General Discussion on any topic relating to CPAP and/or Sleep Apnea.
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GettingBetter
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by GettingBetter » Wed Feb 17, 2016 8:23 pm
ChicagoGranny wrote:Guest wrote:I thought most people would be able to infer that I was a first time CPAP user based upon the comments in my original post.
People did not have to infer that you were a first time CPAPer. You point blank stated it:
Guest wrote:this is my first CPAP machine
Guest wrote:As an added bonus you have now reminded me why I rarely participate in online forums or discussions.
Because you don't like sharing your success with others?
More than a little embarrassed by how hard you try to keep harassing the guest.
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Rstokes
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by Rstokes » Thu Feb 18, 2016 11:01 am
Guest wrote:@Granny,
I thought most people would be able to infer that I was a first time CPAP user based upon the comments in my original post. So you are correct, the F&P Icon+ did not "literally change my life", it was the treatment of a underlying sleep disorder.
I should have left out any non-essential descriptions to avoid confusion.
So in answer to the original question, "Any one use the F&P Icon+?" my new answer is , "Yes".
As an added bonus you have now reminded me why I rarely participate in online forums or discussions.
Hehe yeah its true I hear you there.
Actually [shh dont tell the others] you had the best reply!
Machine: REMStart System One Series 60 APAP with Heated Tube
Mask: F&P Simplus with PAD-A-CHEEK (Excellent may I add)
Humidifier: System One Series 60
Accessories: PR S1 'Vanity Plate', CPAP hose holder & a sanitary towel borrowed from my wife
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Hang Fire
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by Hang Fire » Thu Feb 18, 2016 2:38 pm
Rstokes wrote:Actually [shh dont tell the others] you had the best reply!
Because you were looking for someone to validate your bias for the cheaper machine. You weren't really looking for unbiased information.
I've owned a F&P machine. It had a great motor - very steady and very quiet.
But I would not get one again. I don't mind paying a couple of dollars per month more over the life of the machine to get a PR or ResMed machine.
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teachcsg
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by teachcsg » Thu Feb 18, 2016 2:55 pm
We used it some at the DME I worked. We (the therapist) much preferred the Respironics or the Resmed machines. No particular reason but it seemed to us that the F&P wasn't as good as the other manufacturers (with the cpap). Their mask have improved a lot lately with the Eson and Simplus mask being very good (IMO). If I were in your shoes I would pay a little extra and get the models most people (and repair comapnies) use and know.
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Chevie
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by Chevie » Thu Feb 18, 2016 4:59 pm
teachcsg wrote: If I were in your shoes I would pay a little extra and get the models most people (and repair comapnies) use and know.
I have experience with all three brands and agree with this advice.
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russmac
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by russmac » Fri Feb 19, 2016 6:22 pm
My original machine was an F&P Icon and I liked it just fine until it stopped powering up after 4 years of use. It was still working well when it would power up. But, each time I would unplug it to travel, it took longer and longer to power on. Reading posts in this forum it seems most of the F&P Icons die a similar death. I used the machine for 4 years so I didn't expect a free replacement. It would have been nice to have the option to repair it. I saw a recall had been issued for the problem, but the mine wasn't within the set of recalled machines. If I had to use one, I would; I just wouldn't pay much for it since I don't have confidence in how long it would last.
