3M 5000 Series, 5301 Manual

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

Intended Use
The 3M Half Facepiece Respirators, 5000 Series are NIOSH approved and designed to help provide respiratory protection against certain airborne contaminants when used in accordance with all use instructions and limitations and applicable safety and health regulations.
This product contains no components made from natural rubber latex.

This respirator helps reduce exposures to certain airborne contaminants. Before use, the wearer must read and understand the User Instructions provided as a part of the product packaging. Follow all local regulations. In the U.S., a written respiratory protection program must be implemented meeting all the requirements of OSHA 1910.134, including training, fit testing and medical evaluation. In Canada, CSA standard Z94.4 requirements must be met and/or requirements of the applicable jurisdiction, as appropriate. Misuse may result in sickness or death. For proper use, see package instructions, supervisor, or call 3M PSD Technical Service in USA at 1-800-243-4630 and in Canada at 1-800-267-4414.

USE INSTRUCTIONS AND LIMITATIONS

3M Half Facepiece Respirators, 5000 Series are manufactured as integral assemblies and the chemical cartridges are not replaceable. Do not use if the cartridges have been removed. Failure to follow User Instructions may result in sickness or death.

Before use, wearer must read and understand these User Instructions. Keep these User Instructions for reference.

Use For
Respiratory protection from certain airborne contaminants according to NIOSH approvals, OSHA standards, in Canada CSA standard Z94.4-93 requirements, other applicable regulations and 3M instructions.

Do Not Use For
Concentrations of contaminants which are immediately dangerous to life and health, are unknown or when concentrations exceeds 10 times the permissible exposure limit (PEL) or according to specific OSHA standards or applicable government regulations, whichever is lower.

Use Instructions

1. Failure to follow all instructions and limitations on the use of these respirators and/or failure to wear the respirator during all times of exposure can reduce respirator effectiveness and may result in sickness or death.
2. Before occupational use of these respirators, a written respiratory protection program must be implemented meeting all the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 such as medical evaluation, training and fit testing and applicable OSHA substance specific standards. In Canada, CSA standard Z94.4-93 requirements must be met.
3. The airborne contaminants which can be dangerous to your health include those so small that you may not be able to see or smell them.
4. Leave the contaminated area immediately and contact supervisor if you smell or taste contaminants or if dizziness, irritation, or other distress occurs.
5. Store the respirator away from contaminated areas when not in use.
6. Dispose of used product in accordance with applicable regulations.

Use Limitations

1. This respirator does not supply oxygen. Do not use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen.
2. Do not use when concentrations of contaminants are immediately dangerous to life and health, are unknown or when concentration exceeds 10 times the permissible exposure limit (PEL) or according to specific OSHA standards or applicable government regulations, whichever is lower.
3. Do not alter, abuse or misuse this respirator. Do not clean using destructive methods such as vacuum, wash, compressed air, etc.
4. Do not use with beards or other facial hair or other conditions that prevent a good seal between the face and the faceseal of the respirator.

Time Use Limitation

1. If respirator becomes damaged, leave contaminated area immediately and replace the respirator.
2. Replace respirator in accordance with an established change schedule or earlier if smell, taste or irritation from contaminants is detected.

NIOSH Cautions and Limitations

The following restrictions may apply. See NIOSH approval label.

1. Not for use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5 percent oxygen.
2. Not for use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health.
3. Do not exceed maximum use concentrations established by regulatory standards.

8. Follow established cartridge and canister change schedules or observe ESLI to ensure that cartridge and canisters are replaced before breakthrough occurs.

10. Failure to properly use and maintain this product could result in injury or death.

12. Follow the manufacturer's User's Instructions for changing cartridges, canister and/or filters.
13. All approved respirators shall be selected, fitted, used, and maintained in accordance with MSHA, OSHA, and other applicable regulations.
14. Never substitute, modify, add, or omit parts. Use only exact replacement parts in the configuration as specified by the manufacturer.
15. Refer to User's Instructions, and/or maintenance manuals for information on use and maintenance of these respirators.
16. NIOSH does not evaluate respirators for use as surgical masks.

Product Selection and Approvals

Before using any of these products, the user must read the specific use for, use limitations and warning information in the User Instructions and product packaging. For questions, visit www.3m.com/PPESafety, or call 3M Personal Safety Division (PSD) Technical Service at 1-800-243-4630. In Canada, call Technical Service at 1-800-267-4414. Do not exceed maximum use concentrations established by local regulatory agencies. For NIOSH approval, refer to approval label.

Cleaning and Storage Instructions

1. Clean respirator after each use (excluding cartridges), with 3M Respirator Wipes 504 (or equivalent).
2. Air dry in a non-contaminated atmosphere.
3. Respirator components should be inspected prior to each use. A respirator with any damaged or deteriorated components should be discarded.
4. The cleaned respirator should be stored in the bag, away from contaminated areas when not in use.

