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When the mainline valve of a self-contained breathing apparatus is open, the bypass valve should be __________.

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When the mainline valve of a self-contained breathing apparatus is open, the bypass valve should be __________.

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• Normal operating position of the bypass valve on an SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus) • Purpose of the bypass/emergency air supply versus the mainline demand valve • How using the bypass affects air consumption rate and emergency use only procedures

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• Ask yourself: under normal conditions, when the regulator and mainline are working correctly, should air be flowing continuously or only on demand? • Think about what would happen to your air supply and system safety if the bypass were left open during normal use. • Which position of the bypass keeps it reserved strictly for emergency operation if the main regulator fails?

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• Verify that the mainline valve controls normal on-demand breathing air. • Confirm that the bypass valve is intended for emergency use only, not routine breathing. • Consider which setting would prevent unintended continuous air flow and conserve the air supply for an emergency.

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When the mainline valve of a self-contained breathing apparatus is open, the bypass valve should be __________.

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Question 1 / 2066636eec28f7522a1c51c6a0

Question 1 of 2066636eec28f7522a1c51c6a0

When the mainline valve of a self-contained breathing apparatus is open, the bypass valve should be __________.

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When the mainline valve of a self-contained breathing apparatus is open, the bypass valve should be __________.

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