ResMed AirFit™ P10 - Cleaning and assembling your mask

[@Pitviper73]

All these years and different cpap masks, I still think P10 is hands down the BEST!

[@ResMed]

Thank you for sharing your love for the AirFit P10 mask! We hope it continues to improve your quality of sleep.

[@rcole6679]

I've been using this mask for a few years now and love it. It's lightweight and comfortable. What I don't like are the medical equipment companies calling me all the time asking if we need new supplies. They're relentless! My equipment last longer than the period which my PPO will pay for replacements, though I still pay co-insurance. But, I'm going to try to run some warm water on my head strap to see if that will return it back to a tighter fit and avoid leaks. Of course these are the things DMEs don't want us to know! So, I appreciate such tips. Because there are several components to make this all work, DMEs just refer to it all as if it's one component, so they can bill more. Screw them! This is great info!

[@lessthan200]

How did you first adjust to using it?

[@donnaclifford3688]

If you notice that your mask leaks you might want to use a chin strap

[@donnaclifford3688]

​@@lessthan200 put the mask on your nose, then split the strap with one strap on top, and one strap behind your head, use the clip to adjust your fit

[@kamimehna1164]

Thank you for proper cleaning and safety of this mask for the CPAP I had no instructions booklet with this one it's OK.... many thanks ❤🙏🏻

[@thesinwi]

Had to goto another video to figure out how to get the strap off. It's also cheaper to get said strap online than getting a whole new frame. Had issues with mind changing of the insurance company of who they were covering suppliers on. Wishing you all the best with your machines. * I did get one of these oxygen cpap cleaners off hsn or qvc a lot less than the big cleaning machines and it does work very well.

[@frankmartinez7009]

Using those voids the warranty!

[@ma-ew4kj]

It drives me crazy that the headgear kit sends all different sizes of nasal pillow instead of allowing me to choose 4 of my size - for the exorbitant price of over $100.

[@otisox7262]

Wish there was an easy forum where we could all just exchange pillows so, for example I could send you all the large pillows that I can’t use and you could send me all the stalls that you can’t use. We’d all save a lot of money that way!

[@sheriholcomb585]

Yep!!

[@amandaallen9460]

I just switched to the p 10 airfit today..so far so good

[@d8zdly]

No instructions on assembling or changing the head straps.

[@Mikey6048]

Wait, I can adjust the strap length? I didn't know it came off.

[@praisesign]

The vent is the reason I use this mask It's diffused and doesn't blow on my arm, or across the bed to my partner. What I don't like is the strap. It slips too much. If I pull the top up, the angle changes, and the barrel of the nose piece hits my upper lip... hate that feeling. The split strap doesn't stay apart. And sometimes it slips up or down, either ending up below my ears, or coming off over the top of my head. The pillows get soft much too soon and don't sit right, needing replacing about every 2 weeks. At least, that's my experience. I wish they could do a re-design of the straps, but I guess it's a patent thing and has to be a total redesign of the whole thing.

[@Leutchik]

Try going to Jo-Ann Fabrics and buying some elastic and Velcro stuff and make your own strap setup. However tedious and difficult this is, it will serve you well for the rest of your life when you get it dialed in.

[@colleenmccurley1286]

Me too. I never thought of my hair as slippery, but it is. I have to put it in a ponytail & pull it through the straps & i'm considering trying a clip... not an option for folks with short hair, sadly.

[@screamtoasigh9984]

Heard you can use the 30 headgear on this.

[@artlindau7292]

I love my mask and so when It was warn out I ordered a new one. The only problem is that the straps are to tight for my head. It seems there is no way to adjust the size of the straps. I called cpap and they sent me a video but there is no information on how to adjust the strap. I'm a 6' 4"guy and need a larger strap!

[@Behestify]

Art Lindau as per the video separating the straps apart allows for a looser fit. I also found the strap tight when new but it did loosen after a period of use. When I place it on I also stretch it out 6-8 inches in front of me then replace in position. This seems to loosen the fit a bit.

[@glennso47]

I have tried all three sizes of nasal pillows that came with the mask. None of them are comfortable.

