MSA 3S small User manual

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Operating Manual
3S Full Face Mask – Positive Pressure
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Contents
1 Safety Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1 Correct Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.2 Liability Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 Mask Versions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Special Versions for using until -40°C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.2 Marking/Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Marking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Special Versions for using until -40°C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3 Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1 Donning the Mask . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.2 Leak Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
3.3 Removing the Mask . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
4 Cleaning, Disinfection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.1 Cleaning/Disinfection with a Washing Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.2 Cleaning/Disinfection with an Ultrasonic Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.3 Cleaning by Hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.4 Disinfection by Hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.1 Maintenance Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.2 Maintenance Intervals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.3 Maintenance of the Exhalation Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.4 Replacing the Speech Diaphragm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.5 Tightness Test of the Mask . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.6 Visual Test and Function Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6 Safekeeping and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
7 Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
7.1 Exploded View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
7.2 Full Face Mask . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
7.3 Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
7.4 Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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Safety Regulations
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1 Safety Regulations
1.1 Correct Use
Series 3S Full Face Mask with positive pressure connection according to EN 148-3 or special manu-
facturer type are not complete respiratory protective devices by themselves, but serve as facepieces
[EN 136 CL3+] for use with respiratory filters, compressed air breathing apparatus, fresh air hose
breathing apparatus and compressed air line breathing apparatus.
The mask as part of a respiratory protective device ensures an appropriately tight fit of the user’s face
against the ambient atmosphere.
It is imperative that this operating manual be read and observed when using the device. In particular,
the safety instructions, as well as the information for the use and operation of the device, must be care-
fully read and observed. Furthermore, the national regulations applicable in the user's country must be
taken into account for a safe use.
WARNING!
This product is supporting life and health. Inappropriate use, maintenance or servicing may affect the
function of the device and thereby seriously compromise the user's life.
Before use the product operability must be verified. The product must not be used if the function test
is unsuccessful, it is damaged, a competent servicing/maintenance has not been made, genuine MSA
spare parts have not been used.
Alternative use, or use outside this specification will be considered as non-compliance. This also
applies especially to unauthorized alterations to the product and to commissioning work that has not
been carried out by MSA or authorized persons.
1.2 Liability Information
MSA accepts no liability in cases where the product has been used inappropriately or not as intended.
The selection and use of the product are the exclusive responsibility of the individual operator.
Product liability claims, warranties also as guarantees made by MSA with respect to the product are
voided if it is not used, serviced, or maintained in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
Changes and modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer will void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.

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Description
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2 Description
The face blank is made of a special soft rubber compound and assures a snug, comfortable fit and a
tight seal. The face blank is also available in yellow silicone. Some versions of the mask are also avail-
able in small size.
The inhalation air flows from the connector of the mask past the inhalation valve to the inside of the
lens [thus keeping the lens largely fog-free] and then through the check valves into the nose cup.
The exhalation air passes through the exhalation valve directly to the ambient air.
Fig. 1 Overview full face mask
1 Face blank 5 Industrial harness
2 Head strap 6 Lens
3 Buckle 7 Connector with inhalation valve
4 Rubber harness 8 Exhalation valve
1
2
3
6
7
8
4
5

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Description
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2.1 Mask Versions
Special Versions for using until -40°C
Standard Thread Connector M45 x 3
3S-PF • Standard version with polycarbonate lens
3S-PF-Vg • as standard version, with Triplex [laminated] glass
3S-PF-Si • as standard version, face blank, inner mask and harness made from
silicone
3S-PF-Vg-Si • as standard version, face blank, inner mask and harness made from
silicone, with Triplex [laminated] glass
MSA Plug-in Connector
3S-PS • Standard version with polycarbonate lens
3S-PS-Vg • as standard version, with Triplex [laminated] glass
3S-PS-Si • as standard version, face blank, inner mask and harness made from
silicone
3S-PS-Vg-Si • as standard version, face blank, inner mask and harness made from
silicone, with Triplex [laminated] glass
AutoMaXX Plug-in Connector
3S-PS-MaXX • Standard version with polycarbonate lens
3S-PS-MaXX-Si • as standard version, face blank, inner mask and harness made from
silicone
ESA Plug-in Connector
3S-PF-ESA • Standard version with polycarbonate lens
3S-PF-ESA-Si • as standard version, face blank, inner mask and harness made from
silicone
3S-PF-ESA-Vg • as standard version, with Triplex [laminated] glass
3S-PF-ESA-Vg-Si • as standard version, face blank, inner mask and harness made from
silicone, with Triplex [laminated] glass
Standard Thread Connector M45 x 3
3S-PF-IH Basic • as standard version, with basic industrial harness, polycarbonate
lens with silicate coating
3S-PF-IH Basic small • as standard version, with small size face blank, basic industrial
harness, polycarbonate lens with silicate coating
MSA Plug-in Connector
3S-PS-IH Basic • as standard version, with basic industrial harness, polycarbonate
lens with silicate coating
3S-PS-IH Basic small • as standard version, with small size face blank, basic industrial
harness, polycarbonate lens with silicate coating
3S-PS-V-MaXX (CIS) • as standard version, with polycarbonate lens with silicate coating
3S-PS-V-MaXX small
(CIS)
• as standard version, with small size face blank, polycarbonate lens
with silicate coating

