SAFETY INFORMATION
8
P/N 595390-01
Rev D
202009
3M Scott Full Facepieces
The following safety directives, warnings, and cautions apply to 3M Scott full facepieces.
For safety information
specific to 3M Scott Air-Pak respirators, see the User Instructions provided with the respirator.
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Improper use of this equipment may result in serious injury or death. Improper use includes, but is not limited to,
use without adequate training, disregard of the warnings and instructions contained herein, and failure to inspect
and maintain this equipment. Read and understand all
User Instruction
s before attempting to operate or service
this equipment.
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The information in this
User Instruction
is meant to supplement — not replace — the instructions, training,
supervision, maintenance, and other elements of your organized respiratory protection program.
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Use this equipment only in conjunction with an organized respiratory protection program.
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This equipment is designed and intended to function properly in reasonable/ordinary firefighting conditions. The
functionality of this equipment may be compromised by extreme fire conditions.
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Training is required before use of this equipment. Use this equipment only if you have been trained in its use and
only in conjunction with an organized respiratory protection program. Do not use this equipment for purposes
other than those authorized by your respiratory protection program. Do not use this equipment underwater.
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Fit testing is required to determine the correct facepiece for each user. The Respiratory Protection Program
Manager or Safety Coordinator must assist the user in selecting the correct facepiece size relative to the user’s
facial features and dimensions. Prior to use, fit testing must be performed with any approved 3M Scott accessory
that will be installed on the facepiece, such as communications devices or thermal imaging systems. See
“Appendix A: Facepiece Fitting” on page 29
Warnings and Cautions
WARNING
To reduce the risks associated with exposure to contaminants:
The contaminant must be identified, and effectively removed or contaminated components must be
removed and disposed of in accordance with applicable regulations.
CAUTION
To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination:
Dispose of all system components, including battery (when provided), in accordance with applicable local
laws and government regulations.
WARNING
To reduce the risks associated with loss of air supply, exposure to contaminants, and oxygen-deficient
atmospheres:
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Do not store the facepiece with anything attached to the docking port.
Storing the facepiece in this way
may cause damage.
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Verify all moisture has been removed from all respirator components before storage. Moisture in the
facepiece or working parts of the respirator, especially when exposed to freezing temperatures, may
cause a malfunction of the respirator.
