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by jwpinkham
Wed Jan 23, 2013 8:26 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: F&P Pilairo Mask Review & ResMed S9AutoSet cpap machine
Replies: 4
Views: 4283

Re: F&P Pilairo Mask Review & ResMed S9AutoSet cpap machine

The Pilairo is the first mask I've tried after 7 years on the F&P Flexi-Fit HC707 nasal mask. It's a huge improvement as far as leaks, and comfort. Raising the mask up a bit is about the only adjustment I make after putting it on. MY old mask would awaken me with high pitched noise caused by moistur...
by jwpinkham
Tue Jan 08, 2013 9:37 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: recording myself to check if I'm snoring
Replies: 8
Views: 2015

Re: recording myself to check if I'm snoring

I recorded my sleep sounds with a cheap Sansa Clip MP3 player with record function. I used the free software and method shown in this link to zero in on the snoring and sleep disturbances:

http://dennishavlena.com/apnea.htm
by jwpinkham
Sun Jan 06, 2013 12:20 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: For Sale: New PR System One Model 550 Auto with A-Flex
Replies: 2
Views: 887

For Sale: New PR System One Model 550 Auto with A-Flex

For sale: one brand new, never used, still in the box, Philips Respironics Model DS550HS Auto with A-Flex, matching heated humidifier, hose, SD card, power adapter, and carrying case. $400 includes FEDEX shipping to US address. PayPal, personal check, or postal money order.
by jwpinkham
Fri Jan 04, 2013 4:11 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: PR System One APAP DS550
Replies: 5
Views: 1056

PR System One APAP DS550

I am purchasing a PR System One APAP DS550 tonight . Will this provide full data including wave forms for Sleepyhead or Encore Basic?
by jwpinkham
Tue Dec 25, 2012 11:18 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Low Vitamin D level appears to cause sleep apnea
Replies: 227
Views: 72529

Re: Low Vitamin D level appears to cause sleep apnea

This kind of 'discovery' could be best announced at a national scientific conference. Studies of subjects and placebos should have been done with a significant number of subjects enough to extrapolate the data. Did this doctor do that? Since there's little money to be made from Vitamin D sales, who...
by jwpinkham
Sun Dec 23, 2012 10:36 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Travel: ZZZpap Auto Pap?
Replies: -1
Views: 490

Travel: ZZZpap Auto Pap?

I'm looking for a compact and lightweight xPap for an extended trip. I will be traveling very light with just one carry-on size bag. My home unit is an old Remstar Plus with CFLEX. Too heavy and bulky . I'm considering getting an used ZZZpap Auto pap. The specs mention the weight of the unit, but do...
by jwpinkham
Mon Jun 25, 2012 12:30 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Flexifit 407 Mask: Noise From Elbow Vent Holes
Replies: 7
Views: 2062

Re: Flexifit 407 Mask: Noise From Elbow Vent Holes

The S9 Autoset which I had agreed to purchase today was actually a S9 Elite. I passed on the deal.
by jwpinkham
Sun Jun 24, 2012 6:17 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Flexifit 407 Mask: Noise From Elbow Vent Holes
Replies: 7
Views: 2062

Re: Flexifit 407 Mask: Noise From Elbow Vent Holes

Thanks for the suggestions! After my initial post, I found a used S9 Autoset with humidifier which takes the ClimateLine hose (which wasn't included ). The sale includes a new mask, so I'll give the new set a try, before I buy the heated hose for it. Existing System: Remstar Plus with CFLEX Remstar ...
by jwpinkham
Sun Jun 24, 2012 10:13 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Flexifit 407 Mask: Noise From Elbow Vent Holes
Replies: 7
Views: 2062

Re: Flexifit 407 Mask: Noise From Elbow Vent Holes

I just used a tie wire on the holes, but there didn't seem to be anything blocking the holes.
by jwpinkham
Sun Jun 24, 2012 7:58 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Flexifit 407 Mask: Noise From Elbow Vent Holes
Replies: 7
Views: 2062

Flexifit 407 Mask: Noise From Elbow Vent Holes

Seems that condensed moisture is blocking some of the air vent holes in the non-diffuser elbow on my F&P HC 407 Flexifit nasal mask. This causes a very irritating howl. If I run my finger along the inside of the elbow I feel water. Sometimes tapping the elbow dislodges the moisture for a few minutes...
by jwpinkham
Wed Jun 09, 2010 7:37 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Sleep Lab Model Masks
Replies: 11
Views: 2915

Re: Sleep Lab Model Masks

The seller is sending me the correct size mask. So this exercise in frugality may end well.
Good point about not wetting the foam inserts. Those in my HC407 seem to require replacement once a year at least.
Thanks for all the replies!
by jwpinkham
Tue Jun 08, 2010 2:02 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Sleep Lab Model Masks
Replies: 11
Views: 2915

Re: Sleep Lab Model Masks

Well, my bargain mask deal is a bust even though the "Sleep Lab" mask is very likely identical to the retail mask. I specifically ordered a F&P Zest "standard size". The seller assured me that he had one, and we made a deal. When I examined the label on the plastic mask bag it reads "Zest Plus". Acc...
by jwpinkham
Mon Jun 07, 2010 5:33 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Sleep Lab Model Masks
Replies: 11
Views: 2915

Re: Sleep Lab Model Masks

Thanks for the replies. I've looked it over for a "SL" designation on the mask and didn't find any. It has probably been used. It was in a ziplock bag. I think I'll give it a bath in some soapy water and wipe the contact surfaces with a little hydrogen peroxide. It wouldn't be logical for a manufact...