UNIVERSAL ADF DIN 8-13 Flip up Leather Welding Mask User Manual

UNIVERSAL ADF DIN 8-13 Flip up Leather Welding Mask

Specifications:

• Model: FORGE FLEX
• Optical Class: DIN 10/11
• Viewing Area: Standard
• Cartridge Size: Standard
• Arc Sensor: Yes
• Light State: DIN 3
• Dark State: DIN 8-13
• Shade Control : Yes
• Power On/Off : Yes
• Sensitivity Control: Yes
• UV/IR Protection: Yes
• Power Supply: Solar Cell, Replaceable Battery
• Low Battery Alarm : Yes
• Switching Time Dark to Light : Adjustable
• Low Amperage TIG Rated : Yes
• Operating Temp.: Standard
• Storing Temp.: Standard
• Mask Material : Leather
• Total Weight : Standard
• Application Range : Welding
• Approved by relevant safety standards

Product Usage Instructions

Before First Use:

1. Charge the welding mask by exposing the solar panel to sunlight or a light source for at least 1 hour.
2. Remove protective shipping film from both sides of the front lens.
3. Adjust the headgear for proper fit before using the mask.

Installation and Setup:

For FORGE FLEX with ADF 8-13:

1. Install batteries correctly according to polarity markings on the battery cover.
2. Adjust settings for delay time, sensitivity, and shade number based on your welding application.

Maintenance:

1. Regularly clean the mask and lenses to ensure clear visibility.
2. Check and replace batteries as needed.

FAQ

• Q: How should I store the welding mask when not in use?
  • A: Store the mask in a dry, cool, and dark area. Remove the battery if not using it for an extended period.
• Q: How do I adjust the headgear to fit properly?
  • A : Reset the headgear to reduce the distance between the eyes and the filter lens for a comfortable fit.
• Q: What should I do if the mask fails to function properly?
  • A: Check battery surfaces, contacts, and installation. Ensure settings are correct for your welding application.

Applicable model

SHADE GLASS DIN 8,9,10,11,12 ADF DIN 8-13

SAFETY WARNINGS – READ BEFORE USING

WARNING

Read & Understand All Instructions Before Using

The Universal Forge Flex series flip-up leather welding masks are designed to protect the eyes and face from sparks, spatter, and harmful radiation under normal welding conditions. The flip-up leather welding masks come unassembled. A welding filter of choice must be fitted.  Before use, it must be adjusted properly. Check battery surfaces and contacts and clean it necessary. Verify if the battery is in good condition and installed properly. Set up for delay time, sensitivity, and shade number for your application(For ADF 8-13).
The flip-up leather welding masks should be stored in dry, cool, and dark areas. Remove the battery when not using it for a long time (For ADF 8-13 only).

WARNING

In order to protect the wearer, correct selection, training, use, and maintenance of the product are very necessary, please read the instructions before using this product

• Use of this product for other operations, such as laser welding/cutting, may cause permanent eyes injury and visual loss.
• Materials in contact with skin may cause skin allergic reactions in a small number of people.
• Do not make any modifications to either the filter or mask, unless specified in this manual. Do not 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.
• Dispose of waste product parts in accordance with local regulations.

WARNING
Severe personal injury could occur if the user fails to follow the above- mentioned warnings, and/or fails to follow the operating instructions.

COMMON PROBLEMS AND REMEDIES

• Irregular Darkening Dimming
  Headgear has been set unevenly and there is an uneven distance from the eyes to the filter lens (Reset the headgear to reduce the difference to the filter).

• Auto-Darkening filter does not darken or flicker

  • ① Front cover lens is soiled or damaged (Change the cover lens).
  • ② Sensors are soiled (Clean the surface of the sensor).
  • ③ Welding current is too low (Reset the sensitivity level to higher).
  • ④ Check the battery and verify they are in good condition and installed properly. Also, check battery surfaces and contacts and clean if necessary. Please refer to the “POWER” on page 3.

• Slow response
  The operating temperature is too low (Do not use at temperatures below -10 °C or 14 °F).

• Poor vision

  • ① Front cover lens or the filter is soiled (Change lens).
  • ② There is insufficient ambient light.
  • ③ Shade number is incorrectly set (Reset the shade number).
  • ④ Check if removing the film on the front cover lens.

• Welding mask slips
  Headgear is not properly adjusted (Readjust the headgear).

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

WARNING! Before using the mask for welding, ensure that you have read and understood the safety instructions.

HEADGEAR ADJUSTMENT

Adjust the headgear to fit the wearer’s head circumference (See fig.1a & fig.1b).

FORGE FLEX with ADF

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. The flip-up leather welding masks need to be charged prior to use and after extended storage. Leave the solar panel on the mask facing the sun or bulb light for at least 1 hour before first use.
2. Remove the protective shipping film from both sides of the front lens (if not already done).
3. The mask comes assembled, but before it can be used, the headgear must be adjusted for proper fit.

FORGE FLEX with ADF 8-13

• BATTERY INSTALLATION
  Open the battery cover and install batteries according to positive and negative terminal markings on the battery cover (See fig.2).

• POWER
  This ADF cartridge is powered by solar cell and 2 CR1025 lithium batteries. Replace batteries when LOW BATTERY light is lit (See fig.3).

