Great video! Went through this last week as it started getting colder here in New England. I got a tubing wrap and it work perfectly for my CPAP tubing. Also helped when I kept majority of the hose and my head under the blanket.
Ahh, we are so happy and flattered that you got through your adjustments! Thanks for tuning in! We hope we can spread more awareness on these tiny changes that can make a BIG impact on your sleep. :)
Hi there! I would start by identifying where the leak is coming from (Ex: nasal bridge area, chin, cheeks, etc) and what type of mask you have. Once you assess that, it may be best to complete the Mask Fit Test on your device if you have a ResMed device. The Mask Fit test can be found either in your MyOptions (AirSense 10) or +More menu (AirSense 11). You should get in a comfy position with your mask while lying on your back. Once you are in that position and have located the Mask Fit on your device, please run the test. The pressures will start low and gradually increase, which is the device testing your mask seal at lower and higher pressures. Please lay on your back and continue to try to get a good fit while lying on your back for about 15 seconds. After 15 seconds of the device reading a good mask seal, you can turn onto your side and repeat this process to reduce/avoid air leaks while sleeping on your side (more common with full face masks or nasal masks that cover the entire nose). If you deal with leakage while lying on your side, you may also benefit from a CPAP pillow, which we carry on our site! Feel free to check in with your device provider if the issue persists, since it could be related to the device itself. Your provider should have more insight into detailed analysis on your machine and can troubleshoot further with you if needed! We are here if you have any further questions, but I hope this helps :)
Good info. I wish there was a reduced humidification option for the AirMini. The discs provide me with too much humidification but if I don’t use them I get too dry.
Hi, Bill! Thanks for your comment! Unfortunately, one of the drawbacks of the Mini is that you are unable to set the humidifier to specific levels like you can on a bedside unit. You can always purchase a tube wrap to keep the tubing insulated and reduce/eliminate the instances of this occurring, or keep the tube under the blanket with you (if applicable) to also help keep it warm.
ok thanks for that,. i don't use any water in my cpap devices. but during the night my pillow and t shirt get wet. its not sweat...its water...i think perhaps it is from the exhaust vents on my mask. your thoughts?
Hey there! Thank you for the detailed note- you may still be experiencing condensation from the tubing, even without humidity powered on, due to your own breathing! If you have a heated tubing, turn your tube temp up to see if that helps. If you do not have a heated tubing, try to insulate your tubing with the tricks in the video and that should do it for ya!
My machine is using the water to fast. I'm having to put water in it everyday and it seems like my machine is blowing to fast and I was wondering what to do about it. Thankyou.
Oh no! First thing, let's check your mask fit. If there is air leak, that can cause the water to run out quickly. However, it is normal to change the water each day, emptying any residual water and leaving the water chamber open to air dry while not in use. You may add distilled water nightly before therapy. If preferred, you may also decrease the humidity setting. If you are new to CPAP therapy, it may take time and practice to acclimate to therapy pressures. However, you may contact your prescribing doctor (or Lofta if you were prescribed with us) requesting a pressure change for comfort. (800-698-8000 or sleep@lofta.com)
Our in-house respiratory therapist: "Tube covers/wraps will only be relevant to the user if they deal with rainout/condensation from the humidifier. It is more likely that condensation will occur in a colder room!"
Few tips: wash earlier in the day to give you the most time to dry, hang your tubing in a well-ventilated area or place with some sunlight, disable the Smart Start feature (if applicable) then turn on the device to get some air blowing and dry it out before you begin therapy!
@@loftasleep Okay. I'll give it a shot! The inside of the tube will maintain those water droplets after washing for about three days straight and it's been driving me crazy haha
So my CPAP company gave me two different answers to my rainout/excess moisture issue - one said to increase the tubing temp to 82, the other said to decrease it to match approximately what the room temperature was, so around 70. Still had issues at the 70 tubing temp and water pooling in my nasal mask---help!
Our in-house respiratory therapist: "I would recommend that they increase tube temp and give the analogy of something like "If there is a puddle on the ground, it will remain a puddle until a big ray of sun hovers over it and evaporates the moisture on the ground. Think of the tubing temperature as that ray of sunshine. The warmer the tube, the more quickly it can evaporate or get rid of condensation." Have them bump it to 82 and increase as necessary"
@@loftasleep I did 82 last night and still had a little moisture in the mask, more like condensation. Should I reduce the humidity from 3 to 2? because I feel like I'm getting a bit of nasal /sinus issues with the moisture...like needing to blow my nose during the day.
