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by Aceb32
Thu Dec 14, 2023 9:24 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Using other filter media
Replies: 8
Views: 4348

Re: Using other filter media

I didn't intend for it to solve that smell but to prevent any future bad odours getting trapped in my machine Understood now and agree. You can probably tell that, unlike some other members, I do care. 😁 I appreciate it I'm glad I found this site as I don't know anyone else who has a cpap machine t...
by Aceb32
Wed Dec 13, 2023 4:15 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Using other filter media
Replies: 8
Views: 4348

Re: Using other filter media

I don't know if an outlet bacterial filter would help. (https://www.cpap.com/productpage/generic-bacteria-filter-cpap-machines-1-pack) If you try one, find out from someone here whether there is a selection for bacterial filter in your machine's menu. The standard filter pad is on the machine air i...
by Aceb32
Wed Dec 13, 2023 8:36 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Using other filter media
Replies: 8
Views: 4348

Using other filter media

Just wondering if anyone has tried and if it's OK to replace the standard filter pad with say an activated charcoal pad for cleaner air and eliminating odours ect any info would be appreciated
by Aceb32
Wed Dec 13, 2023 8:21 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: My cpap machine smells like the last place it was used
Replies: 15
Views: 17131

Re: My cpap machine smells like the last place it was used

replace the filter and clean the humidifier tank, hose and mask with a vinegar/water solution I changed the filter pad and cleaned all the hoses with a water and vinegar solution I don't use the humidifier I have turned the machine on with nothing attached and can still smell it coming out the side...
by Aceb32
Wed Dec 13, 2023 8:18 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: My cpap machine smells like the last place it was used
Replies: 15
Views: 17131

Re: My cpap machine smells like the last place it was used

ChicagoGranny wrote:
Wed Dec 13, 2023 7:02 am
Can't answer your question, but please go to Yelp and paste your post into a review. Disgusting B&B.
First thing I did absolutely disgusting I wouldn't have even stayed there but it was 2am I was completely burnt out and didn't think I would find anywhere else open
by Aceb32
Tue Dec 12, 2023 11:50 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: My cpap machine smells like the last place it was used
Replies: 15
Views: 17131

My cpap machine smells like the last place it was used

Hi I know cleaning and smells is talked about a lot but couldn't find someone who had the exact same problem I travel a lot and last night I stayed at a b&b last resort as had to get off the road and didn't have time to be picky but the b&b owner must have a lot of cats as it stank to high heaven of...