This product is intended to hold your M Series CPAP, hose and a mask when packing it into another piece of carry-on luggage. It includes:
M Series Travel Size Machine Bag
Zippered Mask Pouch (10 x 10 inch)
The Zippered Mask Pouch is included with this pack but cannot be purchased separately. The Travel Pack without the Zippered Mask Pouch is sold elsewhere on our site.
This Travel Pack will fit the M Series CPAP but not the heated humidifier.
Specifications
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Manufacturer Note:
We are only authorized to sell and ship Philips Respironics products to end-users residing in the United States.
Philips Respironics recommends that new patients purchase their devices, masks and initial accessories from a homecare company that can provide an individualized patient equipment set-up, clinical and after-sales support, and a program to assist patients with therapy success.
"I was using a Respironics Remstar, before buying the M series with C Flex. There is a dramatic improvement. The humidifier works better; nose is not dried out in the morning as before (causing sneezing attacks). The C-Flex variable adjustment to your breathing is fabulous. In my case, it has eliminated mask leakage that occurred with the CONSTANT positive air pressure, by automatically regulating the air. I bought it for something smaller to travel with (I'm leaving for SE Asia tomorrow), but the size is incidental, to the great improvement in the ability to sleep soundly."
Good as long as you know what you're getting
Marya M. – September 04, 2007
"Personally, I'm quite happy with this set. I wanted an extra mesh mask pouch as some of my masks did not come with anything to store them in. And I figured the smaller CPAP bag would be good if I travel without the humidifier but also serve as a supplementary bag to provide a little extra protection for my mask when traveling. I'm planning to sew on a strap or two so that it can be connected with the big bag my M-series and humidifier go in."
Sherry F. – May 18, 2007
"I thought I was getting something bigger. I have a Fisher/Paykel C-PAP machine and was wanting something that it would fit in. From the picture the travel pack looked bigger. I will use the travel pack for something else, but was very disappointed in the size"
Carrying bag design flows
D. Allen – October 27, 2006
"Two problems (in addition to the lack of padding) with this carrying bag:
This carrying bag has no means to stack it on top of another piece of rolling luggage - unless you carry your own bungee chords.
It only comes in black - meaning that it is very hard to see when you put it into an overhead. A more visible color would make it less likely that someone mashed it against the back of the bin because they do not see it, or that the owner would forget it was there..."
Marginal Travel Pack
Robert G. – September 16, 2006
"The M series travel pack for machine and mask is two packs, a minimally padded pack for the M series CPAP (without humidifier) and a mesh pack for the mask and hose.
The mesh pack for the mask and hose is nice and a step up from the zip lock plastic bag I've been using.
The minimally padded CPAP is divided into a larger area for the M series CPAP and an area for the power supply and cord. Fit is good, but I would be very hestitant to use this pack by itself to protect the CPAP. The short video clip on Respironics' website shows placing the travel pack into a carry-on size piece of luggage. I don't think the padded bag is sufficient to protect the CPAP even inside another bag, unless that other bag is well padded itself.
I travel frequently and will not rely on this minimally padded bag by itself. If one travels enough, bags get dropped, even by the most careful, and a CPAP must be adequately protected for this eventually - sooner or later you (or someone else helping you) will drop the bag containing your CPAP. Be prepared! I had hoped this travel pack would provide the first level of protection; unfortunately it does not because of its minimal padding. I will, at least initially, use this pack inside a padded photo bag before placing it into my carry-on (which is also padded). I have learn from the school of hard knocks on protecting CPAP machines while traveling.
There is no Latex in any Respironics mask or their packaging.
Will my CPAP operate on DC / battery power?
All CPAPs will operate on DC power with the use of an inverter to change the current from DC to AC before it reaches the machine. However, many will operate on DC power without the need for an inverter, just a power cord that plugs into the CPAP and ends in a cigarette lighter plug.
Inverters do require a lot of power. If you need to use an inverter to run your machine on battery power, the inverter will probably take about half the life off the battery.
To determine if your CPAP will operate without an inverter, look for a DC outlet on the machine, either at the back or on the side, with a single opening directly in the center. It should be labeled "DC Power" or similar term. You can also review our Compare Charts to see if your machine has a optional DC cable option.
Will my CPAP operate overseas?
An adapter may be required to plug a US power cord into a wall outlet in a foreign country. CPAP.com sells an assortment pack of World Traveler Power Adapter Plugs, which allow CPAP machines to plug into different types of wall sockets found in different countries.
All the models CPAP.com sell contain power converters that enable the machine to operate on any AC current from 100 to 240 volts without any adjustment. Check with your dealer or manufacturer to see if your machine needs an external converter that lowers the voltage from 240 to 120 VAC.
How do I use a battery to operate my CPAP?
First you need to determine if your machine is configured to operate on DC power and has a DC power outlet. If your machine does have a DC power outlet and you want to run your marine battery, then you will need the correct DC cable for your machine and an adapter cable that fits over the cigarette lighter plug and ends in alligator clips.
CPAP.com sells complete battery kits with everything you need for your machine including the right cables for your machine and the battery. You can find the right battery kit for your machine here.
If your machine does not have a DC power outlet, then you will also need an inverter to be able to run your machine on battery power.
If you have questions about the specific power needs of your machine, review the "Power" tab on your machine's product page, or give us a call at 1-800-356-5221.
What type of battery should I use?
For longer battery use, we suggest a deep-cycle marine battery. A CPAP set at 10cm will usually run for about three nights before having to recharge a deep cycle marine battery. A car battery will usually run a machine for 8 hours and still start the car.
There are small, portable battery packs that will operate a CPAP set at 10cm for at least one night, or about eight hours. CPAP.com sells full battery kits that come with everything needed to run your machine off battery power including the right cables needed for your machine and a battery. You can find the battery kit for your machine here. On each battery kit page, you can input your machine and pressure setting to see an estimate battery life for your machine.
How do I prepare for plane travel with CPAP?
Your CPAP does NOT count against your carry on limits. Allow for an additional 10-20 minutes in security, not likely but it happens. If airport personnel ask about the CPAP, let them know politely that it is a medical device (a CPAP unit). Most of them understand what it is and that it is an exception to the normal rules. We provide a luggage tag for CPAP systems: http://www.cpap.com/productpage/medical-identification-luggage-tag-cpap-equipment.html
You can use your CPAP on board, just use batteries or make sure you're seated by a power outlet. You can call or reserve one of these seats online with most airlines. Alternatively visit Seat Guru , a website that works with most major airlines.
Be sure to bring spare parts and a back up mask. If you're in a bind, CPAP.com delivers all over the US and to most international destinations.
How do I prepare for international travel with CPAP?
To prepare for your international travel, be sure to:
Check the voltage of your destination. You may need a plug adapter for your machine.
Go ahead and pack spare parts to your equipment, CPAP.com can ship to most destinations around the world, but you may not want to additional wait and cost when you know you have a spare mask sitting at home.