Intended Use - 3M PELTOR PIC-100 NA User Instruction

3M™ PELTOR™ Professional In-Ear Communication Headset, PIC-100 NA
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Congratulations and thank you for choosing 3M™ PELTOR™ communication solutions!
Welcome to the next generation of protective communication.

1.1. INTENDED USE

The PIC-100 headset with level-dependent hearing protectors help provide hearing protection in noisy environments while enabling
environmental listening in quiet environments, listening to connected communica tion devices, and communicating face-to-face with
integrated close-connect technology in high levels of steady state noise. PIC-100 headset also offers a real-time fit test. It is expected that
all users read and understand the provided user instructions as well as be familiar with the use of this device.
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2.1. IMPORTANT
Please read, understand, and follow all safety information in these instructions prior to use. Retain these instructions for future reference.
For additional information or any questions, contact 3M Technical Services. Refer to contact information listed on the last page of this
manual.
This hearing protector helps reduce exposure to hazardous noise and other loud sounds. Misuse or failure to wear hearing protection at all
times when exposed to hazardous noise may result in hearing loss or injury. For correct use, consult supervisor and User Instructions, or
call 3M Technical Services. If your hearing seems dulled or you hear a ringing or buzzing during or after any noise exposure (including
gunfire), or for any other reason you suspect a hearing problem, leave the noisy environment immediately and consult a medical
professional and/or your supervisor.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death:
• Choking hazard – keep away from infants and small children.
• If there is any drainage from your ear or you have an ear infection, consult a medical professional before wearing earplugs.
• Listening to audio communication may reduce your situational awareness and ability to hear warning signals. Stay alert and adjust the
audio volume to the lowest acceptable level.
• To reduce the risks associated with igniting an explosion, do not use this product in a potentially explosive atmosphere.
Failure to follow these instructions may reduce the protection provided by the earplug and may result in hearing loss:
• U.S. EPA specifies the NRR as the measure of hearing protector noise reduction. However, 3M makes no warranties as to the
suitability of the NRR for this purpose. 3M strongly recommends personal fit testing of hearing protectors. Research suggests that
users may receive less noise reduction than indicated by the attenuation label value(s) on the packaging due to variation in fit, fitting
skill, and motivation of the user. Refer to applicable regulations and guidance on how to adjust attenuation label value(s). It is
recommended that the NRR be reduced by 50% to better estimate typical protection.
• Ensure the hearing protector is properly selected, fit, adjusted, and maintained. Improper fit of this device will reduce its effectiveness
in attenuating noise. Consult the enclosed instructions for proper fit.
• Inspect the hearing protector before each use. If damaged, select an undamaged hearing protector or avoid the noisy environment.
• The output of the electrical audio circuit of this hearing protector may exceed the daily limit sound level. Adjust the audio volume to the
lowest acceptable level. Sound levels from any connected external device such as 2-way radios and phones may exceed safe levels
and must be appropriately limited by the user. Always use external devices at the lowest sound level possible for the situation and limit
the amount of time you are exposed to unsafe levels as determined by your employer and applicable regulations. If your hearing seems
dulled or you hear a ringing or buzzing during or after any sound exposure, or for any other reason you suspect a hearing problem, go
to a quiet environment immediately and consult a medical professional and/or your supervisor.
• Only use approved and compatible 3M™ PELTOR™ Communication Eartips and hearing protectors.
• If the requirements above are not adhered to, the protection afforded by the hearing protectors will be severely impaired.
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