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Hobart XFS Series Owner's Manual

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Auto-Darkening Welding Helmets
HOBART XFS Series
HOBART XVS Series
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OM-221 534E
2011−11

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  • Page 1 OM-221 534E 2011−11 Auto-Darkening Welding Helmets HOBART XFS Series HOBART XVS Series...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 − WELDING HELMET SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING 1-1. Symbol Usage ............. 1-2.

  • Page 3: Section 1 − Welding Helmet Safety Precautions − Read Before Using

    SECTION 1 − WELDING HELMET SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING helmet 2011−10 Protect yourself and others from injury — read, follow, and save these important safety precautions and operating instructions. 1-1. Symbol Usage DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous Indicates special instructions. situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 4: Proposition 65 Warnings

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

  • Page 5: Section 2 − Specifications

    SECTION 2 − SPECIFICATIONS XFS Technical Specifications (Fixed Shade No.10) Cartridge Dimensions 4.33 x 3.54 x 0.39 in. (110 x 90 x 10 mm) Viewing Field 3.75 x 1.37 in. (95 x 35 mm) Reaction Time Light To Dark: 0.00028 second (1/3,600) Dark To Light: 0.12 Second Available Shades Darkened State: No.

  • Page 6: Section 3 − Operating Instructions

    SECTION 3 − OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-1. Helmet Controls − XFS Model Expose the solar cell to bright sunlight for 30 minutes before using welding helmet. The XFS model uses a non-replaceable Lithium battery. The XFS model has no On button. The helmet turns on automatically.

  • Page 7: On Button And Low Battery Indicator − Xvs Model

    3-3. On Button And Low Battery Indicator − XVS Model On Button Press the On button to check if the lens is working properly. When the On button is pressed, the lens should darken twice and return to the clear state. Do not use the helmet if the lens does not function described...

  • Page 8: Variable Shade Control − Xvs Model

    3-5. Variable Shade Control − XVS Model Variable Shade Control (No. 9 − 13) Use the control to adjust the lens shade in the darkened state. Use the table below to select proper shade control setting based on your welding process. Start at shade 13 and adjust lighter to suit the welding application and your personal preference.

  • Page 9: Sensitivity Control − Xvs Model

    3-6. Sensitivity Control − XVS Model Sensitivity Control Use control to make the lens more responsive to different light levels in various welding processes. Use a Mid-Range or 30−50% sensitivity setting for most applications. It may be necessary to adjust helmet sensitivity to accommodate different lighting conditions or if lens is flash- ing on and off.

  • Page 10: Section 4 − Adjusting Headgear

    SECTION 4 − ADJUSTING HEADGEAR The helmet view is typical of all units. Your helmet may differ slightly from that shown. There are four headgear adjust- ments: headgear top, tightness, angle adjustment, and distance adjustment. Headgear Top Adjusts headgear for proper depth on the head to ensure correct bal- ance and stability.

  • Page 11: Section 5 − Replacing The Lens Covers

    SECTION 5 − REPLACING THE LENS COVERS 5-1. Replacing Outside Lens Cover Never use the auto-darkening lens without the inside and outside lens covers properly installed. Welding spatter will damage the auto-darkening lens and void the warranty Place helmet on a flat surface. Grasp the front lens holder with one hand while pushing the inside re- taining clips of the lens holder outward.

  • Page 12: Section 6 − Replacing The Battery

    SECTION 6 − REPLACING THE BATTERY The XFS helmet has a non-replaceable Lithium battery. XVS Auto-Darkening Lens Battery Cover Slide cover to left and remove batter- ies. Install two AAA Alkaline batteries and replace cover. Be sure the positive (+) side of the battery is aligned with positive (+) terminal.

  • Page 13: Section 8 − Troubleshooting

    SECTION 8 − TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Remedy Auto-lens not On; auto- XFS Models: lens does not darken mo- Expose the solar cell to bright sunlight for 30 minutes before use. mentarily when arc is XVS Models: struck (XFS) or On button Check batteries and verify they are in good condition and installed is pressed (XVS).

  • Page 14: Section 9 − Limited Warranty

    Retail, Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to its original retail purchaser that the new Hobart equipment sold after the effective date of this limited warranty is free of de- fects in material and workmanship at the time it is purchased at the retailer. THIS...

  • Page 15: Section 10 − Parts List

    ... . 770 455 ..Lens, Helmet Auto Darkening (XFS Series) ..... .
  • Page 16 Visit our website at www.hobartwelders.com Hobart Welding Products 1635 West Spencer Street Appleton, WI 54914 USA Phone: 800-332-3281 (Warranty Service) or 800−626−9420 (Product Information) Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc. © ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS 2010 Hobart Welding Products...

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