Kirby Morgan EXO-BR Mask Manual - Submarine Manufacturing ...

Chapter 2CHAPTER 2OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSEXO Full Face Mask Manual2.1 INTRODUCTIONThis section provides the manufacturer’s recommendationson how to use the three EXO FullFace Masks. The use of these diving masks willvary with the type of diving and environmentalconditions. A proper training program in the useof full faced masks must be undertaken prior todiving the mask. Practice using the mask in acalm, clear body of water (pool) before openwater diving. There is a video available fromTeam Visions that goes over many of these basicprocedures. The video, Diving With The EXO-26 Full Face Mask is available from Best PublishingPO Box 30100 Flagstaff Ariz. 86004Ph 800 468-1055.2.2 FIRST USE AND PRE-DIVE SET UP2.4 VISUAL INSPECTIONVisually inspect the entire exterior and interiorof the mask.- The face seal should be in good condition withno cracks, tears, or punctures.- The spider (head harness) should be intact.Stretch the spider and inspect it carefully forsigns of cracking or tearing.- Inspect the face port. It should be clean andclear. Anti fog solutions should be applied priorto use.-Check the wiring for the communications, ifpresent. Make sure the communication modulemount nut is screwed down tight.When you first receive your EXO Full FaceMask, carefully unpack it and examine it for anydamage that may have occurred during shipment.Use the inspection sheet provided to ensurethat no damage has occurred! Read allwarning labels & caution tags.Be sure to complete the enclosed warranty cardand return to KMDSI as soon as possible. Warrantyclaims require that a card be on file atKMDSI 10 days after purchase. Incompletewarranty cards are considered invalid.2.3 PRE DRESS-IN PROCEDUREBefore dressing in for a dive, an inspection of themask and all related gear should be made toinsure everything is in proper working order.This should be done well in advance of the dive,so any problems or adjustments can be dealtwith. Read and understand this manual beforeyou dive. Chapter 2 tells you the basic operatingprocedures and how to perform the pre-divemask inspections and pre-dive regulator functiontests.Document # 050415003 © Copyright 1970-2003 Kirby Morgan Dive Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.-In the EXO Original, inspect the air inlet tubeand make sure it is properly seated on the regulator.-In the EXO Standard or BR, inspect the oralnasal and equalizer and make sure they aresecurely mounted. If the mask does not havecommunications installed, be sure to use a microphonehole plug (320-001) in the oral nasal.-Check the regulator assembly to ensure that it issecured tightly on the mask frame.-Check the regulator cover to ensure that it istight on the regulator body.-With no air to the mask, screw the regulatoradjustment knob all the way out and back in toinsure that it turns freely.2.5 CLEAN FACE PORTRemove any sand or debris from the interior ofthe mask and face port which may be inhaledor blown into the divers face, interfering withthe divers vision.11