TM 10-8415-208-12
q.
Connect the tether line to the remote air source.
NOTE
Breathing tube is not connected to regulator at this point.
r.
Don face piece (12) as follows:
(1)
Fully extend face piece (12) head harness straps (13), (14) and (15).
(2)
Grip head harness straps (13), (14) and (15).
(3)
Place your chin into the lower part of face piece (12).
s.
Pull head harness straps (13), (14) and (15) back over your head and adjust for a tight seal as follows:
(1)
Ensure all straps lie flat on the head.
(2)
Tighten chin straps (13).
(3)
Tighten temple straps (14).
(4)
Tighten top head strap (15) to position the lens for best vision.
t.
Check the seal of face piece (12) by covering the end of the breathing tube (16) with the palm of the hand and
inhaling until the face piece collapses on the face.
u.
Hold breath for 5 seconds, if face piece stays collapsed on face you have a good seal.
v.
Connect breathing tube (16) to EBA regulator outlet (17).
NOTE
The warning light will stop blinking. and burn steady when the cylinder valve is opened.
w.
Immediately turn on remote air.
x.
Open cylinder valve (2).
y.
Open regulator valve (18).
z.
Ensure breathing and exhalation are normal.
aa.
Ensure there is air flowing out of vent tubes (6).
ab.
Check system for leaks.
ac.
Insert both arms into suit (7) and gloves (19).
ad.
Place suit (7) hook and pile fastener tape shoulder straps (20) around the EBA shoulder straps (21) and fasten.
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