Intended Use - 3M PELTOR OPTIME H510A Gebrauchsanleitung

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3M™ PELTOR™ OPTIME™ Earmuff
H510A, H510B, H510F, H510P3
H520A, H520B, H520F, H520P3
H540A, H540B, H540P3
3M™ PELTOR™ H31 Earmuff
H31A, H31P3

INTENDED USE

provide workers with protection against hazardous noise
levels. It is expected that all users read and understand
the provided user instructions as well as be familiar with
the use of this device.
IMPORTANT
Please read, understand, and follow all safety information
in these instructions prior to use. Retain these
instructions for future reference. For additional
information or any questions, contact 3M Technical
Services (contact information listed on the last page).
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WARNING
This hearing protector helps reduce exposure to hazardous
noise and other loud sounds. Misuse or failure to wear
hearing protection at all times when exposed to hazardous
noise may result in hearing loss or injury. For proper use,
see supervisor, User Instructions or call 3M Technical
Services. If your hearing seems dulled or you hear a
ringing or buzzing during or after any noise exposure
hearing problem, leave the noisy environment immediately
and consult a medical professional and/or your supervisor.
Failure to follow these instructions may reduce the
protection provided by the earmuff and may result in
hearing loss:
protectors. Research suggests that users may receive less
noise reduction than indicated by the attenuation label
and motivation of the user. Refer to applicable regulations
for guidance on how to adjust attenuation label values. In
the absence of applicable regulations, it is recommended
that the SNR be reduced to better estimate typical
protection.
reduce its effectiveness in attenuating noise. Consult the
c. Inspect the hearing protector before each use. If
damaged, select an undamaged hearing protector or avoid
the noisy environment.
d. When additional personal protective equipment is
necessary (e.g. safety glasses, respirators, etc.), select
interference with the earmuff cushion. Remove all other
unnecessary articles (e.g. hair, hats, jewelry, headphones,
hygiene covers, etc.) that could interfere with the seal of
the earmuff cushion and reduce the protection of the
earmuff.
e. Do not bend or reshape the headband or neckband,
and ensure there is adequate force to hold the earmuffs
f. Earmuffs, and in particular cushions, may deteriorate
with use and should be examined at frequent intervals for
cracking and leakage, for example. When used regularly,
replace the ear cushions and foam liners at least twice a
year to maintain consistent protection, hygiene, and
comfort.
g. If the requirements above are not adhered to, the
protection afforded by the earmuffs will be severely
impaired.
EN 352 Safety Statements:
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the acoustic performance of the earmuffs.
• This product may be adversely affected by certain
chemical substances. Further information should be sought
from the manufacturer.
• These earmuffs are of large size range. Earmuffs
complying with EN 352-1 are of "medium size range" or
"small size range" or "large size range". "Medium size
wearers for whom "medium size range" earmuffs are not
suitable.
• These helmet mounted earmuffs are of large size
range. Helmet mounted earmuffs complying with EN 352-3
are of "medium size range" or "small size range" or "large
size range". "Medium size range" helmet mounted earmuffs
range" or "large size range" helmet mounted earmuffs are
helmet mounted earmuffs are not suitable.
NOTE
• When worn according to these User Instructions, this
hearing protector helps reduce exposure to both
continuous noises, such as industrial noises and noises
from vehicles and aircraft, as well as very loud impulse
and/or actual hearing protection obtained during exposure
protection, proper care of hearing protection, and other
variables will impact performance. To learn more about
hearing protection for impulse noise, visit www.3M.com/
hearing.
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