SEALEY PWH600 Welding Helmet Auto Darkening Shade- 9-13 Instructions
- June 4, 2024
- SEALEY
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PWH600 Welding Helmet Auto Darkening Shade- 9-13
Instructions
AUTO DARKENING WELDING HELMET SHADE – 9-13
MODEL NO: PWH600.V2
Thank you for purchasing a Seeley product. Manufactured to a high standard,
this product will, if used according to these instructions, and properly
maintained, give you years of trouble-free performance.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS. WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND
WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE
DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. KEEP THESE
INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
Refer to the Instruction manual
SAFETY
❑ WARNING! This helmet is not suitable for use with laser welding or CUTTING
or for overhead welding applications.
Ensure all workshop safety rules, regulations, and conditions are complied
with when using welding equipment. The helmet will not offer protection
against misuse of workshop tools, equipment, or accessories.
Maintain the helmet in good condition and protect the cartridge from liquid
and dirt contact. Regularly replace the protective lens and replace any
damaged or worn parts. Use genuine parts only. Unauthorized parts may be
dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
Ensure the front cover window is securely in place before use.
Fit the helmet and adjust the headband so the helmet will sit as low and near
to your face as possible.
Use a helmet only in temperatures ranging from -10°C to 60°C.
Remove ill-fitting clothing, remove ties. watches, rings, and other loose
jewelry.
Maintain correct balance and footing.
Ensure the floor is clear from obstructions. not slippery and wear non-slip
shoes.
Keep children and unauthorized persons away from the working area.
❑ WARNING! The helmet will only protect the eyes and face from radiation
and sparks. It will not protect against explosive devices or corrosive
liquids.
X DO NOT use the helmet for any purpose for which it is not designed.
X DO NOT use a helmet unless you have been instructed in its use by a
qualified person.
X DO NOT open or tamper with the shade cartridge.
X DO NOT get the helmet wet or use in damp or wet locations.
X DO NOT leave the workplace with the helmet in the lowered position, as
a bright light source may darken the cartridge unexpectedly.
X DO NOT place the helmet on a hot surface.
X DO NOT use helmet without front cover window fitted. To do so will
invalidate your warranty.
Clean the helmet (see section 5.4) and store the helmet in a safe, dry.
childproof location.
❑ WARNING! Before welding always inspects the cartridge filter to ensure
that it is not damaged. To test the filter prior to welding, direct the front
of the cartridge filter to a bright light source which will cause the lens to
darken. Then using your hand rapidly cover and uncover the sensor. The filter
should lighten momentarily and then return to a dark state.
❑ WARNING! DO NOT use the helmet if damaged or you suspect it may be
faulty. (Contact Seeley stockist).
• DANGER! DO NOT USE if, at any time, the face plate in the cartridge
FAILS to darken when exposed to a welding spark. Remove the cartridge and
return to your Seeley stockist for checking.
• Continued use of the product knowing that the auto darkening feature is NOT
FUNCTIONING may DAMAGE YOUR EYES and CAUSE BLINDNESS.
INTRODUCTION
High quality infinitely variable shade 9-13 lens manufactured and tested to BS EN 379. Fully automatic switching from light to dark on striking arc. Features adjustable sensitivity and delay switches. The grinding function enables the user to grind without removing the mask. Deluxe contoured helmet approved to BS EN 175 which gives full neck protection and protects the lens from scratching when the helmet is laid down. Comfortable headband and non-slip quick-release ratchet mechanism. Suitable for MIG. TIG, arc and gas welding.
SPECIFICATION
Model No……………………………… PWH600.V2
Operating temperature………………….. -10°C to +60°C
Operating time light-dark…………………… 0.3ms
Power ……………………lithium cell battery
Shade active…………………. 9-13 variable
Shade inactive……………. 4
Viewing area……………….. 100 x 45rnm
INSTRUCTIONS
0 WARNING! Before using the helmet for welding make sure you have read and
understood the safety instructions in Section 1.
4.1. AdJusting the fit of the helmet (See fig.1)
4.1.1. The circumference of the headband is adjusted by turning the wheel on
the rear.
4.1.2. The two top straps can also be adjusted by releasing the pin from the
top strap and adjusting as required.
4.1.3. The distance between the headband assembly and the helmet can be
adjusted by undoing the external thumbwheels on both sides and sliding the
headband assembly forwards or backward, as required. Retighten the
thumbwheels. (See figs.1 and 2.)
4.1.4. Test the fit of the helmet by lifting it up and closing it a few times
whilst wearing it. If the headband moves whilst tilting, readjust it until it
is stable.
4.2. AdJusting the helmet tilt (See 68.2)
4.2.1. If the cartridge window is not aligned with the eyes when the helmet is
in the lowered position, adjust the tilt of the helmet in relation to the
headband.
4.2.2. Refering to fig.2. loosen the external thumbwheels and lift the tab up
to move it to make the helmet tilt up further or to tilt down further. Then
retighten the external thumbwheels.
4.3. Selecting the shade level (See fig.3.)
4.3.1. Refer to the shade guide in Section 7 and adjust the knob on the side
of the helmet to the correct setting.
4.4. Grind position (See fig.3)
4.4.1. Turn the shade knob anticlockwise until it clicks into the grind
position.