Service Life of the Product

3M Half Facepiece Respirators, 5000 Series must be used before the expiration date on respirator packaging. The useful service life of these respirators will depend upon the activity of the wearer (breathing rate), specific type, volatility and concentration of contaminants and environmental conditions such as humidity, pressure, and temperature. Respirators must be replaced in accordance with an established change schedule, or replaced earlier if smell, taste or irritation from the contaminant is detected.

FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

Must be followed each time respirator is worn.

Donning the product

1. Place the respirator over the mouth and nose, then pull the head harness over the crown of the head (Fig. 1).
   
2. Take the bottom straps in both hands, place them in back of the neck, and hook them together (Fig. 2).
   
3. Position the facepiece low on the bridge of your nose for optimal visibility and the best possible fit (Fig. 3).
   
4. Adjust top straps first, then the lower neck straps by pulling on the ends. DO NOT pull too tight! (Strap tension may be decreased by pushing out on back side of buckles.)
5. Perform a positive pressure and/or negative pressure user seal check. The positive pressure method is recommended (See instructions below).

Instructions for positive and negative pressure user seal checks

• Do not use with beards or other facial hair or other conditions that prevent direct contact between the face and the faceseal of the respirator.

Positive Pressure User Seal Check
Place the palm of your hand over the exhalation valve cover and exhale gently, see Fig. 4. If the facepiece bulges slightly and no air leaks are detected between your face and the faceseal, a proper fit has been obtained. If faceseal air leakage is detected, reposition the respirator on your face and/or readjust the tension of the elastic straps to eliminate the leakage. Repeat the above steps. If you cannot achieve a proper fit, do not enter the contaminated area. See your supervisor.

Negative Pressure User Seal Check
Place the palms of the hands to cover the face of the cartridge or open area of 3M Filter Retainer 501 when the retainer is attached to the cartridge, to restrict airflow, see Fig. 5. Inhale gently. If you feel the facepiece collapse slightly and pull closer to your face with no leaks between the face and the faceseal, a proper fit has been obtained. If faceseal air leakage is detected, reposition the respirator on the face and/or readjust the tension of the elastic straps to eliminate the air leakage. Repeat the above steps. If you cannot achieve a proper fit, do not enter the contaminated area. See your supervisor.

FIT TESTING

NOTE: Before assigning any respirator to be worn in a contaminated area, a qualitative or quantitative fit test must be performed per OSHA Standard 1910.134 or CSA Standard Z94.4.

The effectiveness of a respirator will be reduced if it is not fitted properly. Therefore, either quantitative or qualitative fit testing must be conducted prior to the respirator being issued.
NOTE: Fit testing is a U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Canadian CSA requirement.

Quantitative Fit Testing
Quantitative Fit Testing (QNFT) can be conducted using a 3M Quantitative Fit Test Respirator Assembly, 6000 Series.

Qualitative Fit Testing
Qualitative Fit Testing (QLFT) with the 3M Qualitative Fit Test Apparatus, FT-10 or FT-30 can be conducted using the 3M Respirator Assembly 5000 Series equipped with 3M Particulate Filters 5N11 or 5P71, and 3M Retainers 501.

Fit testing should be conducted while wearing the personal protective equipment (PPE) the wearer may use in their work environment that may affect the fit of the respirator (e.g. hoods, hardhats, safety glasses, hearing protections, etc.).
NOTE: For further information concerning fit testing, visit www.3m.com/PPESafety or contact 3M PSD Technical Service at 1-800-243-4630 or a 3M location in your region. In Canada call Technical Service at 1-800-267-4414.

PRODUCT APPROVED CONFIGURATIONS

THESE RESPIRATORS ARE APPROVED ONLY IN THE FOLLOWING CONFIGURATIONS:

1. PROTECTION

OV - Organic vapor
HS - Hydrogen sulfide
CL - Chlorine
HF - Hydrogen fluoride
HC - Hydrogen chloride
SD - Sulfur dioxide

2. CAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS
   1. Not for use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5 percent oxygen.
   2. Not for use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health.
   3. Do not exceed maximum use concentrations established by regulatory standards.

8. Follow established cartridge and canister change schedules or observe ESLI to ensure that cartridges and canisters are replaced before breakthrough occurs.

10. Failure to properly use and maintain this product could result in injury or death.

12. Follow the manufacturer's User's Instructions for changing cartridges, canister and/or filters.
13. All approved respirators shall be selected, fitted, used, and maintained in accordance with MSHA, OSHA, and other applicable regulations.
14. Never substitute, modify, add, or omit parts. Use only exact replacement parts in the configuration as specified by the manufacturer.
15. Refer to users instructions, and/or maintenance manuals for information on use and maintenance of these respirators.
16. NIOSH does not evaluate respirators for use as surgical masks.

3M
St. Paul, Minnesota, USA
1-800-243-4630
5000 Series Respirator

FOR MORE INFORMATION
In United States, contact:
Website: www.3M.com/PPESafety
Technical Assistance: 1-800-243-4630
For other 3M products:
1-800-3M-HELPS or 1-651-737-6501

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