Clean & Maintain Your Respirator
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It's a good idea to change your filters periodically and wash your respirator monthly. Here are some links to the products shown in the video:
6500QL Respirator - amzn.to/2yAK3cc
7500 Respirator - amzn.to/2yAuMb7
2097 P100 Particular Filters - amzn.to/2yVVs7U
Organic Vapor Cartridges - amzn.to/2yAyZvM
P95 Particulate Pre-Filter - amzn.to/2zC5wjd
3M 7500 Exhalation Valve #7583 - Case of 10 amzn.to/2gvvdxw - Individual - amzn.to/2yAx5uN
3M 7500 Inhalation Valves #7582 - Case of 10 - amzn.to/2zCv3sH
3m 6500 Exhalation Valve #6583 - Case of 10 - amzn.to/2xRFLcY
3M 6500 Inhalation Valves #6893 - Pack of 40 - amzn.to/2gvDSjB - Individual - www.grainger.com/product/3PRG...
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For folks looking for a little more detail with regard to how frequently you need to change your filters, here's a help document from 3M that lays down the facts: multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/447121O/filter-change-out-brochure.pdf
Always blows my mind when I see people doing various trades without using masks. Any particulate matter can be severely damaging over time. Glad you are encouraging people to be safe.
@Buttered Lumps blue dawn (original) is always the best for cleaning ppe.
Can you tell me how to determine the correct size respirator to use
what if the mask is used for stone engraving? can i just clean it with wather and use soap once in a while or do i have to use soap everytime?
Thank you! I can't do any cutting nor drilling and sanding without my respirator! It really makes it easy to breath in front of a dust shooting circular saw! I can't understand why most woodworkers around my city, here in Peru, don't use even a basic respirator.
Great video as ever, Mark! I've had the 3M 7500 mask for 8 months now, and embarrassingly didn't even realise you could disassemble it like this to clean! Am now doing so! Thanks!
I learned this the hard way. If you get sick, clean your respirator before you use it again when you have recovered. I reinfected myself with strep throat. Having it twice in 1 month was brutal.
+Brian Bain oh man!! That’s brutal!
Yeah, not a lot of fun for sure.
One thing you should mention is storage when not in use. It is as important as cleaning. Storage in a large sealed zip lock baggie works great.
+KL7EN mentioned it in my article on my site.
KL7EN , and separate the filters from the mask.
I store mine in a coffee can.
Thats how I store mine as well after giving it a few hours for the moisture to evaporate.
I realized how long it had been since I actually used a finnish on my projects when a reached for my mask and a large spider had made it her home... i just bought a new one and let her have it
I literally just bought a mask last weekend and was wondering the proper way to clean the mask. Thanks for giving much needed info at such an opportune moment
Thanks Matc for presenting this information. I usually wipe mine out because of the condensation inside but didn't think to clean it that thoroughly.
Thanks man. I'm using 7500 for years now and wash it when it gets dirty but I never figured out it can be completely disassembled so easily - live and learn I guess :)
You have some of the best videos on workshop safety. Great series
Great advice for an easy preventative measure... Thanks for sharing!
I immediately went out to the workshop and cleaned my mask after watching this. Thanks for the reminder.
Yeah I still use paper disposables, just haven't had the money to buy better ones yet, but they beat nothing at all I guess -_-
Thank you for this.
I'm just getting started in woodworking and watching beaucoup ("bo-COO"--French for "lots of") videos, and I'll be watching many more of yours.
Nicely done!
It's also good to storage the activated charcoal mask/filters in a sealed bag when not in use. That way the activated charcoal will last much longer.
Excellent tip just remember to make sure its completely dry before storing and a quick alcohol wipe before the bagging helps kill any bacterial growth.👍
Wow, what a great reminder! Thank you Marc!
Great information. I didn’t know they came apart like that. And I like to think that I inspired you to make this video with the question I asked on a Friday live stream. Thank you!
Great info Marc. Respirators are so important for woodworkers to protect our lung health. Thanks.
Very helpful video. It's a simple process, but seeing someone else do it takes away any mystery or confusion.
The one issue that you did not mention is that facial hair can cause not getting a proper seal.
Great video! I enjoy it when people tell me things I wouldn't think of myself.
