SEALEY PWH610 Welding Helmet Auto Darkening Shade User Manual

: June 17, 2024
: SEALEY

Table of Contents

SEALEY PWH610 Welding Helmet Auto Darkening Shade
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
SAFETY
Introduction
Specifications
Instructions
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Shade Guide
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SEALEY PWH610 Welding Helmet Auto Darkening Shade

Product Information

Specifications

Model Number: PWH610, PWH611, PWH612, PWH613
Auto Darkening Shade: 9-13

Product Usage Instructions

Safety

WARNING! This helmet is not suitable for use with laser welding or cutting or for overhead welding applications. It will not offer protection against misuse of workshop tools, equipment, or accessories.

Ensure all workshop safety rules, regulations, and conditions are complied with when using welding equipment.
Maintain the helmet in good condition and protect the cartridge from liquid and dirt contact.
Regularly replace the protective lens and 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 that the helmet sits as low and near to your face as possible.
Remove ill-fitting clothing, 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.

DO NOT use the helmet for any purpose for which it is not designed.
DO NOT use the helmet unless you have been instructed in its use by a qualified person.
DO NOT open or tamper with the shade cartridge.
DO NOT get the helmet wet or use it in damp locations.
DO NOT leave the workplace with the helmet in the lowered position, as a bright light source may darken the cartridge unexpectedly.
DO NOT place the helmet on a hot surface.
DO NOT use the helmet without the front cover window fitted. Doing so will invalidate your warranty.
Clean the helmet (see section 5.4) and store it in a safe, dry, childproof location.

WARNING! Before welding, always inspect the cartridge filter to ensure that it is not damaged. To test the filter before 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 if you suspect it may be faulty. Contact your Sealey dealer for assistance.
DANGER! DO NOT use if, at any time, the faceplate in the cartridge FAILS to darken when exposed to welding spark. Remove the cartridge and return it to your Sealey stockist for checking.

Continued use of the product knowing that the auto darkening feature is NOT FUNCTIONING may DAMAGE YOUR EYES.

FAQ

Q: Can I use this helmet for laser welding or cutting?
A: No, this helmet is not suitable for use with laser welding or cutting.
Q: What should I do if the faceplate fails to darken when exposed to a welding spark?
A: If the faceplate fails to darken, remove the cartridge and return it to your Sealey stockist for checking.
Q: Can I use the helmet without the front cover window?
A: No, using the helmet without the front cover window will invalidate your warranty.
Q: How should I store the helmet?
A: Clean the helmet and store it in a safe, dry, childproof location.

Thank you for purchasing a Sealey 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.

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.
DO NOT use the helmet for any purpose for which it is not designed.
DO NOT use a helmet unless you have been instructed in its use by a qualified person.
DO NOT open or tamper with the shade cartridge.
DO NOT get the helmet wet or use in damp locations.
DO NOT leave the place with the helmet in the lowered position, as a bright light source may darken the cartridge unexpectedly.
DO NOT place the helmet on a hot surface.
DO NOT use a helmet without a 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 inspect the cartridge filter to ensure that it is not damaged. To test the filter before 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 Sealey dealer).
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 it to your Sealey 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

Welding helmet with infinitely adjustable shade control between 9-13. Complies with BS EN 379, BS EN 175, and DIN standards. Features True Colour technology for improved visibility, less eye strain, and realistic color recognition. Fully automatic switching from light to dark on striking arc. The shade is selected by a rotary knob on the side of the helmet. The grinding function enables a user to grind without removing the mask. Solar panel power supply – no batteries required. Features sensitivity and delay controls for switching light to dark. Contoured design helmet with adjustable headband for added comfort. Suitable for MIG, TIG, and arc welding.

