Smarter tools Power-300G Fixed Shade Welding Helmet Instruction Manual

Smarter tools Power-300G Fixed Shade Welding Helmet

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This Operating Manual has been designed to instruct you on the correct use and operation of your Smarter Tools’ product. Your satisfaction with this product and its safe operation is our ultimate concern. Therefore please take the time to read the entire manual, especially the Safety Precautions. They will help you to avoid potential hazards that may exist when working with this product.

WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND/ OR VOIDING OF YOUR WARRANTY. SMARTER TOOLS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

NOTE
CAREFULLY READ THE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. THE MANUFACTURER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES AND IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PRODUCTS AND TO ALTER SPECIFICATIONS WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

• Protect yourself and others from injury — read, follow, and save these important safety precautions and operating instructions.
• DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text.
• Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text.
• NOTICE − Indicates statements not related to personal injury.
• This group of symbols means Warning! Watch Out! ELECTRIC SHOCK, MOVING PARTS, and HOT PARTS hazards. Consult symbols and related instructions below for necessary actions to avoid the hazards.

Arc Welding Hazards

Only qualified persons should install, operate, maintain, and repair this unit.

ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin.
Arc rays from the welding process produce intense visible and invisible (ultraviolet and infrared) rays that can burn eyes and skin. Sparks fly off from the weld.

• Wear a welding helmet fitted with a proper shade of filter to protect your face and eyes when welding or watching (see ANSI Z49.1 and Z87.1 listed in Safety Standards). Refer to Lens Shade Selection on page 6.
• Wear approved safety glasses with side shields under your helmet.
• Use protective screens or barriers to protect others from flash, glare, and sparks; warn others not to watch the arc.
• Wear protective clothing made from durable, flame-resistant material (leather, heavy cotton, and wool) and foot protection.
• Before welding, adjust the auto-darkening lens sensitivity setting to meet the application.
• Stop welding immediately if the auto-darkening lens does not darken when the arc is struck.
• See the Owner’s Manual for more information.

WELDING HELMETS do not provide unlimited eye, ear, and face protection.
Arc rays from the welding process produce intense visible and invisible (ultraviolet and infrared) rays that can burn eyes and skin. Sparks fly off from the weld.

• Use impact resistant safety spectacles or goggles and ear protection at all times when using this welding helmet.
• Do not use this helmet while working with or around explosives or corrosive liquids.
• Do not weld in the overhead position while using this helmet.
• Inspect the lens frequently. Immediately replace any scratched, cracked, or pitted cover lenses or shade-lenses.

NOISE can damage hearing.
Noise from some processes or equipment can damage hearing.
Wear approved ear protection if noise level is high.

READ Instructions
Read and follow all labels and the Owner’s Manual carefully before installing, operating, or servicing unit. Read the safety information at the beginning of the manual and in each section.

• Use only genuine replacement parts from the manufacturer.
• Perform maintenance and service according to the Owner’s Manuals, industry standards, and national, state, and local codes.

FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous.
Welding produces fumes and gases. Breathing these fumes and gases can be hazardous to your health.

• Keep your head out of the fumes. Do not breathe the fumes.
• If inside, ventilate the area and/or use local forced ventilation at the arc to remove welding fumes and gases.
• If ventilation is poor, wear an approved air-supplied respirator.
• Read and understand the Material Data Sheets (MDS) and the manufacturer’s instructions for metals, consumables, coatings, cleaners, and degreasers.
• Work in a confined space only if it is well ventilated, or while wearing an air-supplied respirator.
• Always have a trained watchperson nearby. Welding fumes and gases can displace air and lower the oxygen level causing injury or death. Be sure the breathing air is safe.
• Do not weld in locations near degreasing, cleaning, or spraying operations. The heat and rays of the arc can react with vapors to form highly toxic and irritating gases.
• Do not weld on coated metals, such as galvanized, lead, or cadmium plated steel, unless the coating is removed from the weld area, the area is well ventilated, and while wearing an air- supplied respirator. The coatings and any metals containing these elements can give off toxic fumes if welded.

