The 3M Worktunes is the perfect headset for landscapers and manufacturing facilities delivering music and phone calls, making the workday a little more enjoyable.
Whether you’re having trouble connecting Worktunes to Bluetooth or learning more about your headset, here are some commonly asked questions and answers to the 3M Peltor Worktunes digital hearing protector headset.
Before we start,
According to users, the Worktunes headset lasts around 3-5 years. If you are experiencing any issues that aren't resolved here, here are a few options.
- Check if the headset still covered under the 3M 1-year manufacturing defect warranty. Proof of purchase or seriel number may be required to determine if its under warranty.
- If its more than a few years old, you might consider purchasing a new one. First Source Wireless offers Worktunes headsets, shop now.
If your headset is covered under warranty, please reach out to 3M Peltor Technical Support at (800)-665-2942 or reach out to where you purchased the headset from.
- Are 3M Worktunes OSHA Approved?
- Is 3M Worktunes good for shooting?
- How do I make my 3M Worktunes discoverable and connect to my iPhone?
- How do I charge my headset? Battery Life?
- What is the NRR Rating of the 3M Worktunes?
- How to use the AM FM Selector
- How do you use the Worktunes Bass Boost feature?
- How should I properly wear this headset?
- Is this headset waterproof?
- Can I listen to the radio and Bluetooth at the same time?
- How long is the 3M warranty?
- Where Can I Find the Worktunes Wireless Manual?
- How do I Troubleshoot and Reset My Headset?
- How do I answer a call?
Are 3M Worktunes OSHA approved?
This headset meets ANSI S3.19 – 1974 and will provide an NRR of 25. Worktunes is equipped with a decibel limiter the reduces sound exposure to the ear to 82 decibels to protect your hearing. Music and other features are listened to at a safe sound level.
Are 3M Worktunes Good for Shooting?
While the headset can be used for shooting, it was originally designed for landscapers, mowing, and entertainment purposes. The 3M Worktunes hearing protector is lightweight and comfortable. Other options from 3M for shooting are the Litecom, CH-3, and Comtac headsets.
How Do I Make My 3M Worktunes Discoverable and Connect to My iPhone?
- Turn on your Worktunes headset, press the control button found on the left ear cup two times. Voice assistant will let you know once you are in Bluetooth pairing mode.
- Once in Bluetooth pairing mode, your phone Bluetooth list should display Worktunes Connect. Tap that name when displayed.
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 Android Bluetooth List
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- Voice Assistant will say "Bluetooth Connected" when successful and you're ready to use!
Bluetooth range is about 25 feet but can vary depending on device.
Note: 5 minutes after the Bluetooth or audio input is disconnected, the hearing protector will automatically power down. To turn back on, hold ON/OFF button for 3 seconds.
How do I Charge 3M Worktunes? What's the Battery Life?
Worktunes can be charged with a micro-USB connector cable. The port can be found on the bottom of the right cup. The LED light will blick blue while charging and a solid blue when complete. 3M claims you can expect a battery life of around 8 hours and the charge will hold well.
This headset can also use 2 AA batteries or a Li-Ion rechargeable battery (sold separately). Never replace batteries while the headset is powered on.
Voice assistant will let you know how much battery your headset has left by saying "Battery High" "Battery Medium" "Battery Low" and "Battery Empty"
The low battery warning will sound every 20 minutes when battery voltage is low. Battery empty will shut the headset off, charge at this time.
What is the NRR of 3M Worktunes?
The NRR (Noise Reduction Rating) for the 3M Worktunes headset is 24 dB.
How to Use the AM/FM Selector Button?
- Press the AM/FM Button
- Release the AM/FM Button to select the AM
- Press the AM/FM Button again to select the FM
How do you use Worktunes Bass Boost?
Press and hold the AM/FM Button until you hear “Bass Boost 2”
Press and hold the AM/FM Button until you hear “Bass Boost OFF”
Press and hold the AM/FM Button again until you hear “Bass Boost 1”
How to Properly Wear Worktunes Headset?
- Ensure your headset band rests on the top (crown) of your head
- Make sure the ear cups are fit snug and are fully enclosed over your ears.
- Move anything away that interferes with ear cushion seals, like hair and eyewear.
Is the Worktunes headset waterproof?
No this is not considered waterproof due to its plastic design. This headset is proven to work under normal conditions with minimal interaction with water.
