3M 8822 User manual

8822 Respirator
Data Sheet
Standards
The product has been tested to the NEW European Norm
EN149:2001 and has met the requirements of category
FFP2 in this standard.
The main performance tests in this standard are:
• Filter Penetration
• Total Inward Leakage
• Flammability
• Breathing Resistance
• Performance
The 8822 is at least 92% efficient against fine dusts, water
based and non-volatile liquid aerosols down to 0.5 micron.
It offers an Assigned Protection Factor of 10* (Nominal
Protection Factor of 12); i.e., it can be used in atmospheres
containing up to 10 times the Occupational Exposure Limit
(OEL) of contaminant as specified in the Health & Safety
Executive Guidance note EH40.
* As detailed in BS4275: 1997
Warnings
• As with the use of any respiratory device, the wearer must
first be trained in the proper use of the product.
• This product does not protect the wearer against gases,
vapours, solvents from paint spray operations or
atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen.
• Use only in adequately ventilated areas containing
sufficient oxygen to support life.
• Do not use when concentrations of contaminants are
immediately dangerous to life or health.
• Leave the area immediately if:
* breathing becomes difficult
* dizziness or other distress occurs
• Discard and replace respirator if it becomes damaged,
breathing resistance becomes excessive, or at the end of
one shift.
• Never alter or modify this device.
Main Features
The 3M 8822 respirator provides lightweight, effective,
comfortable and hygienic respiratory protection against
dusts and mists. The convex shape, twin strap design, foam
nose seal and steel nose clip ensure a good face seal over a
range of face sizes. The unique valve and collapse resistant
shell offer durable, comfortable protection particularly in
hot and humid conditions. The 3M 8822 is exempt from
costly time
consuming maintenance requirements. The 3M 8822 is
quite literally “maintenance-free”.
Applications
• Iron and Steel Foundries • Base Metal Manufacture
• Shipbuilding/Ship Repairing• Pharmaceuticals
• Potteries • Agriculture
• Brick Fire Clay and • Foodstuffs e.g. Bagging and
Refractory Materials Powdered Additives
• Construction • Powdered Chemicals
Approvals
• The 3M 8822 has been shown to meet the Basic Safety
Requirements under Article 10 and 11B of the European
Community Directive 89/686.
• Meets the performance requirements of the European
Standard for filtering facepiece dust respirators
EN149:2001 FFP2
• Is suitable for use under COSHH, CAW, CLAW and IRR
• The product is CE-marked.
Materials
The following materials are used in the production of this
product:
• Straps - Natural Rubber
• Nose-clip - Steel
• Filter - Polypropylene
• Nose foam - Polyurethane
• Valve -Polypropylene/Polyisoprene
Weight: 13 g

Respiratory protection is only effective if it is
correctly selected, fitted and worn throughout the time
when the wearer is exposed to hazards.
3M offers advice on the selection of products and
training in the correct fitting and 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 Afrox Customer Service Centre on
0860 020202
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8822 Respirator
Fitting Instructions
Note - do not use with beards or other facial
hair that may inhibit contact between the face
and the edge of the respirator.
1. Cup the respirator in
your hand with the
nosepiece at your
fingertips allowing the
headbands to hang freely
below your hand.
2. Position the respirator
under your chin with the
nosepiece up.
3. Pull the top strap over
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.
4. Place the fingertips of
both hands at the top of
the metal nosepiece.
Mould the nosepiece to
the shape of your nose by
pushing inward while
moving your fingertips
down both sides of the
nosepiece. Pinching the
nosepiece using one hand
may result in less
effective respirator
performance.
5. The seal of the respirator
on the face should be
fit-checked prior to wearing
in the work area.
a) Cover the front of the
respirator with both hands,
being careful not to disturb
the position of respirator.
b) Inhale sharply.
A negative pressure should
be 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.