General
safety warnings
Dark shade number selection
The shade number can be set manually between DIN9-DIN13. Also if you need for
grinding, you can set the shade number to “GRIND”. Check the shade guide table to
determine the proper shade number for your application. Select a shade number by the
shade knob(Seeing the Shade Guide Table No.1). Before welding, the sensitivity shall be
correctly set by turning knob K2 to the critical point between bright and dark. The shade
goes darker from 9 to 13 gradually by turning knob K1.
WARNING! For your own protection, please read these instructions carefully before using
auto-darkening welding helmet.
Auto-darkening welding helmet is designed to protect the eyes and faces from spark,
spatter, and harmful radiation under normal welding conditions. Auto-darkening filter
automatically changes from light state to dark state when the arc is struck, and returns
to the light state when welding stopped.
Auto-darkening 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.
Check the front cover lens to make sure that they are clean and no dirt covering the two
sensors on the front of filter cartridge. Also please check the front/inside cover lens and
the front cover retaining frame to make sure that they are secure.
Check all operating parts before use, if there are signals of wear or damage. Any
scratched, cracked or pitted parts should be replaced i mmediately before using, again
to avoid severe personal injury.
Check for light tightness before each use.
Select a shade number by the shade knob (Seeing the Shade Guide Table No.1). Be sure
that the shade number is the correct setting for your application. Adjust headband so
that the helmet is seated as low as possible on the head and close to your face. Adjust
helmet’s angle in the lower position by turning the adjustable limitation washer.
General
safety warnings
Before welding
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