! You’re the reason I stayed away from the ozone cleaners.

@joelseph98

3 жыл бұрын

Mask bright is awesome! Love the orange scent. Udaman!

@julienkinders1341

3 жыл бұрын

The hurricane dryer is my favourite CPAP splurge! I love it, and highly recommend it!

Love the vid. Was there a powered air source into the control?

@Freecpapadvice

3 жыл бұрын

No.

I use Ozon Cleaner every day for now 3 years and once week I clean it with dishsoap and vinegar and my Dreamwear equipment never turned yellow. So for me it has something to do with the kind of plastic is used and plastic whitch turns yellow are normaly lower quality.

@jtro3452

3 жыл бұрын

Thats is technically what you are supposed to do. But people get one of these cleaners and dont think they nees to clean their supplies with soap anymore.

Loved the video and appreciated the comparison, great info. I get a new mask unit every month (insurance covers). I wash my mask, hose, tank daily with Dawn but will continue to sanitize my entire unit 1-2 times a month with my SoClean 2 primarily to sanitize my Resmed 10 unit and my heated hose. Because I get a new mask unit monthly, yellowing will never be an issue for me. Do you have any recommendations for cleaning the Resmed 10 unit...or do you think it ever needs cleaning?

@Freecpapadvice

3 жыл бұрын

That's a really good question. I have heard of instances where there is mold growth in the units (not sure where exactly). I've never actually seen this...but trying to do an image/video search it seems like it's only in the humidifier chamber. I recommend daily removal of this. This certainly shouldn't be taken as fact, but I don't see any reason to ever clean anything inside the CPAP machine other than the humidifier chamber.

@janl5342

3 жыл бұрын

@@Freecpapadvice Thank you for your response.....

@shariakers2387

3 жыл бұрын

@@janl5342 The SoClean2 machine sanitizes the reservoir - and the water it contains, as part of the process. The Check Valve that you had to install on the modified reservoir lid, prevents water from leaving the reservoir and entering either machine. Using “Ozone” for the decontamination of medical equipment is industry standard in hospitals. Discoloration is harmless. The warranty of CPAP machines is only 1-3 years and, generally speaking, most patients CPAP therapy is covered by their insurance. This includes machine, headgear, frame, filters, and masks. This “test” was unconventional at best. Also, the tester has stated he has never actually worked with a “SoClean” machine so how can he speak to its performance? He cannot. He can only state his opinion as a sleep tech, about ozone. You use the machine, you know it works. If you are happy, that is your answer. Be well, rest well. I wish you continued good health.

What’s the best way to clean CPAP machines and and gear?

I have been using the soclean for 3 years and have a resmed 10 cpap and use simplex full face mask changing the cushion every month and really don't have any problems with my cpap machine.

Jason, yet another highly entertaining video. Be sure to tell your wife thanks for putting up with this experiment for so long! I appreciate you educating all of us b/c who knew any of this before?????? And I do mean any of this!! A totally foreign world that we are forced to navigate all by ourselves, usually in the dead of night. But wait! We have Jason! Thanks, buddy!

I think you are right about the motor I used it and they had to replace the Motor that’s why I’m using the CPAP wipes

🌿Ty.....Yep I use simple dish soap for years. All is well. Jason does a Respironics inline filter work for ALL respironics equipment?

I use a ResMed 9 cpap machine that is over 10 years old and I have cleaned my system with a SoClean model 2 for the last 5 years on a daily basis. The ResMed still works properly and is not showing any damage.

Editing on point. Hilarious!

I have had a SoClean for about 5 years or so and I stopped using it about a year and a half ago because it keep breaking my Resmed A-10 machine. Seemed like a good product on the surface but not so much if it breaks you CPAP machine. Luckily my CPAP was replaced under warranty but the people at that gave me my replacement machine the second time suggested that I not use my SoClean anymore. No issues since then.

@Freecpapadvice

3 жыл бұрын

Didn't realize you're a KZreadr as well. Even saw a CPAP in the random video of yours I checked out. 😄

@Paisteboy

3 жыл бұрын

@@Freecpapadvice Yeah. Been at it for quite a while. I never sleep or travel without my cpap. If I go on a snowmobile trip I pack my gear, my cameras and my cpap.

Justin, great VID, Love your channel , pure entertainment. Do you do any kind of comedy? Seriously! So cool you dropped this VID on April first! That's like sticking it to the man ;)

I've been using a SoClean for several years. Yes, I've had masks turn yellow but never before I'm ready to replace them for physical wear. It was obvious to me that the device would not mechanically clean your equipment, only sterilize it. Every morning I hand wash the mask, then run the soclean. I alternate between two masks daily. Never had a problem and got about 4 years use from my dreamstation until the start button bar failed.

