3M 4251 User Manual

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3M 4000 Series
Reusable Half Face Masks
Product Description
The 3M™ 4000 Series Reusable Half Face Masks are a range
of ready-to-use, maintenance-free half face masks, designed
for eective and comfortable protection against many gases,
vapours and combination particulate hazards found throughout
industry. Utilizing unique filter technology allows a very low-profile
for undisturbed view to make your work life more comfortable.
Key Features
• Disposable,maintenancefreehalfmask.
• Soft,texturedfacesealtoprovideamorecomfortabletto
the face.
• Lightweightandwellbalancedtoensurecomfortduringlong
periods of work.
• Twininhalationvalvesandlarge,bondedcarbonlters
to reduce breathing resistance, complimented by a low
resistanceparabolicexhalationvalvetoreduceheatbuild-up.
• Lowproledesignallowsforbetterperipheralvisionand
compatibility with 3M™ Eyewear range.
• Easytouseasnoneedforassembly,maintenanceorrecord
keeping.
• Easyandsecurettingofneckstrapandadjustmentofhead
cradle.
• Optionaloversprayguardprolongsthelifeoftheparticulate
filter when paint spraying.
• Maximumproductweightof320grams.
Applications
The 3M™ 4000 Series Reusable Half Face Masks come in a
variety of dierent product options:
• 3M™4251(FFA1P2RD)providesprotectionagainstorganic
vapours(goodwarningpropertiesandb.pt.>65°C),upto
10xThresholdLimitValue(TLV)or1000partspermillion
(ppm),whicheverislower,and12xTLVforparticulates.
• 3M™4255(FFA2P3RD)providesprotectionagainstorganic
vapours(goodwarningpropertiesandb.pt.>65°C),upto
10xTLVor5000ppm,whicheverislowerand50xTLVfor
particulates.
• 3M™4277(FFABE1P3RD)providesprotectionagainst
organicvapours(goodwarningpropertiesandb.pt.>65°C),
inorganicandacidgasesupto10xTLVor1000ppm,
whicheverislowerand50xTLVforparticulates.
• 3M™4279(FFABEK1P3RD)providesprotectionagainst
organicvapours(goodwarningpropertiesandb.pt.>65°C),
inorganicandacidgasesandammonia,upto10xTLVor
1000ppm,whicheverislowerand50xTLVforparticulates.
Datasheet
Technical
Filter Table
Filter Hazard Industry
4251
(FFA1P2 R D)
4255
(FFA2P3 R D)
Organic Vapours
and Particulates
• Anywhere conventional paints are used.
(non-Isocyanates, subject to usage
conditions)
• Vehicle manufacture
• Plant equipment manufacture
• Shoe treatment and tanneries
• Domestic appliance manufacture
• Aircraft manufacture and refurbishment
• Boat building
• Machinery manufacture
• Chemical manufacture and handling
• Ink and dye manufacture and usage
• Adhesive manufacture and laboratories
• Paint and varnish manufacture
• Manufacture and use of resins
4277
(FFABE1P3 R D)
Organic Vapours,
Inorganic Gases,
Acid Gases and
Particulates
As 4251 but also:
• Electrolytic processes
• Acid cleaning
• Metal pickling
• Metal etching
4279
(FFABEK1P3 R D)
Organic Vapours,
Inorganic and
Acid Gases, plus
Ammonia and
Particulates
As 4277 but also:
• Manufacture and maintenance of
refrigeration equipment
• Agrochemicals
Standards and Approval
The 3M™ 4000 Series Respirators meet the performance
requirementsoftheEuropeanStandardEN405:2001+A1:2009
for valved filtering half-mask respirators for gases, vapours and
particulate combinations.
The 3M™ 4000 Series Respirators have met the requirements
oftheEuropeanCommunityDirective89/686/EEC(Personal
ProtectiveEquipmentDirective)andarethusCEmarked.
CerticationunderArticle10,ECType-Examination,hasbeen
issuedfortheseproductsbyINSPECInternationalLimited,56
LeslieHoughWay,Salford,GreaterManchesterM66AJ,UK
(NotiedBodynumber0194).CerticationunderArticle11,EC
qualitycontrol,hasbeenissuedbyBSIProductServices(Notied
Bodynumber0086).
