POWR FIST 9099706 Flip Front Auto Darkening Welding Helmet User Manual

POWR FIST 9099706 Flip Front Auto Darkening Welding Helmet User Manual

SPECIFICATIONS

HAZARD DEFINITIONS

Please familiarize yourself with the hazard notices found in this manual. A notice is an alert that there is a possibility of property damage, injury or death if certain instructions are not followed.

DANGER! This notice indicates an immediate and specific hazard that will result in severe personal injury or death if the proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING! This notice indicates a specific hazard or unsafe practice that could result in severe personal injury or death if the proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION! This notice indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury if proper practices are not taken.
NOTICE! This notice indicates that a specific hazard or unsafe practice will result in equipment or property damage, but not personal injury.

INTRODUCTION

The filter cartridge in the Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet is designed for arc welding or cutting applications, including hand welding, gas protected welding, argon arc welding and plasma cutting.
The solar auto-darkening filter employs photoelectric sensors that cause the liquid crystal to change from the bright state to dark state as soon as it receives arc light. The state changes from dark to bright shortly after the welding is finished. The delay is to protect the eyes and face from harmful infrared or ultraviolet radiation.

SAFETY

WARNING! Read and understand all instructions before using this tool. The operator must follow basic precautions to reduce the risk of personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.
Keep this manual for safety warnings, precautions, operating or inspection and maintenance instructions.

WORK AREA

1. Operate in a safe work environment. Keep your work area clean, well-lit and free of distractions. Place lights so you are not working in a shadow.
2. Keep anyone not wearing the appropriate safety equipment away from the work area.
3. Store unused tools properly in a safe and dry location to prevent rust or damage. Lock tools away and keep out of the reach of children.

PERSONAL SAFETY

WARNING! Wear personal protective equipment approved by the Canadian Standards Association (C SA) or American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

1. Always wear impact safety goggles that provide front and side protection for the eyes. Eye protection equipment should comply with CSA Z94.3-07 or ANSI Z87.1 standards based on the type of work performed.
2. Do not operate any tool when tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medications.

SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING! The Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet does not protect against severe impact hazards, explosions or corrosive liquids. Machine guards or eye splash protection must be used when these hazards are present.
WARNING! Using filter forms from any other manufacturer’s helmet can seriously impaired the protection provided and may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING! DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to the tool safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury

1. Use the correct tool for the job. This tool was designed for a specific function. Do not modify or alter this tool or use it for an unintended purpose.
2. Do not use the tool if any parts are damage broken or misplaced. Repair or replace the parts.
3. This auto-darkening welding helmet is not recommended for overhead welding applications, laser welding or laser cutting applications.
4. This welding helmet is not suitable to laser welding and oxy-acetylene welding.
5. In the event of electronic failure, the filter remains dark to protect against UV and IR radiation according to Shade 13.
6. The auto-darkening welding filter should always be used with original inner and outer cover lenses. Never open or tamper with the filter cartridge.
7. Ensure the front cover lens is mounted before use and remove the protective film.
8. Ensure that the lens is clean and there is no dirt or spatter covering the sensors at the front of the filter cartridge.
9. Inspect all parts for signs of wear or damage. Any scratched or cracked parts should be replaced prior to use.
10. Never place the helmet on a hot surface.
11. Arc rays can burn both eyes and skin. Arc welding produces intense visible and invisible (ultraviolet and infrared) rays. Wear a welding helmet fitted with the proper shade to protect your face and eyes when welding or watching.
12. The reaction of the filter’s liquid crystal will be slower if the ambient temperature is low, but it will not affect protective functions.
13. Replace the protective lenses immediately if broken or scratched. The damage will obscure vision and reduce the filter’s protective performance.

UNPACKING

WARNING! Do not operate the tool if any part is missing. Replace the missing part before operating. Failure to do so could result in a malfunction and personal injury.

Remove the parts and accessories from the packaging and inspect for damage. Make sure that all items in the contents are included.

Contents:

• Welding Helmet Shell
• Internal and External Lenses
• Cartridge Filter
• Headgear

IDENTIFICATION KEY

A Helmet Shell
B Solar Cell
C Angle Adjustment Knobs
D Arc Sensor
E Handle for Hinged Front
F Auto-Darkening Filter Cartridge (ADF)
G External Lens
H Shade Number Control Dial
I Sensitivity Control Dial
J Delay Control Dial
K Internal Lens

ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION

Letter references in parenthesis (A) refer to the included Identification Key.

ADJUST THE WELDING HELMET FIT

The headband should be adjusted both in diameter and height. The angle between face and helmet should also be adjusted (recommended 10° to 12°).

1. Adjust the headband diameter with the twist knob on the headband. The knob is locked until pushed in. Once unlocked, twist clockwise to tighten and counterclockwise to loosen (Fig. 2).
   

2. Adjust the headband height by releasing the tab and changing the top strap hole. (Fig. 3).
   

3. There are three slots on the headgear slider to change the distance between the filter and your eyes (Fig. 4). Once the slot is chosen, tighten the headgear screws. Make sure the same slot is chosen for both sides for proper vision.
   

4. Adjust the helmet position on the headband with the side tab system. There are five pegs on the right and left side of the headband. Slide the tab on the helmet over the peg on both sides to position the welding helmet before fine tuning the viewing angle in the next step (Fig. 5).
   

