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Summary of Contents for WIA BLUE FX
- Page 1 Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet User Manual PROTECTION, PERFORMANCE & COMFORT AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE. 2 ARC SENSORS HIGH IMPACT RATING STICK, MIG & TIG 1 YEAR WARRANTY...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents SECTION 1 - WELDING HELMET SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING ....1 1-1. Symbol Usage........................1 1-2. Arc Welding Hazards ......................1-2 1-3. Lens Shade Selection Table ....................3 SECTION 2 - SPECIFICATIONS ....................4 SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .................. 5 3-1. -
Page 3: Section 1 - Welding Helmet Safety Precautions - Read Before Using
1. Welding Helmet Safety Precautions - Read before Using 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 situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. - Page 4 WELDING HELMETS do not Provide Unlimited Eye, Ear & Face Protection. Arc rays from the welding process produce intense visible and invisible (ultraviolet and infrared) rays that can burn eyes and skin. Sparks fly off from the weld. • Use impact resistant safety spectacles or goggles and ear protection at all times when using this welding helmet.
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Page 5: Lens Shade Selection Table
1-3. Lens Shade Selection Table SUGGESTED ELECTRODE SIZE PROCESS CURRENT IN PROTECTIVE SHADE NO. (MM) AMPS SHADE NO. (COMFORT)* Less than 2.4mm Less than 60 Shielded Metal Arc Welding 2.4-4.0mm 60-160 (SMAW) 4.0-6.4mm 160-250 Gas Metal Less than 60 Arc Welding (GMAW) 60-160 Flux Cored Arc... -
Page 6: Section 2 - Specifications
Section 2 - Specifications Cartridge Dimensions 110 x 90 x 10mm Viewing Field 97 x 46mm Reaction Time 1/12,000 second Available Shades Darkened State: 9-13, Light State: 4 Sensors 2 Independent -5°C to +55°C Operating Temperature > When stores in extremely cold temperatures, warm helmet to ambient temperature before welding. -
Page 7: Section 3 - Operating Instructions
Section 3 - Operating Instructions 3-1. Helmet Controls > The Auto-Darkening lens turns on (darkens) automatically when welding begins and turns off 15-20 minutes after welding stops. 1. Weld On/Grind On Switch (See Section 3-3) GRIND 2. Variable Shade Control (See Section 3-5) WELD 3. -
Page 8: Weld On/Grind On Switch
3-3. Weld On/Grind On Switch 1. Weld On/Grind On Switch GRIND Do not weld in the Grind On mode; the lens will not darken. For welding applications, move the switch WELD BATTERY to the Weld On (up) position. For grinding applications, move the switch to the Grind On (down) position. -
Page 9: Variable Shade Control (No. 9-13)
3-5. Variable Shade Control (No. 9-13) 1. Variable Shade Control (No. 9-13) GRIND Use the control to adjust the lens shade in the darkened state. Use the table in section 1-4 to select the proper shade control setting WELD based on your welding process. BATTERY Start at shade 12 or 13 and adjust lighter to suit the welding application and your... -
Page 10: Sensitivity Control
3-6. Sensitivity Control GRIND WELD BATTERY Adjust helmet sensitivity 1. Sensitivity Control • Gradually turn sensitivity as follows: setting clockwise until the Use control to make the lens lens darkens, then turn > Adjust helmet sensitivity more responsive to different sensitivity control in lighting conditions light levels in various... -
Page 11: Section 4 - Adjusting The Headgear
Section 4 - Adjusting the Headgear > There are four headgear adjustments: headgear top, tightness, angle adjustment, and distance adjustment. 1. Headgear Top Adjusts headgear for proper depth on the head to ensure correct balance and stability. 2. Headgear Tightness To adjust, push in the adjusting knob located on the back of the headgear and turn left or right to desired tightness. -
Page 12: Section 5 - Replacing The Lens Covers
Section 5 - Replacing the Lens Covers 5-1. Replacing the Outside Lens Cover Never use the Place helmet upside down > Use the rubber gasket to auto-darkening lens on a flat surface. keep weld spatter away without the inside and from the auto-darkening Adjust or remove headgear outside lens covers... -
Page 13: Replacing The Inside Lens Cover
5-2. Replacing the Inside Lens Cover Place helmet upside down Remove inside protective Never use the on a flat surface. lens at the marked auto-darkening lens locations and replace with without the inside and Adjust or remove headgear new lens. outside lens covers to improve access to lens properly installed. -
Page 14: Removing Auto-Darkening Lens Assembly
5-3. Removing Auto-Darkening Lens Assembly Place helmet upside down Never use the on a flat surface. auto-darkening lens without the inside and Adjust or remove headgear outside lens covers to improve access to lens properly installed. Welding assembly. spatter will damage the Gently release the top and auto-darkening lens and bottom auto-darkening... -
Page 15: Section 6 - Replacing The Battery
Remove battery by turning GRIND battery cover counter clockwise. Replace with CR2450 lithium battery. WELD WIA recommend using the Panasonic BATTERY battery, as the side edge and shoulder are straight and provide good connection to battery terminals. Battery is available as spare part number 217043 >... -
Page 16: Section 9 - Troubleshooting
Section 9 - Troubleshooting TROUBLE REMEDY Auto lens not on – Auto-lens will Check batteries and verify they are in good condition not darken momentarily when and installed properly. Also, check battery surfaces exposed to welding arc. and contacts and clean if necessary. Check battery for proper contact and gently adjust contact points if necessary. -
Page 17: Section 10 - Parts List
Section 10 - Parts List FIGURE 10-1. AUTO-DARKENING WELDING HELMET 1. Kit, Lens Holder (235661) 2. Outside Cover Lens (235665P) 3. Inside Cover Lens (770237P) 4. Replacement Auto-Darkening Lens (235662) 5. Ratchet Headgear Assembly (770246) 6. Magnifying Lens 1.5x (212238P) Magnifying Lens 2.0x (212240P) Magnifying Lens 2.5x (212242P) 7. -
Page 18: Section 11 - Limited Warranty
Section 11 - Limited Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY Welding Industries of Australia (WIA) warrants to the original retail purchaser that the WIA BlueFX auto-darkening welding helmet purchased (Product) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase of the Product by the customer. - Page 19 Notes...
- Page 20 235663 ISS 1 JAN 2017 welding.com.au 1300 300 884...
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