PRO-POINT 8974230 Trooper Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet User Manual

TROOPER AUTO-DARKENING
WELDING HELMET
USER MANUAL

Please read and understand all instructions before use. Retain this manual for future reference.

TROOPER AUTO-DARKENING WELDING HELMET

SPECIFICATIONS

INTRODUCTION

The filter cartridge in the Variable Shade 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 a bright state to a 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.

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.

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 tools properly in a safe and dry location. Keep tools out of the reach of children.

PERSONAL SAFETY
WARNING! Wear personal protective equipment approved by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) 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. Wear the appropriate type of full-face shield in addition to safety goggles, as the work can create glare or infrared/ ultraviolet light.
3. Non-skid footwear is recommended to maintain footing and balance in the work environment.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Control the tool, personal movement, and the work environment to avoid personal injury or damage to the tool.

1. Do not operate any tool when tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medications.
2. Avoid wearing clothes or jewelry that can become entangled with the moving parts of a tool. Keep long hair covered or bound.

SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING! DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with the 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.
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 impair the protection provided and may result in 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. This auto-darkening welding helmet is not recommended for overhead welding applications, laser welding, or laser cutting applications.
3. In the event of electronic failure, the filter remains dark to protect against UV and IR radiation.
4. The auto-darkening welding filter should always be used with the original outer cover lens. Never open or tamper with the filter cartridge.
5. Ensure the front cover lens is mounted before use and remove the protective film.
6. Ensure that the lens is clean and there is no dirt or spatter covering the 4 sensors at the front of the filter cartridge.
7. Inspect all parts for signs of wear or damage. Any scratched or cracked parts should be replaced prior to use.
8. Never place the helmet on a hot surface.
9. 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.
10. Check whether welding or grinding mode is chosen before use.
11. The reaction of the Filter’s liquid crystal will be slower if the ambient temperature is low, but it will not affect protective functions.

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 Identification Key are included.

IDENTIFICATION KEY

A Side viewing plate, right
B Front Plate
C Helmet Shell
D Front Cover Lens
E Solar Panel
F Fixed Plate
G Headgear Height Adjusting Pin
H Decorative teeth
I Side viewing plate, left
J Shade Adjustment Knob
K UV/IR Filter
L Headgear Angle & Distance Adjusting Knobs
M Headgear Diameter Adjusting Knob
N Shade knob
O LCD
P Self-test button
Q Low volume indicator
R Delay Control Knob
S 5-8 / 9-13 Shade Switch

T Sensitivity Control Knob
U CR 2032 Lithium battery
V Arc sensor
W Solar Panel
X UV/IR Filter

ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION

Letter references in parenthesis (A) refer to the included Identification Key. Dashed numbers in parenthesis (Fig. 1-1) refer to a specific point in an illustration or image.

ADJUSTING THE 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 back (Fig. 1-1). The knob is locked until pushed in. Once unlocked, twist clockwise to tighten and counterclockwise to loosen.
2. Adjust the height by releasing the tab and changing the top strap hole (Fig. 1-2).
3. Adjust the helmet to get the desired viewing angle. Loosen the knobs (Fig. 1-3) and adjust the viewing angle when the helmet is down. Once the angle is correct, tighten the knobs until snug. The helmet should still swing up, but it should not drift downward when in place for welding.
4. To adjust the distance between the user’s face and ADF, loosen the knobs on both sides of the helmet (Fig. 1-4) until the headband can move back and forth freely,  deposition the headband at one of the 3 slots as desired. This should be done one side at a time and both sides should be located at the same position for proper auto-darkening filter operation.

OPERATION

BEFORE WELDING

1. Ensure that the internal and external protective films are removed from the lenses.
2. Check that the batteries have sufficient power to operate the helmet. When the battery power is low, the battery low volume indicator LED (Q) will glow red. The filter cartridge lens may not work correctly. Replace the batteries (see Maintenance – Battery Replacement).
3. Check that the arc sensors are clean and not blocked by dust or debris.
4. Check for headband tightness before each use.

SHADE NUMBER SELECTION
Manually set the shade range between 5 to 8 or 9 to 13 with the shade switch (S). Further, adjust the Shade Number with the control knob (J). Adjust the welding helmet’s Shade  Number to match the type of welding. Consult the Welding Shade Guide to determine the minimum shade for the amperage and welding method being employed.

DELAY TIME
Delay time refers to the time the cartridge filter is set to change from the dark to the bright state after welding stops. The delay can be adjusted (R) from 0.1 seconds up to a one-second delay.
SENSITIVITY
The sensitivity control (T) is set according to the welding process and ambient light.

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.

SELF-TEST

1. Press the TEST button (P) to see if it switches to the dark state.
2. Release the Test button to check that the filter returns to the bright state.

GRINDING MODE
The welding helmet can also be used to protect the face during grinding. Switching to Grind mode (Fig. 2) will prevent the filter cartridge from darkening when bright sparks are created.

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.

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. Remove the filter cartridge by pressing the two lock switches at the bottom of the retaining frame inwards. Pull the retaining frame free from the welding helmet.

2. Remove the inner lens by pulling it from the top recess.
   2.1 The new inner cover lens is installed after the protective film is removed. Insert the lens’ leading edge under the tab on one side of the cartridge. Bend the lens in the middle and slide the other side under the other tab and push it into place.

3. Remove the external lens by pushing it out of the welding helmet.
   3.1 Pull the lens free of the rubber gasket.
   3.2 Remove the protective film from the new cover lens and slip it into the gasket.
   3.3 Insert the external lens back into the mask.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

1. Rotate the battery cover plate (U) clockwise to remove.
2. Remove the old CR 2032 lithium battery and replace it with the new battery.
3. Replace the cover and rotate counterclockwise to secure the battery.

CLEANING
NOTICE! Do not use alcohol, gasoline, or diluents to clean the filter cartridge. Do not put place the filter cartridge into the water as this will damage the filter.
Clean the lens, helmet shell, and headband with a soft cotton cloth and mild soap. Replace the headband when required.

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.

Irregular Darkening.

The filter does not darken or flicker.

| Headgear is set unevenly so the distance between the eyes and the lens is different from the left to the right side.
The front cover lens is dirty or smoke-covered.
Arc sensors may be dirty.
The welding current is too low. The battery voltage is too low.| Adjust headgear so the distance between the lens and both eyes are equal.
Clean or replace the external lens.
Remove the external lens and wipe the photosensors clean with a soft lint-free cloth.
Adjust filter sensitivity to the maximum.
Replace batteries.
Grind Mode Selected| Select Weld Mode and adjust Shade from 5-8/9 to 13
Sensors or Solar Panel blocked| Make sure sensors or solar panel are exposed to weld arc without blocking
Set Sensitivity to LOW| Adjust sensitivity to the required level
Poor vision.| Check the clear covers lenses and the electronic filter lens for dirt or grime.| Clean cover lenses and electric filter lenses.
Protective film was not removed.| Remove the protective film.
Ambient light is not sufficient to see.| Adjust the work area lighting.
The shade Number is not set correctly.| 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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