This product is part of a system that helps reduce exposures to certain airborne
contaminants. Before use, the wearer must read and understand the User Instructions
provided as a part of the product packaging. Follow all local regulations. In the U.S., a
written respiratory protection program must be implemented meeting all the requirements
of 29 CFR 1910.134, including training, fit testing and medical evaluation. In Canada,
CSA standard Z94.4 requirements must be met and/or requirements of the applicable
jurisdiction, as appropriate. Misuse may result in injury, sickness or death. For proper use,
see supervisor, User Instructions, or call 3M PSD Technical Service in USA at
1-800-243-4630 and in Canada at 1-800-267-4414.
• Battery packs should be charged immediately and fully upon receipt.
• Read and understand the contents of these User Instructions prior to use, including all warnings
and advisories.
• This system is for professional occupational use only.
• The filter loading indicator is for particulate only. It does not convey any information about gas
and vapor service life.
• The 3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-600 System is not designed or
approved to meet intrinsic safety standards.
CONTENTS
Contents
FOREWORD ................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Contact Information.................................................................................................................................................................. 1
System Description ................................................................................................................................................................... 1
LIST OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS WITHIN THESE USER INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................. 1
LIMITATIONS OF USE................................................................................................................................................................. 2
RESPIRATOR PROGRAM MANAGEMENT ............................................................................................................................. 2
NIOSH - APPROVAL, CAUTIONS & LIMITATION................................................................................................................. 3
UNPACKING & BATTERY CHARGER SETUP.......................................................................................................................... 3
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION & ASSEMBLY ......................................................................................................................... 5
BATTERY PACK CHARGING & INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................8
BELTS AND BACKPACK.............................................................................................................................................................. 9
........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
BREATHING TUBE...................................................................................................................................................................... 10
HEADGEAR ...................................................................................................................................................................................11
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................................................................................11
INSPECTION ................................................................................................................................................................................12
ENTERING AND EXITING THE CONTAMINATED AREA ...................................................................................................15
CLEANING, STORAGE AND DISPOSAL ................................................................................................................................15
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................................17
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................................................................................18
TR-600 FILTER AND CARTRIDGE OPTIONS WITH COVERS...........................................................................................18
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY .......................................................................................................................................................19
FCC COMPLIANCE....................................................................................................................................................................19
W WARNING
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