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Description
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2.2 Marking/Certification
Marking
The mask is marked on the outer face blank as shown in Fig. 2:
Fig. 2 Marking of mask body
Special Versions for using until -40°C
The mask is marked on the outer face blank as shown in Fig. 3:
Fig. 3 Marking of mask body
1 Mask Version
2 Part Number
3 Marking [date code, serial number]
4 CE-marking with notified body number
[DEKRA EXAM, Zertifizierungsstelle Dinnendahlstr. 9, 44809 Bochum]
5X: ATEX classification A, B or C according to the Lens typ.
6 EN standard, class
1 Part Number 6 EAC conformity mark
2 Marking [date code, serial number] 7 CE-marking with notified body number
[DEKRA EXAM, Zertifizierungsstelle
Dinnendahlstr. 9, 44809 Bochum]
3 Icon “Read the Manual”
4 ATEX certification 8 Mask Version
5 GOST Certification Number
1
2
3
45
6
XXXXXXXX
YYYYYYYY MM/YYYY 1/XXXXX
EN 136:1998 CL3
TP TC 019/2011
12.4.189-99 CL3
0158
1
63
8
2
7
5
4

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Description
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Certification
Mask with Lenses from Polycarbonate
The masks according to chapter 2.1
comply with the following directives, standards or standardised documents:
Mask with Lenses from Triplex [laminated] Glass
The masks according to chapter 2.1
comply with the following directives, standards or standardised documents:
Directive 2014/34/EU [ATEX] : BVS 05 ATEX H 027 X
for masks
I M1
II 1 G IIA T6 -40 °C Ta +60 °C
II 1 D
I M1
II 1 G IIB T6 -40 °C Ta +60 °C
II 1 D
Directive 89/686/EC or
Regulation (EU) 2016/425,
respectively
:EN 136 CL3+
0158
DEKRA EXAM GmbH, Dinnendahlstr. 9, 44809
Bochum, Germany, Notified body number: 0158
Directive 2014/34/EU [ATEX] : BVS 05 ATEX H 027 X
for masks
I M1
II 1 G IIA T6 -40 °C Ta +60 °C
II 1 D
I M1
II 1 G IIB T6 -40 °C Ta +60 °C
II 1 D
I M1
II 1 G IIC T6 -40 °C Ta +60 °C
II 1 D
Directive 89/686/EC or
Regulation (EU) 2016/425,
respectively
:EN 136 CL3+
0158
DEKRA EXAM GmbH, Dinnendahlstr. 9, 44809
Bochum, Germany, Notified body number: 0158

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Description
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Special Versions for using until -40°C
Mask with Lenses from Polycarbonate
The masks according to chapter 2.1
comply with the following directives, standards or standardised documents:
The Declaration of Conformity can be found under the following link:
https://MSAsafety.com/DoC
Directive 2014/34/EU [ATEX] : BVS 13 ATEX H 059 X Rev.1
I M1
II 2G IIA T6 -40 °C Ta +60 °C
II 3G IIC
II 1D
Directive 89/686/EC or
Regulation (EU) 2016/425,
respectively
:EN 136 CL3
0158
DEKRA EXAM GmbH, Dinnendahlstr. 9, 44809
Bochum, Germany, Notified body number: 0158

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Use
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3Use
The mask is either carried using the harness in front of the chest or in the mask container.
In order to protect the inside of the mask from dirt, the harness hook is engaged in the front buckle
when the mask is held in front of the chest.
WARNING!
Ensure that the top of the mask seal only lies on the user's forehead. Hair should not be between the
mask's seal and the user’s skin.
The mask could otherwise leak. This danger also exists for instance for mask wearers with beards or
deep scars in the sealing area.
3.1 Donning the Mask
WARNING!
In order to guarantee a proper fit for those wearing glasses, the 3S Full Face Mask spectacle kit must
be worn since ordinary glasses cannot be worn under the mask.
(1) Spread the harness with both hands.
(2) Position the chin into the chin cup.
(3) Pull the head straps over your head.
Whilst doing so, ensure that the harness is sitting
correctly and not twisted.
(4) If necessary adjust mask and tighten the straps in order
as shown firmly and evenly.
When tightening the head straps ensure that the correct
sequence is followed [Figure Pos. 1 - 3, for EZ harness
and IH harness Pos. 1].
When using the EZ harness if necessary readjust the
head plate by pulling the loop at the back of the head.
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