We do not suggest using in a pool but for use around a hose or pressure washer should be ok. Dry off excess water when done.
Can I listen to the AM FM radio and Bluetooth at the same time?
No, the Bluetooth function and radio function are separate and cannot be used at the same time.
How long is the 3M headset warranty?
One year from date of purchase of headset.
Where can I find the Worktunes Manual?
Here is the Worktunes manual. This manual also shows you how to work the headset.
How do I troubleshoot and reset my 3M Worktunes?
- Powered off your 3M Worktunes headset
- Long press the control button for 10 seconds. Do not release. You will hear Voice Assistant say “Power On, Battery High, Busy Tone, Power off”
- You can now release the control button.
- You’re Worktunes Connect is now reset.
How do I answer Phone Calls on the Worktunes Headset?
To answer a call, press the control button once. To reject a call, press and hold the control button. To end the call, press the control button once.
Hopefully, this has helped answer some of your questions involving the 3M Peltor Worktunes headset. Bookmark and save this article to come back for more troubleshooting with your headset.
Have any further questions on this headset that we did not cover? Comment below and we will respond with the best answer.
First Source Wireless is a dealer of 3M Peltor communication headsets and accessories, delivering the 3M Worktunes Headset. Since 2003, First Source Wireless provides optimal wireless solutions to public safety and law enforcement worldwide. Contact us today if you’re interested in purchasing any 3M Peltor headsets.
31 comments
First Source Wireless
In Reply to Dan Omlor – Make sure you power the headset off completely when not in use. The headset is designed to conserve power and auto shut off after 4 hours.
When you turn the headset on after not being in use does it have an alert tone saying “low battery”?
Dan Omlor
My Worktunes headset works just fine but it drains the batteries when not in use. I put a new pair of batteries in, use the headset at a college football game for 3-4 hours with no problem, but then if I leave the batteries in the next time I go to use it they’re dead. Even if I put a new pair of batteries in and leave it unused overnight they’re dead. So what is draining the batteries and how do I stop it?
bob kiehlmeier
i have 2 very old but new peltor type hrx52a units. one i use now works fine, the other i used once put it on the shelf and forgot to shut it off. replaced batteries and nothing on either am/fm or on/off/volume. called 3m but no one was familiar with this old unit or how it works. any help is greatly appreciated, thank you, bob
Denise
Headset notified battery low and shut down. Put in new AA batteries, same issue. Tried this with 3 separate sets of batteries from three different packages. The first 2x thought it was the new batteries past their prime, but after buying the third package and getting the same result after 3 minutes of actual play time, the problem is the headset. Any ideas of how to fix this?
Shane
My worktunes are saying battery is empty put I put in brand new batteries
Jeff Kuiper
All functions on my Work tunes have worked great! At some point, I had to replace the batteries. I don’t know if it started then, but now it won’t receive one of my favorite AM stations. It receives station either above or below it. It seems to skip over the station that I always listened to. It is a local station so reception shouldn’t be an issue. Is there a reset or someway I can add the station I am trying to receive?
Thank you!
David Scott
My work tune headphones are about a year old and worked fine with my iphone. Recently the volume has been dropping even though on max on the iphone.Now, after recharging the headphone battery it still connects via bluetooth but there is no sound. I have tried the reset procedure but it does not complete.
Dell Delong
I am trying to connect my 3m worktunes headphones to a computer without bluetooth. I have tried one usb bluetooth adaptor but would not pair. Is there a usb adaptor brand that will work?
Laura
I am wondering, is it possible to connect 2 3M worktunes headphones via bluetooth to an iphone? Or would I have to buy a connection that would allow 2 headsets to listen?
Jeff
My headset won’t connect with my new phone?
Cliff
I have two worktune headsets. The are about two years old. The tuner is not on the station. Example radio station is suppose to be 1110 but when tuning to station it adjust from 1107 to 1116 and bypasses the actual frequency of 1110.
First Source Wireless
Ellen, It could be as simple as resetting the Bluetooth. Have you tried “forgetting” or unpairing the device in your Bluetooth list on your phone? And then following the steps in How Do I Make My 3M Worktunes Discoverable and Connect to My iPhone section to reconnect the Bluetooth? I hope this helps.