Proposition 65 Warnings

• Welding or cutting equipment produces fumes or gases which contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects and, in some cases, cancer. (California Health & Safety Code Section 25249.5 et seq.)
• This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after use.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! FOR YOUR SAFETY & PROTECTION, READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.

• Do not place the helmet on a hot surface
• Do not immerse the filter in water or any other liquid
• Protect the filter from being in contact with liquid or dirt. Clean filter surface regularly.
• The front cover lens is not unbreakable and does not provide extraordinary protection against flying particles, splash, spray, and spatter. The helmet will only protect the eyes and face from radiation and sparks.
• The outside of the lens must be equipped with an outside protection plate (included) to prevent potential non-repairable hazards.
• Keep away from children, children must never be allowed in the work area.
• DO NOT! let them handle machines, tools, or extension cords.
• DO NOT! Use the helmet as a hand shield. Wear the helmet correctly.
• Wear approved safety glasses with side shields under your helmet.
• Use protective screens or barriers to protect others from flash and glare; warn others not to watch the arc.

WARNING! CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR NEW AUTO- DARKENING WELDING HELMET
The Fixed Shade welding helmet is designed to protect the eyes and face from specks, spatter, and harmful radiation under normal welding conditions.
This product is suitable for a variety of welding processes.

• The helmet provides the user’s eyes and face full protection against UV and IR radiation during the entire welding process, even in the clear state. The UV/IR protection level is up to the shade 11 (DIN) at all times.
• The product is in full conformity with related DIN, EN safety standards, and ANSI Z87.1 standards.

Operating Instructions

Function
The Fixed Shade Welding Helmet is designed to protect the eyes and face from sparks, splatter, and harmful radiation under normal welding conditions.

Before Welding
The Fixed Shade Welding Helmet comes ready for use. The only things you need to do before welding are to

• remove the protective film from both sides of the lens (if not already done),
• adjust the position of the headband, and
• Check the Front Cover Lens to make sure that It Is clean.
• Also check the Front/Inside Cover Lens and the Front Lens Retaining Frame, and make sure that they are secured in place.

Inspect all operating parts before each 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.

Adjusting Headband

Adjust the Headband so that the helmet is seated securely on your head as low as possible and close to your face.
Adjust the Headband width by turning the Ratcheting Headband Knob to make sure the Front Cover Lens is aligned with your eyes.
Adjust the Headband height by tightening or loosening the top strap until the Helmet fits snug on your head.
Once the Headband is properly adjusted, lower the Helmet over your face until the proper angle is found. Then turn the Tension Adjustment Knobs on either side of the helmet, locking the helmet’s angle in place.

Filters

The ultra high performance of UV and IR filters provides to user’s eyes and face full protection against UV and IR radiation during entire welding process, The UV/IR protection level is up to shade 11 at all times.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DARK SHADER SELECTION

• ALWAYS use suggested shade numbers instead of minimum shades.
• Provide additional task lighting that suits welders’ needs.
• ALWAYS use the same shade as the welder’s if you are directly observing the welding arc.

LENS SHADE SELECTOR
Shade numbers are given as a guide only and may be varied to suit individual needs.

Process

|

Electrode Size in. (mm)

|

Arc Current (Amperes)

| Minimum Protective Shade| **Suggested* Shade No. (Comfort)**
---|---|---|---|---

Shielded Metal Are Welding (SMAW)

| Less than 3/32 (2.4) 3/32-5/32 (2.4-4.0)

5/32-1/4 (4.0-6.4)

More than ¼ (6.4)

| Less than 60

60-160

160-250

250-550

| 7

8

10

11

| – 10

12

14

Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)|  | Less than 60

60-160

160-250

250-550

| 7

10

10

10

| – 11

12

14

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)|  | Less than 50

50-100

150-500

| 8

8

10

| 10

12

14

Air Carbon Arc Cutting (CAC-A)|  | Less than 500

500-1000

| 10

11

| 12

14

Plasma Arc Welding (PAW)

|  | Less than 20

20-100

100-400

400-800

| 6

8

10

11

| 6 to 8

10

12

14

Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC)

|  | Less than 20

20-40

40-60

60-80

80-300

300-400

400-800

| 4

5

6

8

8

9

10

| 4

5

6

8

9

12

14

*As a rule of thumb, start with a shade that is too dark to see the weld zone. Then go to a lighter shade which gives a sufficient view of the weld zone without going below the minimum.

