Troubleshooting - Westfalia 76 53 13 Instruction Manual

Problem
Irregular darkening
dimming
Darkening filter does not
darken or flickers
Slow Response
Poor Vision
Welding helmet slips

Troubleshooting

Possible Solution
Headband has been set unevenly and there is an
uneven distance from the eyes to the lens for the
filter – re-adjust the headband to reduce the
distance from the eyes and the darkening filter.
Front cover lens is soiled or damaged. – Replace
the front cover lens
Sensors are soiled. – clean the surface of the
sensors
Welding current is too low.
Rechargeable battery of auto darkening filter
cartridge has discharged - expose the helmet
normal room light or daylight. The cartridge will be
restored after 5 or 10 min.
Operating temperature is too low – Do not use at
temperatures below -5°C
Front and inside cover lens and/or filter lens are
soiled – clean the lenses or the filter
Ambient light is insufficient – provide brighten
ambient light
Shade number is incorrectly set – reset the shade
number
Headband and headgear are not adjusted properly
– re-adjust headband and headgear
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