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NOTICE The hoses fitted to the EXO-26 Full Face Mask, and supplied by KMDSI, meet the requirements of the EN250 standard concerning the connection of components. Only origional Kirby Morgan hoses should be used as replacements.
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C. Excess water vapor can freeze, causing a free flow, or can block the air flow completely. The EXO-26 Balanced Regulator Full Face Mask described in this guide was inspected and certified by a notified testing institution in compliance with EC direc- tive 89/686 of 21 December 1989.
EXO-26 Operations and Maintenance Manual, KMDSI part # 100-030. The following is a list of features to be found on the Balanced Regulator EXO-26: 1) Fully Adjustable Regulator: The regulator is fully adjustable over a wide range of operating pressures. By simply turning the Adjustment Knob while diving, you can “tune”...
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EXO-26 Balanced Regulator soft flexible area. This means the EXO-26 will fit many different sizes and shapes of faces. The extra area behind the face seal allows a foam pad to be inserted for extra small (narrow) faces. 6) Modular Communications: Microphone and earphones can be easily and quickly replaced.
1.2 Design Purpose The Balanced Regulator EXO-26 Full Face Mask may be used with SCUBA gear. The Balanced Regulator EXO-26 permits nearly normal speech, making the mask an excellent choice for use with wireless communications.
Operating Instructions This section provides the manufacturer’s recommendations on how to use the Balanced EXO-26 Full Face Mask. The use of this diving mask will vary with the type of diving and environmental conditions. A proper training program in the use of full faced masks must be undertaken.
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In the unlikely event there is still flow, proceed to the regulator adjustment section in chapter 5 of the EXO-26 Operations and Maintenance manual ( Part # 100-030) to reset the regulator.
The type of hood that a diver chooses may have direct bearing on the fit and comfort of the Balanced Regulator EXO-26. Excess material on the chin and or jaw will keep the mask from positioning properly and possibly cause jaw fatigue.
Many methods of entry into the water are possible using the Balanced Regulator EXO-26, but a few important points should be noted. When using the giant stride entry, the bottom 7 holes in the exhaust whisker should be covered to prevent any turbulent water from flowing past the exhaust valve.
KMDSI recommends that the EXO-26 Mask be stored and transported to and from the dive site in the EXO-26 carrying bag (Part # 300-902). This bag is made from extra heavy duty ripstop nylon and offers zippered storage in the bottom of the bag.
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