@NotMyActualName_

3 жыл бұрын

If you hand wash the equipment there's no need to sterilize it. Ozone isn't an efficient sterilizer anyway

@johnpopp2146

3 жыл бұрын

I’d love to see the inside of your dreamstation and the foam degradation.

@kevinwaterman389

3 жыл бұрын

Check out the June 14, 2021 Phillips CPAP Recall!

@Lindasromperroom

2 жыл бұрын

Dream station has been recalled.

@mrzocor1

2 жыл бұрын

@@panthersoul Me to.

Great video!!

Question for you? I got sleep 8 cleaner. I just use it on mask and tubing. And humidifier. Is sleep 8 is not really sanitizing my mask and tubing? Am I better to use White vinegar 50/50 mixed with water ?

Thanks Jason ! This is why RESMED will VOID the warranty. It destroys the internal components of the machine. I thought at first I wanted a SOClean NOT now lol. Great study, Ill be passing info along to anybody that uses cpap. Also are still with cheapcpapsupplies? Thanks again! GOD BLESS

@denkn

3 жыл бұрын

Philips has said they will replace the CPAP machine. See my comment from 7/5 if you like...

I laughed through this entire video!

The innuendoes in this video! 🤣🤣 Also how are the strawberry plants, they weren’t in your 1 month update filming. 😁

@Freecpapadvice

3 жыл бұрын

Next video requested by a viewer: Strawberry plant Update!!! [subscribers plunge]

@sammarshall7463

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe they’re already planted outdoors?

@Freecpapadvice

3 жыл бұрын

They are. They grow up so fast!

I have been using Mask Bright for a month now and I can officially say I cant go without it!! Screw those Ozone thingys.. I loooove the sweet yummy smell of the Mask Bright and I KNOW my equipment is getting squeaky clean! Thanks Jaawson for the great video and making me happy! 😁 You da 💣!

@Freecpapadvice

3 жыл бұрын

"Jaaawson" 😂

@ggpatt7795

3 жыл бұрын

I bought Mask Bright because I love the smell of oranges. I found it to be very oily and hard to rinse off. What am I doing wrong? How do you use it as a regular cleaner? Thanks!

Thanks for this video. I have been an RT for 27 years and a cpap user myself for the last 4. I advise pts. when I set them up to use baby wash, dawn, or mask bright to clean their equipment. I've never been a fan of ozone cleaners.

I've used a SoClean now for about three years and have noticed less sore throat. None actually. A note though, on the cleaner and a Philips Respironics CPAP machine. They are replacing the CPAP machines due to a breakdown of a sound insulator that the ozone flows over, breaking it down. This just happened last week and not a lot is known from my med supplier though. Philips is saying it will take some weeks to replace and to use only the mask and hose in the SoClean for the time being. Resp Doc says that the breakdown of the insulation can cause all sorts of nasty vapors and even some bits to flow through the mask in use. Some are "C" causing vapors. I will follow and let you know what they come up with, but for me, it's back to Dawn and vinegar at least once a week... I do like the ozone odor though... Edit, I did just watch your video from June and am keeping up with the news. Thank you much...

Oh my gosh! I was hearing the same thing on my cpap after using soclean for over 5 years. It got replaced in a recall and I stumbled on your video looking for an alternative way to clean my dreamstation. But after watching all this and others similar, I am not gogint to use my soclean anymore but need to find an easy way to clean my tubing! any suggestions? Thank you! BTW, Love your strawberries :)

You saved me $300!! I was on the verge of getting an ozone cleaner, subscribing

@thebuyingseller

Жыл бұрын

He also said stick stuff in holes, so good luck taking his advice with that 🤣🤣🤣

Thanks for the information. Please get to it sooner next time it took too long.

@Freecpapadvice

2 жыл бұрын

I'm working on 10 second videos from now on.

Whats your take on the ozone ability to kill (or not kill) pathogens in your water? I life the freshness of my so clean but I also physically clean my mask once a week. Open to your take on this subject!

This topic has been a debate for years at my medical office. My suspicions came from the health and environmental disclaimers on home/office ozone machines which warn of plastic degradation in the presence of ozone. Fantastic visual evidence and shockingly in such a short time period, not to mention the award winning performance. Thanks Jason.

I'm new to this world and have a couple questions. How do you feel about the UV machines like Lumin? (In addition to actual cleaning of your equipment) Also, I'm thinking about buying your Mask Brite. How would you use it on tubing? One spray? A bunch of sprays? I love your videos. You're hilarious!

@Freecpapadvice

3 жыл бұрын

I do about 2 sprays in mine and a little extra water. I think the UV machines are a waste of money, just like ozone.

Hello, what do you think about the Laviliti Paptizer? Thanks

Did you put a nasal pad with butter and ointment in the control box as well? From what I understand, all other parts put in the bins were brand new and clean. Thinking maybe the additional organic material might have contributed to the yellowing?