Hi there! We do not have any information from ResMed, the manufacturer, about when they will come out with an updated AirMini. You can bet that we will sell it when the time does come around!
The manufacturer recommends distilled to ensure that you do not get the white film/mineral deposit at the bottom of the water chamber. If you do not have access to distilled, bottled or filtered works just fine. Tap water should be boiled and cooled down before usage if necessary. ResMed will continue to recommend distilled for your own reference :)
So so helpful. I am new to my CPAP and constantly worried about my nose drying out. the humidified tubbing makes a big difference and now that I know i can prewarm the tubing, I will likely be even more Complient ! thanks again!
I put water in my machine but I don’t turn on the Humidifier by the next morning it’s empty I don’t know how that is but that’s not what otherwise I’ll run out in the middle of the night I turn on the humidifier or use it without the middle by the water works all night keep the air moist for me !
Thanks for sharing, William! Your water tank should not be emptying out if you have the humidity or tube temp off! If you do not notice any water coming out from the bottom of the device (indicating a crack in the water tank) then you should be fine, but we are not sure how your device can do what it is doing! It is up to your discretion if you want to get that checked out with the provider that gave you the device or not, but it does not seem to be causing you issues which is a great thing!
Lofta is where I go to get answers regarding CPAP masks and machines. I also have only used them to buy my equipment and supplies. They are great and so helpful. I bought the heated tubing so I would not have to deal with rainout. On my travel restmed I either buy the regular moisture discs or just use it for a night or two without the disc so that I do not get rainout.
We are so lucky to have you on board with us! :) This feedback is just wonderful to hear. All the information you provided us sounds SPOT ON. Keep up the great work!
Now that.cold temperatures are becoming more frequent, I noticed that even though we keep our home near the same temperature year around, rain out occurs more in the late fall/early winter. I changed the humidity from 5 to 3 to see of this will stop the rain out effect.
Love my Lofta mini C pap machine!! I have used these U Tube videos more than once to answer questions on my personal usage. This video answered questions on why I would wake with water around my nose. Thank you for answering and giving me the guidance on correcting this issue.
Thank you, Narina. I had this problem and your explanation on how to fix this issue worked perfectly! Changing the hose temperature works! Thank you so much. I don't get rained on anymore!
It is always a pleasure working with you, Andrew! I am glad we could work as a team to get things settled for you. :D No more raining on your sleep parade woohoo! - Narina
It can be tricky, because with the recent weather changes (cold, hot, dry, wet) it might be something that needs to be adjusted nightly. Hopefully this video will help you find that middle ground!
Thanks Narina for all the awesome info and insight. It’s getting colder where I’m at and was having issues with rain out so i did some research and I got a climate hose as well as a hose wrap to keep the temp consistent to prevent this.
I'm new to using a CPAP and this has been very helpful. Glad LOFTA is making these videos as it answers a lot of the questions I initially had. Keep up the good work.
This was helpful information. I've only experienced rainout twice during high humidity days. Adjusted the settings and things got better.
Great video! Went through this last week as it started getting colder here in New England. I got a tubing wrap and it work perfectly for my CPAP tubing. Also helped when I kept majority of the hose and my head under the blanket.
Wow, sounds like you're an expert!
Thank you so much! I learned how to arrange the temperature now!
Ahh, we are so happy and flattered that you got through your adjustments! Thanks for tuning in! We hope we can spread more awareness on these tiny changes that can make a BIG impact on your sleep. :)
My cpap is leaking air and making too much noise. What is your advice please?
Hi there! I would start by identifying where the leak is coming from (Ex: nasal bridge area, chin, cheeks, etc) and what type of mask you have.
Once you assess that, it may be best to complete the Mask Fit Test on your device if you have a ResMed device. The Mask Fit test can be found either in your MyOptions (AirSense 10) or +More menu (AirSense 11). You should get in a comfy position with your mask while lying on your back. Once you are in that position and have located the Mask Fit on your device, please run the test. The pressures will start low and gradually increase, which is the device testing your mask seal at lower and higher pressures. Please lay on your back and continue to try to get a good fit while lying on your back for about 15 seconds. After 15 seconds of the device reading a good mask seal, you can turn onto your side and repeat this process to reduce/avoid air leaks while sleeping on your side (more common with full face masks or nasal masks that cover the entire nose).
