Sensitivity Control − Xvs Model - Hobart XFS Series Owner's Manual

3-6. Sensitivity Control − XVS Model
Stick Electrode
Short Circuiting (MIG)
Pulsed & Spray (MIG)
Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG)
Plasma Arc Cutting/Welding
1
Recommended Sensitivity Settings
1 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. Adjust helmet sensi-
tivity as follows:
.
Adjust helmet sensitivity in light-
ing conditions helmet will be
used in.
S
Turn sensitivity control to lowest
setting.
S
Press On button to turn helmet
On. Helmet lens will darken
twice and then clear.
S
Face the helmet in the direction
of use, exposing it to the sur-
rounding light conditions.
S
Gradually turn sensitivity setting
clockwise until the lens dark-
ens, then turn sensitivity control
counterclockwise until slightly
past setting where lens clears.
Helmet is ready for use. Slight
readjustment may be neces-
sary for certain applications or if
lens is flashing on and off.
Mid-Range
Low/Mid-Range
Mid-Range
Mid/High-Range
Low/Mid-Range
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