SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown in the adjoining symbols. D Read and follow Section 1 for all safety symbols. ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin. Arc rays from the welding process produce intense visible and invisible (ultravio- let and infrared) rays that can burn eyes and skin.
SECTION 2 − SPECIFICATIONS XTF Technical Specifications (Fixed Shade #10) Cartridge Dimensions Viewing Field Reaction Time Available Shades Sensors Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Power Supply Total Weight Standards Warranty NOTE: Expose the solar cell to bright sunlight for 30 minutes before use.
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XTV Technical Specifications (#9 − #12 Variable Shade) Cartridge Dimensions Viewing Field Reaction Time Available Shades Sensors Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Power Supply Total Weight Standards Warranty Sensitivity Control light levels Delay Control Automatic Power Off Low Battery Indicator On/Off Button Low Battery Indicator Lens...
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XTP Technical Specifications (Professional #9 − #13 Variable Shade) Cartridge Dimensions Viewing Field Reaction Time Available Shades Sensors Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Power Supply Total Weight Standards Warranty Sensitivity Control light levels Delay Control Automatic Power Off Low Battery Indicator Shade Control On/Off Button Low Battery...
Note: The lens will Auto-Off (clear state − #4) 15−20 minutes after the last arc. It will be necessary to press the ON button to resume welding. Note: The XTF model has no On/Auto-Off button; the helmet turns on au- tomatically.
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Low Battery Indicator The low battery indicator lights when 2−3 days of battery life remain (see battery recommendations below). Model XTF: Non-replaceable Lithium battery. Model XTV: Replace with 2 AAA Alkaline batteries. Model XTP: Replace with Lithium battery CR2450. Page 6...
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Adjustment of the Headgear for Maximum Comfort There are four adjustments on Hobart headgear that can be adjusted for maximum comfort: 1. Headgear Top – Adjusts headgear for proper depth on the head to en- sure correct balance and stability. 2.
90 degrees. Replace with Lithium battery CR2450. (Note: be sure the battery positive (+) terminal is up.) Replace the cover and then press On button. NOTE: The XTF model has a non-replaceable Lithium battery. SECTION 5 − MAINTENANCE Cleaning The helmet requires little maintenance, however for best performance we recommend cleaning after use.
SECTION 6 − TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Not ON – auto-lens will not darken momentarily when turned on. Not switching – auto-lens stays light and will not darken when welding. Not Switching – auto-lens stays dark after the weld arc is extinguished, or the auto-lens stays dark when no arc is present.
SECTION 7 − LIMITED WARRANTY Effective December 1, 2005 LIMITED WARRANTY – Subject to the terms and conditions below. Hobart Welding Retail, Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to its original retail purchaser that the new Ho- bart equipment sold after the effective date of this limited warranty is free of defects in material and workmanship at the time it is purchased at the retailer.
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Visit our website at www.HobartWelders.com Hobart Welders 1635 West Spencer Street Appleton, WI 54914 USA Phone: 800-332-3281 PRINTED IN USA 2006 Hobart Welders...