TELWIN 955099 Welding Helmet Instruction Manual

Welding Helmet
Cod.955099
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

EXPLANATION OF DANGER, MANDATORY AND PROHIBITION SIGNS.

| ANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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| DANGER OF WELDING FUMES
| DANGER OF EXPLOSION
| WEARING PROTECTIVE CLOTHING IS COMPULSORY
| WEARING PROTECTIVE GLOVES IS COMPULSORY
| DANGER OF ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION FROM WELDING
| DANGER OF FIRE
| DANGER OF BURNS
| DANGER OF STRONG MAGNETIC FIELD
| DANGER OF NON-IONISING RADIATION
| GENERAL HAZARD
| WEARING A PROTECTIVE MASK IS COMPULSORY
| USERS OF VITAL ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS MUST NEVER USE THE MACHINE
| PEOPLE WITH METAL PROSTHESES ARE NOT ALLOWED TO USE THE MACHINE
****| Symbol indicating separation of electrical and electronic appliances for refuse collection. The user is not allowed to dispose of these appliances as solid, mixed urban refuse, and must do it through authorised refuse collection centres.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND MAINTENANCE
ATTENTION! READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE WELDING HELMET!

WARRANTY AND CONFORMITY WITH STANDARDS
WELDING HELMETS WITH AUTOMATIC DARKENING FILTER.
NB: In the text that follows, the term “helmet” and “filter” will be used.

GENERAL SAFETY FOR HELMET USE AND PROFESSIONAL AND INDUSTRIAL USE

The operator must be sufficiently trained on safe use of the welding machine and informed on the risks relating to arc welding procedures, the relevant safety measures and the emergency procedures.

• During welding, luminous radiation emitted by the electric arc can damage eyes and burn skin; furthermore, welding produces sparks and drops of molten metal can be projected in all directions. It is therefore necessary to use the safety helmet to avoid physical injury, which may even be serious.

• Avoid the welding helmet catching fire, for any reason, as the fumes produced are harmful to eyes and, if inhaled, for the body.

• The material composing the complete helmet is free of hazardous substances and does not present any risk for man or the environment.

• Regularly check the condition of the helmet and the filter:
  – Before each use, check correct positioning and fastening of the filter and the protective plates which must be exactly in the space described.
  – Keep the helmet far from flames.
  – The helmet must not be too close to the welding area.
  – In prolonged welding, every now and then check the helmet for any deformations or wear.
  – For particularly sensitive people, the materials that come in contact with the skin could cause allergic reactions.

• This automatic darkening helmet is only certified to protect the face and eyes from harmful ultraviolet and infra-red radiation, from sparks and welding sprays; it is not suitable for laser welding and oxy-acetylene welding and cutting or to protect the face from explosions or corrosive liquids.

• Only replace helmet parts with others specified in this manual. Non-compliance with this regulation can expose the operator to health risks.

• If the helmet does not darken or presents functionality problems, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING chapter; if the problem persists, immediately stop using the helmet and contact your supervisor or distributor.

• Do not immerse the filter in water or other liquids; do not use solvents to clean the filter or the protective plates.

• Use the helmet only at temperatures: -5°C (+23°F) ÷ +55°C (+131°F).

• Store the helmet only at temperatures: -20°C (-4°F) ÷ +65°C (+149°F).

• Protect the filter and the protective plates from contact with liquids and dirt.

• Do not open the filter container.

• Never use the helmet without the internal or external transparent protective plates of the filter.

• Check compatibility of the protective plates of the filter and the helmet: both should be marked with the same impact resistance symbol against high speed particles, in this case F. If the marking symbols are not common to both, the protective plates of the filter and the helmet, then the lowest protection level of the helmet-filter assembly should be used.

• The eye protection against high speed particles worn over standard glasses can produce impact, thereby creating hazards for those who wear them.

• Do not use spare parts other than original TELWIN parts.
  Unauthorised modifications and replacement with non-original parts will void the warranty and expose the operator to the risk of personal injury.

• Remember to use the helmet, the automatic darkening filter and the relevant protective plates for a maximum of 2 years. The duration of these items depends on various factors such as the frequency of their use, cleaning, storage and maintenance. You are advised to frequently inspect and replace if damaged.

PRECAUTIONS
To protect the user’s safety and ensure the welding automatic darkening filter works properly, read these instructions carefully and consult a qualified instructor or supervisor before starting work.

• These filters and protection plates can be used in all welding processes, with the exception of oxy-acetylene welding and laser welding.
• The light protection plate in standard polycarbonate must be applied on both sides of the filters.
• Non-use of the protection plates can be hazardous for safety or cause irreparable damage to the automatic darkening filter.
• Use is planned of the helmet in the “GRIND” position (where present) exclusively for grinding.

INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The “SUN20” model helmet is composed of a filter SUN20B; furthermore, it is composed of transparent external and internal front guards.
The helmet was designed to guarantee correct eye protection during welding, as well as providing the maximum performance both in facilitated assembly and the convenience and quality of use: it guarantees permanent protection against UV and IR radiation and sparks generated during the arc welding process.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

3.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE SUN20B FILTER

– Overall measurements: 170x100x30mm
– Filter protection plates: front 280×122.5mm, internal 106x70mm
– Visual area: 100x65mm
– Luminous state: gradation 4 DIN
– Dark state: variable gradation 4-8 / 9-13 DIN
– Switching time: < 0.0002 s
– Delay from dark state to luminous: 0.2 – 0.6 s with control knob
– Switch on/switch off: automatic
– Light sensors: 4 sensors
– Power supply: lithium-solar cell combination
– Operating temperature: -5°C (+23°F) +55°C (+131°F)
– Preservation temperature: -20°C (-4°F) +65°C (+149°F)
– Structure: plastic

3.2 MARKING
3.2.1 MARKING ON FILTER
The relevant marking on the SUN20B model filter is found in the adjustment area and is composed of a series of symbols with the following meanings:
4 / 4 – 8 / 9 – 13 ART 1 / 1 / 1 / 1 / 379 CE

379
CE marking| CE

3.2.2 MARKING ON HELMET
The marking found on the lower front internal section of “SUN20” helmet is composed of a series of symbols with the following meanings:
ART 175 F CE

175
mechanical strength: impact at low energy| F
CE marking| CE

3.2.3 MARKING ON TRANSPARENT EXTERNAL GUARD
The marking on the transparent external guard is composed of a series of symbols with the following meanings:
ART B CE

3.2.4 MARKING ON TRANSPARENT INTERNAL GUARD
The marking on the transparent internal guard is composed of a series of symbols with the following meanings:
ART F CE

ATTENTION: If the protection letter against high speed particles marked on the helmet and on the protection plates is not followed by the letter T, then an eye shield should be used against the high speed particles only at ambient temperature.

DESCRIPTION

4.1 HELMET AND MAIN COMPONENTS ASSEMBLY (Fig. A)
Description of the components and their positioning:

1. Helmet Body;

2. Auto Darkening Filter;

3. “Shade” / “Sensitivity” Adjustment Combination;
   (3-a) “Shade” adjustment knob;
   (3-b) “Mode” selector;
   (3-c) “Delay” selector;
   (3-d) “Sensitivity” adjustment knob;

4. Transparent External Protection;

5. Transparent Internal Protection;

6. Front Fabric Strap;

7. Upper Strap;

8. Front Strap;

9. Rear Strap;

10. Rear Strap Adjustment;

11. Right And Left Band;

12. Right And Left Tilting Angle Adjustment;

13. Fastening Screws x 2 For Strap;

14. Right And Left Rack;

15. Knobs of Strap x 2.

4.2 HELMET ADJUSTMENTS (Fig. B)
4.2.1 Adjustment of the perimeter strap (Fig. B-1)
The helmet must be adjusted to efficiently protect the eyes and face during welding.
The position of the front and rear strap can be manually adjusted to perfectly adapt to head size.
Turn the knob (in some models, the knob must be pressed to turn it) to adapt the head strap.
4.2.2 Adjustment of the perimeter strip height (Fig. B-2)
The height can be adjusted to position the strap just over the eyebrows: tighten or loosen the two graduated belts placed on the upper part of the head.
4.2.3 Adjustment of the distance between the face and filter (Fig. B-3)
Loosen the external knobs and slide forward or back until you obtain the desired position, then tighten again.
4.2.4 Adjustment of inclination (Fig. B-4)
Ideal tilting of the helmet is where the eyes are perpendicular to the surface of the filter.
To adjust the visualisation angle, loosen the knobs on both sides of the helmet and set the desired tilting of the helmet. If it is not possible to obtain the desired tilting, press the side buttons and move the cursors simultaneously so that the helmet goes beyond limitation of the preset angle.

ASSEMBLY

Assemble as in the drawing (FIG. A).
Insert 1 battery type CR2450 in the filter before using the helmet.

