3M Versaflo M-Series User Instructions page 90

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USER INSTRUCTIONS
Please read these instructions in conjunction with the 3M™ Versaflo™ M-Series Headtop
Reference leaflet where you will find information on:
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Approved combinations of Air Delivery Units (Powered Air Turbos or Regulators)
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Spare parts
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Accessories
UNPACKING
Your 3M™ Versaflo™ M-Series Headtop pack should contain:
a) M-106 Headtop or M-107 Headtop or M-306 Headtop or M-307 Headtop or M-406
Headtop or M-407 Headtop
b) User Instructions
c) Reference Leaflets
^ WARNING
Proper selection, training, use, and appropriate maintenance are essential in
order for the product to help protect the wearer from certain airborne
contaminants and physical hazards. Failure to follow all instructions on the
use of these respiratory protection products and/or failure to properly wear
the complete product during all periods of exposure may adversely affect the
wearer's health, lead to severe or life threatening illness, injury or permanent
disability. For suitability and proper use follow local regulations, refer to all
information supplied or contact an occupational hygienist, safety professional or 3M
representative on the Tech Assist Helpline 3M Australia 1800 024 464, 3M New
Zealand 0800 364 357.
^ Particular attention should be given to warning statements where
indicated.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The 3M™ Versaflo™ M-Series headtops provide respiratory protection and are designed
to be used with an approved Air Delivery Unit (see Reference Leaflet) to provide
respiratory protection. These products meet the requirements of AS/NZS 1716
(Respiratory protective devices).
M-Series "Statement not required" Air is fed via a breathing tube from the belt mounted
Air Delivery Unit to the back of the headtop. The air flows over the top of the wearer's
head and down in front of the face. The M-Series headtops offer eye protection and
specific headtops within the range also offer head protection.
APPROVALS
These products meet the requirements of the European Community Directive
89/686/EEC (Personal Protective Equipment Directive) and are thus CE marked.
Helmet or hood based systems incorporating powered filtering devices or
regulator/airflow control units marked CE0086 have had Certification under Article 10, EC
Type-Examination and Article 11, EC Quality Control issued by BSI, Kitemark Court,
Davy Avenue, Knowlhill, Milton Keynes MK5 8PP, UK.
Helmet or hood based systems incorporating powered filtering devices or
regulator/airflow control units marked CE0194 have had Certification under Article 10, EC
Type-Examination and Article 11, EC Quality Control issued by INSPEC International Ltd,
56 Leslie Hough Way, Salford, Greater Manchester M6 6AJ, UK.
LIMITATIONS OF USE
Use this respirator strictly in accordance with all instructions:
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- contained in this booklet,
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- accompanying other components of the system. (e.g. 3M M-Series Reference Leaflet,
Air Delivery Unit User Instructions).
Do not use the M-100/M-300/M-400 Series headtops in concentrations of particulate
contaminant above 50 times the Exposure Standard when used with 3M™ Dustmaster™
Powered Air Turbo.
Do not use the M-100 or M-300 or M-400 Series headtops in concentrations of particulate
contaminants above 50 times the Exposure Standard when used with 3M™ Versaflo™
TR-602E, 3M™ Versaflo™ TR-302E, 3M™ Adflo® and 3M™ Jupiter™ Powered Air
Turbos. When used with the 3M™ Versaflo™ V-Series Air Regulating Valves, this
equipment achieves a protection factor of 100+ (AS/NZS1715).
Do not use the M-100, M-400 or M-300 Series headtops in concentrations of gas/vapour
contaminants above 10 times the Exposure Standard when used with 3M™ Jupiter ™ or
3M™ Adflo® Powered Air Turbos. When used with 3M™ V-Series Air Regulating Valves
this equipment achieves a protection factor of 100+ (AS/NZS1715).
Do not use the M-300 Series headtops in concentrations of contaminant above 50 times
the Exposure Standard for particulates or 10 times for gas/vapours when used with 3M™
Versaflo™ TR-602E or 3M™ Versaflo™ TR-302E Powered Air Turbos.
Do not use the M-300 series headtops in concentrations of contaminant above 100 times
the Exposure Standard when used with 3M™ Versaflo™ V-100, V-200 or V-500
Regulators.
Do not use the M-400 Series headtops in concentrations of contaminant above 50 times
the Exposure Standard for particulates or 10 times for gas/vapours when used with 3M™
Adflo™ Powered Air Turbo.
Do not use the M-400 Series headtops in concentrations of contaminant above 10 times
the Exposure Standard for gas/vapours or 50 times for particulates when used with 3M™
Versaflo™ TR-602E, 3M™ Versaflo™ TR-302E or 3M™ Jupiter™ Powered Air Turbos.
