The manufacturer received information regarding a dreamstation auto cpap.The patient alleges that while on vacation, the device had a "burning, horrible smell".The patient noticed black particles in the water chamber and tubing (but not the mask) beginning (b)(6) 2023.The patient stated this event was getting progressively worse each day.The patient cleaned the water chamber and tubing with a cleaning suspension called control 3 disinfectant germicide, placing a cap full in water.The patient soaked the tubing daily and the water chamber every three days.The patient cleaned the mask daily with cpap spray.The patient alleges the filters have nothing except daily household dust on them.The patient used both reusable and disposable filters.The patient rinsed the reusable filters with plain water monthly and changes the reusable filter every six months.The patient changed the disposable filter every two weeks.The patient drove and the device was in its carrier case.The patient did not use the device prior to the vacation.There was no report of flames, smoking, burning, melting or warping.The patient is not a smoker, nor is any household member a smoker.There was no allegation of serious or permanent harm or injury.No medical intervention was required for the patient.
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