3M 8835 DATA SHEET
8835 Respirator
Data Sheet
Main Features
The 3M 8835* respirator has exceptional comfort because of
an advanced soft facepiece sealing ring which provides a good
fit over a wide range of face sizes; a large surface area
providing maximum filtration but minimising the build-up of
hot air inside the facepiece; an exhalation valve to reduce
moisture build-up in certain work conditions; and 4-point
adjustable straps and adjustable nose clip to ensure a
comfortable and properly sealed fit.
* The 3M 8835 is available in two sizes: small / medium and
medium / large.
Applications
• Pharmaceuticals • Chemical Processing
• Battery Manufacturing • Construction
• Ship Building • Iron and Steel Foundries
• Ship Repairing • Welding and Soldering
Approvals
• The 3M 8835 has been shown to meet the Basic Safety
Requirements under Article 10 and 11B of the European
Community Directive 89/686.
• An EC-type examination certificate No. 93 1026 is in force
issued by the Berufsgenossen-schaftliches Institut fur
Arbeitssicherheit and the product is produced at a
manufacturing location certified to ISO9002 by the
British Standards Institute.
• 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 - Polyisoprene/Cotton fibre
• Nose-clip - Steel
• Filter - Polypropylene
• Nose foam - Polyurethane
• Face seal - PVC
• Valve - Polypropylene
Weight: 35 g
Standards
The product has been tested to the NEW European Norm
EN149: 2001 and has met the requirements of category
FFP3D in this standard.
The main performance tests in this standard are:
• Filter Penetration
• Total Inward Leakage
• Flammability
• Breathing Resistance
• Performance
It offers an Assigned Protection Factor of 20* (Nominal
Protection Factor of 50); i.e., it can be used in atmospheres
containing up to 20 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 or
breathing resistance becomes excessive.
• Never alter or modify this device.
• Cleaning and disinfection. If the 8835 is to be used for more
than one shift it should be cleaned at the end of each shift
and stored between shifts in a sealed container or bag.
To clean the 8835, the 3M face seal cleaner 105 should be
used to wipe the face seal gasket of the product.
8835 Respirator
Fitting Instructions
1. Thread top elastic strap
through top buckles. Repeat
for bottom strap and buckles.
Place the bottom elastic strap
around the head just below the
ears. Untwist the strap.
3. Adjust tension by pulling
tabs of each strap, as shown.
2. Place the top elastic
strap around the head,
above the ears. Untwist
the strap.
4. Using both hands,
mould metal nosepiece
comfortably to shape of
nose.
5. Strap tension may be
decreased without removing
respirator from the head by
pushing out on the back of the
buckles. If you cannot achieve
a proper fit do not enter
contaminated area. See your
Supervisor.
Note - do not use with beards or other facial
hair that may inhibit contact between the face
and the edge of the respirator.
Occupational Health and Environmental Safety Group
3M United Kingdom PLC
3M House, PO Box 1,
Market Place, Bracknell,
Berkshire RG12 1JU
3M Ireland
3M House, Adelphi Centre, Upper Georges St.
Dun Laoghaire
Co. Dublin, Ireland
6. The seal of the respirator
on the face should be fitchecked 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 the respirator.
b) Inhale sharply.
A negative pressure should
be felt inside 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.
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 & Safety legislation, or for more detailed
product information, please contact the 3M Health & Safety
Helpline on: 0870 60 800 60.
Within the Republic of Ireland: 1 800 320500
02/2001 CH 28
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