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Yay Lori. Post pancreas transplant Cheryl weighing in here. I’ve used CPAP for years. Mine recommended regularly cleaning all the parts with hot water and dish soap. Rubbing alcohol was not recommended because it would break down the plastic parts. Then So Clean came along and my husband and I started using that. It is a separate machine to put your gear into clean daily. There was some issue with it and a small adapter piece of equipment was designed to connect the hose to before putting the gear in the So Clean for daily cleaning. (I has to be disconnected from that adapter before reattaching it to the CPAP before use). So Clean also makes disinfecting wipes (much like pop up baby wipes) that can be used to wipe down your gear. We have found that this stuff has been very helpful in keeping our equipment clean and dry ready to use as needed.
We did try one ( I think it was SoClean) a few years ago but he didn't like it; I don't remember why. The links you suggest are very helpful. Thank you! I'll check with nurse to see if vinegar/soap &distilled water will be sufficient.