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OSHA substance specific standards. In Canada, CSA standard Z94.4 requirements must be met and/or requirements
of the applicable jurisdiction, as appropriate.
3)
The particles which can be dangerous to your health include those so small that you cannot see them.
4)
Leave the contaminated area immediately and contact supervisor if dizziness, irritation, or other distress occurs.
5)
Store the respirator away from contaminated areas when not in use.
6)
Inspect respirator before each use to ensure that it is in good operating condition. Examine all the respirator parts for
signs of damage including the two headbands, staples, noseclip, and nosefoam. The respirator should be disposed of
immediately upon observation of damaged or missing parts. Filtering facepieces are to be inspected prior to each use
to assure there are no holes in the breathing zone other than the punctures around staples and no damage has occurred.
Enlarged holes resulting from ripped or torn filter material around staple punctures are considered damage. Immediately
replace respirator if damaged. Staple perforations do not affect NIOSH approval.
7)
Dispose of used product in accordance with applicable regulations.
Use Limitations
1)
This respirator does not supply oxygen. Do not use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen.
2)
Do not use when concentrations of contaminants are immediately dangerous to life and health, are unknown or when
concentrations exceed 10 times the permissible exposure limit (PEL) or according to specific OSHA standards or appli
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cable government regulations, whichever is lower.
3)
Do not alter, wash, abuse or misuse this respirator.
4)
Do not use with beards or other facial hair or other conditions that prevent a good seal between the face and the sealing
surface of the respirator.
5)
Respirators can help protect your lungs against certain airborne contaminants; however, they will not prevent entry
through other routes such as the skin, which would require additional personal protective equipment (PPE).
6)
This respirator is designed for occupational/professional use by adults who are properly trained in its use and limitations.
This respirator is not designed to be used by children.
7)
Individuals with a compromised respiratory system, such as asthma or emphysema, should consult a physician and
complete a medical evaluation prior to use.
8)
When stored in accordance with temperature and humidity conditions specified below, the product may be used until
the “use by” date specified on the packaging.
Storage Conditions and Shelf Life
Before use, store respirators in the original packaging away from contaminated areas, dust, sunlight, extreme temperatures,
excessive moisture and damaging chemicals. When stored in accordance with temperature and humidity conditions specified
below, the product may be used until the “use by” date specified on packaging. Always inspect product and conduct a user
seal check before use as specified in the
User Instructions
.
If you cannot achieve a proper seal, do not use the respirator.
End of Shelf Life
Use respirators before the “use by” date specified on packaging
Storage Temperature Range
-20°C (-4°F) to +30°C (+86°F)
Storage Maximum Relative Humidity
<80% RH
+86˚F
+30˚C
-4˚F
-20˚C
Occupational/Workplace Use: 3M™
9205+ and 9210+
N95 User Instructions
< 80%
