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SleepWeaver Mask users have sent us these tips that have made fitting much easier for them.

Tip # 1

I found that if I put the mask on before turning on the blower and making sure my nose was completely in the opening - then turning on the blower and making small tugs if there were any leaks worked best for me.

I have never been able to get rid of all the leaks if I start with the blower on.

I also went to a light weight hose to keep the weight of the hose from pulling on the Mask.

Tip # 2

I had an idea which seems to have panned out - which is relaxing the jaw while fitting the mask, since many people's facial conformations change once the jaw is relaxed. I tried the mask again last night, only I relaxed my jaw as I was fitting the mask. And it worked really well! Its comfortable, quiet and excellent for side sleeping!

Tip #3

Turn the machine on and position your nose in the opening comfortably.
Then stop the machine.
Hold the material at the top and bottom of the nose opening - with your nose in the hole -  all the while pulling the material at the top and bottom in their opposite directions.
Then pull the material the opposite directions left and right - with your nose in the opening still.
Make sure the elastic part is on the center of your forehead.
Then turn the machine back on.

Tip # 4

Place mask on face without the machine.

Turn on air. 

Pull mask down and away at a 30 degree angle.

Bring mask back to your face and push slightly. (this seems to seat it a bit more)

Wait just a minute or two - the mask begins to mold to your face and upon lying down, the little leaks disappear.