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3M™ Faceshields
Please read these user instructions in conjunction with the appropriate 3M™ Carrier System where you will find additional
information on:
• Approved combinations of face shields
• Proper use and fitting of face shields
See all instructions for use and save for continuing reference.
INTENDED USE
3M™ Face Shields when used as part of an approved system are designed to protect the wearer against impacts to the eye and
face, both from the front and the side.
3M™ Face Shields mentioned in this user instruction are compatible for use with the 3M™ G500 Headgear or 3M™ V5 Linkage
System.
3M™ Clear Face Shields meet the requirements of EN166:2001, Personal Eye Protection.
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Particular attention should be given to warning statements where indicated.
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WARNINGS
• Always be sure that the complete product is:
- Suitable for the application;
- Fitted correctly;
- Worn during all periods of exposure;
- Replaced when necessary.
• Proper selection, training, use and appropriate maintenance are essential in order for the product to help protect the wearer from
impact hazards.
• Failure to follow all instructions on the use of these personal 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.
• 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).
• Check apparatus is complete, undamaged and correctly assembled. Any damaged or defective parts must be replaced with
original 3M spare parts before use.
• Eye protectors against high speed particles worn over standard opthalmic spectacles may transmit impact energy, creating a
hazard to the wearer.
• Certain chemicals can cause damage to these products.
Contact 3M for additional information.
If protection against high speed particles at extremes of temperature is required then the selected eye-protector should be
marked with the letter T immediately after the impact letter, i.e. FT, BT or AT.
If the impact letter is not followed by the letter T then the eye protector shall only be used against high speed particles at room
temperature.
APPROVALS
These products meet the requirements of the European Community Directive 89/686/EEC (Personal Protective Equipment Directive)
and are thus CE marked. Certification under Article 10, EC Type-Examination, has been issued for these products by Finnish
Institute of Occupational Health (FIOH), Topeliuksenkatu 41aA, FIN-00250 Helsinki, Finland (Notified Body number 0403).
CERTIFICATION
3M™ face shields meet the following requirements:
High speed particles
Model
European
Standard
Symbol
Field of use
Mechanical Strength
Optical
Class
Scale
Number
EN166:2001
EN170:2001
Medium energy impact
B
Liquid splash
Short circuit electric arc
1
2C-1.2
3
8
5F-11
EN166:2001
EN169:2002
5E-11
B
Liquid splash
3
1
5
High speed particles
Medium energy impact
