Intended Use; Preparation For Use - 3M G500 Manual Del Usuario

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3M™ G500 Headgear
Please read these user instructions in conjunction with the 3M™ Clear Face shield or 3M™ Mesh Face shield user instructions where you will
find information on:
• Approved combinations of face shields
• Spare parts
See all instructions for use and save for continuing reference.

INTENDED USE

The 3M™ G500 Headgear with face shield is designed to protect the wearer against impacts to the eye and face, both from the front and the
side.
3M™ Mesh Face shields meet the requirements of EN1731:2006, Mesh type eye and face protectors.
3M™ Clear Face Shields meet the requirements of EN166:2001, Personal Eye Protection.
Hearing protection can be easily attached if required.
A wide range of 3M™ Peltor™ Ear muffs with Helmet attachment (P3E) are compatible and approved for use with the 3M™ G500 Headgear.
For attenuation values and proper fitting please see the appropriate Earmuff user instruction.
^ Particular attention should be given to warning statements where indicated.
^ WARNINGS
Always be sure that the complete product is:
- Suitable for the application;
- Fitted correctly;
- Worn during all periods of exposure;
- Replaced when necessary.
Proper selection, training, use and appropriate maintenance are essential in order for the product to help protect the wearer from impact
hazards.
Failure to follow all instructions on the use of these personal protection products and/or failure to properly wear the complete product during
all periods of exposure may adversely affect the wearer's health, lead to severe or life threatening illness or permanent disability.
For suitability and proper use follow local regulations, refer to all information supplied or contact a safety professional or 3M on 0870 60 800
60 (UK) or 1800 320 500 (Ireland).
Check apparatus is complete, undamaged and correctly assembled. Any damaged or defective parts must be replaced with original 3M
spare parts before use.
Eye protectors against high speed particles worn over standard opthalmic spectacles may transmit impact energy, creating a hazard to the
wearer.
Certain chemicals can cause damage to these products.
The product can cause allergic reactions on contact with very sensitive skin.
Contact 3M for additional information.
APPROVALS
These products meet the requirements of the European Community Directive 89/686/EEC (Personal Protective Equipment Directive) and are
thus CE marked.Certification under Article 10, EC Type-Examination, has been issued for these products by Finnish Institute of Occupational
Health (FIOH), Topeliuksenkatu 41aA, FIN-00250 Helsinki, Finland (Notified Body number 0403).
CERTIFICATION
The 3M™ G500 Headgear meets the following requirements:
Model European Standard
G500
EN166:2001
EN1731:2006
Please see 3M™ Clear Face shield or 3M™ Mesh Face Shield User instructions for details on protection offered by the face shield.
^ If the face shield and the frame are not both marked with the same symbol, the lowest level applies to the complete face protector.

PREPARATION FOR USE

Inspect the product carefully before each use. Replace any parts that show signs of damage such as scratches or cracks.
Symbol Field of use
High speed particles at extremes of
BT
temperature
A
High speed particles
F
High speed particles
5
Mechanical Strength
Medium energy impact
High energy impact
Low energy impact