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Use Instructions - 3M 8212 User Instructions

N95 particulate respirator
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This respirator helps protect against certain particles. Misuse may result in sickness or death. For correct
use, consult supervisor and these User Instructions, or call 3M at 1-800-247-3941 in U.S.A., or 1-800-267-
4414 in Canada.
This product contains a small portion of exposed aluminium. It may present a risk in an explosion protected
area or any area where sparks created by contact of the aluminium with rusty iron might cause a hazard.
IMPORTANT
Before use, wearer must read and understand these User Instructions. Keep these User Instructions for
reference.
Use For
Helping to reduce exposure to certain airborne particulates such as coal, silica, iron ore, metal, wood,
biological and certain other particles, and liquid or non-oil based particles from sprays that do not also emit
oil aerosols or vapors. Use for certain metal fumes produced from welding, brazing, cutting and other
operations involving heating of metals. Follow all applicable local regulations For additional information on
3M use recommendations for this class of respirator please consult the 3M Respirator Selection Guide found
at www.3M.com/respiratorselector or call 1-800-247-3941 in U.S.A. In Canada, call 1-800 267-4414.
Do Not Use For
Do not use for gases and vapors, oil aerosols, asbestos, or sandblasting, unless nozzle and blast are physically
separated from the operator in an exhaust-ventilated enclosure; particulate concentrations that exceed either
10 times the occupational exposure limit or applicable government regulations, whichever is lower.* This
respirator does not supply oxygen.
In the U.S., do not use when OSHA substance specific standards, such as those for arsenic, cadmium, lead in
the construction industry, or 4,4'-methylene dianiline (MDA), specify other types of respiratory protection.

Use Instructions

1. Failure to follow all instructions and limitations on the use of this respirator and/or failure to wear this
respirator during all times of exposure can reduce respirator effectiveness and may result in sickness or
death.
2. Before occupational use of this respirator, a written respiratory protection program must be implemented
meeting all the local government requirements. In the United States, employers must comply with OSHA
29 CFR 1910.134 which includes medical evaluation, training, and fit testing.
3. The particles which can be dangerous to your health include those so small that you cannot see them.
4. Leave the contaminated area immediately and contact supervisor if dizziness, irritation, or other distress
occurs.
5. Store the respirator away from contaminated areas when not in use.
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