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Assigned Protection Factor
Refer to the
User Instructions
supplied with the respirator headpiece for information on protection factors.
NIOSH Approval
For a listing of the components of NIOSH approved 3M™ Respirator Systems using 3M™ Air-Mate™
PAPR Unit 520-03-63R01, refer to the NIOSH approval label that is part of the
User Instructions
included
with the product or contact 3M Technical Service at 1-800-243-4630.
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.
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.
I– Contains electrical parts which have not been evaluated as an ignition source in flammable or explosive
atmospheres by MSHA/NIOSH.
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.
P– NIOSH does not evaluate respirators for use as surgical masks.
SPECIFICATIONS
Heat and flame resistance –
This respirator system is not designed for use in high temperature
environments and should not be exposed to sparks or flame.
Battery pack –
Rechargeable nickel cadmium.
Up to 8 hrs of use per charge.
Airflow range –
Greater than 6 cfm (170 lpm)
Weight PAPR –
Approximately 1.1 lb (0.5 kg)
Weight battery pack –
Approximately 1.7 lb (0.8 kg)
Summary of Contents for Air-Mate PAPR 231-01-30
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