Intended Use - 3M Peltor TEP-300 User Manual

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3M™ PELTOR™ Tactical Earplug, TEP-300
TEP-300 (all product variants) NA
1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations and thank you for choosing 3M™ PELTOR™ communication solutions! Welcome to the next generation of protective
communication.

1.1. INTENDED USE

The TEP-300 level dependent hearing protectors help provide hearing protection in noisy environments while enabling ambient/
environmental listening in quiet environments.
1.2. TEP-300 IN THE TACTICAL MODULAR AUDIO SYSTEM
The TEP-300 is part of the 3M™ PELTOR™ Tactical Modular Audio System. The system includes a System Control Unit (SCU-300),
a Remote Control Unit (RCU-300), TEP-300, and the ComTac™ VII. The TEP-300 can be used separately or as a component of the
3M™ PELTOR™ Tactical Modular Audio System. For more information when using the TEP-300 as part of the 3M™ PELTOR™
Tactical Modular Audio System, refer to the user instructions for 3M™ PELTOR™ Tactical Modular Audio System.
2. SAFETY
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.
• 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 for guidance on how to adjust attenuation label values. 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.
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