GYS FLIP FLAP 11 Arc Welding Battery Chargers and Body Repair User Manual

**FLIP FLAP 11

**www.gys.fr
V12 – 04/09/2024 – Ref. 042513
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This user’s manual includes information on the operation of the equipment and the precautions to be followed for the user’s safety. Please read it carefully before first use and keep it in a safe place for future reference. These instructions must be read and understood before any operation. Any modification or maintenance not indicated in the manual must not be undertaken. Any damage to persons or property caused by use not in accordance with the instructions in this manual shall not be borne by the manufacturer. In the event of a problem or uncertainty, consult a qualified person to handle the product correctly.
Use the welding helmet only for eye and face protection against harmful ultra violet and infrared radiation, sparks and spatter from welding.
Never look directly at welding arcs without eye protection when the arc is initiated. Failure to do so may cause painful inflammation of the cornea and potentially irreversible damage to the lens which may result in cataracts.
Look out! Danger of injury if a person wearing a welding helmet and goggles is hit by particles thrown at high speed.
The welding helmet and shields do not guarantee unlimited protection against major shocks or impacts, explosive mechanisms or corrosive liquids. Avoid welding or cutting in these severe environments.
Do not weld or cut above his head with this mask.
Move his face away from the smoky area. Use forced ventilation or local exhaust to remove smoke.
Oxyacetylene, laser or gas welding and cutting is not permitted with this mask.

Before each use :

• Carefully inspect the mask.
• Replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
• Replace face shields if they are cracked or scratched to prevent damage to the user’s eyes.

The headband can potentially cause allergies in sensitive individuals.
The welding helmet must be moved carefully to avoid damage the guards and/or protective shell.

Maintenance :

• Do not place heavy objects or tools on or in the facepiece to avoid damage to the face shields.
  Welding helmet storage temperatures range from -10°C to +60°C.

• Regularly clean and change the guard screens.

• Clean the inside and outside of the welding helmet with a neutral detergent-disinfectant. Do not use solvents.

• Make sure that the sensors and cell are not obstructed by dust or debris.

• We recommend using the welding helmet and visors for 5 years. The length of use depends on various factors such as type of use, cleaning, storage and maintenance.

BEFORE WELDING

• Check that the welding helmet is in good condition and headband adjustment.
• Check whether the front cover lens and the front frame are inserted and fixed in place. In case of anomalie, please proceed to its reconditionning.
• Make sure that the protection films on both screens are removed.
• Check that the protection level matches your welding processes. Please refer to the following chart to help your choice (cf. welding process board)

OPERATION

The FLIP-FLAP helmet can be used in two positions:

1. Visor up; for general works i.e. grinding (not suitable for welding).
2. Visor down; for welding work – Shade 11 screen.

PRECAUTIONS

• The welding helmet is suitable for use with virtually all welding processes except Oxy-Acetylene welding, laser welding and gas welding.
• Standard protective screens must be installed on both inside and outside surfaces of the module. Failure to use protective screens may constitute a safety hazard or result in irreparable damage to the module.

HEADBAND ADJUSTMENT

The FLIP FLAP 11 is equipped with a headband which can be adjsuted in multiple ways to suit the welder: width – height (1), inclination (2) and longitudinal adjustment (3).

MAINTENANCE

• Expiration date : No expiration date for this product but the state of the FLIP FLAP 11 welding helmet must be checked before each use.
• The welding helmet must not fall down.
• Do not use any tools or other sharp objects to remove any components of helmet. Doing so may damage helmet preventing proper function, possibly causing injury or cancellation of the warranty.

REPLACEMENT OF THE EXTERNAL GUARD SCREEN (040816)

The outer guard (2) can be removed from the inside of the visor. Lift the visor to gain access and remove the screen.
When changing the screen, remember to remove the protective film beforehand.
This film cannot be removed when the face shield is already in position in the mask.

REPLACEMENT OF THE INNER GUARD SCREEN (076815)

To change the inner face shield, lift the visor. Apply pressure to the shield from the inside of the facepiece to remove it from its slots. Replace it by inserting the new shield into the slots from the outside of the mask.
When replacing, remember to remove the protective film first.

SAFETY LABEL

This label is displayed inside the welding helmet. It is important that the user understands the safety symbols signification. The list numbers match image numbers.

Legend :
A. Warning ! Beware ! There are possible dangers as per the different symbols.

1. Read the instructions carefully before using the product or before welding.

2. Do not remove the warning label and do not paint on it.

3. Follow settings instructions and maintenance of the protective screens, the headband and the hood.

4. Inspect the helmet carefully. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately. Cracked, scratched, protective screens decrease protection. Replace them immediately to avoid
   damaging your eyes.

5. Warning, if the UV/IR filter does not tint whilst welding or cutting, stop immediately and consult the user manual.

6. Arc radiation can cause eyes and skin burns.
   6.1. Use a welding helmet with a good filtration or opacity. Wear complete protective clothing..
   6.2. The helmet and protective screen do not gurantee unlimited protection against, shocks, impacts, explosions or corrosive liquid. Avoid welding or cutting in rough  envirionment.
   6.3. Do not weld or cut above your head with this helmet.

7. Keep your head away from the smoke-filled area. Use a forced ventilation or a local aspiration system to eliminate smoke.

8. The oxyacetylene welding-cutting, laser or gas is not authorised with this helmet.

GUARD SCREENS MARKING

The appropriate marking is on the product, below is the signification of the marking

Internal guard screen
Manufacturer identification| WWH
Optical class (1: Continuous work / 2: Intermittent work / 3: Occasional work with permanent wearing ban)| 1
Protection against high speed particles – F : Low energy impact –  B: Medium energy impact| F

Marking

WELDING HELMET MARKING

Each welding helmet is stamped in accordance with EN ISO 16321-2 : 2021 standard

Filtration performance

• W : Welding filter
• U : Ultra-Violet filter
• G : Solar filter
• R : Infrared filter

Impact levels

• C : 6mm ball and 0.86g at 45 m/s /
• D : 6mm ball and 0.86g at 80 m/s /
• E : 6mm ball and 0.86g at 120 m/s /
• Protectors that have suffered an impact must not be used and must be discarded and replaced.
• If the impact level symbols on the lens/filter and frame do not match, the lowest level should be assigned to the complete protector.
• Protection corresponding to code numbers/letters 7, 9, CH is provided by the complete protector only if the respective symbols are identical on the lens and frame.

WELDING PROCESS

NOTE :  The term «heavy metals» covers steels, alloyed steels, copper and its alloys etc.

PARTS LIST

WARRANTY

The warranty covers faulty workmanship for 2 years from the date of purchase (parts and labour).
The warranty does not cover:

• Transit damage.

• Presence of scrapers: work without protective glass (guard screen)

• Damages due to misuse (dropping of equipment, disassembling).

• broken glasses
  In case of failure, return the unit to your distributor together with:

• The proof of purchase (receipt etc …)

• A description of the fault reported

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

The welding helmet FLIP FLAP 11 complies with (UE) 2016/425. This confirmity is established in compliance with EN ISO 16321-2 : 2021, EN 166 : 2001, EN 169 :2002.
Glass model : PWF11 Model of the helmet : WF4

| – Device complies with europeans directives, The EU declaration of conformity is available on our website (www.gys.fr).
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| – This hardware is subject to waste collection according to the European directives 2002/96/UE. Do not throw out in a domestic bin !
| – This product should be recycled appropriately

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