Cleaning and Storage
If the respirator is to be used for more than one shift it should
be cleaned at the end of each shift and stored between shifts
in the original packaging. To clean the respirator, the faceseal
should be wiped with a cloth moistened in warm soapy water
(thewatertemperatureshouldbebelow40°C)anddriedatroom
temperature.TheproductMUSTNOTbeimmersedinwater
duringcleaning.Alternatively,facesealmaybecleanedusingthe
3M™105FaceSealCleaner.Alwayscheckthattheproducthas
notexceededtheusebydatebeforeuse.
RespiratoryProtectionisonlyeectiveifitiscorrectlyselected,
ttedandwornthroughoutthetimewhenthewearerisexposed
to respiratory contaminants.
3M oers advice on the selection of products, and training in the
correct fitting and usage.
For more information on 3M products and services please call the
3M Health & Safety Helpline.
Materials
Component Material
Facemask Thermoplastic elastomer
Head Harness Polypropylene
Head Strap Polypropylene/cotton
Inhalation Valve Polyisoprene
Exhalation Valve Silicone Rubber
Gas and Vapour Filter Body Activated Carbon
Particulate Filter Element Polypropylene
Use Limitation
Thisrespiratordoesnotsupplyoxygen.Donotusein
atmospherescontaininglessthan19.5%*oxygen.
1. Donotuseforrespiratoryprotectionagainstatmospheric
contaminants that have poor warning properties or are
unknownorimmediatelydangeroustolifeandhealth(IDLH)
or against contaminants which generate high heats of reaction
with chemical filters.
2. Donotmisuse,alter,modifyorrepairthisproduct.
3. Donotusewithbeardsorotherfacialhairthatpreventdirect
contact between face and edge of the respirator.
4. Donotusewithunknownconcentrationsofcontaminants.
5. Donotuseforescapepurposes.
6. Leavetheworkareaimmediatelyandchecktheintegrityof
the respirator and replace face mask if:
- Damagehasoccurredorisapparent.
- Breathingbecomesdicultorincreasedbreathing
resistance occurs.
- Dizzinessorotherdistressoccurs.
- You taste or smell the contaminant or an irritation occurs.
7. Storethisdeviceinasealedcontainerawayfrom
contaminated areas when not in use.
8. Usestrictlyinaccordancewithrespiratorandlteruser
instruction leaflet.
9. Incaseofintendeduseinexplosiveatmospheres,contact3M
technical service.
*3Mdefinitionminimum19.5%byvolumeoxygen
Fitting Instructions
Beforeassigninganyrespiratortobeworninacontaminated
area, we recommend that a qualitative or quantitative fit check be
performed before entering the workplace.
Fitting instructions must be followed each time the respirator is
worn.
1. Assemble/adjustheadcradlebyfeedingtheperforatedstrip
through the buckle and pressing down on the stud at the
required length. Repeat for second strip.
2. Placetherespiratorovertheface,ttingitcomfortablyon
bridge of the nose, then pull the head harness over the crown
of the head.
3. Ifnecessaryremovetherespiratorandreadjustthehead
cradletoacomfortabletandrepeatstep2.
4. Take a bottom strap in each hand, place them at the back of
the neck and hook the straps together
5. Tightenthetopheadharnessrstbypullingontheendsto
achieve a comfortable and secure fit. Tighten bottom straps in
a similar manner. Strap tension may be decreased by pushing
out on back side of buckles.
6. (Whereapplicable)Aftertighteningtheheadharness(see5),
slide the 4 plastic
Fit Check
Performapositivepressuretcheckeachtimetherespiratoris
donned.
PositivepressureFaceFitcheck
Fitting instructions must be followed each time the respirator is
worn.
1. Placethepalmofthehandovertheexhalationvalvecoverand
exhalegently.
2. Iftherespiratorbulgesslightlyandnoairleakagebetween
the face and the respirator is detected, a proper fit has been
achieved.
3. If air leakage is detected, re-position the respirator on the
faceand/orreadjustthetensionofthestraptoeliminatethe
leakage.
4. Repeat the above face fit check
5. Ifyoucannotachieveapropert,donotenterthe
contaminated area. See your supervisor
Important Notice
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consequential(including,butnotlimitedto,lossofprofits,
businessand/orgoodwill)arisingfromrelianceuponany
information herein provided by 3M. The user is responsible for
determining the suitability of the products for their intended
use.Nothinginthisstatementwillbedeemedtoexcludeor
restrict3M’sliabilityfordeathorpersonalinjuryarisingfromits
negligence.
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