3M Versaflo M Series User Instructions

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Page 1 DISTRIBUTED BY ® Versa o TM/MC M-Series Headgear User Instructions for: Pièce faciale de série M Directives d’utilisation pour : Casco Serie M Instrucciones de uso para: Equipamento para a cabeça da Série M Instruções de Uso para: M-100 Series Respiratory Faceshields M-200 Series Respiratory Faceshields Écrans faciaux pour système de protection Écrans faciaux pour système de protection...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Distributed by Best Materials® LLC Table of Contents FOREWORD ..........................2 Contact Information ........................2 System Description ........................2 List of Warnings within these User Instructions ................. 3 Limitations of Use ........................4 Respirator Program Management .................... 4 NIOSH - Approval, Cautions, & Limitations ................4 Additional Certifications ......................
Page 3: Foreword
M-300 Series loose fitting facepieces and the M-400 Series Helmets are designed to be used with certain 3M™ Breathing Tubes and Powered Air Purifying (PAPR) or Supplied Air (SA) units to form a respiratory system. In addition, all 3M™ M-Series Headgear meet the test requirements of certain eye and face protection standards, and the M-300 and M-400 Series Headgear meet test requirements of certain industrial head protection standards.
Page 4: List Of Warnings Within These User Instructions
Unit or Supplied Air Device in order to ensure correct system operation. e. Do not use with parts or accessories other than those manufactured by 3M as described in these User Instructions or on the NIOSH Approval Label for this respirator.
Page 5: Limitations Of Use
Z94.4 requirements must be met and/or requirements of the applicable jurisdiction, as appropriate. The major sections of 1910.134 are listed here for reference. Consult an industrial hygienist or call 3M Technical Service with questions concerning applicability of these products to your job requirements.
Page 6: Operating Instructions
To disconnect the breathing tube, compress the tabs on the end of the QRS to release and pull back to remove (Fig. 1b). Fig. 1a Fig. 1b PAPR/SA Components Read completely and follow the assembly instructions in the User Instructions provided with your 3M™ PAPR or Supplied Air Unit. sales@bestmaterials.com http://www.bestmaterials.com 1-800-474-7570...
Page 7: Donning & Fitting
The following instructions cover donning and fitting your 3M™ Headgear. Follow the User Instructions for your 3M™ PAPR or Supplied Air Unit to properly assemble, don, and fit your specific air source. Complete all necessary performance checks as described in those User Instructions and verify that the airflow is adequate before donning your headgear and entering a contaminated environment.
Page 8 Distributed by Best Materials® LLC b. M-100 and M-200 Series Headgear Only: The fabric straps of the M-150 Head Suspension can be adjusted by sliding the blue strap lock located on the center strap (Fig. 3). Sliding the buckle towards the rear of the headgear tightens the straps and will raise the height of the headgear on the head.
Page 9: Entering And Exiting The Contaminated Area
Misuse may result in serious injury or death. For proper use, see supervisor, refer to the product User Instructions or contact 3M Technical Service. 2. When exposed to eye and face hazards, wear additional eye and/or face protectors appropriate to the hazard.
Page 10: Inspection & Maintenance
1. Failure to follow these instructions may reduce respirator performance, overexpose you to contaminants, and may result in sickness or death. a. Do not use with parts or accessories other than those manufactured by 3M as described in these User Instructions or on the NIOSH Approval Label for this respirator.
Page 11: M-925 And M-927 Visors
Fig. 6a shows the pivot kit. From the top down, the part marked “3M” is the post (1), the next part is the “back plate” (2), and the bottom part in the Fig. 6a is the “metal spring clip” (3).
Page 12: M-919 Visor Frame Buttons
Distributed by Best Materials® LLC Line up visor frame over attachment slots and slide spring into place. With the post and back plate engaged, the visor frame should be in the fully open or fully closed position before the spring is installed (Fig.
Page 13: M-921 Replacement Visor Gasket
Distributed by Best Materials® LLC M-921 Replacement Visor Gasket To remove gasket (Fig. 8), with the visor frame in the up (open) position, grasp the black gasket and slowly pull straight out in small sections. To install a new gasket, align end with the edge of the groove in the top of the visor.
Page 14: M-150 Head Suspension (M-100 & M-200 Series)
To install new suspension, attach the single web strap that is not attached to the headband into the headgear shell by inserting the hangers into the slots. The center strap attaches in the slots next to the 3M™ Pivots. Align the head suspension over the shell with the ratchet towards the air inlet and the comfort pad end of the suspension towards the visor.
