Fitting Instructions
Must be followed each time the respirator is worn. Before
fitting device, ensure hands are clean.
See Figure 1 below.
All respirator components should be inspected for damage
prior to each use.
1. With reverse side up and using the tab, separate top
and bottom panels to form a cup shape. Bend slightly at
centre of the nose clip.
2. Ensure both panels are fully unfolded.
3. Cup respirator in one hand with open side towards face.
Take both straps in other hand. Hold respirator under
chin, with nose piece up, and pull straps over head.
4. Locate the upper strap across the crown of the head
and the lower strap below the ears. Straps must not be
twisted. Adjust top and bottom panels for comfortable fit,
ensuring panels and chin tab are not folded in.
5. Using both hands, mould nose clip to the shape of the
lower part of the nose to ensure a close fit and good seal.
Pinching the nose clip using only one hand may result in
less effective respirator performance - use two hands.
6. The seal of the respirator on the face should be
fit checked before entering the workplace
Fit Check
1. Cover the front of the respirator with both hands being
careful not to disturb the fit of the respirator.
2. (a) UNVALVED respirator - EXHALE sharply;
(b) VALVED respirator - INHALE sharply.
3. If air leaks around the nose, re-adjust the nose clip to
eliminate leakage. Repeat the above fit check.
4. If air leaks at the respirator edges, work the straps back
along the sides of the head to eliminate leakage. Repeat
the above fit check.
If you
CANNOT
achieve a proper fit
DO NOT
enter the
hazardous area
.
See your supervisor.
It is recommended that wearers be fit tested in accordance
with AS/NZS 1715:2009 Standard. For information
regarding fit testing procedures, please contact 3M.
Respirator Range
Figure 1
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2
3
4
5
6
Unvalved
Valved
3M
™
Aura™
Particulate Respirator 9310+
3M
™
Aura
Particulate Respirator 9312+
3M
™
Aura™
Particulate Respirator 9320+
3M
™
Aura
Particulate Respirator 9322+
3M
™
Personal Safety Division | 3M
™
Particulate Respirators 9300+ Series
