3 8710E Respirator Data Sheet Main Features Standards The 3M 8710E respirator provides lightweight, effective, The product has been tested to the European Norm EN149:2001 comfortable and hygienic respiratory protection against fine dusts and has met the requirements of category FFP1 in this standard. and oil and water based mists. The convex shape, twin strap The main performance tests in this standard are: design, foam nose seal and aluminium nose clip ensure a good face Filter Penetration seal over a wide range of face sizes. Total Inward Leakage The 3M 8710E is exempt from costly time consuming Flammability maintenance requirements. Breathing Resistance Applications Performance Rubber/Plastics Quarrying It offers an Assigned Protection Factor of 4 (Nominal Protection Paint Manufacture Engineering Factor of 4) i.e., it can be used in atmospheres containing up to 4 Pharmaceuticals Agrochemicals times the Workplace Exposure Limit (WEL) of contaminant as Construction Pottery/Ceramics specified in the Health & Safety Executive Guidance note EH40. Laboratories Agriculture Market Gardening Warnings Approvals As with the use of any respiratory device, the wearer must The 3M 8710E has been shown to meet the Basic Safety first be trained in the proper use of the product. Requirements under Article 10 and 11B of the European This product does not protect the wearer against gases, Community Directive 89/686. vapours, solvents from paint spray operations or Meets the performance requirements of the European atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen. Standard for filtering facepiece dust respirators Use only in adequately ventilated areas containing sufficient EN149:2001 FFP1 oxygen to support life. The product is CE-marked. Do not use when concentrations of contaminants are Materials immediately dangerous to life or health. Leave the area immediately if: The following materials are used in the production of this product: * breathing becomes difficult Straps - Elastomer * dizziness or other distress occurs Nose-clip - Aluminium Discard and replace respirator if it becomes damaged, Filter/shell - Polypropylene/Polyester breathing resistance becomes excessive, or at the end of one Nose foam - Polyurethane shift. Weight: 7 g Never alter or modify this device.8710E Respirator Fitting Instructions 1. First pre-stretch each strap by 2. Cup the respirator in your pulling between both hands at 1-2 hand with the nosepiece at inch intervals around the entire your fingertips allowing the length of the strap. headbands to hang freely below your hand. 3. Position the respirator under 4. Pull the top strap over your chin with the nosepiece up. your head resting it high at the top back of your head. Pull the bottom strap over your head and position it around the neck below the ears. 5. Place the fingertips of both 6. The seal of the respirator on the face should be hands at the top of the metal fit-checked prior to wearing in nosepiece. Mould the nosepiece the work area. to the shape of your nose by a) Cover the front of the pushing inward while moving your respirator with both hands, fingertips down both sides of the being careful not to disturb the nosepiece. Pinching the nosepiece position of respirator. using one hand may result in less b) Exhale sharply. effective respirator A positive p ressure should be per formance. felt inside the respirator. If any leakage is detected, adjust position of respirator and/or tension of strap. Retest the seal. Repeat the procedure until the respirator is sealed properly. Respiratory protection is only effective if it is correctly selected, fitted and worn NNoottee -- do not use with beards or other facial hair throughout the time when the wearer is exposed to hazards. that may inhibit contact between the face and the 3M offers advice on the selection of products and training in the correct fitting and edge of the respirator. usage. For help with selecting the most appropriate forms of PPE and relevant health and Safety legislation, or for more detailed product information, please contact the 3M Health and Safety Helpline on: 0870 60 800 60 (UK). For callers within the Republic of Ireland 1800 320500. 3 Occupational Health Group Occupational Health Group 3M United Kingdom PLC 3M Ireland 3M Centre 3M House, Adelphi Centre, Cain Road, Bracknell Upper Georges St. Berkshire RG12 8HT Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, Ireland Tel: 0870 60 800 60 Tel: 1 800 320 500 www.3m.com/uk/ohes ohes.helpline.uk mmm.com 05/2007 CH8710DS