Use
6. As shown in Figure F, hold and draw the upper straps upwards at
a certain angle to tighten the upper and lower straps uniformly. If
the upper straps get loose after adjustment, tighten the straps
again as mentioned above. Fine-tune the straps repeatedly until
the mask rests against your face tightly and comfortably.
7. Carry out a leak test.
3.4
Leak tests
WARNING
!
The half mask may not fit correctly over facial hair or features
– danger of injury or death!
The half mask must fit tightly. In case leak occurs during the
test, don't enter the contaminated area.
NOTICE
i
i
The pad cap of pad-particle filters does not provide an airtight
seal for the gas filter and/or the pad plate. Thus, it is necessary
to carry out the positive pressure test for pad-particle filters.
3.4.1
Negative pressure test
Seal both respiratory filters with your hands or an aid (e.g. a piece of
cardboard) and breathe in until a negative pressure is created (see
Figure G). Hold your breath for a moment.
The negative pressure should be maintained. If not, adjust the
harness.
3.4.2
Positive pressure test
Seal the exhalation valve of the half mask and breathe out forcefully
(see Figure H).
The half mask must NOT lift off your face. If the exhaled air dissipates
between face and mask body, adjust the harness.
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