I've been using Dawn dish soap for the last six and a half years. It works great.

@secretstars

2 жыл бұрын

How often do you clean your tubing with Dawn?

I would not tear you up. My so clean puts out an odor that I don’t like! I am agreeing with you on this!

Interesting. Question. I have a similar cleaner and use it every other day. When I got lazy for six months or so and was only using the ozone cleaner every other week or so but still cleaning the mask and tubing just not running the ozone thru the machine it got a sour smell coming thru and was gross. I then doubled down on cleaning until it went away and now back to the every other day schedule. I'm now worried about the external parts because I can and do get regular shipments of them when they are due since my healthcare provider sends them to me on a regular basis but how am I supposed to clean the inside of the machine with out the ozone treatment? I use distilled water in the tank and the tank is dried everyday the filter is changed once a week. Its keeping the sour smell out of the system. Thanks for any reply in advance.

@EricZierdt

3 жыл бұрын

I'm interested in this too. I got an ozone machine and have only ever used it on my tubes and mask; I've never hooked it up to my machine. Occasionally I get a weird smell for the first few seconds, but it goes away. I always run a mask fit test on my Airsense 10 for a minute or so (with out wearing it) to force air thru the tubings. I figured that since I get a new nasal cushion every month it'd be OK.

I was recommended the f20 full mask because I’m a heavy snorer and sleep with mouth open I get a lot of air leak and have to wake up middle of night to keep re adjusting can I use a nasal under the nose? And if yes which one I use a Resmed air sense 10

Hope you took both machines apart to see foam inside machines. Gonna check your other posts to see if you did.

Well noway would I use a cleaner like that, what do you recommend? I LOVE THE VIDEOS!!!!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🤟🏻

I never use any ozone cleaner for any part of my cpap machine (nor on the machine itself) & am glad cuz my machine is affected by the Phillips Dreamstation recall. And when registering for the recall, they asked if I've ever used a So Clean or other ozone cleaning device on my machine. Anyone know about how long it'll take for Phillips to solve the "foam degradation/off-gassing" issues?

What mask would you recommend for someone with facial hair? I'm using a nasal cushion right now, it seems to be working fine. Just wondering if there are other options. Full face masks leak like crazy on me.

@Freecpapadvice

3 жыл бұрын

Leak is often caused by mouth drop with FFM. Other than that, best seals for me seem to be F30, Vitera, and F20 (AirTouch version).

Changing equipment helps too!

I don’t have any of those purchased cleaners. Glad to know about them. Not worth the money that I don’t have anyway, so I’m not missing anything. BUT.. cleaning is more than just washing off the Oils from your skin. Should have known better, but I wasn’t told how important it was to keep the equipment clean. I didn’t clean any of it for several months when I first got my Cpap. With air flowing at me, I figured it didn’t need cleaning. One day I had a terrible what I thought was an allergy attack. My throat closed off & I couldn’t breath. I ended up going to the emergency room& they didn’t help one bit. I thought I was going to die!!! I realized later that it was because I was not cleaning my equipment. Germs grew in there. It took a long time for my voice box & throat to heal. I kept getting a tickle in my throat & it felt like I was going to have another attack.

I purchased the So Clean not long after I got my Bi-pap. There is a little smell after you use it. That was no big deal but then I couldn't put my mask on without coughing. I totally gave up. Then I remembered every time I walked through the bedroom with the So Clean running I would cough. I have asthma and copd and wondered if there was a connection. From what I have read ozone can irritate and maybe damage the lungs and was terrible for people with lung issues. I personally would never use it again. I'm still not great with the bi-pap but am much better than when I used the So Clean. It may not bother some I'm sure but It definitely did me.

Is there some where to find what the plastic's composition is?

Hey Jason, do you have an opinion on the Lumin cpap cleaner? Is it a good alternative to Ozone? Or again, a waste of money?

How do we clean the inside of our machine ? Ozone or UV May disinfect superficially . How do we keep our inside of machine clean

Being totally blind, I of course couldn’t see what you saw. All I can go by is the fact I have been using So Clean with my Rez med machine since October 2018 and every time I take everything in to be checked, it is fine. I like using it because I don’t have to try to clean the tubing with water and then hope I get it all out. This way, I know it’s clean. It smells clean, it feels clean, and when I have a sighted person check it, it is always clean. It may not be the best way to do things, but sometimes for some people, it’s the only way. If you have a suggestion for me to try, please let me know.

do you know how long it takes for the resmed air sense 10 to upload its data to the cloud? I work 24 hour shifts so I have to pack up the machine in the morning to take it to work, it seems like it does not upload the data from the prior night that way? anybody have any ideas? I need to up my usage numbers for an upcoming dot physical....

