Donning; Donning And Adjusting 3M™ Half Facepiece Respirators; Donning And Adjusting 3M™ Full Facepiece Respirators; User Seal Checks - Must Be Performed Each Time Respirator Is Worn - 3M SA-1500 User Instructions

3M™ Air Regulating Valve SA-1009
This valve is designed to operate at the higher pressure ranges available on large, stationary compressors. This regulator has
adjustable airfl ow by means of an airfl ow control knob. This knob can be turned 360 degrees, increasing and decreasing the
air fl owing into the facepiece as the knob is turned.
1. Adjust the supply pressure to a value within the pressure range specifi ed in the Air Supply Requirements table in
Specifi cations section of this User Instruction for the given length of hose.
2. Turn the control knob on the valve housing until a comfortable airfl ow is obtained. Note that although the fl ow is
adjustable, as long as the pressure is within the manufacturer's specifi ed pressure range, the fl ow into the respirator will
always meet the NIOSH required airfl ow.
3M™ Low Pressure Connector SA-1029
This valve is designed for use with low pressures associated with portable pumps (although, with proper pressure regulation,
they can be used on full-size industrial compressors) and does not have an adjustable control on the valve itself. Airfl ow is
determined by the supply pressure only.
1. Adjust the supply pressure to a value within the pressure range specifi ed in the Air Supply Requirements table in
Specifi cations section of this User Instruction for the given length of hose.
2. Set the supply pressure for the airfl ow that is most comfortable but still within the specifi ed range.