Thanks for the info Marc! 👍
Very similar to the older military protective mask "mechanics", including the go-no-go seal test using your palm. Great video!!
I’m surprised he didn’t show the 3m wipes 504/07065 that you should use after final use and storage of the mask after each use. My masks go through some use but I found proper cleaning and storage keep them looking very good.
I seem to be allergic to those 3M cleaning wipes. Even after rinsing it away with water whatever chemical is used in those seems to irritate my nose and throat. Then again I'm sensitive to everything.
outstanding video simple and to the point... You definitely are a teacher!
I always spray mine with a light mist of 70% alcohol inside and out, and let it dry.
Keeps it sanitary until I can do a more thorough cleaning (once every few weeks).
I add a drop lavender or peppermint to the wash water and it leaves a nice slight fresh fragrance.
Have not had any deterioration or problems so far and my mask is almost 3 yrs old.
good job. short and to the point. much better than the manual!
Lol... I laughed at the Larry David reference!
Thanks for the video Marc, really well done. The other comments regarding storage in a large Ziplock are very good too,. I wipe the inside of the mask to dry it...
Good video, shamefully owned mine for a long time but never thought about cleaning it!
Great video, and timely now. thanks
Great video, I didn't know I could strip my 7500 down so far.
Great tutorial. Thank you :-)
Thank you for sharing ❤️
I use little rubbing alcohol wipes to give it a wipe down before every use. It helps keep it a little more clean and also helps my face from breaking out.
Thanks for the great video! I recently started working with resin, and that requires a half face mask like the one you showed in your video, so I've been wondering how to clean it when it gets dirty. I'll be using your method in the future!
i had no idea you could disassemble them, though i did not try in fear of breaking them ... I have been cleaning them assembled :(
great tip Marc!
very important info. thanks
Aye man idk if you read these but, I am in University in Greece on a Public Hleath major and our professor shows us some of your videos for maintenance of Cleaning/Disinfecting equipment
Amigo, muchas gracias por tu ayuda.
Me llamo Marcelo Pérez y vivo en Santiago de Chile (Latin-America).
Tengo el respirador 6200 de 3M y con tu ayuda podré limpiarlo y revisarlo para evitar el covid-19.
Maldita pandemia.
Tengo los filtros 2091.
De verdad, muchas gracias por tu vídeo.
Good video! Sadly, I've never thought about cleaning mine
Great tips thanks!
What about the strap part? Would it be the same method or would the soap harm the elasticity or something you think?
Im a painter by trade so the info on cleaning is not new to me but I'm a new wood worker I just put in a small wood shop and need to remember to use the masks for my wood projects as well thanks for the reminder.
Very important info.
Hey good video my only tip is daily I use baby wipe it wipe my mask out and also painting house or something where your getting a lot of stuff in the air use a rubber band and painters rag or some clean cloth and wrap the two filters and discard them when your don't. Did both of these tricks while spraying airbarrels on school and waterproofing and made life a little easier on me.
Hi thank you for your video! My filters don't have writing on them, but one side is smooth and one side is rough looking. Would you please tell me which side faces out?
Thank you for that information great vid.
Great videos. Any tips for storing the masks when not in use to keep them clean. I currently store them in a big zip lock bag but dont close the seal until after they have dried. I sometimes forget and the bag stays open letting dust in. Thanks
super helpful, just cleaned mine
Great video sir !
I work in a rail grinding service and I clean my 6502QL once a week, but recently I have to buy a new one cause I use bleach to clean it and the mask seems not so well after I use it .
Thinks "Good idea!"
Wonders "When was the last time I cleaned my resp... oh dear god..."
Thank you so much while in the workshop health first:-)
When you clean facemasks use a dish soap WITHOUT citrus. It is an acid and will corrode the plastic parts a lot faster. I learned this when cleaning medical respirators
Noticed that storage is a issue the brand I have you can buy a case for it it's great. Weekly I take a alcohol swab to the in face mask to get any dust out of the crevices not sure but I haven't noticed any reaction with the material it's just quick easy but than I'll give it a major clean every couple of months.
Were do you buy those replacement gaskets for inside the mask? And if i dont have them in there is that bad?
Hi by any chance you have a video on how to clean Honeywell® RU65001 Full Face piece Respirator? Thank you!
