Foreword; Contact Information; List Of Warnings Within These User Instructions; Limitations Of Use - 3M Versaflo S Series User Instructions

This product helps protect against certain airborne contaminants.
Misuse may result in sickness or death. For proper use, see
supervisor, User Instructions or call 3M in U.S.A., 1-800-243-4630.
In Canada, call Technical Service at 1-800-267-4414.

FOREWORD

Contact Information

Read all instructions and warnings before using. Keep these User Instructions for reference. If you have
questions regarding these products contact 3M Technical service.
In United States:
Website: www.3M.com/OccSafety
Technical Service: 1-800-243-4630
System Description
The 3M™ Versafl o™ S-Series hoods and headcovers are designed to be used with certain 3M
breathing tubes and Powered Air-Purifying Respirators or Supplied Air Units to form a respirator
system.
The S-100 and S-300 series headcovers (i.e. loose fi tting facepieces) and the S-400 and S-500 series
hoods have a wide-view window (visor) and an elasticized faceseal. The S-403 has an added inner
bib or shroud which is worn tucked into work clothing. The hoods and headcovers are held in place
with an adjustable, non-replaceable plastic integrated suspension (S-133, S-133B, S-333, S-433,
and S-533) or a sewn-in elastic suspension (S-103 and S-403). There are different sizes and fabrics
available and all headcovers and hoods are supplied fully assembled, ready for use.
The S-600, S-700, and S-800 series hoods incorporate a neck collar or inner bib with an outer shroud
and a wide-view visor. They are available in a variety of fabrics. The S-800 series hoods have sealed
seams to help prevent liquid permeation through the thread holes. The S-600, S-700, and S-800 series
hoods use the S-950 Premium Head Suspension. The S-950 suspension is easily removable and can
be adjusted by the user for fi t and airfl ow comfort.
WARNING
Properly selected, used, and maintained respirators help protect against certain airborne
contaminants by reducing concentrations in the wearer's breathing zone below the Occupational
Exposure Limit (OEL). It is essential to follow all instructions and government regulations on
the use of this product, including wearing the complete respirator system during all times of
exposure, in order for the product to help protect the wearer. Misuse of respirators may result in
overexposure to contaminants and lead to sickness or death. For proper use, see supervisor,
refer to the product User Instructions or contact 3M Technical Service.
WARNING
In Canada:
Website: www.3M.com/CA/occsafety
Technical Service: 1-800-267-4414
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List of Warnings within these User Instructions

WARNING
1. This product helps protect against certain airborne contaminants. Misuse may result in
sickness or death. For proper use, see supervisor, User Instructions or call 3M in U.S.A.,
1-800-243-4630. In Canada, call Technical Service at 1-800-267-4414.
2. Failure to follow these instructions may reduce respirator performance, overexpose you to
contaminants, and may result in injury, sickness, or death.
• Always correctly position the S-100, S-300, S-400, and S-500 Series hoods and loose-fi tting
facepieces on the head.
• Users should be clean-shaven where the respirator's faceseal (S-100, S-300, S-400, and
S-500 series products) comes into contact with their face.
• Always tuck the inner shroud of the S-403, S-607, S-707, and S-807 hood into your work
clothes.
• Always pull the S-950 premium head suspension fully through the opening in the S-600,
S-700, and S-800 series hoods.
• 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.
• The S-Series hoods and headcovers are one component of an approved respiratory protection
system. Always read and follow all User Instructions supplied with your 3M PAPR Blower Unit
or Supplied Air Unit in order to ensure correct system operation.
3. Do not use these products for eye and face protection. When exposed to eye and face hazards
(e.g. impact hazards) select and wear appropriate protection. Failure to do so may result in
serious injury.
4. Do not use these products around heat, fl ames, or sparks. Select and wear appropriate
protection when exposed to sparks and/or fl ames. Failure to do so may result in serious
injury. In case of intended use in explosive atmospheres, contact 3M Technical Service.

Limitations of Use

1. Do not wear this respirator to enter areas where:
a. Atmospheres are oxygen defi cient.
b. Contaminant concentrations are unknown.
c. Contaminant concentrations are Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH).
d. Contaminant concentrations exceed the maximum use concentration (MUC) determined using
the Assigned Protection Factor (APF) for the specifi c respirator system or the APF mandated by
specifi c government standards, whichever is lower. See APF section of this User Instruction.
2. These products may offer limited splash protection against certain chemicals. Consult a qualifi ed
industrial hygienist and the applicable Chemical Permeation Guide(s) to determine suitability of
these products for your specifi c environment. Note, only the S-800 series hoods have sealed seams
to help prevent liquid permeation through thread holes. For additional information, contact 3M
Technical Service.

Respirator Program Management

Occupational use of respirators must be in compliance with applicable health and safety standards. By
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law, US employers must establish a written respiratory protection program meeting the requirements
of the OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard 29 CFR 1910.134 and any applicable OSHA substance
specifi c standards. In Canada, CSA standard Z94.4 requirements must be met and/or requirements of
the applicable jurisdiction, as appropriate. For additional information on this standard, contact OSHA
at www.OSHA.gov. 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.
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