BLITZ 9-13 Visor Welding Helmet User Manual

9-13 Visor Welding Helmet
User Manual

WARNING! BEFORE USING THE WELDING HELMET READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY!
Qualified and specially trained persons only after proper reading of this manual are allowed to use and maintain this welding helmet.
The detailed description, safety rules, and all required information necessary for the proper operation and maintenance of FUBAG welding are provided below. Keep this instruction manual by helmet helmet helmet and refer to it by any doubts concerning safety operation, maintenance storage, and handling of FUBAG welding.

Safety operation

• This Auto-Darkening filter Welding Helmet is not suitable for laser welding, and Oxyacetylene Welding/Cutting processes.
• This kind of filter is not suitable if the arc is flickering or heated. In this case, it should be tested before use.
• This Auto-Darkening filter Welding Helmet is not suitable for protection against explosive devices or corrosive liquids.
• Standard protective plates should be installed on the inner and outer surfaces of the filter. Wrong use of the protective plates is risky and leads to non-repairable damages. In order to activate the photocell it should be subjected to direct sunlight for 20-30 minutes before use.
• Never place this Helmet and Auto-darkening filter on a hot surface.
• Never open or tamper with the Auto-Darkening Filter.
• This Auto-darkening filter welding helmet will not protect against severe impact hazards.
• This helmet will not protect against explosive devices or corrosive liquids.
• Should this helmet not darken upon striking an arc, stop welding immediately and contact your supervisor or your dealer.
• Don’t immerse the filter in water.
• Don’t use any solvents on the filters’ screens or helmet components.
• Use only at temperatures : – 10°C + 55°C ( 23°F — 131 °F ). – Storing temperature: – 20°C + 70°C (-40 F — 158° F).
• Protect the filter from contact with liquid and dirt.
• Clean filter surfaces regularly; do not use strong cleaning solutions. Always keep sensors and solar cells clean using a clean lint-free tissue/cloth.
• Regularly replace the cracked/scratched/pitted front cover lens.
• Never try to open the filter cartridge.

Technical specifications

Switching Time: – Light to Dark
– Dark to Light| 0,00004 sec 0,1 – 1,0 sec.
Sensors| 4
Operating Temperature| -5°C to +55°C
Storing Temperature| -20°C to +70°C
Helmet Material| High-impact resistant Nylon
Weight| 0,49 kg

The manufacturer reserves the right to make the manual’s content or function change without any preliminary notification of the users.

Description

This Auto-Darkening filter Welding Helmet is designed to protect the eyes and face from sparks, spatter, and harmful radiation under normal welding conditions. Auto-darkening filter automatically changes from a light state to a dark state when an arc is struck, and it returns to the light state when welding stops. Auto-Darkening filter Welding Helmet comes ready for use. The only thing you need to do before your welding is to adjust the position of the headband and select the correct shade number for your application.

• This model is designed & equipped with a special turnover (up & down) headband mechanism. When the welder turns over the helmet to the welder’s head top, the headband mechanism makes the helmet’s gravity center to be lower, and be coincided with the center of the welder’s head. The design of the welding helmet greatly lowers the fatigue of the welder’s head (& neck) and makes the welder feel more comfortable than before while at work.

• At the moment of starting welding, it automatically changes the filter screen from clear to dark in only 0,00004 sec.

• An outside sensitivity adjuster can make the operators more convenient while operating.

• At the moment of stopping welding, the filter screen automatically changes from a dark to a light state according to your pre-set delay time.

• The helmet utilizes high-performance solar cells as a power supply and has lithium batteries as power backup. No change of battery is required. And the battery life is raised to a new limit. Under normal welding conditions, users can expect a battery has a lifetime of more years.|

• Sensitivity degree adjustment depends on:
  – ambient light: before welding set the sensitivity parameter to “HIGH”, then set it to “LOW” and wait till the filter becomes light;
  – welding process: for the TIG process with low current is should be set to «HIGH». LOW position is used for most applications.

• The ultra-high performance of UV/IR Auto-Darkening filters provides full protection for the user’s eye & face against UV/IR radiation during the entire welding process, even in the light state. The UV/IR protection level is up to Shade 1 6 (DIN) at all times. It makes welders feel comfortable in welding work.

Preparation

• Check the front cover lens to make sure that they are clean, and that no dirt is covering the two sensors on the front of the filter cartridge. Also, check the front/inside cover lens and the front lens retaining frame to make sure that they are secure.

• Inspect all operating parts before use for signs of wear or damage. Any scratched, cracked, or pitted parts should be replaced immediately before using again to avoid severe personal injury.

• Check for light tightness before each use.

• Select the shade number you require at the turn of a shade knob. Finally, be sure that the shade number is the correct setting for your application.

• Adjust the headband so that the helmet is seated as low as possible on the head and close to your face. Adjust the helmet’s angle when in the lowered position by turning the adjustable limitation washer.

• Activate the photocell by subjecting it to direct sunlight for 20-30 minutes before use.
  WARNING!

• This Auto-Darkening filter Welding Helmet is designed to protect the eyes and face from sparks, spatter, and harmful radiation under normal welding conditions only. Be careful with protective plates, they are fragile.

• This product does not protect against the risk of severe injury, caused by small pieces of grinding wheel, stone, or other grinding tools, explosives or aggressive liquids, etc. Should the risk of such injuries exist, corresponding safety precautions should be taken.

• Do not use any tools or other sharp means to remove some parts from the filter or from the helmet.

• Such actions may cause damage to the helmet, resulting in helmet misoperation and causing possible injuries.

