Gude GSH-TC-2 Automatic Welding Helmet User Manual

Gude GSH-TC-2 Automatic Welding Helmet

Starting-up the device

WARNING:

Tint levels of the protective glass for arc welding

Maintenance

Cleaning / Storage

Technical Data

Read and understand the operating instructions before using the appliance. Familiarise with the control elements and how to use the appliance properly. Abide by all the safety measures stated in the service manual. Act responsibly toward third parties. The operator is responsible for accidents or risks to third parties. In case of any doubts about connection and operation refer please to our customer center.

Specified Conditions of Use

This welding helmet protects the eyes and face against sparks, splashes and UV radiation during welding and adjusts automatically to the light conditions. It ensures immediate, sensor-controlled darkening in the event of ignition of the arc and automatic lightening again once the welding process has finished (including short delay to protect against any afterglow).

The welding helmet has a fully-adjustable DIN protection level with adjusting wheel to the side. Do not use this product in any other way as stated for normal use. Not observing general regulations in force and instructions from this manual does not make the manufacturer liable for damages. Always pass on the device to third parties together with these operating instructions. The filter response time slows if the temperature exceeds or falls below that specified.

Please note that our equipment has not been designed for commercial, craft or industrial use. If the equipment is used in commercial, craft or industrial operation or for similar activities, we cannot assume any liability.

Requirements for operating staff

The operating staff must carefully read the Operating Instructions before using the appliance. Since the use of the device if handled incorrectly can entail considerable risks, only knowledgeable persons may be entrusted with the use of it. The operator must be appropriately trained in setting up, operating and using the machine.

Qualification : Apart from the detailed instructions by a professional, no special qualification is necessary for appliance using.
Minimum age: Persons over 18 years of age can only work on the appliance. An exception includes youngsters trained in order to reach knowledge under supervision of the trainer during occupational education.
Training : Using the appliance only requires corresponding training by a professional or the Operating Instructions. No special training is necessary. The operator is responsible for accidents or risks to third parties.

Residual Risk
Despite the observance of the operating instructions there still may be some hidden residual risks.

Emergency procedure
Conduct a first-aid procedure adequate to the injury and summon qualified medical attendance as quickly as possible. Protect the injured person from further harm and calm them down. If you seek help, state the following pieces of information

1. Accident site ,
2. Accident type,
3. Number of injured persons,
4. Injury type(s)

General Safety Rules

WARNING

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

Keep your work area clean and tidy. Untidy workplaces and workbenches increase the risk of accidents and injuries. As the welding helmet is solar operated, sufficient light at the workstation must be ensured. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

The device and packaging are not toys. Comply with the local injury prevention regulations and safety regulations in the work area. Please note that permissible uses for the tool could
be limited by national regulations. Do not use accessories which are not specifically designed and recommended by the tool manufacturer. The product is not suitable for laser welding. The product is not fireproof. The welding helmet and the ADF filter must not be exposed to heat or moisture. Under no circumstances should the housing of the ADF filter be opened without the manufacturer’s permission. Check whether the correct setting has been selected before each use.

Repairs and works specified in these Instructions may only be performed by qualified authorised staff. Stop the work process at once and contact the retailer immediately if the filter does not automatically darken during welding. Do not use any alcohol, petrol or thinners to clean the ADF filter.Do not place the ADF filter in water. Replace the ADF filter housing immediately if it is damaged or scratched. This has a negative effect both on visibility and on the protective performance. Mineral-filter-reinforced viewing panels may be installed only together with suitable rear panels. If the viewing panel and the supporting body do not have the same mechanical marking (F/B), the weaker marking applies for the whole product.. Clean the surfaces of the helmet, ADF filter, sensor and solar cells regularly. The welding helmet cannot withstand any damage caused by a significant impact, explosion or corrosive liquids.

The service life depends on many factors which vary on a case-by-case basis, such as use, cleaning, storage and maintenance. Regular inspections and replacement in the event of damage are recommended. We recommend a maximum usage duration of five years.

The material the product is made from will age over time. This may, for example, lead to the formation of breaks on the welding helmet. As a result of damage of this kind, the welding helmet is no longer capable of providing effective protection. In this case, the user should replace the welding helmet immediately. This product may not be used for overhead welding work. If this product is used for overhead welding work, drops of molten metal may burn through the ADF filter and cause injuries to the user If the filter is defective, the user must stop using the welding helmet immediately. This product is temperature-resistant and of low flammability. If, nonetheless, it comes into direct contact with an open flame or a very hot object, the welding helmet may catch fire or melt. Store and use the welding helmet strictly as described, to reduce such risks.

The ADF filter is an electronic device, which is not waterproof. Ensure that it is kept dry and clean. Do not store the ADF filter in a moist environment. Check the filter before each use. As soon as the function and appearance no longer appear to be in the intended condition, you can no longer use the product.

Caution! Never use a product that is damaged! A damaged product does not provide enough protection and may therefore lead to injuries and/or accidents. Before each use, inspect the safety goggles with regard to damage and service life.

If the filter flickers or the level of darkening no longer corresponds to the default value or if other abnormal working conditions predominate, the welding helmet may no longer be used. Ensure that this product is not exposed unnecessarily to sunshine. Use only original accessories and original spare parts. Components for which there are no instructions for exchanging should be replaced by the manufacturer only.

Caution! Using eye protection without a filter effect against optical radiation damages the eyes. Before each use, check whether the eye protection shows the necessary number on the scale.

The welding helmet with automatic darkening is not suitable for laser and gas welding. Never place the welding helmet on hot surfaces. Do not open the welding helmet under any circumstances.Repairs and works specified in these Instructions may only be performed by qualified authorised staff.

