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a. 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.
b. The 3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-600 Assembly is one component of an
approved respiratory protection system. Always read and follow all User Instructions supplied with
your 3M headgear and other system components in order to ensure correct system operation.
c. Do not turn off the motor/blower, remove the facepiece or headgear, or reach your hand into
the headgear while inside the contaminated area. This could allow contaminants to enter the
respirator and may result in sickness or death.
5. Always correctly use and maintain the filter/cartridge assembly. Failure to do so may reduce
respirator performance, overexpose you to contaminants, and may result in sickness or death.
a. Inspect filter/cartridge and inner circular sealing gasket before each installation. Replace filter/
cartridge if damaged or if the circular gasket is damaged or missing.
b. Always properly install the filter/cartridge into the blower unit.
c. Keep inner circular sealing gasket clean.
d. Never attempt to clean filter/cartridge by knocking or blowing out accumulated material.
Doing so will damage the filter media.
e. Use of the spark arrestor is mandatory for welding and all situations where the 3M™ Versaflo™
Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-600 may be exposed to sparks, molten metal or other hot
particulates. Failure to use the spark arrestor when needed may allow the filter to catch fire, or be
damaged and allow contaminants to enter the respirator and may result in injury, sickness or death.
f. Store the filter/cartridge as described in these User Instructions within the recommended storage
temperature conditions and observe filter expiration dates.
g. The filter loading indicator is for particulate loading levels only. It does not provide any
information about gas and vapor service life. Attempting to use the filter loading indicator for
gases and vapors may result in sickness or death.
6. Dispose of lithium-ion battery packs according to local environmental regulations. Do not dispose of
in standard waste bins, in a fire or send for incineration. Failure to properly dispose of battery packs
may lead to environmental contamination, fire or explosion and may result in serious injury or
death.
7. To reduce exposure to hazardous voltage:
a. Do not attempt to service the chargers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
b. Do not substitute, modify or add parts to the chargers.
c. Inspect the chargers and power cords before use. Replace if any parts are damaged.
d. Do not use the chargers outdoors or in wet environments.
LIMITATIONS OF USE
Do not wear this respirator system to enter areas where:
• Atmospheres are oxygen deficient.
• Contaminant concentrations are unknown.
• Contaminant concentrations are Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH).
• Contaminant concentrations exceed the maximum use concentration (MUC) determined using the
Assigned Protection Factor (APF) for the specific respirator system or the APF mandated by specific
government standards, whichever is lower.
• Atmospheres are flammable or explosive.
Immediately exit the contaminated area if any of the TR-600 alarms activate.
Refer to the User Instructions provided with the applicable headgear and the additional cautions and
limitations under the "NIOSH Cautions and Limitations" in these User Instructions.
The recommended operating temperature range is 14°F to 129°F (-10°C to 54°C).
The recommended operating altitude range is -328 feet (-100 meters) to 16404 feet (5000 meters).
For use in elevations outside this range, contact 3M Technical Service.
Before use in environments subject to high magnetic fields, contact 3M Technical Service.
RESPIRATOR PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
Occupational use of respirators must be in compliance with applicable health and safety standards. By
United States regulation, employers must establish a written respirator protection program meeting
the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Respiratory Protection
standard 29 CFR 1910.134 and any applicable OSHA substance specific standards. For additional
information on this standard contact OSHA at www.OSHA.gov. In Canada, CSA standard Z94.4
requirements and/or requirements of the applicable jurisdiction must be met as appropriate. The major
sections of 29 CFR 1910.134 are listed here for convenience. Consult an industrial hygienist or call 3M
Technical Service with questions concerning applicability of these products to your job requirements.
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