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Donning and Adjusting 3M™ Half Facepiece Respirators (6000 Series shown)
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Fig. 19 Fig. 20
1. Ensure the 3M™ Supplied Air Hose is connected to the air control valve or low pressure connector. To connect, pull back
on the socket end of the supplied air hose while inserting it onto the plug end of the air control device (Fig. 19).
2. Place the respirator over the mouth and nose (Fig. 20).
3. Pull the head harness over the crown of the head (Fig. 20).
4. Take the bottom straps in both hands, place the straps around the back of the head and hook together (Fig. 21).
5. Pull the ends of the head harness and bottom straps to adjust the tightness (Fig. 22). DO NOT over tighten (Strap tension
may be decreased by pushing out on backside of buckles). Perform a user seal check as described in the User Seal
Check section of this User Instruction, before each use.
Donning and Adjusting 3M™ Full Facepiece Respirators (7800S Series shown)
Headstraps
Fig. 23 Fig. 24
1. Ensure the 3M™ Supplied Air Hose is connected to the air control valve or low pressure connector. To connect, pull back
on the socket end of the supplied air hose while inserting it onto the plug end of the air control device (Fig. 23).
2. Loosen all head straps on the full facepiece (Fig. 24).
3. Place facepiece on face and pull head harness to the back of the head (Fig. 25).
4. Start with the neck straps and adjust for tightness. Tighten all straps (Fig. 26). Perform a user seal check as described in
the User Seal Check section of this User Instruction, before each use.
Fig. 21
Fig. 25
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User Seal Checks – Must be Performed Each Time Respirator is Worn
Always check the seal of the respirator on your face before entering a contaminated area.
User Seal Check for 3M™ Breathing Tubes SA-1500 or SA-2500
If using the 3M™ Dual Airline Breathing Tubes SA-1500 or SA-2500, disconnect the 3M™ Supplied Air Hose from the 3M™
Dual Airline Air Regulator or Low Pressure Connector (Fig. 25). Inhale gently. If the facepiece collapses slightly, a proper fi t
has been obtained. If air leakage is detected, reposition the respirator on the face and/or readjust the tension of the straps to
eliminate leakage. Reconnect the supplied air hose to the 3M air regulator or low pressure connector.
If you cannot achieve a proper fi t, DO NOT enter the contaminated area. See your supervisor.
NOTE: As soon as the hose is disconnected from the air regulator or low pressure connector, most facepieces will collapse
immediately. Be ready to reconnect the hose to the valve to prevent any discomfort.
User Seal Check for Combination Breathing Tubes SA-1600 or SA-2600
If using the 3M™ Combination Breathing Tubes SA-1600 or SA-2600 in conjunction with 3M™ Cartridge 6000 Series 3M™
Particulate Filter 2000 Series, follow the appropriate positive and negative pressure user seal check instructions.
Positive Pressure User Seal Check
Place the palm of your hand over opening in exhalation valve cover and exhale gently. If the facepiece bulges slightly and
no air leaks are detected between your face and the facepiece, a proper fi t has been obtained. If faceseal air leakage is
detected, reposition the respirator on your face and/or readjust the tension of the elastic straps to eliminate the leakage.
If you cannot achieve a proper fi t, DO NOT enter the contaminated area. See your supervisor.
Negative Pressure User Seal Check for 3M™ Particulate Filters 2000 Series
Place your thumbs onto the center portion of the fi lters, restricting the airfl ow through fi lters, and inhale gently. If you feel the
facepiece collapse slightly and pull closer to your face with no leaks between the face and facepiece, a proper seal has been
obtained. If faceseal air leakage is detected, reposition the respirator on the face and/or readjust the tension of the straps to
eliminate the leakage.
If you cannot achieve a proper fi t, DO NOT enter the contaminated area. See your supervisor.
Negative Pressure User Seal Check for 3M™ Cartridges 6000 Series
Place the palms of the hands to cover the face of the cartridge or open area or the 3M™ Prefi lter Retainer 501, when
the retainer is attached to the cartridge, to restrict airfl ow. Inhale gently. If you feel the facepiece collapse slightly and pull
Fig. 22 closer to your face with no leaks between the face and facepiece, a proper seal has been obtained. If faceseal air leakage is
detected, reposition the respirator on the face and/or readjust the tension of the straps to eliminate the leakage.
If you cannot achieve a proper fi t, DO NOT enter the contaminated area. See your supervisor.
Negative Pressure User Seal Check for 3M™ Filters 7093/7093C
Using hands, press or squeeze fi lter covers toward facepiece and inhale gently. Be careful not to disturb the position of
the respirator. If you feel the facepiece collapse slightly and pull closer to your face with no leaks between the face and
facepiece, a proper seal has been obtained. If faceseal air leakage is detected, reposition the respirator on the face and/or
readjust the tension of the straps to eliminate the leakage.
If you cannot achieve a proper fi t, DO NOT enter the contaminated area. See your supervisor.
NOTE: Before assigning any respirator to be worn in a contaminated area, a qualitative or quantitative fi t test must be
performed per applicable requirements of OSHA respiratory standard 29 CFR 1910.134. In Canada, follow the requirements
of the authority having jurisdiction and CSA standard Z94.4.
NOTE: Use of the 3M™ Prefi lter Retainer 501 may aid the respirator wearer in conducting a negative user seal check with
6000 series cartridges.

INSPECTION, CLEANING AND STORAGE

Before cleaning the 3M™ Dual Airline Systems, the components described in this section should be disassembled and
inspected for signs of damage due to impact, rough handling, or normal wear that might reduce the degree of protection
provided by the unit. Replace damaged parts immediately.
Never modify or alter this respirator. Repair or replace parts only with approved 3M components. Failure to do so may
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adversely affect product performance and result in sickness or death.

Cleaning/Disinfecting

Use caution if using solvents to clean the dual airline system. Certain organic solvents may chemically attack the materials
used in the 3M™ Dual Airline Breathing Tubes. Follow the procedures outlined below.
1. Disconnect the dual airline breathing tube from the facepiece.
2. Remove all other parts from the facepiece, i.e. head strap assembly, positive pressure connectors and exhalation
valve assembly.
3. Wash the respirator facepiece in warm water with a neutral detergent. Wipe down the exterior of the breathing tube with
a cloth dampened with this cleaning solution. Be careful not to let any of the solution enter into the breathing tube. Other
detergents can be used, but should be tested fi rst for adverse reaction.
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