Storage; Disposal; Specifications; Technical - 3M Versaflo S Series User Instructions

Storage

Hang your 3M™ Versafl o™ S-Series hood or headcover by the loop sewn into the top of the hood
or lay it fl at. Never fold or crush the visor. Store product in a clean area that is protected from
contamination, damage, dirt, debris, product distortion, UV, and direct sunlight. Do not store next
to furnaces, ovens, or other sources of high heat. Do not store outside the recommended storage
temperature conditions (see Specifi cations Section) or above 90% humidity.

Disposal

Dispose of product according to local regulations. The integrated plastic components (head suspension
and air inlet) of the S-133, S-133B, S-333, S-433, and S-533 series can be removed for disposal
(Fig. 20a, 20b, 20c). On the S-103 and S-403 the plastic air inlet may be removed (Fig. 20c).
• Release the press studs attaching the face seal to the integrated head suspension and remove
from the fabric faceseal (Fig. 20a).
• Remove the head suspension by releasing the attachment clips located on each side of the visor
(Fig. 20b).
• Remove the air inlet by detaching from the headtop fabric (this may require the use of a tool)
(Fig. 20c).
Fig. 20a

SPECIFICATIONS

Contact 3M Technical Service for additional technical specifi cations (e.g. weight, materials of
construction, etc).
Note: The S-Series hoods and headcovers contain no components made from natural
rubber latex.

Technical

Airfl ow range 6 to 15 cfm (170 to 425 lpm)
Noise level Less than 80 dBA (excluding external noise)
Operating Temperature Range -10ºC to 55ºC (14ºF to 130ºF)
Storage Temperature Range* -30ºC to 50ºC (-22ºF to 122ºF)
Shelf Life 3 year suggested shelf life for all models when stored in original
packaging. User must inspect headgear prior to use to determine
serviceability.
* 4ºC to 35ºC (40ºF to 95ºF) suggested storage temperature range if product will be stored for an
extended period of time before fi rst use.
Fig. 20b Fig. 20c
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Assigned Protection Factors (APF)

Model Number Classifi cation
S-103S, S-103L Loose fi tting facepiece
S-133S, S-133L
S-133SB, S-133LB
S-333S, S-333L
S-403S, S-403L
S-433S, S-433L
S-533S, S-533L
S-605, S-607
S-707
S-805, S-807
1 In Canada, follow CSA Z94.4 or the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction in your region.
2 3M supports an APF of 1,000 for these hoods, which is consistent with the OSHA APFs defi ned in 29
CFR 1910.134. Contact 3M Technical Service for supporting test procedures and data.
1
OSHA APF
25
2
Hood 1000
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