5. Adjust the helmet to get the desired viewing angle. Once the angle is correct, tighten the two angle adjustment knobs (C) connecting the headband to the helmet shell until snug. The helmet should still swing up, but it should not drift downward when in place for welding.

OPERATION

BEFORE WELDING

1. Ensure that the internal and external protective films are removed from the lenses.

2. Check that the battery has sufficient power to operate the helmet.
   When the battery power is low, the filter cartridge may not work correctly. Replace the filter cartridge.

3. Check that the arc sensors are clean and not blocked by dust or debris.

4. Check for head band tightness before each use.

WELDING HELMET SETTINGS
Grab a tab on either side of the welding helmet’s view plate and swing it upward to access the inner dials to set the DIN shade (H), delay time (J) and sensitivity (I).

SHADE NUMBER SELECTION
Adjust the welding helmet’s Shade Number to match the type of welding. Consult the Welding Shade Guide in Appendix A to determine the minimum shade for the amperage and welding method being employed.
Turn the dial clockwise to increase the DIN number, counterclockwise to decrease the DIN number.

DELAY TIME
Delay time refers to the time the cartridge filter is set to change from the dark to light state after the welding stops. The delay can be adjusted up to a 0.9 second delay.
The delay is set between 0.1, suitable for spot or short welds to 0.9 seconds, suitable for heavy current welding or when visible light is produced.

SENSITIVITY
The sensitivity control is set according to the welding process and ambient light. The dial does not have distinct numbers, as you can set it to any point based on your comfort. Below are guidelines for the best settings based on the situation.

1. Low Setting – suitable for high amperage welding and welding in areas with high levels of natural sunlight.
2. Medium Setting – suitable for most indoors and outdoors welding.
3. High Setting – suitable for low amperage welding and welding in areas with low light conditions, especially for low amperage argon-arc welding.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

1. Maintain the tool with care. A tool in good condition is efficient, easier to control and will have fewer problems.
2. Inspect the tool components periodically. Repair or replace damaged or worn components. Only use identical replacement parts when servicing.
3. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Only use accessories intended for use with this tool. Replace damaged parts immediately.
4. Maintain the tool’s labels and name plates. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Princess Auto Ltd. for replacements.

WARNING! Only qualified service personnel should repair the tool. An improperly repaired tool may present a hazard to the user and/or others.

CHANGE EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL LENS
The external and internal lenses will wear out and need replacement after a period of use due to exposure to the heat, fumes and particulate matter generated during welding.

1. Swing the view plate out of the way.
2. Push against the inner lens (K) from inside the helmet until it pops out of the retaining tabs on the top and bottom. Discard the inner lens.
3. 3. The new inner cover lens is installed after the protective film is removed.
4. Insert one edge of the inner lens between the opening’s lower tabs.
5. Bend the lens in the middle and slide the other end under the upper tabs and push into place until both ends are seated.
6. Push the protective cover into the frame’s bottom slot, then bend it inward enough to slide it into the top slot.
7. Swing the view plate down.
8. Place a finger into the indent under the external lens (G) and lift the lens upward. The lens should bend outward.
9. Grab a bent edge and pull downward to remove the lens from the view plate.
10. Remove the protective film from the new cover lens.
11. Slip the top edge of the external lens between the upper frame’s tabs.
12. Continue to push upwards until the lens bends outward enough for the lower edge to fit between the lower frame’s tabs. Push gently against the center of the bent lens while applying pressure on the bottom to ease it into place.

CHANGE THE AUTO-DARKENING FILTER CARTRIDGE

You will need to replace the cartridge when it is not working correctly or the non-replaceable battery is exhausted.

1. Remove the outer lens and set aside.
2. Swing the view plate upwards.
3. Hold the view plate in one hand and place a finger in the indent, then push until the ADF cartridge pops out of the frame.
4. Hold the cartridge and pull it down and away from the view plate. Discard the cartridge.
5. Insert the top edge of the new cartridge into the view plate frame. Make sure the solar cell is facing outward.
6. Press the cartridge along the sides, top and bottom until it is firmly seated. Any gap can let arc light through.
7. Reinstall the outer lens.

CLEANING
Clean the helmet and filter with only a cloth or soft tissues. Do not use any liquids, including water, as this can damage the filter cartridge.

DISPOSAL

Recycle a tool damaged beyond repair at the appropriate facility. Contact your local municipality for a list of disposal facilities or by-laws for electronic devices, batteries, oil or other toxic liquids

TROUBLESHOOTING

Visit a Princess Auto Ltd. location for a solution if the tool does not function properly or parts are missing. If unable to do so, have a qualified technician service the tool.

headgear so distance between the lens and both eyes are equal.
Filter does not darken or flickers|

1. Front cover lens is dirty or smoke covered.
2. Arc sensors may be dirty.
3. Welding current is too low.
4. Battery Voltage is too low.

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1. Clean or replace external lens.
2. Remove external lens and wipe the photo sensors clean with soft lint free cloth.
3. Adjust filter sensitivity to the maximum.
4. Replace the filter cartridge.

Poor vision.|

1. Check the clear covers lenses and the electronic filter lens for dirt or grime.
2. Protective film was not removed.
3. Ambient light is not sufficient to see.
4. Shade Number is not set correctly.

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1. Clean cover lenses and the electric filter lens.
2. Remove the protective film.
3. Adjust the work area lighting.
4. Reset Shade number.

Welding Cap slips.| The headband is not properly adjusted.| Adjust the Angle Adjustment Knobs for a tighter fit.

APPENDIX A

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References

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