Philips Respironics issued a voluntary recall in 2021 due to issues with the sound abatement foam in their DreamStation and System One CPAPs and BiPAPs (1). The foam can potentially degrade and particles go into the airway of the user. Another issue is off-gassing of the foam, producing volatile organic compounds (VOC) gas, which is […]
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Taking good care of your CPAP is important for treatment of your sleep apnea. But it’s also critical since you are breathing air that goes through the unit and directly into your lungs. Dish soap and water or alcohol wipes are the preferred cleaning tools. But well-meaning patients can try more advance technology and end […]
Some issues with CPAPs can be resolved at home. But when little tweaks don’t solve your problem, it’s time to send your unit off to an authorized repair center. An on-screen error telling you the power it is not fully connected can appear. Unplug the power supply from the back. If it has a light […]
The ResMed AirSense10 and AirCurve 10 cellular access module (CAM) provides cellular access to your local cellular network so that information can automatically be sent to AirView. The AirView site and app allows you and your doctor to monitor your CPAP use and clinical information. As of late, some people are noticing that their CPAPs […]
There are a few steps to becoming an Authorized Service Center for manufacturers in order to repair their medical devices. The process is different for most manufacturers, but this is the general flow. First, you need to “apply” to be evaluated. Most manufacturers limit the number of service centers that become authorized and certified, so […]