How to Fix a Cracked Lady Zest Q Nasal CPAP Mask with Headgear

Written By: Spencer Anderson
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How to Fix a Cracked Lady Zest Q Nasal CPAP Mask with Headgear

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

7

Time Required

10 minutes - 1 hour

Introduction

If your Lady Zest Q Nasal CPAP Mask with Headgear is cracked and leaking air use this guide to repair the crack in the mask. The mask is used to to provide a seal around your nose so that positive pressure can maintained when you breathe. Before you begin this guide you will check the mask for where the crack is located and how big it is. Be sure to wear latex gloves that can be disposed of while working with the resin, as it is very sticky and once dried will be harder to remove safely.

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    • Trim the edges of the fiberglass sheet into small strips that cover the crack on the mask.

    • The trimmed fiberglass strands should look like this! (second picture)

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    • Proceed to push the resin and sealant out into a container to mix.

    • Use latex gloves to protect your hands from the resin.

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    • Begin to mix the resin and the sealant together using the toothpicks.

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    • Mix in some of the fiberglass strands into the resin until the strands are fully saturated with resin.

    • Scoop up some of the resin and fiberglass mixture with the toothpick.

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    • Apply the fiber glass and resin combo onto the crack and, using another toothpick, arrange the fiberglass to cover the crack.

    • Repeat until the hole has been sufficiently covered.

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    • Let the resin dry.

    • The time will vary based on the resin, amount of solvent used, and weather conditions, so be sure to read the back of your resin container to estimate how long it will take to dry.

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    • When you are done the final product should be covering the crack and completely airtight.

    • Check the mask to ensure that the crack is fully sealed.

    • If there is still pressure loss through the crack, apply more resin to the crack until it is sealed.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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