• SELECTING 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. Rotate the shade control knob on the cartridge, white point on the knob indicating the level (See fig.3).

• SENSITIVITY
  The sensitivity can be set to “HI” (high) or “LO” (low) by using the infinitely dial knob on the back of the shade cartridge, the white point on knob indicating the level. The “Mid-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 mask is disturbed by excess ambient light, or another welding machine close by, use the “LO” setting. (See fig.3). As a simple rule for optimum performance, it is recommended to set the sensitivity to the maximum at the beginning and then gradually reduce it, until the filter reacts only to the welding light flash and without annoying spurious triggering due to ambient light conditions (direct sun, intensive artificial light, neighboring welder’s arcs, etc.).

• 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 “S” (short: 0.1 sec.) or “L” (long: 1.0 sec.). As you require using the infinitely dial knob on the back of the shade cartridge, white point-on knob indicates the level (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 lower current TIG welding and TIG / MIG / MAG pulse.

SHADE GUIDE TABLE

NOTE:

• SMAW – Shielded Metal Arc Welding
• MIG (Heavy) – MIG on Heavy Metals
• PAW – Plasma Arc Welding
• SAW – Shielded Semi-Automatic Arc Welding
• TIG, GTAW – Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
• MIG (Light) – MIG on Light Alloys
• PAC – Plasma Arc Cutting
• MAG/CO2 – Metal Active Gas

MAINTENANCE

Eye pad replacement

When disassembling the eye pad, tear it off from one end. When replaced with new eye pad, fold eye pad in half, align it with the middle of back shell and attach it, then unfold it along both sides and attach it to the velcro on back holder (See fig.4).

Grind cover lens replacement

Flip up and push out the grind cover lens, and replace it with a new lens (See fig.5a/b).

• Outer cover lens replacement
  Remove the spring, filter, and old outer cover lens, replace them with new outer cover lens, and install the filter and spring (See fig.6a/b).

• Inner cover lens replacement(if applicable)
  Remove spring, replace it with a new inner cover lens, and install the spring (See fig.6a/b).

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

MODEL

| ****

FORGE FLEX

with shade glass (DIN10/11)

| ****

FORGE

FLEXwith ADF150F (DIN10/11)

| ****

FORGE FLEX

with ADF 8-13

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Optical Class| ――| 1 / 1 / 1 / 2| 1 / 1 / 1 / 2
Viewing Area| 95 x 42 mm

(3.74” x 1.65”)

| 92 x 35 mm

(3.62″ x 1.38″)

| 92.1 x 35.1 mm

(3.63″ x 1.38″)

Cartridge Size| ――| 108 x 50.8 x 5 mm

(4.25″ x 2.0″ x 0.20″)

| 108 x 50.8 x 8 mm

(4.25″ x 2.00″ x 0.31″)

Arc Sensor| ――| 2| 2
Light State| ――| DIN 3| DIN 3
Dark State| DIN 10 / DIN11| DIN 10 / DIN11| DIN 8 ~ 13
Shade Control| ――| ――| Internal, Variable Shade
Power On/Off| ――| Fully Automatic| Fully Automatic
Sensitivity Control| ――| ――| Low — High, by infinitely dial knob
UV/IR Protection| Up to Shade DIN16 at all times
Power Supply| ――| Solar cell. Re-chargeable battery

No battery change required

| Solar cell. Battery replaceable,

2 x CR1025 lithium battery

Low Battery Alarm| ――| ――| Yes, red light indicator
Switching Time| ――| 1/4,000 s. from Light to Dark| 1/10,000 s. from Light to Dark
Dark to Light| ――| 0.25 ~ 0.45s| 0.1~1.0 s by infinitely dial knob
Low Amperage TIG Rated| ――| ≥ 35 amps (DC); ≥ 35 amps (AC)| ≥ 5 amps (DC); ≥ 5 amps (AC)
Operating Temp.| -20°C ~ +70°C (- 4°F ~ 158°F)| -5°C ~ +55°C (23°F ~ 131°F)| -10°C ~ +55°C (14°F ~ 131°F)
Storing Temp.| -20°C ~ +70°C (- 4°F ~ 158°F)| -20°C ~ +70°C (- 4°F ~ 158°F)| -20°C ~ +70°C (- 4°F ~ 158°F)
Mask Material| Grain leather
Total Weight| 351g| 342g| 363g
Application Range| Stick Welding (SMAW); TIG DC∾ TIG Pulse DC; TIG Pulse AC; MIG/MAG/CO2; MIG/MAG Pulse;

Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC); Plasma Arc Welding (PAW);

Air Carbon Arc Cutting (CAC-A)

Approved| CE, EN 166, DIN 58214, UKCA, EAC

PARTS LIST & ASSEMBLY

Part List

1. Optional filters. Refer to the actual product.
2. Optional inner cover lens. Refer to the actual product.

WARRANTY

Universal’s only obligation shall be repair, replace or refund the purchase price of such parts or products material and fabrication defects free of charge within the warranty period.
This warranty does not cover to cause by improper handling abuse or application other than recommended in the user instruction.
If you come across any problem during the warranty period, contact your distributor, send the defective parts together with the completed defect problem if necessary.

For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below:

DIN EN175 :1997
DIN EN379: 2009-07
(EU) 2016/425
UKCA-8-210967
Approved body No: 0194

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