S8 filter observation . . .

[hobbs]

Changed my S8 Hypo filter after one month and the filter is very discolored. This is my first use of the Hypo filter. I had been using the standard S8 filter and when changed once a month there was little if any discoloration. The hypo sure stops a lot more stuff from getting into the machine/my lungs.

[Paul56]

Changed my S8 Hypo filter after one month and the filter is very discolored. This is my first use of the Hypo filter. I had been using the standard S8 filter and when changed once a month there was little if any discoloration. The hypo sure stops a lot more stuff from getting into the machine/my lungs.

Is the discoloration actual dirt in/on the filter?

...and next question where did you obtain the hypo filters?

Probably time to swap out my filter too... I notice some dust buildup on the outside. Although I have heard it said that filters really start to work better when there is a layer of dust over them... as that layer of dust helps filter more dust.

[jnk]

When my DME-guy delivered my first machine, an S7, I asked him how often the filter should be changed. His reply was: "Oh, you never have to change these filters. Just take it out and flick it with your finger, like this." He then flicked the filter a few times and put it back.

I pass that along strictly for entertainment value--not because I think he was right. In fact, I'm sure he must be wrong. He was, after all, with my DME; they have yet to be right about anything. That's not what it says in the manual for my present machine, an S8, anyway.

[Paul56]

This guy must not be with the DME program just yet... as they usually try to sell something.

My DME wanted me to purchase a 5 year supply of filters. Their logic was: "it is easier to get this through on your insurance the first pass." My translation of that: "we don't know if you will be on this machine in 6 months so we want to load you up with supplies and make our sales while the going is good right now."

[Raj]

cpap.com sells the hypos along with washable filters for the S8 series. The hypos are pricey, but I'd think are worth the extra cash for the health benefits -- assuming they last a reasonable length of time.

[hobbs]

cpap.com sells the hypos along with washable filters for the S8 series. The hypos are pricey, but I'd think are worth the extra cash for the health benefits -- assuming they last a reasonable length of time.

I did not see them on their website? I saw no actual RESMED branded filters, only generic branded. I purchased 50 Resmed Hypo filters. Works out to $2.00usd a month when changed monthly.

[LackingSleep]

This site has good prices on the S8's. http://www.cpapfiltersandsupplies.com/d ... &path=1_29
$3.47/ea if you buy a 5 pack. I couldn't even find the Hypo- Allergenic filters for the S-8 models on CPAP.com.

[library teacher]

My DME told me to take my filter out and dust it off with the finger. She said that they did have filters for sale, but didn't seem to think that I would need one for a long time.