3M 7500 Series User Manual

Respirators must be inspected before each use to ensure good operating condition.
The facepiece must be repaired or replaced if there are damaged or defective parts.
7500 SERIES RESPIRATOR INSTRUCTIONS
Inspection Procedure
Check facepiece for cracks,
tears and dirt. Be certain
facepiece, especially face-
seal area, is not distorted.
1
Examine inhalation valves
for signs of distortion,
cracking or tearing.
2

3M 7500 Series Specifications

General

Product Type	Half Facepiece Respirator
Series	7500 Series
Material	Silicone
Size Options	Small, Medium, Large
Connection Type	Bayonet
Exhalation Valve	Yes
NIOSH Approval	Yes
Adjustable Straps	Yes
Filter Compatibility	3M Filters and Cartridges
Weight	Varies by size
Use	Industrial

Summary

Inspection Procedure

Inspect Facepiece Integrity

Inspect facepiece for cracks, tears, dirt, and distortion, especially the face-seal area.

Check Inhalation Valves

Examine inhalation valves for signs of distortion, cracking, or tearing.

Donning Procedure

Seal Check Procedure

Perform Seal Squeeze

Squeeze filter cartridges between palms/fingers without disturbing respirator position.

Inhale for Seal Confirmation

Inhale gently; mask collapse and no leaks indicate a proper seal.

Rectify Seal Leakage

Reposition respirator or readjust straps to eliminate detected face-seal air leakage.

Doffing Procedure

Remove Contaminated Gear

Doff contaminated PPE and remove contaminated gloves.

Cleaning Procedure

Prepare Cleaning Buckets

Clean Cartridge Plastic

Clean Facepiece

Disinfect and Soak