Table Of Contents - 3M SA-1500 User Instructions

This respirator helps reduce exposures to certain airborne contaminants. Before use, the wearer must read
and understand the User Instructions provided as a part of the product packaging. Follow all local regulations.
In the U.S., a written respiratory protection program must be implemented meeting all the requirements
of OSHA 1910.134, including training, fi t testing and medical evaluation. In Canada, CSA standard Z94.4
requirements must be met and/or requirements of the applicable jurisdiction, as appropriate. Misuse may
result in sickness or death. For proper use, see package instructions, supervisor, or call 3M PSD Technical
Service in USA at 1-800-243-4630 and in Canada at 1-800-267-4414.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ..................................................................................................... 1
Intended Use ............................................................................................................................. 1
Listing of Warnings and Cautions within these User Instructions ............................................... 1
Important .................................................................................................................................. 2
Respirator Selection and Training .............................................................................................. 2
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Approvals ................................. 2
Assigned Protection Factor ....................................................................................................... 3
NIOSH Cautions and Limitations................................................................................................ 3
S- Special or Critical User's Instructions .................................................................................... 3
Air Supply Requirements for 3M™ Dual Airline Systems with
3M™ Ultimate FX Full Facepiece Respirator FF-400 Series ..................................................... 4
Air Supply Requirements for 3M™ Dual Airline Systems .......................................................... 4
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................... 5
Discussion on Respirable Air ..................................................................................................... 5
SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND REPLACEMENT PARTS ........................................................................ 6
3M™ Dual Airline Replacement Parts ....................................................................................... 7
3M™ Dual Airline System Kits for Automotive Industry Users ................................................... 8
ASSEMBLY ...................................................................................................................................... 8
3M™ Half Facepiece Respirators (6000 Series Shown)............................................................ 8
3M™ Full Facepiece Respirators (7000 Series Shown) .......................................................... 10
Using the 3M™ Combination Dual Airline Breathing Tubes without Cartridges and Filters ...... 11
Replacing 3M™ Airline Fittings and Breathing Tubes.............................................................. 11
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................ 12
General Instructions ................................................................................................................ 12
Performance Check ............................................................................................................... 12
Donning .................................................................................................................................. 13
Donning and Adjusting 3M™ Half Facepiece Respirators ............................................... 13
Donning and Adjusting 3M™ Full Facepiece Respirators ............................................... 13
User Seal Checks - Must be Performed Each Time Respirator is Worn ................................... 14
INSPECTION, CLEANING AND STORAGE .......................................................................................... 14
Cleaning/Disinfecting .............................................................................................................. 14
Inspecting the Facepiece ........................................................................................................ 15
Inspecting the Air Control Valves ............................................................................................. 15
Storage ................................................................................................................................... 15
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................................... 15
IMPORTANT NOTICE ....................................................................................................................... 16
W WARNING