Based on expert recommendations, you should have your CPAP machine serviced by a professional every six months.
Recommended Service Interval
To ensure your CPAP machine functions correctly and provides effective therapy, a professional service is advised on a regular basis. According to recommendations, we suggest that the CPAP machine be serviced by a professional every six months.
This routine check-up helps in maintaining the device's performance, ensuring accurate pressure delivery, and identifying any potential issues before they impact your therapy or the device's lifespan.
Why Regular Professional Service is Important
While daily and weekly cleaning are crucial for hygiene, professional servicing goes deeper. It involves technical checks that users cannot perform themselves.
- Performance Check: Verifies that the machine is delivering the prescribed pressure accurately.
- Component Inspection: Checks internal parts, motors, and sensors for wear and tear.
- Software Updates: Ensures the device is running the latest software, if applicable.
- Calibration: Recalibrates settings for optimal performance.
- Filter/Part Assessment: Advises on or replaces internal filters or other components not typically changed by the user.
What a Professional Service Might Include
A professional service often involves a series of checks and maintenance tasks to keep your device running smoothly.
| Service Task | Description |
|---|---|
| Pressure Verification | Confirming the machine delivers the exact prescribed pressure. |
| Motor Check | Assessing the condition and function of the device's air motor. |
| Filter & Seal Inspection | Checking internal filters and seals for integrity and cleanliness. |
| Data Review | Analyzing therapy data for potential machine-related issues affecting usage. |
| General Cleaning | Deep cleaning of internal pathways if accessible and necessary. |
Signs You Might Need Service Sooner
Although a six-month interval is recommended, certain signs may indicate that your machine requires professional attention sooner.
- Unusual Noises: The machine starts making new or louder sounds.
- Changes in Airflow: The pressure feels different or inconsistent.
- Error Messages: The device displays codes or warnings.
- Frequent Shutdowns: The machine turns off unexpectedly during use.
- Physical Damage: Visible damage to the casing or ports.
- Odor: Persistent unusual smells coming from the machine (beyond standard filter replacement).
If you experience any of these issues, contact your equipment provider or a certified service technician promptly.
Regular professional servicing, ideally every six months, combined with your daily and weekly cleaning routine, is key to ensuring your CPAP therapy remains effective, safe, and reliable.
