3M 6500 Serie Directives D'utilisation page 2

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Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator
6500 Series
This respirator helps protect against certain airborne contaminants. Misuse may result in sickness or death. For correct use, consult
supervisor and User Instructions or call 3M in U.S.A. at 1-800-243-4630. In Canada, call Technical Service at 1-800-267-4414.
FOREWORD
These User Instructions provide information about facepiece use only. Important information is provided in the User Instructions with each of the air
filtration systems that are used with 3M™ Rugged Comfort Half Facepieces 6501, 6502 and 6503. Read and understand all User Instructions and
warnings before using. Keep these User Instructions for reference. If you have questions regarding these products, contact 3M Technical Service.
In United States:
Internet: www.3m.com/workersafety
Technical Assistance: 1-800-243-4630
Intended Use
The 3M™ Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator, 6500 Series (6501, 6502, 6503) are designed to help provide respiratory protection
against certain airborne contaminants when used in accordance with all use instructions and limitations and applicable safety and health regulations.
Properly selected, used, and maintained respirators help protect against certain contaminants by reducing airborne concentrations below
the Occupational Exposure Limit (OEL). It is essential to follow all instructions and government regulations on the use of this product,
including wearing the complete respirator system during all times of exposure in order for the product to help protect the wearer. Misuse
of respirators may result in overexposure to contaminants and lead to sickness or death. For correct use, consult supervisor and
User Instructions, or contact 3M Technical Service.
List of Warnings and Cautions within these User Instructions
Failure to follow these instructions may reduce respirator performance, expose you to contaminants above the OEL, and may result in
sickness or death.
• To help maintain a good seal between the face and the faceseal, the respirator faceseal must be clear of obstructions at all times. Do
not use with beards, facial hair or anything that prevents direct contact between the face and the respirator faceseal.
• Do not clean respirator with solvents. Cleaning with solvents may degrade some respirator components and reduce respirator
effectiveness.
• Inspect all respirator components before each use to ensure proper operating condition.
• Do not alter, misuse, or abuse this respirator.
Failure to properly dispose of spent cartridges, filters, or respirators contaminated by hazardous materials can result in personal exposures as well
as environmental harm. Handling, transportation and disposal of spent cartridges, filters, or respirators must comply with all applicable federal,
state, and local laws and regulations.
NIOSH Cautions and Limitations for Negative Pressure Usage
The following restrictions may apply. See NIOSH Approval Label. If you are using the 3M™ Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6500
Series as part of a Supplied Air Respirator configuration, refer to the User Instructions that accompanies your air control device for information on
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.
H – Follow established cartridge and canister change schedules or observe ESLI to ensure that cartridges and canisters are replaced before breakthrough
occurs.
J – Failure to properly use and maintain this product could result in injury or death.
K – The Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations require gas-proof goggles to be worn with this respirator when used against
formaldehyde.
L – Follow the manufacturer's User's Instructions for changing cartridges, canister and/or filters.
W WARNING
In Canada:
Website: www.3M.ca/Safety
Technical Assistance: 1-800-267-4414
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