System Description; Warnings And Limitations - 3M 6000 Serie Manual Del Usuario

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Please read these instructions in conjunction with the
appropriate 3M™ Filter Leaflet or 3M™ Air Supply Unit User
Instructions and with the 3M™ Facepiece Reference Leaflet
where you will find information on:
• Approved combinations of 3M™ Air supply units and / or
3M™ Filters
• Accessories
• Spare parts

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

These products meet the requirements of EN 136:1998, full
face masks and should be used in combination with a pair of
approved 3M filters (see Reference Leaflet) to form a filtering
apparatus for respiratory protection. Such an apparatus is
designed to remove potentially harmful gases, vapours and /
or particulates from the surrounding atmosphere. This
apparatus may also be used as a system with the 3M Air
^ Supply Units (see Reference Leaflet).

WARNINGS AND LIMITATIONS

Particular attention should be given to warning
statements where indicated.
^ WARNING
Always be sure that the complete product is:
- Suitable for the application;
- Fitted correctly;
- Worn during all periods of exposure;
- Replaced when necessary.
Proper selection, training, use and appropriate
maintenance are essential in order for the product to
help protect the wearer from certain airborne
contaminants. Failure to follow all instructions on the
use of these respiratory protection products and/or
failure to properly wear the complete product during
all periods of exposure may adversely affect the
wearer's health, lead to severe or life threatening
illness or permanent disability.
• For suitability and proper use follow local regulations,
refer to all information supplied or contact a safety
professional or 3M on 0870 60 800 60 (UK) or 1800 320
500 (Ireland).
• Use this respirator strictly in accordance with all
instructions:
• contained in this booklet
• accompanying other components of the system (e.g.
3M™ Filters / 3M™ Air Supply Unit). See all instructions
for use and save for continuing reference.
• Do not use in concentrations above those specified in the
Technical Specification.
• Do not use for respiratory protection against atmospheric
contaminants/concentrations which have poor warning
properties or are unknown or immediately dangerous to
life and health (IDLH) or against
contaminants/concentrations which generate high heats
of reaction with chemical filters.
• Do not use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5%
oxygen. (3M definition. Individual countries may apply
their own limits on oxygen deficiency. Seek advice if in
doubt).
• Do not use these products in oxygen or oxygen-enriched
atmospheres.
• Only use with the Filters/Air Supply Units and
Spares/Accessories listed in the Reference Leaflet and
within the usage conditions given in the Technical
Specification.
• Only for use by trained, competent personnel.
• Leave the contaminated area immediately if:
a) Any part of the system becomes damaged.
b) Airflow to the facepiece decreases or stops.
c) Breathing becomes difficult or increased breathing
resistance occurs.
d) Dizziness or other distress occurs.
e) You smell or taste contaminants or irritation occurs.
• Never modify or alter this product. Replace parts only with
original 3M spare parts.
• In case of intended use in explosive atmospheres,
contact 3M Technical Service.
• Do not use these products with self-contained breathing
apparatus.
• Do not use for escape purposes.
• Do not use with beards or other facial hair that may
inhibit contact between the face and the product thus
preventing a good seal.
• Only use with the spectacle kit available as an accessory
with this product, and ensure spectacle arms do not
interfere with the faceseal.
• National regulations may impose specific limitations on
the use of filters depending on the filter class and the
facepiece used. Use of any 3M™ Facepiece / Filter
combination should be in accordance with applicable
Health and Safety standards, Respiratory Selection
Tables or in accordance with the recommendations of an
Occupational Hygienist.
• Filters need to be regularly changed. The frequency of
change depends on usage time and the concentration of
contaminant.
• For more information call the 3M Health & Safety Helpline
on 0870 60 800 60 (UK) or 1 800 320 500 (Ireland).
• If using with a 3M™ Air Supply Unit:
• At very high work rates, the pressure in the facepiece
may become negative at peak inhalation flow. Adjust
equipment as appropriate or consider an alternative form
of respiratory protective device.
• If using in Supplied Air mode, ensure that: • The source of
the air supply is known. • The purity of the air supply is
known. • The air supply is of a breathable quality to
EN12021.
If during use the air supply stops or is reduced, vacate the
contaminated area immediately and investigate the cause.
• Take care to prevent the breathing tube from becoming
looped around protruding objects.
• These products do not supply oxygen.
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