G1 Facepiece
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Maintenance
GB
Removing the Spring Retainer and Exhalation Valve
(1)
Pull one side of the spring retainer fork off of the locking
lug and out of the slot until the spring retainer releases.
(2)
Inspect the spring retainer and spring.
Discard if the spring is deformed, the retainer forks
are broken, or if the retainer is otherwise damaged.
(3)
Remove the exhalation valve.
Discard if the valve is torn, tacky, or otherwise
damaged.
NOTE
: Be careful not to damage the valve seat. If it is
damaged, replace the component housing.
(4)
Inspect the valve seat in the component housing.
If any blemishes or damage is present, replace the
component housing.