Ensure that you have set automatic darkening before each welding process. If the filter does not darken automatically, stop the welding process immediately and contact the manufacturer. Have the protective visor replaced if it has any scratches or damage. The welding helmet does not protect against impacts.

Caution! Materials that come into contact with the wearer’s skin may cause allergic reactions in individuals with sensitivities.

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

The appliance must not be used if damaged or safety equipment is defective. Replace any worn-out and damaged parts. The device must not be operated if it is damaged in any way. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.

WARNING : Eye protection devices worn to protect against high-speed particles may constitute a hazard for the wearer as a result of the transfer of impact forces if worn over standard prescription glasses.

Caution! Risk of high-speed particles at extreme temperatures. Should protection against high-speed particles at extreme temperatures be required, the eye protection device selected must feature the letter T right after the letter for the impact intensity, i.e. FT, BT or AT. If the letter for the impact intensity is not followed by the letter T, the eye protection device may be used only to protect against highspeed particles at room temperature.

Before each commissioning, check whether the welding helmet and the protective panel are intact. If the protective panel has any scratches, cracks or unevenness, it must be replaced before use, or it may cause serious injuries.

Meaning of the labelling

Safety viewing panel tested in accordance with DIN EN 166:

Explanation:

• External panel: GUEDE F CE
  GUEDE = Manufacturer
  F = Mechanical strength
  (Low-energy impact at 45 m/s)
  CE = CE label

• Rear panel: GUEDE 1 F CE
  GUEDE = Manufacturer
  1 = Optical class
  F = Mechanical strength
  (Low-energy impact at 45 m/s)
  CE = CE label
  ADF-tested in accordance with DIN EN 379: 4/9- 13 GUEDE 1/1/1/2/379 CE

Explanation:

• 4 = Lightness condition
• 9-13 = Darkness conditions
• GUEDE = Manufacturer
• Number 1 = optical class
• Number 2 = scattered light class
• Number 3 = homogeneity class
• Number 4 = angle dependence class
• DIN EN 379 = Testing standard
• CE = CE label

Welding helmet shell: GUEDE EN 175 B CE
Explanation :

• GUEDE = Manufacturer
• EN 175 = Testing standard
• B = Mechanical strength
• Medium-energy impact at 120 m/s)
• CE = CE label
• Area(s) of application (where appropriate): S, F, B
• Mass in grams (where appropriate)

Symbol

|

Protection type

|

Description of the area of application

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S

|

Increased strength

|

Mechanical strength

F

|

Low-energy impact

|

Mechanical strength

B

|

Medium-energy impact

|

Mechanical strength

MAINTENANCE
Do not use any corrosive cleansing products to clean the helmet housing. Never bring the UV filter into contact with water. If the device is defective, the repair has to be made
exclusively by the customer service.Use only original accessories and original spare parts. Clean the product with a soft and dry cloth, with a cloth moistened with pure alcohol, or with a cloth moistened with disinfectant.

WARNING: The appliance must not be used if damaged or safety equipment is defective. Replace any worn-out and damaged parts. Only a regularly maintained and treated appliance can serve as a satisfactory aid. Insufficient maintenance and care can lead to unforeseen accidents and injuries.

Storage

The appliance must be stored in a dry place and protected from frost. Machine to be stored in locked spaces, out of reach of children.

Disposal
The disposal instructions are based on the icons placed on the appliance or its package.

Transport packaging disposal
The packaging protects the machine against damage during transport. Packaging materials are usually chosen based on environment aspects and waste treatment principles and are therefore recyclable. Returning the packaging into material circulation saves raw materials and reduces waste production. Parts of packagings (e.g. foils, styropor®) can be dangerous for children.

Do not dispose of electrical appliances in household waste; use the local collection points. Ask your local authority where the collection points are to be found. If electrical equipment is disposed of in an uncontrolled manner, weathering can lead to dangerous substances entering the groundwater and from there the food chain, or the flora and fauna can be poisoned for years. If you replace the device with a new one, the seller is legally obliged at the least to take back the old one to be disposed of free of charge.

Guarantee

Warranty period of 12 months applies to commercial use and 24 months applies to private use and commences on the day of purchase of the device. The guarantee solely covers inadequacie caused by material defect or manufacturing defect. Original payment voucher with the sales date needs to be submitted for any claim in the guarantee period. The guarantee does not cover any unauthorised use such as appliance overloading, use of violence, damage as a result of any unauthorised interference or caused by foreign items. Failing to follow the operating and assembly instructions and common wear are also not included in the guarantee.

Service
Do you have any technical questions? Any claim? Do you need any spare parts or operating instructions? We will quickly help you and without needles bureaucracy at our web pages at www.guede.com in the Servicing part. Please help us be able to help you. In order to identify your device in case of claim we need the serial No., product No. and year of production. All this data can be found on the type label.

Important information for the customer

Please note that returns within or outside the warranty period should always be in the original packaging. This measure effectively avoids unnecessary transport damage and any associated disputed ruling. Your equipment is optimally protected only in the original box, and keeping it in that box will ensure smooth processing.

Failure removal

The filter does not darken regularly and/or flickers.

| The protector is contaminated or defective.| Clean or replace the protector.
The arc sensor is not clear.| Clean the surface of the arc sensor.
The welding voltage is too low.| Set the sensitivity to the maximum.

The response has slowed down.

| The environmental temperature is too low/high.| Use the welding helmet only at tem- peratures between -5 °C and +40 °C
The sensitivity is too low.| Set the sensitivity to a higher level.

The visibility is poor.

| The protector / protective panel is contaminated.| Clean the protector and the protec- tive panel.
The ambient light is not sufficient.| Introduce more light to your working environment.
The wrong darkening level has been set.| Reset the darkening level.
The welding helmet slips| The head band has been set incorrectly.| Reset the head band and tighten it.

References

• adf.no

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