3M Versaflo S Serie Directives D'utilisation page 4

Limitations of Use
1. Do not wear this respirator to enter areas where:
a. Atmospheres are oxygen deficient,
b. Contaminant concentrations are unknown,
c. Contaminant concentrations are Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH),
d. 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. See APF section of these User Instructions.
2. These products may offer limited splash protection against certain chemicals. Consult a qualified industrial
hygienist and the applicable Chemical Permeation Guide(s) to determine suitability of these products for
your specific environment. Note, only the S-800 series hoods have sealed seams to help prevent liquid
permeation through thread holes. For additional information, contact 3M Technical Service.
Respirator Program Management
Occupational use of respirators must be in compliance with applicable health and safety standards. By law,
US employers must establish a written respiratory protection program meeting the requirements of the OSHA
Respiratory Protection Standard 29 CFR 1910.134 and any applicable OSHA substance specific standards. In
Canada, CSA standard Z94.4 requirements must be met and/or requirements of the applicable jurisdiction, as
appropriate. For additional information on this standard, contact OSHA at www.OSHA.gov. The major sections
of 1910.134 are listed here for convenience, but should not serve as a substitute for consulting the actual
regulation or contacting OSHA. Consult an industrial hygienist or call 3M Technical Service with questions
concerning applicability of these products to your job requirements.
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
NIOSH –Approval, Cautions, & Limitations
These products are one component of a NIOSH approved respiratory protection system. Refer to the User
Instructions and/or the NIOSH approval label provided with the 3M™ Powered Air Purifying Blower Unit or
Supplied Air Unit for approved configurations and applicable NIOSH Cautions and Limitations.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Unpacking
Inspect the package contents for shipping damage and ensure all components are present. The product should
be inspected before each use, following the procedures in the Inspection section of these User Instructions.
Assembly
Failure to follow these instructions may reduce respirator performance, over expose you to contaminants,
and may result in sickness or death.
• Always pull the S-950 premium head suspension fully through the opening in the S-600, S-700, and
S-800 series hoods.
S-100, S-400, S-500 Series (with Integrated Head Suspension)
These products are provided fully assembled. Prior to use, ensure any protective covering or film that may
have been placed over the visor to protect it during manufacturing and shipping is removed. Verify all plastic
suspension straps (S-133, S-433, and S-533 series) are fully connected prior to use. Re-connect if necessary.
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