If you deal with leakage while lying on your side, you may also benefit from a CPAP pillow, which we carry on our site! Feel free to check in with your device provider if the issue persists, since it could be related to the device itself. Your provider should have more insight into detailed analysis on your machine and can troubleshoot further with you if needed! We are here if you have any further questions, but I hope this helps :)
What a valuable video. Thank you!
Very helpful. Another reason why Lofta is the go-to sleep apnea company for my wife and me.
Thanks for all the great education and great customer service!
Thank you for all the support
Good info. I wish there was a reduced humidification option for the AirMini. The discs provide me with too much humidification but if I don’t use them I get too dry.
Hi, Bill! Thanks for your comment! Unfortunately, one of the drawbacks of the Mini is that you are unable to set the humidifier to specific levels like you can on a bedside unit. You can always purchase a tube wrap to keep the tubing insulated and reduce/eliminate the instances of this occurring, or keep the tube under the blanket with you (if applicable) to also help keep it warm.
@@loftasleep I will try the blanket trick and if that works I’ll get the wrap.
ok thanks for that,. i don't use any water in my cpap devices. but during the night my pillow and t shirt get wet. its not sweat...its water...i think perhaps it is from the exhaust vents on my mask. your thoughts?
Hey there! Thank you for the detailed note- you may still be experiencing condensation from the tubing, even without humidity powered on, due to your own breathing!
If you have a heated tubing, turn your tube temp up to see if that helps. If you do not have a heated tubing, try to insulate your tubing with the tricks in the video and that should do it for ya!
My machine is using the water to fast. I'm having to put water in it everyday and it seems like my machine is blowing to fast and I was wondering what to do about it. Thankyou.
Oh no! First thing, let's check your mask fit. If there is air leak, that can cause the water to run out quickly. However, it is normal to change the water each day, emptying any residual water and leaving the water chamber open to air dry while not in use. You may add distilled water nightly before therapy. If preferred, you may also decrease the humidity setting. If you are new to CPAP therapy, it may take time and practice to acclimate to therapy pressures. However, you may contact your prescribing doctor (or Lofta if you were prescribed with us) requesting a pressure change for comfort. (800-698-8000 or sleep@lofta.com)
Been using CPAP for more than 25 years And haven’t had this issue ever, didn’t even know what rain out was.
Woohoo, lucky you!
AirSense 11 with humidifier Do you still need a tube cover if it's cold in your room in winter?
Our in-house respiratory therapist: "Tube covers/wraps will only be relevant to the user if they deal with rainout/condensation from the humidifier. It is more likely that condensation will occur in a colder room!"
It's hard getting used to the mask
After washing the tubing, the water droplets inside never dry. What do I do?
Few tips: wash earlier in the day to give you the most time to dry, hang your tubing in a well-ventilated area or place with some sunlight, disable the Smart Start feature (if applicable) then turn on the device to get some air blowing and dry it out before you begin therapy!
@@loftasleep Okay. I'll give it a shot! The inside of the tube will maintain those water droplets after washing for about three days straight and it's been driving me crazy haha
Turn down humidifier
So my CPAP company gave me two different answers to my rainout/excess moisture issue - one said to increase the tubing temp to 82, the other said to decrease it to match approximately what the room temperature was, so around 70. Still had issues at the 70 tubing temp and water pooling in my nasal mask---help!
Our in-house respiratory therapist: "I would recommend that they increase tube temp and give the analogy of something like "If there is a puddle on the ground, it will remain a puddle until a big ray of sun hovers over it and evaporates the moisture on the ground. Think of the tubing temperature as that ray of sunshine. The warmer the tube, the more quickly it can evaporate or get rid of condensation." Have them bump it to 82 and increase as necessary"
@@loftasleep I did 82 last night and still had a little moisture in the mask, more like condensation. Should I reduce the humidity from 3 to 2? because I feel like I'm getting a bit of nasal /sinus issues with the moisture...like needing to blow my nose during the day.
My dental hygienist recommended Spry mouth spray.. it works well for me. Don't love the xylimelt slime feel.
Took a nap earlier every thing was fine but at bedtime put on mask and get Rain out. I'm so fed up and this 2 days in a roll
Here from my my email. When will air mini be upgraded..