Thanks for the advice Marc, I have been replacing the whole respirator before. What was the spray you used after taking the things out of the water?
+Willmore's World Of Wood just water
The Wood Whisperer ok, thought it may have been, thanks
Do you remove the vales when using? I just bought a 3m 7500 series and had a very hard time breathing today. I have those massive white filters like yours and are brand new. Was just breathing very heavy and thought you remove those valves now.
i bought a 3m 7800 respirator on ebay, the dude guy cleaned it with fabuloso, which give me a migraine with in seconds (check the amazon reviews). can you think of any cleaner i can use? i've tried simple green bath for a few days, a bleach bath for a few days and leaving it out in the sun for a week. it still smells about the same. its basically cursed. i was thinking of trying xylene next, bad idea?
Thanks
Great videos mark! I just subscribed, nearly half a million! I'm a novice Carpenter. I never use masks and don't have any dust collection whatsoever, mind you I mostly use hand planes,files, rasps, mostly shavings not dust is left. I use hand tools so I don't worry about it. My question is should I?
No doubt you don't need to worry as much as someone like me. But there will definitely be dust in the air and how much is something that would need to be measured. I actually have a little particle meter that tells me pretty quickly when I'm putting stuff in the air. Might be worth the investment to find out. That said, most hand tool woodworkers do not worry about breathing protection while working.
I just decon every use, is that fine?
Just bought the respirator! Thanks for encouringing us to that. I love. But its chinese and the exhale valve sometimes leaks a bit of air. Anyways i aint a plutonium miner sooo...
Marc do you have a preference on the 3M masks? The Quick Release feature of the 6500 looks to be a nice feature but I hear the 7500 is supposed to be so very comfortable etc.... so I wonder if you have to sacrifice some comfort / seal-ability / features of the 7500 if one opts to go with the 6500?
I do prefer the 6500. Just as comfortable as the 7500.
What BRANDS are recommended by the manufacturer that can be use for the 3M? Dishwasher? I need my crew to properly clean their respirator and not sure what brands to use. I Googled and it says a " neutral soap " .
Thanks for the information, Marc!! I followed your link to the 7500 mask. I read the information. However, I'm still not sure what size to order. I'm about 5'9", 173 pounds, fairly thin face, like your own. May I ask what size you are using?
I wear a Large.
The Wood Whisperer Really? Thank you! Glad you wrote back so quickly. I was about to place my order for a medium!! Thanks again, Marc!
Can we clean vapor cartridges?
"Bottle Brush" Nahhh bud, That Was a Toilet Brush. But Solid Info, years later. Perfect timing for my recent purchase.
hi, I have the 6500 series and wear it all the time but I'm finding after using a router or sometimes sanding my nose or sometimes throat hurts and wondering if i'm doing something wrong and getting nervous now. I'm even doing it in my garage with the door open so partially outdoors. I love doing the woodworking that I've taken up past few years but not at the risk of my health so trying to figure out if I need a better mask or what is causing this. I have done the test you showed and seems to be fitting correctly so was wondering if this mask is good but i'm seeing a lot of woodworkers using this one. I've cleaned it before but not this detailed so will give this a go. Any other suggestions I'd greatly greatly appreciate as I don't want my health to be affected doing something I enjoy so much!
If you have a good seal and you’re using good particulate filters you should be good to go. I know it’s kinda gross but are you actually getting dust boogers in your nose? If using something like walnut, are you finding dark wood colored stuff coming out when you blow your nose? If not, I would again think you’re breathing clean air. Another simple test is smell. Do you actually smell the wood when you’re sanding or cutting? If not, chances are you’re good. There is also the possibility of having a mild allergic reaction….but I’m no doctor. 🤓 Hope that helps.
I have been noticing if I do not clean it makes me 😷🤢.Thank you.
Store the activated charcoal cartridge filter masks in a zip lock bag when not in use. It will keep the activated charcoal from absorbing contaminants when not in use. Dan
Why not take the whole thing apart prior to washing?
Thx for the video. There's a polemic about which cartridge you should wear for the best woodworker protection. Some say yellow ones as it filters most of known paint and varnish solvents. Some says the black ones are better because it filters formaldehyde too which is useful if you use MDF, plywood, OSB or particle boards. What is your wise opinion about that?
