Introduction
The 3M Aura Series Particulate Respirator 9210+, N95, is designed to provide comfortable and reliable protection against non-oil based particles. Its innovative three-panel, flat-fold design incorporates features for enhanced user comfort and fit. This manual provides essential information for the proper use, maintenance, and care of your 3M Aura Particulate Respirator.
Key features include:
- NIOSH N95 approval for at least 95% filtration efficiency against certain non-oil based particles like dust and smoke.
- Sculpted nose panel designed to direct exhaled air away from eyewear, helping to reduce fogging.
- Braided headbands for secure placement and reduced hair pulling.
- Low profile design that conforms to nose and eye contours, allowing more room for eyewear.
- Individually packaged flat-fold design for convenient storage and portability.
What's in the Box
Your package should contain the following items:
- 20 Particulate Respirators
- Unit Instruction Guide
Setup and Donning Instructions
Proper donning of the respirator is crucial for effective protection. Follow these steps carefully:
- Preparation: Ensure your hands are clean. Remove the respirator from its individual packaging.
Image: A pack of 20 individually wrapped 3M Aura Particulate Respirators 9210+ N95, showing their flat-fold design.
- Positioning: Hold the respirator with the nose clip facing up. Place the bottom panel under your chin and the top panel over your nose.
Image: A single 3M Aura Particulate Respirator 9210+ N95 shown from the front, highlighting its contoured shape.
- Headband Placement: Pull the top headband over your head, resting it on the crown of your head. Pull the bottom headband over your head and position it around your neck, below your ears.
Image: A side view of the 3M Aura Particulate Respirator 9210+ N95, illustrating the braided headbands designed for comfort and secure fit.
- Nose Clip Adjustment: Using both hands, mold the nose clip to the shape of your nose by pressing down on both sides. This helps create a custom, secure seal and reduces eyewear fogging.
Image: A person wearing the 3M Aura Particulate Respirator 9210+ N95 along with safety glasses. The image emphasizes how the respirator's design helps prevent glasses from fogging up.
- Chin Tab Adjustment: Utilize the innovative chin tab for ease of positioning and adjustment, ensuring the respirator sits comfortably and securely.
Image: A person wearing the 3M Aura Particulate Respirator 9210+ N95, demonstrating its curved low profile design that conforms well to facial contours, allowing ample room for eyewear.
- Seal Check: Perform a seal check by exhaling sharply. If air leaks around the edges, readjust the nose clip and headbands until a proper seal is achieved.
Image: An inside view of the 3M Aura Particulate Respirator 9210+ N95, highlighting the soft inner materials and braided headbands that contribute to comfort and a secure fit.
Operating Instructions
The 3M Aura Particulate Respirator 9210+ is intended for occupational use in environments where protection against certain non-oil based particles is required. It is suitable for applications such as grinding, sanding, sweeping, bagging, and other dusty operations, as well as for protection against wildfire smoke inhalation.
Always ensure the respirator is properly fitted before entering a contaminated area. Do not use this respirator for gases, vapors, oil aerosols, or in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen.
Maintenance and Storage
This is a disposable respirator and is not designed to be cleaned or reused after it becomes damaged, soiled, or breathing becomes difficult. Dispose of the respirator after each use or when it becomes contaminated.
Store unused respirators in their original, individually sealed packaging in a clean, dry environment, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Air leakage around edges | Improper fit or nose clip adjustment. | Readjust nose clip and headbands. Ensure chin tab is properly positioned. Perform a seal check. |
| Difficulty breathing | Respirator is clogged with particles. | Replace the respirator with a new one. This is a disposable product. |
| Eyewear fogging | Nose clip not properly sealed. | Ensure the nose clip is molded tightly to the bridge of your nose. |
Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 9210+ |
| Filter Class | N95 |
| NIOSH Approval Number | TC-84A-5668 |
| Product Dimensions | 1 x 1 x 1 inches |
| Item Weight | 10.55 ounces (for 20 respirators) |
| Color | White |
| Number of Items | 20 |
| Department | unisex-adult |
Important Safety Information and Support
WARNING:
These respirators help to protect against certain airborne contaminants. Before use, the wearer must read and understand the User Instructions provided as part of the product packaging. A written respiratory protection program must be implemented meeting all the requirements of OSHA 1910.134 including training, fit testing and medical evaluation. In Canada, CSA standards Z94.4 requirements must be met and/or requirements of applicable jurisdiction. Improper use may result in sickness or death.
For correct use, see supervisor and User Instructions, or call 3M PSD Technical Service in USA at 1-800-243-4630 and in Canada at 1-800-267-4414.
Occupational use only.
3M, Aura, Versaflo and SecureFit are trademarks of 3M Company. All other trademarks herein are property of their respective owners.
