bohler GL Series MIG, MAG Welding Gloves Instruction Manual

: October 30, 2023
: BOHLER

Table of Contents

bohler GL Series MIG, MAG Welding Gloves
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
USER INFORMATION SHEET
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
APPLICABLE STANDARDS
PROTECTION LIMIT
INTENDED USE
STORAGE AND CLEANING NOTICE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
References
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bohler GL Series MIG, MAG Welding Gloves

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PRODUCT

Product Information

The MIG/MAG Welding Gloves are available in three variants:

GL120-0J68-310 – MIG/MAG Curved Ultra – Part No.: 76873 (M/9); 76876 (L/10); 83591 (XL/11)
GL060-0J68-266 – MIG/MAG Heavy-duty – Part No.: 76898 (M/9); 76909 (L/10)
GL121-0J68-024 – MIG/MAG Classic – Part No.: 76883 (M/9); 76884 (L/10)

These gloves comply with UK Legislation – Regulation 2016/425 on personal protective equipment, as amended to apply in GB & EU Regulation 2016/425. They meet the requirements of Regulation 2016/425 on personal protective equipment, as amended to apply in GB and the EU Regulation 2016/425 applicable from 21 April 2018 for innocuousness, comfort, and solidity. They have been examined by Intertek Italia Spa and ITS Testing Services UK LTD, and meet the requirements of EN ISO 21420:2020, EN 388:2016+A1:2018, and EN 407:2020 standards for protection against mechanical risks and heat risks.

Product Usage Instructions

The MIG/MAG Welding Gloves are designed to offer protection for different levels as shown with icons. EN12477 – Type A gloves are recommended for welding processes other than TIG welding, while EN12477 – Type B gloves are recommended when high dexterity is required, such as for TIG welding. Additional partial body protection may be required for welding overhead or in a knelt position. The gloves are only intended to protect against brief inadvertent contact with live parts of an arc welding circuit, and additional electrical insulation layers will be required where there is an increased risk of electric shock. Gloves are designed to provide protection against short term, accidental contact with live electric conductors at voltages up to approximately 100 V (D.C.). If there is accidental contamination like a splash of chemicals or flammable liquids on the gloves, wearers should withdraw and carefully remove gauntlets/gloves. Contaminated items should be cleaned or replaced.

USER INFORMATION SHEET

MIG/MAG WELDING GLOVES

GL120-0J68-310 – MIG/MAG Curved Ultra – Part No.: 76873 (M/9); 76876 (L/10); 83591 (XL/11)
GL060-0J68-266 – MIG/MAG Heavy-duty – Part No.: 76898 (M/9); 76909 (L/10)
GL121-0J68-024 – MIG/MAG Classic – Part No.: 76883 (M/9); 76884 (L/10)

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

MIG/MAG Curved Ultra:
Ergonomic curved MIG gauntlet made from 1.3 mm heavy-duty cow split leather. Fleece lined hand and cotton drill lined cuff; elastic fit in the wrist area; welted seams (black) on the fingers; reinforced palm; keystone thumb construction; stitched with polyester wrapped aramid fibre yarn.

MIG/MAG Heavy-duty:
Welding glove for heavy duty applications; 1.3 mm cow split leather; welted seems (black); reinforced palm; thumb crotch with wing thumb; heavy-duty jersey fleece lined hand and cotton drill lined cuff; stitched with polyester wrapped aramid fibre yarn.

MIG/MAG Classic:
Classic welding glove; 1.3 mm cow split leather gauntlet; gunn-cut pattern with angled wing thumb for comfort and dexterity; fleece lined hand and cotton drill lined cuff; welted seems (grey); stitched with polyester wrapped aramid fibre yarn. These gloves bear the CE and UK marking to demonstrate compliance with UK Legislation – Regulation 2016/425 on personal protective equipment, as amended to apply in GB & EU Regulation 2016/425. All products meet the requirements of Regulation 2016/425 on personal protective equipment, as amended to apply in GB and the EU Regulation 2016/425 applicable from 21 April 2018: innocuousness, comfort, solidity.