The only time I felt I needed something other than the black cartridge was when I was doing ammonia fuming. For 99% of woodworkers out there, an organic filter and a particulate filter will be all you'll need.
That's what I wanted to hear: a clear answer. Thank you.
So dawn blue soap would be ok?
What do you think about 3M Versaflo system? Is it better than a regular respirator?
Never used it before. But it's probably more comfortable for long-term use as well as being appropriate for guys with beards.
My cat pissed in mine once. Hate that cat.
Dogs > Cats
...just sayin.
Gerald Brooks Lmao
Brian Benham yea think you opened my eyes. I hate cats love dogs. Context is the key. You sir are a wise man.
Thanks for sharing that! Cheered me up on a crap day at work!
Ian Hunter glad my pain brought joy to someone.
How often do you need to do this?
You don’t need to also disinfect them after cleaning in a chlorine solution?
You can also use 70 percent isopropyl alcohol to clean/disenfect the mask. We do this for pilots masks in the air force. Just soak a paper towel or use a disposable towellette style and wipe out the faceform.
Where can I get new valves mine broke
Will this remove the rubber smell?
I think the manual on these respirators say to replace the filter every month (or more often depending on use) I’m just a hobbyist and I don’t spend that much time so I Replace every 2 months.
I am naturally hesitant to believe manufacturers' recommendations on consumable products. Especially with a safety product, I'm guessing they're covering their butts for worst case scenarios.
Or they want you to buy more of their stuff. "Lather, rinse, repeat" came about because people didn't buy shampoo fast enough.
The Wood Whisperer that’s a very good point, I’m sure they are overly cautious.
Thanks for another video, it’s because of your respirator video years ago that I wear one pretty the entire time I’m in the shop.
Colorado!!!
Very good informative insightful video.
Does anyone know what type of
Chemical to make a cleaning wipe
With soaking Baby Wipes like Hydrogen Peroxide, White Vinegar etc. I've herd that using Rubbing Alcohol will wear down the Silacone masks and should be avoided.
Fyi vinegar doesnt kill viruses. It does not destroy the envelope of the virus.
According to 3M's cleaning advice, remove filters/cardridges, clean the mask with water not exceeding 49°C or 120°F, optionally with some mild detergent (not containing lanolin or any other oils), most dishwashing soap contain some oils (like parfums and stuff to make it easier to the hands), so be wary of that, after properly cleaning the mask and making sure All dirt and detergent are rinsed away (otherwise disinfection may not work), disinfect using a solution of quaternary ammonium disinfectant or sodium hypochlorite (Is very common in bleach at around 6%) for at least 1 or 2 minutes by spraying or bathing, afterward rinse througly with warm water, again not exceeding 50°C or 120°F, then leave it to dry in a Clean area.
To get a good disinfection solution, 3M recommends concentrations of 5000PPM, which can be gotten by taking bleach containing 6% sodium hypoclorite and water at a 1:10 ratio, or otherwise 250ml bleach and 2350ml water bath solution, or 30ml bleach and 270ml water, to spray on the mask.
Note though, 5000PPM concentration is very dangerous, as it can cause serious respiratory health problems, even more in a not well ventilated room, so be very very very careful, i recommend wearing a gasmask with chlorine filter (P3 or N99 are particulate filters and will do no good).
Also note that you must never mix bleach with other chemicals, otherwise toxic gasses might be created.
Also bleach is corrosive to your skin and eyes, face, lungs and your everything so wear protection.
Also note some budget bleach may have a lower concentration of sodium hypochlorite or none at all.
References:
multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/735976O/disinfection-with-bleach-tech-talk.pdf
multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/1793959O/cleaning-and-disinfecting-3m-reusable-respirators-following-potential-exposure-to-coronaviruses.pdf
Becareful of using alcohol (for example isopropyl at 70%) as it degrade the mask until it won't properly seal, after which the mask becomes too risky to use.
One wipe of 70% isopropyl won't do a lot of harm, but many wipes over time might.
If you must, make sure the surface is clean, because dirt will weaken alcohol effectiveness, and have a contact time of at least 1 minute, that is if you are using it to actually kill viruses instead of just a quick wipe, just to feel happy.