Specifications

Model No’s:………………………………. PWH610, 611, 612, 613
Shade active: ……………………………………………. 9-13 variable
Shade inactive: …………………………………………………………..4
Viewing area: ………………………………………………. 96 x 38mm
Grinding function:……………………………………………………. yes
Operating time light/dark: ……………………………………… 0.1ms
Operating temperature: …………………………….-10°C to +60°C
Power:………………………………………………………….. solar cells
Weight:………………………………………………………………… 515g

Instructions

WARNING! Before using the helmet for welding ensure you have read and understood the safety instructions in Section 1.
Before the mask can be used the headband must be adjusted to fit the user properly.
ADJUSTING THE FIT OF THE HELMET.
The overall circumference of the headband can be made larger or smaller by pushing in and rotating the knob on the back of the headband (See adjustment ‘A’ in Fig. 1). This can be done whilst wearing the helmet and allows just the right tension to be set to keep the helmet firmly on the head without it being too tight.
If the headband is riding too high or too low on your head adjust the strap which passes over the top of your head. To do this release the end of the band by pushing the locking pip out of the hole in the band. Slide the two portions of the band to a greater or lesser width as required and push the locking pip through the nearest hole (See adjustment ‘B’ in Fig. 1)
Test the fit of the headband by lifting up and closing down the helmet a few times whilst wearing it. If the headband moves whilst tilting re-adjust it until it is stable.
AD JUSTING HELMET TILTS.
If the cartridge window is not aligned with the eyes when the helmet is in the lowered position adjust the tilt of the helmet about the headband. Referring to Fig. 2 loosen the knob ‘C’ adjacent to the tilt plate ‘D’. Lift the tilt lever ‘Off tilt plate ‘D’ and rotate it to the required position. Retighten the clamp knob ‘C’.
SELE CTING SHADE LEVEL
Refer to the shade guide in Section 7 and adjust the knob on the side of the helmet to the correct setting (fig.3).
GRIND POSITION.
Turn the shade knob (fig.3) anti-clockwise until it clicks into the grind position. When grinding is finished the knob must be turned back to the appropriate shade position before welding again. Failure to do this could result in damage to your eyes.
SELE CTING DELAY TIME/RESPONSE TIME
The delay time in which it takes the lens to change from dark to light or vice versa can be varied from 0.1 sec to 0.9 sec, this adjustment is carried out by turning the delay time knob on the inside of the cartridge, see Fig. 4.
SENSITIVITY
For normal ambient light conditions set the sensitivity knob to the high setting (fig.4).
For conditions where there is an excess of light, which may affect the performance of the lens, turn the knob to the low setting.

Maintenance

FITTING NEW CARTRIDGE Refer to fig.4
All parts fit into the back of the helmet.
Pull off the grinding knob, undo the nut, and release the potentiometer from the helmet body.
Pull the cartridge clip down, pull the bottom of the cartridge out, and disengage from the top lugs.
Unclip the cartridge from its holder, and take note of the way it fits into the cartridge holder.
Renew the cartridge and reassemble it in reverse order.
REPLACING OUTER PROTECTIVE COVER LENS
Remove the shade cartridge (refer to 5.1)
Push the lens into the helmet and renew.
REPLACE INNER PROTECTIVE COVER LENS.
From inside the helmet, use a finger recess in the top edge of the filter to lever up the lens and replace it.
CLEANING
Clean the helmet by wiping it with a soft cloth. Clean cartridge surfaces regularly. Do not use solvent-based cleaners.
Clean sensors and solar cells with methylated spirit using a clean cloth and wipe dry with a lint-free cloth.

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.
The front cover lens is oiled or damaged.| Clean or replace.
The welding current 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 too low.| Do not use at temperatures below -10oC (14oF).
Welding helmet slips.| Headband adjustments are incorrect.| Refer to section 4.
7. SHADE GUIDE|

Shade Guide

	CURRENT (AMPERES)
WELDING PROCESS	0.5
	1.0
Covered Electrode	Shade 9
MIG Plate Welding	Shade 10
MIG Sheet Welding	Shade 10
TIG	Shade 9
MAG	Shade 10
Arc Gouging	Shade 10
Plasma Cutting	Shade 11
Plasma Welding	4

Parts support is available for these products. Please contact us: email sales@sealey.co.uk or telephone 01284 757500

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.

Note : It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications, and parts without prior notice.
Important : No Liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
Warranty : The 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 01284 703534 sales@sealey.co.uk www.sealey.co.uk