Major Sections of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134
Section Description
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
NIOSH - APPROVAL, CAUTIONS & LIMITATION
NIOSH Approval
The 3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-600 Assembly is one component of a
NIOSH approved respiratory system. Refer to these User Instructions and/or the NIOSH Approval
Label provided with the TR-600 for a listing of components and optional accessories 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.
H– Follow established cartridge and canister change schedules or observe ESLI to ensure that
cartridge and canisters are replaced before breakthrough occurs.
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.
UNPACKING & BATTERY CHARGER SETUP
Unpacking
Inspect the package contents for shipping damage and ensure all components are present. Package
contents will vary depending on components or kit ordered. The product should be inspected before
each use following the procedures in the "Inspection" section of these User Instructions.
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