The outside plastic casing of cardridge filters can be cleaned with 70% isopropyl, just make sure it does not get on the filter inside, or you'l ruin it.
About the vinegar, yes that stuff won't help you much, however it's excellent for cleaning the dishes or surfaces (combined with hot water and soap), though vinegar can ruin specific materials and surfaces (so read up), vinegar is a disinfectant and can kill Some germs and viruses, however it is not a virucide and Will Not work for killing SARS-CoV-2.
For a list of disinfectants recommended by EPA, refer here:
www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/list-n-disinfectants-use-against-sars-cov-2
Remember to follow disinfection instructions, otherwise disinfection might not be effective and you out yourself at risk from false sense of safety.
Btw, 3M has a training video detailing how to use 7500 masks:
ua-cam.com/video/mlWyMPFwEI8/v-deo.html
When storing the clean mask, you may use the clean zip lock that came with the mask, but otherwise i recommend a clean paper bag, as plastic traps air and water and may create a environment that helps bacterial growth compared to breathable paper, but try not reuse the paper bags.
...i was bored, hope i helped you :).
What do you think of a powered full face respirator? I have seen many different styles. Ones that are almost a full helmet to ones with owered unit that only cover nose and mouth.
+JronmanBuilds probably the best solution out there if u don’t mind wearing it.
Do you know if they are more comfortable than something like what you have? I find after extended use the ones I have used will cause nose soreness. I have used 3m style in the 2 you have and currently own an RZ mask and all 3 kinds caused nose soreness.
+JronmanBuilds never used one. But if there’s nothing on the bridge of tour nose I’d have to imagine it’s a lot more comfortable.
Yeah I have the 7500 series and a 6000 series full face mask. Too bad during the pandemic I can't also get one of the powered ones.
Don't use your toilet bowl cleaner 😆
Are the Inhalation Valves not washable?
I wonder if they are reclaimed hard cups out of jock straps? I guess that would be upcycled?
Depending on size they could be "down" cycled lol
Ha!
thankyou for the video, everything else is coronavirus masks, I just need to clean mine out for woodworking
The biggest problems I have with my respirator is 1) It holds my safety glasses away from the bottom of my face so I still get small dust specks in my eyes and 2) When the humidity is high drooling out the bottom vent. (I have the one with the pink cartridges.)
Good info. My company has been at work on a powered respirator. Our aim is a PAPR that's more accessible to the hobbyist/maker crowd. When we have certification, would you be willing to give it a try to compare? Its called MicroClimate Air3.
What will your next video about
It also helps if you shave first, you'll get a better seal.
It hurts my nose inside , anyone have an idea on what to put as a soft fabric?
Can I use cold water
Heat causes the warping as plastic dries.
Do I nees to wash a new mask?
are these type of masks any better at sealing around your nose than cheaper paper/fabric masks ? i tried pretty much all of them and they all allow my breath to get out past my nose and fog up my glasses, it's like nobody ever thinks of people with glasses when making these.
I presume these rubber ones would be better but they are really rare and really expensive.
+Joe G.P. Yes they are much better at sealing
I'm sure you know now. But the 3m 7500 respirator has a downward exhaust. Exhaling won't fog your glasses. Wood whisperer mentioned it in a video like 10 years ago. But I seen it like two days ago.
How do you wear one of those things with glasses?
Its designed to seal at the bridge of your nose to allow for glasses or goggles if it dosen't fit properly with glasses you may want to switch to a smaller size mask and for proper fit testing you should consult your doctor if your using it for fine finishing or painting not so much for particles.
Would you recommend using a small amount of bleach for cleaning and to disinfect the mask? Thanks enjoy your channel.
+Patrick W no. Soap and water work just fine. I see no reason to use harsh chemicals.
@@woodwhisperer Thanks for that clarification. I was also told that diluted bleach should be used, but I definitely don't want to ruin the materials used in the mask. I made the mistake of using really hot water once and it seemed to immediately degrade the rubber.
I know I should wear one but I always have issues with my eye protection fogging. Plus it’s harder to hold my cigar in my mouth when I’m working. Lol
Friend with the cigar I can not help you but the glasses I use that works very well with the mask 7500 is the 3M Fahrenheit, sorry the translator