EU type Examination performed by:
Intertek Italia Spa, Via Guido Miglioli 2/A,
20063 Cernusco Sul Naviglio – Milano (MI)
Notified Body No. 2575

UKCA examination performed by:
ITS Testing Services UK LTD, Centre Court, Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1WS, UK
Approved Body No. 0362

APPLICABLE STANDARDS

These products meet the requirements of the standard:

EN ISO 21420:2020: General requirements for innocuousness, ergonomics and sizes for protective gloves
EN 388:2016+A1:2018: Requirements for protection against mechanical risks
EN 407:2020: Requirements for protection against heat risks, for occasional contact with small flames and for contact with hot objects at temperatures not exceeding 100 °C.
BS EN 12477:2001/A1:2005: Protective gloves for welders

These products are designed to offer protection for the levels shown with icons below:

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FIG-3

Key:
EN 388

a – Abrasion
b – Blade Cut resistance
c – Tear resistance
d – Puncture resistance
e – TDM: Cut resistance

EN 407

f – Limited flame spread
g – Contact heat
h – Convective heat
i – Radiant heat
j – Small Splashes of Molten Metal
k – Large Quantities of Molten Metal

PROTECTION LIMIT

These products do not contain any substances at levels that are known to, or suspected to, adversely affect user hygiene or health.
The protection against risks or hazards which are not mentioned in this document is not warranted.
In the event of accidental contamination like splash of chemicals or flammable liquids on these products, wearers should withdraw and carefully remove gauntlets/gloves. Contaminated items should be cleaned or replaced

INTENDED USE

EN12477 – Type B – Gloves are recommended when high dexterity is required such as for TIG welding.
EN12477 – Type A – Gloves are recommended for other welding processes.

There is no standardized test method at present for detecting UV penetration of materials for gloves, but the current methods of construction of Protective gloves for Welders do not normally allow the penetration of UV radiation. With Arc welding installations, it is not possible to protect all parts conducting the welding voltage against direct contact, for operational reasons. When gloves are intended for arc welding: these gloves do not provide protection against electric shock caused by defective equipment or live working, and the electrical resistance is reduced if gloves are wet, dirty or soaked with sweat, this could increase the risk.

WARNINGS:
Additional partial body protection may be required e.g. for welding overhead, or in a knelt position. These Gloves are only intended to protect against brief accidental contact with live parts of an arc welding circuit, additional electrical insulation layers will be required where there is an increased risk of electric shock. Gloves protect against short-term, accidental contact with live electric conductors at voltages up to approximately 100 V (D.C.) Gloves Should always be worn fully pulled to lower arm with other body protection tucked in the cuff part of the glove for full protection. Wearers should be aware of the risk of entanglement when working near moving parts.

STORAGE AND CLEANING NOTICE

Keep in its original packaging, under ordinary temperature and humidity conditions and in clean, covered and ventilated premises.
Both new and used gloves should be inspected thoroughly before being worn, to ensure no damage is present.
Gloves should not be left in a contaminated condition if re-use is intended and should be cleaned as much as possible using a damp cloth, provided that no serious hazard exists before removing from hands.
Gloves that are cut, burnt or punctured or showing signs of fraying must not be used. If in doubt, do not use and seek professional advice.

Scrupulously follow the instructions given below:

In order from left to right: Do not wash | Do not bleach | Do not tumble dry | Do not iron | Do not dry clean

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Place glove over hand fitting the thumb and fingers in the appropriate positions making sure the glove is fitted comfortably to carry out the task in hand. To remove each glove pull the finger part of the gloves away from the hand.

PPE SUBJECT TO AGEING
The design performance cannot be significantly affected by ageing when stored in appropriate conditions (humidity, temperature, clean, ventilated, and light).