LENS & HELMET MAINTENANCE

• DO NOT! use corrosive solvent on the filter screen or any of the helmets components
• DO NOT! immerse the filter lens in water or any other liquid
• If helmet is not in use, please keep it in a dry place.
• Clean the filter lens with a clear lint-free tissue or cotton cloth
• You should inspect this helmet frequently and immediately replace worn or damaged parts.

Replace the Front Lens Cover if it is damaged (cracked, scratched, soiled or pitted).

1. To Replace the Cover:
   • A. Lift up on the tab at the bottom of the outer frame to unsnap the frame and access the lens cover. Pull out the lens cover.
   • B. Remove the protection film from both sides of the new Lens if it comes with a film covering.
   • C. Place the new lens into place and snap the frame securely to hold the lens in place.
2. Clean the filter lens with a clean lint free tissue or cotton cloth.
3. Do not immerse the lens in water or any other liquid. Do not use abrasives, solvents or oil-based cleaners.
4. Storage temperature -4° F to 158° F.

Parts List and Diagram

Trouble Shooting

1. Poor Vision
   a. Front/Inside Cover Lens and/or filter dirty or damaged (clean or replace lens).
   b. Insufficient ambient light.

2. Welding Helmet Slips
   a. Headband is not adjusted properly (must be lowered).

Warning!! Stop using the Helmet Immediately If any of the mentioned problems cannot be corrected

LIMITED WARRANTY

This information applies to Smarter Tools products purchased in the USA and Canada.

September 2015
LIMITED WARRANTY: Smarter Tools™, Inc. warrants to customers of authorized distributors (“Purchaser”) that its products will be free of defects in workmanship or material. Should any failure to conform to this warranty appear within the warranty period stated below, Smarter Tools shall, upon notification thereof and substantiation that the product has been stored, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with Smarter Tools’ specifications, instructions, recommendations and recognized standard industry practice, and not subject to misuse, repair, neglect, alteration, or damage, correct such defects by suitable repair or replacement, at Smarter Tools’ sole option, of any components or parts of the product determined by Smarter Tools to be defective.

This warranty is exclusive and in lieu of any warranty of merchantability, fitness for any particular purpose, or other warranty of quality, whether express, implied, or statutory.
Limitation of liability: Smarter Tools shall not under any circumstances be liable for special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including but not limited to lost profits and business interruption. The remedies of the purchaser set forth herein are exclusive, and the liability of Smarter Tools with respect to any contract, or anything done in connection therewith such as the performance or breach thereof, or from the manufacture, sale, delivery, resale, or use of any goods covered by or furnished by Smarter Tools, whether arising out of contract, tort, including negligence or strict liability, or under any warranty, or otherwise, shall not
exceed the price of the goods upon which such liability is based.

No employee, agent, or representative of Smarter Tools is authorized to change this warranty in any way or grant any other warranty, and Smarter Tools shall not be bound by any such attempt. Correction of non-conformities, in the manner and time provided herein, constitutes fulfillment of Smart Tools’ obligations to purchaser with respect to the product.
This warranty is void, and seller bears no liability hereunder, if purchaser used replacement parts or accessories which, in Smarter Tools’ sole judgment, impaired the safety or performance of any Smarter Tools product. Purchaser’s rights under this warranty are void if the product is sold to purchaser by unauthorized persons.

The warranty is effective for the period of 3-years beginning on the date that the authorized distributor delivers the products to the Purchaser. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event shall the warranty period extend more than the time stated plus one year from the date Smarter Tools delivered the product to the authorized distributor.

Warranty repairs or replacement claims under this limited warranty must be submitted to Smarter Tools Customer Service (888-241-8498 or
http://www.usesmartertools.com/customerservice) or an authorized Smarter Tools repair facility within thirty (30) days of purchaser’s discovery of any defect. Smarter Tools shall pay no transportation costs of any kind under this warranty. Transportation charges to send products to an authorized warranty repair facility shall be the responsibility of the Purchaser. All returned goods shall be at the Purchaser’s risk and expense.
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