USE

The helmet must always and only be used to protect the face and eyes during welding.
The helmet and therefore the zone of the visual filter glass must be kept, during welding, as near as possible to the eyes to protect them from luminous radiation and any drops of molten metal.
Before starting the welding process, check the filter, the external and internal guards are correctly positioned.
Position the “MODE” selector (FIG. A − 3-b) in position “4-8” or “9-13” which refers to the range of the luminous gradation scale.
Set the “Shade” luminous gradation scale by turning the knob (FIG. A − 3-a) according to the current and welding procedure.
Table 1 gives the recommended “shade” luminous gradation numbers for using an electric arc welding machine to carry out common jobs and the different welding current intensity levels. Check the intensity of the current and the welding procedure are suitable for the luminous gradation of filter protection.
Adjust the “Sensitivity” (FIG. A − 3-d) according to the luminous intensity of the welding arc.
Select the “Delay” (FIG. A − 3-c) to set the delay time for passage from the dark state to light state, after interrupting the arc and based on piece luminosity.
Before use, press the “TEST” key inside the filter and check the red led switches on and that the filter darkens: on the contrary, replace the battery.
Before you start welding, run a darkening test of the filter pressing the “TEST” key (if present) or with an intense light source. If the filter does not darken, do not start  welding.
The helmet in the “GRIND” (FIG. A − 3-b) position can only be used for grinding.
After use and however before repositioning it after work, the helmet must be checked to ensure it is intact and to eliminate any molten metal drops on the visual filter, which could reduce performance of the filter.
The helmet must always be repositioned in such a manner to avoid its permanent dimensional deformation or breaking the protective visual filter.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

• Replace the filter battery when the “RED” led does NOT switch on, pressing the “TEST” key.
• Replace the transparent internal/external protection plates of the filter in the event of breakage, scratches, nicks and deformations. Cheap guards compromise good vision of what you are doing, dangerously lowering the level of protection of the helmet.
• Regularly clean the surface of the filter and the protection plates with a soft cloth with non-aggressive cleaning solutions, for example window cleaning formulas (do not pour the product directly on the filter).
• Regularly check the solar cells and sensors are not blocked or covered by dirt. If this is the case, clean them with a soft paper tissue, possibly lightly soaked with window cleaner (do not pour the product directly on the filter).
• Clean and disinfect the helmet only with water and soap or solvent-free products. Use of chemical products causes aesthetic defacing even up to a complete reduction in the intactness of the helmet.
• Good general care of the helmet allows to reduce its obsolescence to the minimum, both from the point of view of use and that of components on the helmet.
• Regularly clean the surface of the filter with a soft cloth with non-aggressive cleaning solutions, for example window cleaning formulas (do not pour the product directly on the filter).
• Regularly check the solar cells and sensors are not blocked or covered by dirt. If this is the case, clean them with a soft paper tissue, possibly lightly soaked with window cleaner (do not pour the product directly on the filter).

TROUBLESHOOTING

During helmet operation, common problems may arise, listed here with the relevant solutions:

• The filter does not darken or is unstable when switching from light to dark and vice versa.
  Possible solution:
  – The external transparent guard of the filter is dirty or damaged (change the external transparent guard).
  – The sensors are dirty (clean the sensor surface).
  – The level of welding current is too low (increase the sensitivity, if present, or replace the helmet with another one having a suitable filter for the purpose).
  – The filter battery is flat (replace the battery).
  Slow switching.
  Possible solution:
  – Operating temperature too low (do not use at ambient temperature under -5°C (+23°F).
  Poor visibility.
  Possible solution:
  – The external guard and/or the internal guard of the filter and/or the filter are dirty or damaged (clean the dirty components and replace damaged ones).
  – The surrounding ambient does not have sufficient light (provide more light to the surrounding ambient).
  – The scale gradation number is not correctly set (select the correct value in the models where possible).

ATTENTION!
If the aforementioned malfunctions cannot be resolved, immediately suspend use of the helmet and contact your nearest distributor.

WARRANTY
The manufacturer guarantees its products are free of material and processing defects and is committed to undertaking replacement free of charge if products are received with poor quality materials or with manufacturing faults, within 12 months of date of sale, validated on the certificate, in the planned use conditions. Returned products, even if under warranty, should be sent CARRIAGE PAID and will be returned EX-WORKS. An exception to this rule is made for products which fall within the scope of European Directive 1999/44/EC only if they are sold in the EU Member States. The warranty certificate is valid only if accompanied by a receipt or delivery note. Problems resulting from misuse, tampering or carelessness are excluded from the guarantee. In addition, all liability for all direct and indirect damages is waived.

CERTIFICATE OF GUARANTEE

MOD. Date of buying
Sales company (Name and Signature)
The product is in compliance with:

STANDARDS AND DIRECTIVES

EN 175:1997
EN 379:2009

Telwin S.p.A. – Via della Tecnica, 3 – 36030 Villaverla (VI) – ITALY

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