New Mask Leaks

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Perrybucsdad
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New Mask Leaks

Post by Perrybucsdad » Mon Nov 07, 2011 8:51 am

Is it normal for a new mask (but same make / model) to experience some leaks the first night or two? I just started my new mask (same size, model, etc) last night and had some bigger leaks than I would have liked. Nothing major, just out of norm. I have swapped cushions before, but this was the first time in swapping the entire mask. Going to do a daily rotation so as I can have everything prepared earlier.

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Re: New Mask Leaks

Post by nanwilson » Mon Nov 07, 2011 8:57 am

You have swapped out an older mask...thus its stretched, for a new mask with nice, new, tight headgear. You will probably have to play with the straps a bit to get it where you need it.
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Re: New Mask Leaks

Post by Pugsy » Mon Nov 07, 2011 9:13 am

Yep, entirely possible.

I recently swapped out headgear and kept old nasal pillows. Took a couple of nights to get the headgear just right.

While I don't have much trouble swapping out the nasal pillows (just not much to them) I can sure see where a full face mask itself might also have a bit of difference in overall stiffness which could also affect leak.
For sure the new headgear will be different.

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Re: New Mask Leaks

Post by Perrybucsdad » Mon Nov 07, 2011 9:30 am

Actually, the headgear was from the old mask (which really is not that old, only 50 nights old).

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Re: New Mask Leaks

Post by Pugsy » Mon Nov 07, 2011 9:38 am

Headgear old.
Then it is the mask and yes the new mask can take a bit of "breaking in". Facial oils, washing and such will break down things a bit. Very gradual so you don't see it. This is why we have to replace the mask. There comes a point when it just gets too broken down to do its job well.

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Re: New Mask Leaks

Post by Kody » Mon Nov 07, 2011 9:52 am

Don't feel bad I have the same situation. My "back up" Mask that is brand new same exact model is back in the closet. I couldn't stop that one from leaking all over the place. Meanwhile I got the older one to stop leaking, so I'm using that for now. I thought at first they must have very bad quality control, however I guess it's true you have to start from scratch with a new one, good luck.
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