Ultra-sonic cleaners

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RickE
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Re: Ultra-sonic cleaners & SoClean Ozone Cleaner

Post by RickE » Sun Mar 20, 2016 1:29 pm

I've been using the SoClean 2 for about two years. Before I purchased it, I reviewed the microbiology culturing results and it look promising with respect to reducing colony counts for bacteria, molds, and fungus. Empirically, I've had only one sinus infection since I started using this device. As another individual wrote, the device is not so much as cleaning as killing the "bugs". It works well for me and I am NOT a representative for the Massachusetts based company that developed this device.

Regarding employment of an ultra-sonic cleaner like those used to clean jewelry and glasses, I have one, and am going to do a little experimenting to see if it seems to get my FF mask cushions any cleaner than I get get them with plain old dish detergent and water.

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Re: Ultra-sonic cleaners

Post by chunkyfrog » Sun Mar 20, 2016 1:36 pm

I have been using cpap WITHOUT that silly device for nearly six years.
I have had ZERO sinus infections.
My way is cheaper, and works at least as well.
Wash what needs it, wipe what you can't dunk.
Don't be obsessive about it.

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Re: Ultra-sonic cleaners

Post by Julie » Sun Mar 20, 2016 1:58 pm

You say 'it works for me', but how do you know things would be any different without it?

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Re: Ultra-sonic cleaners

Post by avi123 » Sun Mar 20, 2016 3:28 pm

From Cpap.com: How do I care for my mask?Masks should be washed daily with warm water and gentle soap or baby shampoo. Let the mask air dry. Never use antibacterial soap as it will break down the silicone of the mask cushion. Avoid soaps that include lotion which can coat the mask and cause it to lose its seal. Remember, going to bed with a clean face will improve your seal and protect the lifespan of your mask.

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Re: Ultra-sonic cleaners

Post by RickE » Sun Mar 20, 2016 5:57 pm

Julie wrote:You say 'it works for me', but how do you know things would be any different without it?
Frequent sinus infections before and only one in two years after starting use.

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Re: Ultra-sonic cleaners

Post by LSAT » Sun Mar 20, 2016 6:15 pm

RickE wrote:
Julie wrote:You say 'it works for me', but how do you know things would be any different without it?
Frequent sinus infections before and only one in two years after starting use.

Thanks for helping the economy.

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Re: Ultra-sonic cleaners

Post by Goofproof » Sun Mar 20, 2016 7:08 pm

Hope is made in the U.S.A. from parts made in the U.S.A, them at least the suckered in t h e U.S.A, will be spending some of their disposable income in the USA. Jim
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Re: Ultra-sonic cleaners

Post by chunkyfrog » Mon Mar 21, 2016 6:27 am

Speaking of disposable income . . .
File 13, yep.

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