• Because masks are disposable, periodic replacement is needed when the mask shows signs of wear and tear.
• Inspect your mask for stiffness, cracks, or tears.

• Your mask may be too tight. If your mask has a forehead arm or adjustment feature try readjusting that first. Then, if necessary, readjust the headgear straps.

Follow these steps to fix a leak:

• Check all the connections.
• If your mask has a forehead arm or adjustment feature, try readjusting that first to correct the leak.
• If there is no improvement with the above steps, readjust the headgear straps. The mask should be as loose as possible while still creating a seal. A mask that is too tight
  against the face can cause leaks to occur by creating folds in the material.
• Try another mask size or type if necessary.

• You may be sleeping with your mouth open. Try a chin strap.
• If a chin strap is not helpful, a full face mask may be considered or you should consult with your sleep specialist about adding heated humidification.

• The mask may be leaking into your eyes. Use the forehead adjuster, if applicable, to reduce leaks. Try pulling the mask away from your face and repositioning it.
• The mask may be too tight. Readjust headgear straps.

• Try sleeping with your head elevated.
• Try using a chin strap to prevent mouth breathing.
• This condition may improve over time.

• When using your CPAP as prescribed you may feel better quite quickly.

• Snoring whilst on CPAP should not occur. If it does, contact your sleep specialist. Your pressure level may need to be adjusted.

• You may need to have your CPAP pressure level adjusted.
  Contact your sleep specialist.

• Please do not alter your medications without consulting your sleep specialist.

• Always check with your physician. Also, if you are having surgery, it is important to tell the surgeon and the anesthetist that you are using CPAP at home. You should also inform the sleep specialist that you are going into the hospital.

• For CPAP to be effective, use it every night. Purchasing travel accessories will make it more convenient for you to travel with your CPAP.

• Check that air from the machine is blowing.
• Check the air inlet and filter for obstruction or dust buildup.
• Check the hose for punctures.
• If you are still having problems, check with your sleep specialist for assistance.

• If the ramp feature is available on your CPAP device, use this feature to slowly rise to your prescribed pressure setting.

• This sensation may improve over time as you adapt to therapy.
• You may benefit from a comfort feature such as pressure relief technology or from bi-level therapy, which makes it easier to breathe out against pressure.

• Check the power cord to be sure it is firmly inserted into the back of the machine and the electrical outlet.
• Contact your sleep specialist if you have any problems you are unable to correct.
• Do not attempt to repair the blower unit yourself.

• Try adding heated humidification. (You will need to ask your sleep specialist for a prescription.) You may change the temperature setting on the humidifier.
• Try nasal saline spray before bedtime and upon awakening.
• This condition may improve over time.
• Consult your sleep specialist if symptoms persist.

• Condensation builds up because the air in the room may be cooler than the air coming from the machine. To prevent this condensation from forming, try placing the tubing under the covers to warm it. You may also ask your sleep specialist for a hose cover made of fleece.