[@Gotmilk0112]

@Emiliano Johan @Yusuf Clyde two empty accounts that both joined on the same exact day and commented at the same exact time hmmmmmm that's not suspicious at all, nope

[@jeanettem1746]

How the feck do I get it into the hose? The long hose?

[@christinamarcet1780]

I just soak the hose in soapy water for a few minutes, then I pick up the two ends and hold them in the air facing up, and alternate bringing one end higher and the other end lower (like a bicycle spoke -- both ends are still facing up) which will force the soapy water through both ends all the way through the 6 feet hose. Then I rinse with clean water and do the same action to get all the soap. There are a few KZbin videos where people demonstrate this if it's hard to picture via my words. :) I do this in the kitchen sink. This video is only about cleaning the mask components, rather than the long hose.

[@privateaccountforthemultiu9790]

I chose this ResMed for me too. When I leave my breathing air the same air goes into the pipeline and it comes again in my next breathing. please let me know about this breathing problems when same leaving air comes again for next breathing.

[@noelbaudy5371]

I thought you're not supposed to use tap water to clean because it can introduce microorganisms . Only distilled water?

[@christinamarcet1780]

Distilled water is only needed for refilling the reservoir each night. But it's not needed for the weekly cleaning & rinsing process.

[@spectermad9180]

Is athe Air that comes out of the Pillows is that oxygen or just air

[@ResMed]

Hi, thank you for reaching out. CPAP machines do not use supplemental oxygen. Instead, a CPAP machine draws in air from the room and then filters and pressurizes it based on the user's prescribed pressure setting.

[@JayBird-zz9cb]

I am on my third P10 Mask and love them when new. However the venting screen seems to close off, maybe the plastic mesh strands are expanding. Whatever the reason, it causes low O2 and higher CO2 levels in the body. This device has a short life span. Beware!

[@2bdefacto]

+Jim name Yes third one for me. You cannot get this mask for under $99.00 ResMed has the price set and don't allow sellers to release it for less. Their CEO loves his 30 million dollar a year salary. Very corrupt. Made overseas for around 4.00 each.

[@glennso47]

Sounds like the CEOs of most pharmaceutical product companies.

[@nostralgic]

Gonna need some more details. Approximately how long does it take for the vent to deteriorate? What's your source on the O2/CO2 levels?

[@WardYaternick]

I'm still on the same one after three months and it's working fine. The only thing I'd say is you have to pay attention to regular cleaning but to also be gentle while doing, maybe "Jim name" wasn't.

[@Orangetiger78]

Ji

[@gloriasaliba3395]

How do you pull the mask apart to clean it?

[@ResMed]

Hello Gloria, Thank you for reaching out about disassembling your P10 mask for cleaning. Instructions to disassemble your mask can be found through our video here: bit.ly/3tnbhSE or follow these instructions: Hold the top of the mask tubing, squeeze, and pull the pillows away from the mask frame. Then, unhook the headgear from the stabilizer by pulling on the end cap to reveal the buttonhole and sliding the headgear off of the end of the stabilizer. All of this can be found on page 4 of your user guide, linked here: bit.ly/3Nn24AQ

[@spectermad9180]

The air coming from the Pillows is Hard and Fast I don't think it's right how can I lower the flow of Air...

[@ResMed]

Hi Specter, The pressure setting on your machine is something that's set by your medical equipment supplier based on the prescribed settings that were set by your doctor. To change the pressure range that's been set up for you, you'll need to discuss this with your doctor. In the meantime, You may find the Ramp feature on your machine helpful in this case. It's designed to make therapy more comfortable by setting the machine to a lower pressure than you've been prescribed and then slowly ramping up to the full prescribed therapy pressure.

[@kathryng5488]

I loved this mask when new but for the last 2 months I've been having dreadful problems with breathlessness, both waking up unable to breathe and trouble going to sleep. I wasn't sure whether it was the mask or machine. I've used auto CPAP for approx 10 years. For a couple of years I've used a Swift FX mask, which was my favourite. I liked the headgear of the Airfit P10,j so bought that last time. I use the humidifier a lot and wonder if this could be a part of the problem. Can anyone give me any ideas of what I can do?

