Use Limitations
1. This respirator does not supply oxygen when used in air-purifying mode. Do not use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen.
2. Do not use when concentrations of contaminants are immediately dangerous to life or health, are unknown or when concentrations exceed
10 times the permissible exposure limit (PEL) in air-purifying mode when qualitatively fit tested, 50 times the PEL in air-purifying mode when
quantitatively fit tested, 1000 times the PEL in powered air-purifying or supplied air mode, or according to specific OSHA standards or applicable
government regulations, whichever is lower.
3. Do not alter, abuse or misuse this respirator.
4. Do not use with beards or other facial hair or other conditions that prevent a good seal between the face and the faceseal of the respirator.
Time Use Limitations
1. Cartridges and filters must be used before expiration date on packaging.
2. Particle filters must be replaced if they become damaged, soiled or if an increase in breathing resistance occurs. N-series filters should not be
used in environments containing oils. R-series filters may be limited to 8 hours of continuous or intermittent use if oil aerosols are present. In
environments containing only oil aerosols, P-series filters should be replaced after 40 hours of use or 30 days, whichever is first.
3. Service life of gas/vapor cartridges will depend upon activity of wearer (breathing rate); specific contaminant and concentration; and environmental
conditions such as humidity, pressure, and temperature. Cartridges must be replaced in accordance with an end of service life indicator, established
change schedule or earlier if smell, taste or irritation from contaminants is detected. Please see 3M Service Life Software at www.3M.com/sls.
4. The 6007 and 60927 mercury vapor cartridges must be discarded within 50 hours of use against mercury vapor; or according to organic vapor,
chlorine, hydrogen sulfide or sulfur dioxide service life, or when odors of vapors or gases become noticeable, whichever occurs first. Mercury
vapor has no odor.
NIOSH Cautions and Limitations
The following restrictions may apply. See NIOSH Approval Label.
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.
D - Air-line respirators can be used only when the respirators are supplied with respirable air meeting the requirements of CGA G-7.1 Grade D or
higher quality.
E - Use only the pressure ranges and hose lengths specified in the User's Instructions.
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.
G - If airflow is cut off, switch to filter and/or cartridge or canister and immediately exit to clean air.
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.
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.
S - Special or critical User's Instructions and/or specific use limitations apply. Refer to User's Instructions before donning.
S - Special or Critical User's Instructions
3M™ Organic Vapor Service Life Indicator Cartridges (6001i and 60921i) are equipped with a passive 3M™ End of Service Life Indicator (ESLI). The
indicator must be readily seen when wearing the respirator. If you cannot readily see the ESLI, use a mirror to observe the ESLI; rely on a co-worker
who can see the ESLI; or go to a clean area, remove the respirator and view the ESLI. Do not rely solely on the organic vapor ESLI unless your
employer has determined that it is appropriate for your workplace. See 6001i or 60921i User Instructions for more information, including Special
Instructions regarding the ESLI.
3M™ Mercury Vapor, Organic Vapor and Acid Gas Cartridges (6007 and 60927) must be discarded within 50 hours of use against mercury vapor.
3M™ Particulate Filter P95, Hydrogen Fluoride, with Nuisance Level Acid Gas Relief, 2076HF and 3M™ Particulate Filter P100, Hydrogen Fluoride,
with Nuisance Level Acid Gas Relief, 7093C are recommended for relief against nuisance levels of acid gases or organic vapors. Nuisance level refers
to concentrations not exceeding OSHA PEL or applicable government occupational exposure limits, whichever is lower. Do not use for respiratory
protection against acid gases or organic vapors except hydrogen fluoride.
If the facepiece is to be used in air-purifying mode (without using the 3M™ Breathing Tubes SA-1600 or SA-2600), the inhalation valves must be
replaced in the facepiece before use.
Use of the 3M™ Nose Cup Assembly 6894 with the 3M™ Full Facepieces 6000DIN Series must be in accordance with the NIOSH approval for the
system being used.
– Nose cup is not to be used with the Powerflow™ Face-Mounted PAPR.
– Nose cup use is optional with 3M™ GVP and Breathe Easy™ Belt-Mounted PAPR systems.
– Nose cup must be used for all other 6000DIN facepiece applications.
Refer to the specific 3M product User Instructions for more information.
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