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Please read these instructions in conjunction with the appropriate 3M™ Facepiece User Instructions and also, where applicable, with the 3M™ 5000 Series
particle
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lters user instructions where you will
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nd information on:
• Accessories
• Spare parts
• Approved combinations of 3M™ Face masks and 3M™ Filters
For permitted
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lter combinations see Fig. 1.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
This product meets the requirements of the following standards:
EN 14387:2004 + A1:2008
This product when used as a complete system, helps protect against certain gas and vapour hazards. (See Technical Speci
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cation). In addition, the 3M™
5000 Series particle
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lters may be used in conjunction with the 3M™ 6000 Series gas and vapour
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lters.
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WARNINGS AND LIMITATIONS
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Particular attention should be given to warning statements where indicated.
Proper selection, training, use and appropriate maintenance are essential in order for the product to help protect the wearer from certain airborne
contaminants. Failure to follow all instructions on the use of these respiratory protection products and/or failure to properly wear the complete product
during all periods of exposure may adversely affect the wearer’s health, lead to severe or life threatening illness or permanent disability.
Always be sure that the complete product is:
- Suitable for the application;
- Fitted correctly;
- Worn during all periods of exposure;
- Replaced when necessary.
For suitability and proper use follow local regulations, refer to all information supplied or contact a safety professional or 3M on 0870 60 800 60 (UK) or
1800 320 500 (Ireland).
Use this respirator system strictly in accordance with all instructions:
• contained in this booklet
• accompanying other components of the system
• Do not submerge the
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lters in liquid.
• Do not use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen. (3M de
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nition. Individual countries may apply their own limits on oxygen de
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ciency.
Seek advice if in doubt).
• Do not use these products in oxygen or oxygen-enriched atmospheres.
• Do not use for respiratory protection against atmospheric contaminants/concentrations which have poor warning properties or are unknown or
immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) or against contaminants/concentrations which generate high heats of reaction with chemical
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lters.
• Do not use in concentrations above those speci
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ed in the
Technical Speci
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cation.
• Leave the contaminated area immediately if:
a) Any part of the system becomes damaged. b) Air
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ow to the facepiece decreases or stops.
c) Breathing becomes dif
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cult or increased breathing resistance occurs. d) Dizziness or other distress occurs.
e) You smell or taste contaminants or irritation occurs.
• Never alter, modify or repair this device.
• These products do not contain components made from natural rubber latex.
• In case of intended use in explosive atmospheres, contact 3M.
NOTE
: Save all user instructions for continuing reference.
PREPARATION FOR USE
CAUTION: Care should be exercised when using previously unpacked
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lters as they may have reduced service life or may have been used.
Check that the
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lter is appropriate for the purpose – check colour code, letter code and class. Before initial use, always check that the product is within the
stated shelf life (use by date).
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1 Filter/facepiece assembly instructions
a) Align 6000 Series
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lter notch with facepiece mark and push together (
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g 2). b) Turn
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lter 1/4 turn clockwise to stop (
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g 3).
2 Discard and replace both
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lters at the same time. Ensure that both
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lters are of the same type and class c)To remove
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lter, turn 1/4 turn anticlockwise
3. Replace the
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lter if taste, smell or irritation from gases or vapours is noted. The service life of chemical
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lters will depend upon the activity of the wearer
(breathing rate); the speci
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c type, volatility and concentration of the contaminants; and environmental conditions such as humidity and temperature.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Clean with the 3M™ 105 Face Seal Cleaner
If disposal of parts is required this should be undertaken in accordance with local health and safety and environmental regulations.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION
These products should be stored in the packaging provided in dry, clean conditions away from sources of high temperature and petrol and solvent vapours.
Store in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, see packaging.
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Temperature Range
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Maximum Relative Humidity
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For Single Use Only
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Name and address of Manufacturer
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Dispose of in accordance with local regulations
Do not store outside the temperature range -10°C to +50°C or with humidity above 90%. When stored as stated, the expected shelf life of the product is 5
years from date of manufacture. End of shelf life (use-by) date is marked on the product and packaging. The original packaging is suitable for transporting
the product throughout the European Union.
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