3M 6000DIN Oxygen Equipment User Manual


 
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USE INSTRUCTIONS AND LIMITATIONS
Important
Before use, the wearer must read and understand these User Instructions. Keep these instructions for
reference.
Use For
Respiratory protection from certain airborne contaminants according to NIOSH approvals, OSHA
limitations, in Canada CSA standard Z94.4 requirements, other applicable regulations and 3M instructions.
Do Not Use For
Concentrations of contaminants which are immediately dangerous to life or health, are unknown or when
concentrations exceed 10 times the permissible exposure limit (PEL) in air purifying mode when qualitatively
fit tested, 50 times the PEL in air purifying mode when quantitatively fit tested, 1000 times the PEL in powered
air purifying or supplied air mode, 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 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 requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 such as training and fit testing and applicable
OSHA substance specific standards. In Canada, CSA standard Z94.4 requirements must be met.
3. The airborne contaminants which can be dangerous to your health include those that are so small you
cannot see them.
4. Leave contaminated area immediately and contact supervisor if you smell or taste contaminants or if
dizziness, irritation, or other distress occurs.
5. Store 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 when used in air purifying mode. 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 concentrations exceed 10 times the permissible exposure limit (PEL) in air purifying
mode when qualitatively fit tested, 50 times the PEL in air purifying mode when quantitatively fit tested,
1000 times the PEL in powered air purifying or supplied air mode, or according to specific OSHA
standards or applicable government regulations, whichever is lower.
3. Do not alter, abuse or misuse this respirator.
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.