Hi there! We do not have any information from ResMed, the manufacturer, about when they will come out with an updated AirMini. You can bet that we will sell it when the time does come around!
Great info!!
Great video
Myth or vapor wear. Distilled vs Bottled water?
The manufacturer recommends distilled to ensure that you do not get the white film/mineral deposit at the bottom of the water chamber. If you do not have access to distilled, bottled or filtered works just fine. Tap water should be boiled and cooled down before usage if necessary. ResMed will continue to recommend distilled for your own reference :)
So so helpful. I am new to my CPAP and constantly worried about my nose drying out. the humidified tubbing makes a big difference and now that I know i can prewarm the tubing, I will likely be even more Complient ! thanks again!
helpful
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Thank you for the information. You did a great job on the video very useful information to have.
Great video I learned how to improve my health including how to better solve my noises
Thanks for this helpful information! Good to know you have these videos available.
Great video! This is what I like so much about the air mini, very easy to control humidity.
Thanks for the info! Good to know more about what might to expect.
Great Info, I am learning so much from Lofta. So happy that I found you!
Great video! Very helpful in solving my rainout problem!
Great video! Thank you for sharing!
I am so glad I have my cpap, best choice ive ever made.
I put water in my machine but I don’t turn on the Humidifier by the next morning it’s empty I don’t know how that is but that’s not what otherwise I’ll run out in the middle of the night I turn on the humidifier or use it without the middle by the water works all night keep the air moist for me !
Thanks for sharing, William! Your water tank should not be emptying out if you have the humidity or tube temp off! If you do not notice any water coming out from the bottom of the device (indicating a crack in the water tank) then you should be fine, but we are not sure how your device can do what it is doing! It is up to your discretion if you want to get that checked out with the provider that gave you the device or not, but it does not seem to be causing you issues which is a great thing!
Lofta is where I go to get answers regarding CPAP masks and machines. I also have only used them to buy my equipment and supplies. They are great and so helpful. I bought the heated tubing so I would not have to deal with rainout. On my travel restmed I either buy the regular moisture discs or just use it for a night or two without the disc so that I do not get rainout.
We are so lucky to have you on board with us! :) This feedback is just wonderful to hear. All the information you provided us sounds SPOT ON. Keep up the great work!
Great video! Thank you!
Great video, thank you!
Now that.cold temperatures are becoming more frequent, I noticed that even though we keep our home near the same temperature year around, rain out occurs more in the late fall/early winter. I changed the humidity from 5 to 3 to see of this will stop the rain out effect.
The change you made should hopefully do the trick! When in doubt, reach out!
Love my Lofta mini C pap machine!! I have used these U Tube videos more than once to answer questions on my personal usage. This video answered questions on why I would wake with water around my nose. Thank you for answering and giving me the guidance on correcting this issue.
Hi Susan! It makes us so happy to hear that you have referenced these videos to help optimize your sleep. :) Keep rocking it!
Very helpful, thank you!
Great information
Thank you, Narina. I had this problem and your explanation on how to fix this issue worked perfectly! Changing the hose temperature works! Thank you so much. I don't get rained on anymore!
It is always a pleasure working with you, Andrew! I am glad we could work as a team to get things settled for you. :D No more raining on your sleep parade woohoo! - Narina
It was very helpful.
Great video, real informative
I just received my humidified tubing and love it! Still trying to adjust it, but still better.
It can be tricky, because with the recent weather changes (cold, hot, dry, wet) it might be something that needs to be adjusted nightly. Hopefully this video will help you find that middle ground!
Great info, thanks.
Thanks for the helpful video. I had given up on the humidifier option.
We hope this can help you!
Very informative video
Thanks Narina for all the awesome info and insight. It’s getting colder where I’m at and was having issues with rain out so i did some research and I got a climate hose as well as a hose wrap to keep the temp consistent to prevent this.
We are so happy we could help out, Phillip! You are on top of things!
Great information!
This is so helpful, I woke up just this morning unsure of how to fix this issue!
Looks like you found it just in time!
Great info!
Great video!
Very helpful
Woohoo...I wish to try the Xylomelt for my dry mouth!!!
You can search the Xylimelts on our site!
I'm new to using a CPAP and this has been very helpful. Glad LOFTA is making these videos as it answers a lot of the questions I initially had. Keep up the good work.
Great to hear!
Thanks for the great info. You guys never leave us hanging!