This article is part of ‘3M Mask Respirator’
The 3M™ 6000 Series Respirators are proven to be simple to handle and comfortable to the wearer. The exhalation port provides increased durability, easy cleaning and reduced breathing resistance which helps to increase your comfort. Available in three sizes, all respirators have the 3M bayonet connection system allowing connection to a broad range of twin lightweight filters to protect against gases, vapours and particulates depending on your individual needs.
The main features include:
- Reusable, low maintenance half face respirator.
- Soft, lightweight elastomeric respirator ensures comfort during long periods of work.
- Flexible System (gas & vapour and / or particulate filters plus Supplied-Air option).
- Twin filter design provides lower breathing resistance, a more balanced fit, and improves the field of vision.
- Cost effective replacement filters.
- Safe, secure Bayonet filter attachment system.
- Easy and secure fitting.
- Facepiece weight: 82 grams.
Part Numbers: 3 sizes
6100 – Small
6300 – Large
Standard: EN140
Approval: CE marked
Applications
The 6000 Series Respirators can be used with a variety of different filter options:
Gas and Vapour Filters only: The filters generally protect against either single or multiple contaminant type (s).
- The 6000 Series filters fit directly onto the respirator except for the 6098 and 6099.
Particulate filters only: These filters provide protection against solid and non-volatile liquid particles.
- The 2000 Series particulate filters fit directly onto the respirator.
- The 6035 & 6038 are encapsulated P3 filters, which fit directly onto the respirator.
Combination of Gas & Vapour and Particulate filters:
- The 5000 Series particulate filters can be used with 6000 Series Gas and Vapour filters using 501 retainers excluding the 6035, 6038, 6096, 6098 and 6099.
- The 6096 has Particulate filter media integrated with the Gas and Vapour cartridge.
- The 6038 is an encapsulated particulate filter with a layer of carbon for low capacity gas protection.
Supplied-Air mode: All filters can be used with SA-2100 Supplied Air Regulator except for the 5925, 5935, 6098 and 6099 filters.
Fitting Instructions
Place the respirator over the mouth and nose, then pull the harness over the crown of the head.
Take the bottom straps in both hands, place them at the back
of the neck and hook them together.
Tighten the top straps first by pulling on ends to achieve a
comfortable and secure fit.
Tighten bottom straps using either front or rear adjustments. (Strap tension may be decreased by pushing out on back side of buckles).
Perform a positive and/or negative pressure fit check. The positive method is recommended.
Fit Check
Perform a positive and/or negative pressure fit check each time the respirator is donned.
Positive pressure Face Fit check
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, reposition 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 fit, do not enter the contaminated area. See your supervisor.
Negative pressure face fit check
1. Push the filter cover down or press your thumbs into the central indentation of the filters, inhale gently and hold your breath for five or ten seconds.
2. If the respirator collapses slightly, a proper fit has been achieved.
3. If air leakage is detected, reposition the respirator on the face and/or readjust the tension of the straps to eliminate the leakage.
4. Repeat the above face fit check.
5. If you cannot achieve a proper fit, do not enter the contaminated area. See your supervisor.