4.4.2. When grinding is finished it must be turned back to the appropriate
shade position before welding again. Failure to do this could damage your
eyes.
4.5. Selecting delay/response time (See flg.4)
4.5.1. The delay time is the time in which it takes the lens to change from
dark to light. This is carried out by adjusting the delay time knob on the
cartridge.
4.6. Sensitivity (See 4.4)
4.6.1. For normal light conditions set the sensitivity knob to the high
setting. 
4.6.2. For conditions when there is an
excess of light, which may affect the performance of the lens, turn the knob
to the low setting. 
MAINTENANCE
5.1. Changing the cartridge (Refer to fig.4)
5.1.1. All components clip into the rear of the helmet.
5.1.2. Pull the cartridge holder down pull the cartridge up and then down to
disengage it from the top lugs.
5.1.3. Pull the black knob off the potentiometer shaft on the side off the
helmet and undo the nut at the base of the shaft and remove it.
5.1.4. Push the potentiometer through into the inside of the helmet.
5.1.5. Carefully unclip the cartridge from its holder and replace.
5.1.6. Reassemble in the reverse order, ensuring that the pointer on the
grinding knob is correctly orientated.
5.2. Replacing the outer protective lens cover
5.2.1. Follow steps 5.1.2. to 5.1.5.
5.2.2. Gently push the outer lens into the helmet, renew the lens, and refit
the cartridge as above.
5.3. Replacing the inner protective cover lens
5.3.1. Use the recess on the top edge of the lens to pull it out and renew.
Refit the lens under the clips at each side of the cassette.
5.4. Cleaning
5.4.1. Clean by wiping with a soft cloth. Clean cartridge surfaces regularly.
DO NOT use solvent-based cleaners. Clean sensors and solar cells with
methylated spirits using a clean cloth and wipe dry with a lint-free cloth.
5.5. Replacing the battery (Refer to fig.4) Part No. PWH600.V2.03
5.5.1. When the low battery indicator light illuminates turn the battery cover
anticlockwise to open it. Insert a new battery making sure that it fits the
right way up.
TROUBLESHOOTING
| Problem | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Irregular darkening or dimming. | The headband may have been unevenly set on |
the two sides of the helmet (unequal distances from the eyes to the shade
cartridge).| Readjust the distance of the shade cartridge.
The shade cartridge does not darken or flicker.| The sensors are soiled or
obstructed.| Clean.
Front cover lens oiled or damaged.| Clean or replace.
The welding current is too low.| Adjust weld amps.
Poor vision.| Operative lenses and/or shade cartridges are soiled.| Check,
clean or replace.
Insufficient background lighting.| Adjust light.
Slow response.| The operating temperature is too low.| Do not use at
temperatures below -100C (140F).
Welding helmet slips.| Headband adjustments are incorrect.| Refer to section
4.
SHADE GUIDE AND MARKINGS
| CURRENT (AMPERES)
---|---
WELDING
PROCESS| 0.5| 3.| 10| 20| 40| 60| 125| 175| 225| 275| 350| 450|
| 1.0| 5.0| 15| 30| 50| 100| 150| 200| 250| 300| 400| 500
Covered Electrode| Shade 9| S10| Shade 11| Shade 12| Shade 13| S14
MIG Plate Welding| Shade 10| Shade 11| Shade 12| Shade 13| S14
MIG Sheet Welding| Shade 10| Shade 11| Shade 12| S13| S14| S15
TIG| Shade 9| S10| Shade 11| S12| Shade 13| Shade 14
MAG| Shade 10| S11| S12| Shade 13| S14| S15
Arc Gouging| Shade 10| S11| S12| S13| S14| S15
Plasma Cutting| Shade 11| Shade 12| Shade 13
Plasma Welding| 4| 5| 6| 7| 8| 9| 10| 11| S12| Shade 13| Shade 14| S15
Meaning of the markings on the filter:
4| 9| 13| SEALEY| 1| 3| 1| 379
Light state scale no.| Lightest dark state scale
no.| Darkest
state scale no.| Manufacturers identification.| Optical class.| Diffusion of
light class.| Variation in luminance transmittance class.| A number of the
applied standard.
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools,
accessories, and packaging should be sorted, taken to a recycling center, and
disposed of in a manner that is compatible with the environment. When the
product becomes completely unserviceable and requires disposal, drain any
fluids (if applicable) into approved containers and dispose of the product and
fluids according to local regulations.
WEEE REGULATIONS
Dispose of this product at the end of its working life in compliance with the
EU Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). When the
product is no longer required, it must be disposed of in an environmentally
protective way. Contact your local solid waste authority for recycling
information.
BATTERY REMOVAL
REFER TO SECTION 5.5
Under the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009, Jack Sealey Ltd
are required to inform potential purchasers of products containing batteries
(as defined within these regulations), that they are registered with Valpak’s
registered compliance scheme. Jack Sealey Ltd Batteries Producer Registration
Number (BPRN) is BPRN00705.
Note: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve
the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior
notice.Please note that other versions of this product are available. If you
require documentation for alternative versions, please email or call our
technical team on [email protected] or
01284 757505.
Important: No Liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
Warranty: Guarantee is 12 months from the purchase date, proof of which
is required for any claim.
Sealey Group, Kempson Way, Suffolk Business
Park, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP32 7AR
01284 757500
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