Do not use the M-400 Series headtops in concentrations of contaminant above 100 times
the Exposure Standard when used with 3M™ Versaflo™ V-Series Air Regulators or 3M™
Flowstream™, 3M™ Vortemp™ or 3M™ Vortex Regulators.
Do not use for respiratory protection against unknown atmospheric contaminants or when
concentrations of contaminants are unknown or immediately dangerous to life or health
(IDLH).
Do not use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen. (3M definition. Individual
countries may apply their own limits on oxygen deficiency. Seek advice if in doubt).
Do not use these products in oxygen or oxygen-enriched atmospheres.
These products do not supply oxygen.
Only use with the Air Filter Units, Regulators, spare parts and accessories listed in the
Product User Instructions and within the usage conditions given in the Technical
Specification.
Only for use by trained competent personnel.
Leave the contaminated area immediately if:
a) Any part of the system becomes damaged.
b) Airflow into the headtop decreases or stops.
c) Breathing becomes difficult.
d) Dizziness or other distress occurs.
e) You smell or taste contaminants or irritation occurs.
Never modify or alter this product. Replace parts only with original 3M spare parts.
High winds above 2m/s, or very high work rates (where the pressure within the headtop
can become negative) can reduce protection. Adjust equipment as appropriate or
consider an alternative form of respiratory protective device.
If using in Supplied Air mode, ensure that:
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The source of the air supply is known.
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The purity of the air supply is known.
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The air supply is of a breathable quality to AS/NZS 1715.
^ Users should be clean-shaven where the respirator's face seal comes into
contact with the face. (M-100 and M-300 series).
^ These products meet the requirements of certain industrial eyewear standards
and with some models, certain industrial head protection standards. They do
not provide complete head, eye, and face protection from severe impact and
penetration and are not a substitute for good safety practices and engineering
controls.
Use only with recommended spectacles. Eye protectors against high speed particles worn
over standard ophthalmic spectacles may transmit impacts, thus creating a hazard to the
user. Contact your supplier.
If protection against high speed particles at extremes of temperature is required then the
selected eye-protector should be marked with the letter T immediately after the impact
letter, i.e. FT, BT or AT. If the impact letter is not followed by the letter T then the eye
protector shall only be used against high speed particles at room temperature.
In case of intended use in explosive atmospheres, contact 3M Technical Service.
^ Do not use in high heat environments above the recommended maximum
temperature.
^ Do not use the Head Neck and Shoulder cover or non-flame resistant face seals
and shrouds around high heat, sparks, and flames.
Materials which may come into contact with the wearer's skin are not known to cause
allergic reactions to the majority of individuals.
These products do not contain components made from natural rubber latex.
EQUIPMENT MARKING
The M-100 Series headtops are marked to EN12941 TH1/TH2 and EN14594 2B.
The M-300 Series headtops are marked to EN12941 TH1/TH2/TH3 and EN14594 2B/3B.
The M-400 Series headtops are marked to EN12941 TH1/TH3 and EN14594 3B.
The M-306 and M-307 headtops with M-300 helmet shell are marked to EN397 (see
below).
The M-406 and M-407 headtops with M-400 helmet shell are marked to EN397 (see
below).
Additional EN397 markings.
LD
440 V a.c.
The M-925 visors are marked to EN166:1:BT:3:9
The M-927 visors are marked to EN166:1:BT:3
The M-Series visor surrounds are marked to EN166:3:BT
Where the markings on the visor and visor surround are different, the lower
classification should be taken.
Label inside the headtop with a date of manufacture (YYYYDDD e.g. 2009090 = 2009,
90th day)
Label inside the headtop: WARNING! Possible electrostatic hazard. The helmet and visor
must only be cleaned in a safe area.
K Packaging not suitable for food contact.
J Dispose in accordance with local regulations
M-Series "Statement not required"
PREPARATION FOR USE
Check apparatus is complete, undamaged and correctly assembled. Any damaged or
defective parts must be replaced with original 3M spare parts before use.
Scratched or damaged visors should be replaced.
Undertake pre-use checks on Air Delivery Unit assembly as outlined in the appropriate
user instruction.
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Remove any protective film from the visor
Headtop adjustment
The headtop should be adjusted to give the best face seal and field of vision.
To adjust the head suspension, rotate the ratchet knob to tighten/loosen the suspension.
A size reducing ratchet comfort pad may be required to improve fit and stability.
Peel off the backing on the comfort pad and attach to the ratchet back plate.
The height on the head and the balance of the headtop can be adjusted by
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