• The headband may cause allergic reactions among allergic people.

Shade guide

The shade number can be set manually between DIN 9-13. Check the Shade Guide Table to determine the proper shade number for your application. Select a shade number by turning the shade knob until the arrow points to the required setting.

Adjusting

For your safety and to ensure that your Auto-Darkening filter Welding Helmet operates correctly, please read the User’s Manual thoroughly and consult a qualified specialist before use.

1 Adjusting the fit of the helmet

• Loosen the lock nut on either side of the helmet and slide it nearer or further from your face. (See adjustment “Z” in fig.1). It is important that your eyes are each the same distance from the lens. Otherwise, the darkening effect may appear uneven. Re-tighten the block nut when completing the adjustment.

• Adjusting view angle position (see fig.1)

• The overall circumference of the headband can be made larger or smaller by rotating the knob on the back of the headband. (See adjustment “Y” in fig.1) This can be done
  while 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 “W” in fig.1).

• Test the fit of the headband by lifting up and closing down the helmet a few times while wearing it. if the headband moves while tilting re-adjust it until it is stable.

2 Adjusting view angle position
Please see Fig..2

3 electing shade level
Select the shade level you require according to the welding process you will use by referring to the “Shade Guide Table” below for settings. Turn the shade control knob on the side of the helmet to the shade number required.

4. Sensitivity
The sensitivity can be set to “high” or “low” by using the infinite dial knob on the back of the shade cartridge. The “High” setting is the normal setting for everyday use. The maximum sensitivity level is appropriate for low welding current work, TIG or special applications. Where the operation of the helmet is disturbed by excess ambient light, or another welding machine close by, use the “low” setting (See fig.3).
5. Selecting delay time
When welding ceases, the viewing window automatically changes from dark back to light but with a pre-set delay to compensate for any bright afterglow on the workpiece. The delay time /response can be set to “SHORT” (0.1 sec) or “LONG” (0.1 sec). As you require using the switch knob on the back of the shade cartridge (See fig.3). It is recommended to use a shorter delay with spot welding applications and a longer delay with applications using higher currents. Longer delays can also be used for low-current TIG welding in order to avoid the filter opening when the light path to the sensors is temporarily obstructed by a hand, torch, etc.

Maintenance

1. Replacing the front cover lens
   if it is damaged (cracked, scratched, soiled, or pitted). Remove the front cover lens by pulling up the central part of the lens (see fig.4). Place the new cover lens into the correct position. Check and make sure that the frame is securely installed.
   Replacing the inside cover lens
   if it is damaged (cracked, scratched, soiled or pitted).

2. Changing the shade cartridge (See figs.5)

3. Fitting new cartridge (See figs.6)

4. Cleaning
   Clean the helmet by wiping it with a soft cloth. Clean cartridge surfaces regularly. Do not use strong cleaning solutions. Clean sensors and solar cells with methylated spirit and a clean cloth and wipe dry with a lint-free cloth.

Common problems and remedies

Irregular
Darkening
Dimming| The headband has been set unevenly and there is an uneven distance from the eyes to the filter’s lens.| Reset the headband to reduce the difference to the filter.
Auto-Darkening
Filter Does Not
Darken Or Flickers| The front cover lens is soiled or damaged.| Change lens cover.
Sensors are soiled or blocked.| Clean the sensors’ surface.
Check that the arc sensor is not blocked against the arc light.
Set the Sensitivity regulator to the upper position.
The welding current is too low.| Turn the switch position.
Photocell is not active.| Activate the photocell by subjecting to direct sunlight for 20-30 minutes before use.
The side parts of the filter are lighter
than the central one.| Normal situation| This a natural feature of the
LCD. Such an effect is not harmful to the eyes. However in order to work in comfortable conditions try to maintain a 90° view angle.
The filter stays dark after the arc went out or when there is no arc.| The sensors are soiled. Sensitivity is
not properly adjusted.| Inspect the sensors and clean them if necessary. Set the Sensitivity regulator to the lower position.  If the welding zone is lit intensively reduce the light.
Slow response| The operating temperature is too low.| Do not use at temperatures below – 5 °C or 23 °C
Poor Vision| Front /inside cover lens and/or
filter lenses are soiled| Replace lens.
There is insufficient ambient light|
The shade number is incorrectly set.| Reset the shade number.
Welding Helmet Slips| The headband is not adjusted properly.| Readjust headband.

WARNING!
The operator must stop using the auto-darkening filter welding helmet immediately if the above-mentioned problems cannot be corrected.

Warranty

The warranty period for the equipment is stated in the attached service coupon. The warranty covers defects of materials and assemblies and does not cover components prone to natural wear and maintenance works.
Only clean helmets free from dust and dirt are accepted for warranty repairs. When sending the helmet for warranty repair please ensure that: the helmet is packed in the original packaging, the set is complete, and includes the User’s manual and warranty coupon stamped with the date of sale and serial number stated, cash-memo, and receipt attached.
During the warranty period, the service center eliminates manufacturing defects found.
Don’t make any modifications to either the filter or helmet, unless specified in this manual. Don’t use replacement parts other than those specified in this manual. Unauthorized modifications and replacement parts will void the warranty and expose the operator to the risk of personal injury.
This warranty does not cover product malfunctions or damages resulting from product tampering, misuse, or abuse. Please follow the operating instructions carefully to maintain this warranty. Failure to do so will void the warranty. The manufacturer shall also not be held liable for any indirect or consequential damages arising out of the use of this product.

References

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