Ellen Roberts
When I purchased my 3M work tunes they connected to my Bluetooth with no problem. For some reason I can no longer get them to connect and I don’t know why. Please help
First Source Wireless
Brad, Unfortunately, I do not think 3M offers any sort of replacement for the cover.
Brad Ross
I have lost the cover for my battery compartment. Is there any way for me to get a replacement?
First Source Wireless
Response to Alyssa:
I am not sure what “small hole button” you have on your headset is used for. 3M showed a different way of resetting the headset than that button. Second, I believe you can pair the headset to multiple devices. The device will automatically connect to your headset the next time you power on. Just be sure it is in Bluetooth pairing mode and turned on.
Alyssa
Hey couple questions, #1 what’s the small hole button used for ? I thought to reset but this article says differently.. maybe I have a different model or something??
can multiple devices pair with the headphones? Not at the same time obviously, but would one device have to "forget’ them in order for a different device to pair with them or would you have to “reset” them in order for them to pair with a different device?Janet Shumka
Just purchased 3m Worktunes connect + AM/FM hearing protection earmuffs. How can I set the am frequency to be the default. By this I mean, the AM station will be the first thing I hear when I turn it on.
I want to turn on to the same station I was on when I turned it off. Need your help.
Thanks
Janet
Dave
My headphones have gone realty quite to the point I can not hear them has anyone else had this problem and if so is their away to rectify it
Brian Schultz
Hello,
I have a 3M 90543-4DC Hearing Protector – Black and the blue light does not show when I am charging the unit. I have had the device for about a year now. It does charge to “medium” and not high. What should I do?
Thank you
Brian
Jordann Moody
My head set is a month out of warranty and now the music is very quiet and only playing from one side. Is there anything I can do to fix it?
First Source Wireless
Is the headset still powering on you’re just not hearing any sound coming from the headset after you reset it like when the voice assistant saying its commands? Have you tried to charge the headset with the USB charger/port? Those would be my first recommendation to trying to fix this headset. Sorry you are experiencing this! If its still under warranty, maybe give 3M a call to see if they have any further troubleshooting steps.
Mick Warren
Fearing that I may have wrecked my 3M WorkTunes by replacing batteries without having power turned off, I’ve purchased a second unit. Fresh batteries are installed (with power off), but cannot get any sound of any kind. What’s going on? Tried to reset using your instructions from above & still nothing.
I’ve owned older models of these and they always worked great. This current model, not so much.
First Source Wirless
Jeffery, the volume on the worktunes headset is controlled by your device (phone) like you had mentioned. Since this is technically a hearing protection headset, 3M mentioned to prevent harmful noise levels, the hearing protector audio level is limited to 82 dB(A) when connected to a Personal Music Player (PMP). If the hearing protector is connected to a PMP or other device with a very high output level, it is the user’s responsibility to set the audio input level to a safe level. The maximum permitted audio input level for 8 hours of usage time, compressed speech and music is 2.12 V.
Jeffrey
I was wondering if there was volume control on this headset. Right now I can barely hear it although phone volume is high. ?
Dennis Gauntt
After charging my headphones the blue light stays lit all the time likes it’s fully charged, but when I push and hold the power button to turn on nothing happens. Tried 10 sec. to reset and still nothing.
Filipe Marques
I’ve got the same issue as Philip Wilson. Suddenly doesn’t charge anymore. Warranty has expired. Before was working perfectly. Idk what to do.
First Source Wireless
Philip Wilson, If your headset is still under warranty, try contacting where you purchased the headset from or 3M to see about steps on getting the headset replaced. If it is not in warranty, I would see if their technical department could help you with any solution they might have. You can also check to see any obstruction in the charging port or battery port. Hope you get this resolved soon.
Philip Wilson
My headphones don’t seem to charge anymore. I’ve tried multiple cables and charge blocks and verified they work with other products but I can’t get the battery to charge. In looking at reviews it looks like this is a common problem. Is there any fix for this?
First Source Wireless
Richard, I would try to remove/unadd the Bluetooth connection from your phone, put the headset in pairing mode again, and see if you are able to connect that way. If that does not work, maybe reset your headset. I’m not sure this will 100% work and it’s not guaranteed but it may be worth a try. Best of luck.
Richard Linder
My work tune head phones worked great till now. The blue tooth won’t come on and my ph can’t pick it up. Is it something I have done? What can I do to use them again?