Niosh - Approval, Cautions & Limitations; Operating Instructions - 3M Powerflow Instrucciones

Major Sections of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134
Section
A Permissible Practice
B Definitions
C Respiratory Protection Program
D Selection of Respirators
E Medical Evaluation
F Fit Testing
G Use of Respirators
H Maintenance and Care of Respirators
I Breathing Air Quality and Use
J Identification of Cartridges, Filters, and Canisters
K Training and Information
L Program Evaluation
M Recordkeeping
The Powerflow respirator is not approved for use with gas and vapor cartridges and is intended to help provide
respiratory protection from certain airborne particles only.
Each person using this respirator must read and understand the information in these User Instructions before use. Use
of these respirators by untrained or unqualified persons, or use that is not in accordance with these User Instructions,
may adversely affect respirator performance and result in sickness or death.
Do not use with beards or other facial hair or other conditions that prevent a good seal between the face and the sealing
surface of the respirator. Failure to do so may result in sickness or death.
Do not use with parts or accessories other than those manufactured by 3M as described in these User Instructions or
on the NIOSH approval label for this respirator. Do not attempt to repair or modify any component of the system except
as described in these User Instructions. Failure to comply with these warnings may adversely affect respirator
performance and result in sickness or death.
NIOSH – APPROVAL, CAUTIONS & LIMITATIONS
NIOSH Approval
The Powerflow PAPR Assembly is a NIOSH approved respiratory system. Refer to the User Instructions and/or the NIOSH
approval label provided with the Powerflow for a listing of components that can be used to assemble a complete NIOSH
approved respirator system or contact 3M Technical Service.
NIOSH Cautions and Limitations
A – Not for use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5 percent oxygen.
B – Not for use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health.
C – Do not exceed maximum use concentrations established by regulatory standards.
F – Do not use powered air-purifying respirators if airflow is less than four cfm (115 lpm) for tight fitting facepieces or six
cfm (170 lpm) for hoods and/or helmets.
I – Contains electrical parts that may cause an ignition in flammable or explosive atmospheres.
J – Failure to properly use and maintain this product could result in injury or death.
L – Follow the manufacturer's User's Instructions for changing cartridges, canister and/or filters.
M – All approved respirators shall be selected, fitted, used, and maintained in accordance with MSHA, OSHA, and other
applicable regulations.
N – Never substitute, modify, add, or omit parts. Use only exact replacement parts in the configuration as specified by the
manufacturer.
O – Refer to User's Instructions, and/or maintenance manuals for information on use and maintenance of these
respirators.
P – NIOSH does not evaluate respirators for use as surgical masks.
Do not use with parts or accessories other than those manufactured by 3M as described in these User Instructions or
on the NIOSH approval label for this respirator. Do not attempt to repair or modify any component of the system except
as described in these User Instructions. Failure to do so may adversely affect respirator performance and result in
sickness or death.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Unpacking
Inspect the packaging contents for shipping damage and ensure all components are present. The product should be
inspected before each use following the procedures in the Inspection and Performance Check section of this User
Instructions.
Assembly
Connecting the Motor Blower Assembly to the Facepiece
• Ensure the gray gasket in the DIN port is present.
• Hand-tighten the motor blower assembly to the facepiece. Do not over-tighten.
• Rock the motor blower assembly firmly to determine if the connection is secure. If the connection is loose or comes
apart, remove and re-tighten the motor blower, obtain a new motor blower assembly and/or a new facepiece.
NOTE: The motor blower assembly may be swiveled to a position of choice and comfort. When swiveling the motor blower
assembly, it may accidentally be loosened from the facepiece. Check to make sure the motor blower is properly and
securely fastened to the facepiece each time the unit is swiveled.
The connection between the motor blower assembly and the facepiece must be checked every time the unit is
assembled or swiveled. Perform this check outside the contaminated environment. Entering the contaminated
environment while the connection between the motor blower assembly and the facepiece is loose may adversely
affect respirator performance and result in serious bodily injury, sickness or death.
The Powerflow systems are not NIOSH approved for use with a nose cup. If converting from another 6000 full
facepiece system, the 6894 nose cup assembly must be removed. Failure to do so will adversely affect respirator
performance and may result in sickness or death.
Connecting the Filter to the Motor Blower Assembly
• Remove the packaging, screw cap, and plastic plug from the filter. Retain the cap and plug for use during
decontamination, storage, and disposal.
• Inspect the filter for physical damage and discard any filters that are damaged (body, thread and media).
• Check that the gray gasket has been installed in the filter inlet on the motor blower assembly.
• Screw the filter into the filter inlet on the motor blower assembly and hand-tighten to assure a good seal with the
gasket. Do not over tighten.
Over tightening the filter may result in distortion or displacement of the seal and may allow contaminated air to enter
the respirator headpiece, resulting in sickness or death.
Failure to follow the filter installation procedures for the 3M™ Powerflow™ System may allow contaminants to enter
the system, and may result in sickness or death.
Battery Pack Charging
The 3M™ Battery Pack BP-17IS can be used in environments that require intrinsically safe equipment ONLY when the
clothing clip and screw are in place. If the clothing clip and screw are not in place, DO NOT USE in environments that
require intrinsically safe equipment. Misuse may result in serious bodily injury or death.
Use of the NiCad Battery pack:
• 3M batteries provide up to 500 charge/discharge cycles. The service life of 3M batteries will be significantly
reduced when they are exposed to high temperatures over an extended period of time.
• To properly dispose of the battery pack, follow local solid waste disposal regulations or call the RBRC Battery
Recycling Information Helpline at 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-8837).
Charging the Battery pack with Standard Charger (521-01-43):
• Plug the charger into a regulated 120v-60Hz outlet and then insert charging lead into the battery pack.
• The LED light will turn on, indicating that the battery pack is connected.
• A new or completely exhausted battery pack should be charged for 16 to 24 hours. After this time, the battery pack
should be removed from the charger.
NOTE: The standard charger does not switch to a trickle rate mode. It is important to avoid leaving the battery pack
connected to the charger longer than necessary.
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