System Description - 3M itarus 7907S User Instruction

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^ WARNINGS AND LIMITATIONS
^ Particular attention should be given to warning
statements where indicated.
^ WARNING
Always be sure that the complete product is:
- Suitable for the application;
- Fitted correctly;
- Worn during all periods of exposure;
- Replaced when necessary.
Proper selection, training, use and appropriate
maintenance are essential in order for the product
to help protect the wearer from certain airborne
contaminants. 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 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.
Use this respirator system strictly in accordance with all
instructions:
- contained in this booklet,
- accompanying other components of the system.
(e.g. 3M™ Filters / 3M™ Air supply unit).
See all instructions for use and save for continuing
reference.
Do not use in concentrations above those specified in
Technical Specification.
Do not use for respiratory protection against
atmospheric contaminants/concentrations which have
poor warning properties or are unknown or immediately
dangerous to life and health (IDLH) or against
contaminants/concentrations which generate high heats
of reaction with chemical filters.
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.
Only use with the Filters/Air Supply Units and
Spares/Accessories listed in the Reference Leaflet 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 to the face piece decreases or stops.
c) Breathing becomes difficult or increased breathing
resistance occurs.
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.
In case of intended use in explosive atmospheres,
contact 3M.
Do not use these products with self-contained breathing
apparatus.
Do not use for escape purposes.
^ Do not use with beards or other facial hair that
may inhibit contact between the face and the
product thus preventing a good seal.
Only use with the spectacle kit available as an
accessory with this product, and ensure spectacle arms
do not interfere with the faceseal.
National regulations may impose specific limitations on
the use of filters depending on the filter class and the
facepiece used. Use of any 3M™ Face piece / Filter
combination should be in accordance with applicable
Health and Safety standards, AS/NZS 1715,
Respiratory Selection Tables or in accordance with the
recommendations of an Occupational Hygienist.
Filters need to be regularly changed. The frequency of
change depends on usage time and the concentration
of contaminant.
For more information call the 3M Tech Assist Helpline
3M Australia 1800 024 464, 3M New Zealand 0800 364
357.
If using with a 3M™ Air Supply Unit:
• At very high work rates, the pressure in the face piece
may become negative at peak inhalation flow. Adjust
equipment as appropriate or consider an alternative
form of respiratory protective device.
If using in Supplied Air mode, ensure that:
• The source of the air supply is known.
• The purity of the air supply is known.
• The air supply is of a breathable quality to AS/NZS
1715.
If during use the air supply stops or is reduced, vacate
the contaminated area immediately and investigate the
cause.
These products do not supply oxygen.
NOTES REGARDING ALLERGIC
REACTIONS
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.
Please read these instructions in conjunction with the
appropriate 3M™ Filter Leaflet or 3M™ Air Supply Unit
User Instructions where you will find information on:
• Approved combinations of 3M™ Air supply units and /
or 3M™ Filters
• Accessories
• For spare see (Fig 1)

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

These products meet the requirements of EN
136:1998, full face masks and should be used in
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