I was wondering if you placed an ozone remover in the hole, would it have changed the amount of ozone exposure over the 30+ days (less), because the Machines actually have a device to make sure the ozone gas is slowly removed from the chamber that is sterilizing the equipment over a 2 hour period. In other words, it does not just sit in this high ozone gas area without releasing the ozone gas. Also, you need to check the machine in the ozone environment over a once a day use vs. two times a day as you did. Thank you for your assistance.

I started getting horrible sinus and bronchial infections after starting on a CPAP. I did not put 2 and 2 together to understand it was my CPAP causing them. This went on for a couple of years until I bought a SoClean. I have never had another bad infection since. Yes it yellows the silicone, so what. I had my Resmed S9 for over 7 years, 5 of which I had used a SoClean and it was still going strong. I just recently upgraded to the S10 because I was afraid to risk being without my CPAP. The home medical was surprised my S9 was still going good and had not given a end of life message. I wear min CPAP religiously so it gets a lot of use. One thing I discovered was to not allow the rubber end of the hose to be inside the SoClean. It will cause the rubber to get weak and not fit tight on the short hose to my FX Nasal mask. Once I started to only put the mask with as little hose as possible in the tank, I don't have any trouble. I understand that Ozone is dangerous but there is a two hour "dissipation" period and I make a point to take mine out as soon as I can to give it even more time to breath. I also run my machine for 10-15 seconds before I put it on to help flush any possible residual gases. For me the sanitation factor is worth any possible CPAP life expectancy degradation. I just know I went from at least 2 horrible infections a year down to zero.

@titlewave399

2 жыл бұрын

Me too all of us should get together and sue so clean I had many horrific sinus infections and had to figure out on my own because my doctor didn’t understand what was going on!

@1drumsmoke

10 ай бұрын

@@titlewave399you missed his point entirely

On the recall of System One they are now saying that using ozone cleaners are causing the disintegration of the inner filter.

@montanablue7960

3 жыл бұрын

I do think that the older the system one is that they would also have that foam deteriate.

I got a soclean and I havent used it yet. But I did some research and it turns out that you're still supposed to wipe the equiptment off with a CPAP wipe or something to get the oils and biological materials off before using the SoClean. I felt ripped off because I thought I could just turn on the SoClean and go but its solely for killing bacteria and you still need a good routine for cleaning your machine. The only reason I got the SoClean was to eliminate the need to wash my stuff. But I guess it doesnt do that. Lesson learned to do research before I buy.

@adVANtageousCarnivore

Жыл бұрын

Been using So Clean for over 2 years. I never wash my mask or hose. I simply wipe the mask once in a while to clean the oils. Have had no more sinus infections since using So Clean

What are your thoughts on using a UV cleaner for CPAP mask and hoses etc?

Hey Jason! Have you ever done a firmware update with SD card on a Dreamstation?

@Freecpapadvice

3 жыл бұрын

No, I haven't.

Can you please please do a video on the lumin cleaner?

I just received my ResMed S11 CPAP what’s the best mode of cleaning? What is an Oscar graph? What’s the best cleaner to use?

It seems to me that the test was somewhat extreme. Daily ozone application for over a month without taking the equipment from the box and allowing it to sit in a normal air environment. I have been using the soclean machine with the F20 cushion for over a year and have seen no visible breakdown of either the cushion (change every 2 months) or the Airsense 10. A simple wipe down with a non alcoholic wipe for the cushion and pop it into the soclean. Just my thought on the matter.

@be4902

2 жыл бұрын

I have been using SoClean 2 for over a year and have no yellowing. I wipe down the mask with a non alcohol wipe before putting the mask in machine. I take it out before using (not leaving in machine to never see outside air for over a month) no change in color or sound of my machine (ResMed 10 Air Sense Auto).

@fitybux4664

2 жыл бұрын

I think extreme was kind of the point. This might as well have simulated several months of cleaning masks/tubing.

@bryanchristopherson5520

2 жыл бұрын

Actually using a SoClean or any other Ozone cleaner voids the warranty on ResMED CPaP machines.

@Moveon10001

2 жыл бұрын

You need to look at the inside of your machine after a year of using ozone on it. Ozone destroys rubber. Ozone is highly reactive. If you live in an area of high air pollution (ozone levels and Sulfates) you will notice that the lawn chair webbing will start to deteriorate due to high ozone in the ambient air and high sulfate levels in the air. I had a Philips machine and had to have it replaced due to the recall. I never used ozone technology to clean the machine. But I bet that some people did and that is why the sound proofing fell apart inside these machines. My background is air pollution control and I'm an environmental scientist.

@carolapczynski6854

Жыл бұрын

Running the ozone 2 x per day, without opening the box may have resulted in more ozone exposure than wveryday use. Foam breakdown inside the machine is more of a concern than cushion and mask yellowing because those are replaced quarterly.