I recently ordered the Elevation training mask and while using it I seem to only be able to breathe in air easily on one side. I switched the clear valve behind the white plastic cap from the left to the right side and find that this issue is with the...
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That is how it is designed. If you need more air, flip the closed diaphragm.
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Hi. I went through the same thing and checked the 3M site. For the mask you may buy different kinds of filters. The one that is for dust, like for a woodworker, has a filter inside that looks like a cars air filter. The one for chemicals has a different filter inside and you may use these pre-filters. Put one of each cartridge facing up. They fit into the ridge around the filter and a cover keeps them in place. Hopefully I've been reasonably clear otherwise feel free to ping me again.
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i have the same setup, works fine. goggles will kinda sit on top of the mask when worn.
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I don't see any diff in the valve position when using the pump. What I notice is the entire top goes down. Too much pumping causing you not to be able to close the side tabs. Remember I don't close the side tabs until I've pumped out the air. That way I know when the air has been removed. I love these things. There the only ones that I've purchased that work. I don't put them in the dishwasher and if I have any problems holding air I put a little olive oil on the valve and rubber lining. Gary
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The side of the mask is flexable, but it will be hard to aim down the sights of some ironsights or low profile scopes. You might have to turn your head in a weird manner to look down the sights.
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Sorry about my error; the exhausted air is discharged on the right face and intake air is on the face as pictured.daves
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I am able to blow into it by my mouth, but it is a some what of a challenge. The key is to close the cap before too much air escapes. Takes a little practice, but the results are beneficial.
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I also had difficulty using my mouth. I used the pump I use for my inflatables and the tube only blows up half-way and sinks in spots. I have to think it's the way the tube is made. I had another brand and it blew up just fine.
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I didn't wear it when I did my first one because it was really really windy out there blowing all the dust away from me. However, upon seeing the fine dust, I went in and pull out a N95 mask and put it on when doing the other side. I guess you won't die from doing without it unless you do it for a living, but I will try to avoid breathing that in if I can.
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My Vogmask filters really well. You can feel the resistance breathing in and out but unless I am doing a very strenuous activity, it is breathable. I think if you are planning to pull weeds in the garden or sit on an airplane, it's fine. For bike riding or running, it would help to have a valve. Mike H.
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I've found no problem with breathing in this mask... I believe the slightly larger holes on the mouth area are designed for allowing easier air flow. hope this helps :)
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With the Filtrete material that I received recently, the instructions do not say anything about how to place the filter material so that one particular side faces the oncoming air and therefore the other side faces the outgoing air. I cannot see any difference between the two sides of the material that I received most recently, i.e. the reinforcing mesh is either on both sides or is centered. I vaguely seem to remember that several years ago, the instructions used to differentiate between the two sides and I could see that the reinforcing mesh was on one side rather than on both sides or centered. I'm assuming that you received your FIltrete material recently and the two sides seem identical. With the Filtrete material that I received recently, the instructions do not say anything about how to place the filter material so that one particular side faces the oncoming air and therefore the other side faces the outgoing air. I cannot see any difference between the two sides of the material that I received most recently, i.e. the reinforcing mesh is either on both sides or is centered. I vaguely seem to remember that several years ago, the instructions used to differentiate between the two sides and I could see that the reinforcing mesh was on one side rather than on both sides or... » Read More With the Filtrete material that I received recently, the instructions do not say anything about how to place the filter material so that one particular side faces the oncoming air and therefore the other side faces the outgoing air. I cannot see any difference between the two sides of the material that I received most recently, i.e. the reinforcing mesh is either on both sides or is centered. I vaguely seem to remember that several years ago, the instructions used to differentiate between the two sides and I could see that the reinforcing mesh was on one side rather than on both sides or centered. I'm assuming that you received your FIltrete material recently and the two sides seem identical. « Show Less
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Mary, the ear popper does not release steam, but air. There are two speeds to choose from, high or low. High is what I use and I really do not feel anything when I use high. This is how it works: Take a sip of water and hold in your closed mouth. Then, you cover one nostril completely, then, you put the ear popper in the other nostril, making sure there is a tight seal. It is very important that you cover the other nostril so that no air escapes, and of course, make sure no air can escape the nostril that the ear popper is in. Now, stand in front of a mirror and swallow. You'll notice that your nose "blows up slightly". The action of swallowing water, with one nostril closed and air from the ear popper gently blows up the other nostril, forces the fluid in the ears to move out. It is great for this as well as eustachian tube dysfunction, where the fluid constantly gets trapped, or for allergies. I'd been using Allegra and Astepro, Nasacort and Sudafed for years but still had ear problems. I can tell you that my doctor is astounded by this product. He has never seen my ears looking so good. I do not feel "off" or "allergy eared" anymore. Unfortunately, I do not know what kind of pressure the CPAP machine puts out, but, I can tell you that the ear popper is mild, you really do not feel it but you will feel it work if you do it right. When you swallow, and are looking in the mirror, if you do NOT see your nose "blow up" when you swallow, then you did not have a tight seal on those nostrils. I got it on the first try and I'm sure you will, too. A few of my friends tried it and one didn't get the seal right, so she repeated it and finally got the hang of it. Do not open your mouth when swallowing the water until after you swallowed it! You want to create that "vacuum" affect, which in turn will clear out your ears and enable them to pop. I use my ear popper every day and what a difference. Good luck to you. It's a great product.
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Make sure your valves are in the right position of they are anyway lose you will lose air. Valves are very touchy but the will hold air if they are in the right position. I had no problem with mine after figuring out the valve adjustment.
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Well, I guess the answer to that would depend on how you wear the breathing piece. I hold it right in front of my mouth or nose, so I get a good hit compared to just wearing it loosely. You can buy face masks for it which would increase the amount of oxygen you get a good bit I would imagine. All I can tell you really is that I like mine a lot. I have asthma, and after a bad attack, my colour is off and I feel drained. After using the oxygen bar, my colour returns more to normal, and I feel much, much, much better. It also helps when I have a headache, or just drained in general.
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I find it very easy to breath in this mask the air holes are big but that comes with its downsides if you get hit with a paintball there you'll be tasting paint for a week. But hands down its a great mask
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Unless you have irregular breathing (nasal congestion or some form of blockage) there shouls be no problem with people hearing you breathe. i have been using my headset almopst every day and did not experience the "stalling" feeling you are getting.--Kenneth Garrison