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condensation in tubing
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condensation in tubing
An infrequent user, so topic might have been covered.  But sometimes I seem to get condensation in my tubing, which gurgles and I have to stop using the machine until moisture is gone.  Cause?  Suggestions on avoiding?
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#2
RE: condensation in tubing
Turn down humidifier. Use heated tube. Use a hose cover. Put the machine lower than sleeping height. 

All of those can be the problem.
Apnea (80-100%) 10 seconds, Hypopnea (50-80%) 10 seconds, Flow Limits (0-50%) not timed  Cervical Collar - Dealing w DME - Chart Organizing
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#3
RE: condensation in tubing
There's 4 solutions that I'm aware of. You may need to turn down the humidifier a click. You may need to add a heated hose and/or use a hose cover to insulate it. And the fourth is to use a hose hanger to make the hose travel up and away from the PAP then angled back down to your mask. Any combination of these may be your best solution.
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#4
RE: condensation in tubing
Turn down humidifier. Use heated tube. Use a hose cover. Put the machine lower than sleeping height. 

All of those can be the problem.
Apnea (80-100%) 10 seconds, Hypopnea (50-80%) 10 seconds, Flow Limits (0-50%) not timed  Cervical Collar - Dealing w DME - Chart Organizing
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RE: condensation in tubing
What they said ^   Smile
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#6
RE: condensation in tubing
Thanks, all.
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