[@Leutchik]

Maybe talk to the doctor who prescribed the machine and ask him if this could be due to the machine putting out less air pressure than what the machine was supposed to be set at. Just a thought.

[@Bajatrvlr]

The exhaust screen may be clogged... Use a tooth brush on it with dish soap. I've had good success with Oil Eater from Costco.

[@kimturner9309]

I cannot exhale on the p10. It’s a new mask and not clogged up. I’m going back to the Swift FX myself👍

[@screamtoasigh9984]

@@kimturner9309 might be wrong size nasal pillows

[@screamtoasigh9984]

@@kimturner9309 if it happened after you wore it for a bit there is an issue with co2 release and the exhaust not venting if it's not deeply cleaned

[@catemarkey]

Nothing here about reassembling strap to nose piece

[@lindafoster8182]

My machine will turn on by itself at a very slow speed run when I’m not using it. Is there a solution for this other than call and get it replaced?

[@ResMed]

Hi Linda, There are many things, whether machine-related or home environment which may be causing this to occur. We'd recommend reaching out to your medical equipment supplier who can best directly assist you with this. It may also help to let them know if there may be anything at home (ie pets, children, bedside objects, etc) that could be hitting the start button or (if SmartStart is enabled) causing the machine to detect the mask is on. If the issue may be machine-related, they can send your device to us for a full evaluation and a repair or warranty replacement if necessary.

[@bethanywarner8565]

Does this come with the strap in the package?

[@christinamarcet1780]

Yep!

[@55098]

Nice I just bought one I had the n20 for a year resmed products are good

[@lisacasey5513]

I have this and I like it. I tried the full face mask and could not do it. If you are struggling with your mask then give this one a try.

[@glennso47]

I have a deviated septum and can't breathe through my nose. As a result, this kind of mask is worthless to me.

[@WardYaternick]

It depends on the person. I too have a deviated septum and my nose pillows are so comfortable on me that sometimes, if I wake up the early morning, I have to touch it to see if it's on.

[@kathryng5488]

I purchased this mask from a different supplier to my usual one. I used this mask for almost 5 months without problems, I cleaned it regularly and wore it daily with my auto CPAP machine. I used it with the humidifier almost every day. Gradually I became aware that I was breathing through my mouth at night, waking feeling exhausted as though I hadn't slept despite going to bed earlier and earlier. I experienced stuffiness and breathlessness even after wearing the mask only a short time. I became afraid to go to bed and sleep. I felt as though I was unable to breathe even if I wore the mask for a short time. It seemed like the fine mesh filter was blocked somehow. In desperation I poked several larger holes in the mask on each side and the improvement was immediate but still not good enough. I returned to my old supplier and they recommended that I go back to the Swift FX mask with Gel pads and keep the other as a spare.

[@dyanne1020]

If you cannot use this with an open mouth...how does a CO2 retainer get rid of the CO2?

[@michelleharting4963]

You exhale C02 whenever you breathe out weather it be from your nose or mouth.

[@lindafoster8182]

Hold your hand in front of your face while the machine is running you’ll feel the air escaping from little holes in the front of your mask area

[@MarybellCruz-b8t]

not showing how to change it only nose part

[@ResMed]

Hi Mary, the following playlist on our channel includes videos that show you how to disassemble your mask, reassemble it, and fit it to your liking: kzbin.info/aero/PLon-h5APxDWS8qJKBm39lNNguHRNtnO1t if you need any additional help with this, your medical equipment supplier is always there to help and may be able to facilitate an in-person demonstration and mask fitting for you.

[@MarybellCruz-b8t]

@ I have got it thank you but it doesn’t really show you how sorry but I got it

[@AnthonyHernandez-zj5vw]

Who has time yo clean them daily. I wake up for work 230 in the morning. No time to do any of that.

[@ingridrichard3974]

This video gives ZERO instructions on assembling and disassembling the nasal pillow with the hose.

[@ResMed]

Hi Ingrid, We apologize for any confusion. You may refer to the assembly guide provided in the link below for detailed instructions on how to properly assemble and disassemble the AirFit P10: bit.ly/3X3fSWp

[@fatguyfriday]

That was worthless