Page 15: M-935, M-936, & M-937 Faceseals (M-100, M-200 & M-300 Series)
Distributed by Best Materials® LLC Fig. 12 M-935, M-936, & M-937 Faceseals (M-100, M-200 & M-300 Series) To remove faceseal: With the visor frame in the down (closed) position, remove plastic faceseal tab from “T” attachment points on headband (Figs. 13a & b). Grasp the black faceseal gasket and slowly pull straight out in small sections, working your way around the faceseal (Fig.
Page 16: M-445, M-446, M-447, M-448 & M-449 Outer Shrouds (M-400 Series)
Distributed by Best Materials® LLC Fig. 13d Fig. 13c M-445, M-446, M-447, M-448 & M-449 Outer Shrouds (M-400 Series) To remove the outer shroud: Pull the large plastic tab off the air inlet of the headgear and release the suspension ratchet from the hole in the outer shroud (Fig.
Page 17: M-116 And M-316 Airflow Deflectors
Distributed by Best Materials® LLC Fig. 15 M-116 and M-316 Airflow Deflectors The M-116 (M-100 and M-200) and M-316 (M-300 and M-400) airflow deflectors are not intended to be removed on a regular basis. They are designed to stay in the headgear until broken or damaged. To replace broken parts, move the visor to the up (open) position.
Page 18: Accessories
5. Only use the Shaded Peel-Off Cover (M-929) on the 3M™ Versaflo™ M-Series Headgear. Do not use on any other headgear including faceshields and eyewear. Misuse may result in permanent eye injury and vision loss.
Page 19: M-170 Faceshield Head Inserts
6. If the peel-off is not centered on the visor, remove the peel-off and repeat steps 1-5 above with a new peel-off cover. 7. Read completely and follow the User Instructions for the M-Series Headgear and your 3M™ Supplied Air Device or powered air purifying respirator to complete system assembly and performance checks.
Page 20: M-976 Head, Neck, And Shoulder Cover (For Use With M-100/M-200/M-300)
Distributed by Best Materials® LLC Fig. 19 M-976 Head, Neck, and Shoulder Cover (for use with M-100/M-200/M-300) The head, neck, and shoulder cover can be used to help keep the headgear and the wearer clean. To install: Remove the black visor gasket by pulling straight out in small sections with the visor in the up (open) position.
Page 21: M-956 Size Reducing Ratchet Comfort Pad
Distributed by Best Materials® LLC Pull headgear cover over product and loop over air inlet in back of headgear. The air inlet goes through the hole in the back of the cover. To install the headgear cover on M-100/M-200/M-300 when the optional M-985 Earmuff Kit is attached to the headgear shell: Start with the earmuffs in the “Parked”...
Page 22 Distributed by Best Materials® LLC Use a pen or a screwdriver to gently push on the screw attachment points to start the hole (i.e. make an indent). This will make it easier to thread the screws into the shell. Insert a screw into one of the holes in the mount and thread into the indentation on the headgear shell using a screwdriver.
Page 23: Cleaning, Storage, And Disposal
To help prevent build-up of paint overspray or other contamination on visors, 3M recommends use of the visor peel offs (M-926 or M-928). To help keep the headgear shell clean, 3M recommends the headgear cover (M-972) or head, neck, and shoulder cover (M-976).
Page 24: Specifications
In Canada, follow CSA Z94.4 or the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction in your region. 3M supports an APF of 1,000 for these hoods, which is consistent with the OSHA APFs defined in 29 CFR 1910.134. Contact 3M for supporting test procedures and data.
Page 25: Listing Of Components, Accessories, And Replacement Parts
See the “Listing of Components, Accessories, and Replacement Parts” section of these User Instructions for more information on available spare parts. 3M recommends a maximum life (shelf life plus in use life) of 5 years from the date of manufacture. Most plastic components have a “molded in”...
Page 26: Troubleshooting
Headgear-Mounted Earmuff Assembly, for use with M-100, M-200 and M-300 Products TROUBLESHOOTING Contact 3M Technical Service or visit the 3M PSD website to help identify possible causes and corrective action for problems you may experience. See the “Contact Information” section of these User Instructions. sales@bestmaterials.com http://www.bestmaterials.com...
Page 27: Warranty
Versaflo™ Respirator Product returned to 3M in accordance with the instructions below and found by 3M to have been defective at the time of purchase or during the warranty period as applicable. This Warranty does not apply to any parts that have been misused, altered or had repair attempted, or have been subjected to abuse, accidental or otherwise.

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