Page 1
Operating instructions spare parts list Welding helmet CLOOS Arc Flash 4 evo Rev. 1.2 Original instructions...
Page 2
The CLOOS welding filters are tested for eye protection by the following notified body: ECS GmbH, Obere Bahnstrasse 74, 73431 Aalen, Germany, notified body 1883, that provides approval and continual quality system under the control of the European Commission, the German Ministry for Work and the Central Office of the Provinces.
1. General information 1.1 Operating instructions These operating instructions contain important information for the safe, efficient handling of the device. Compliance with all of the safety instruc- tions and operating instructions contained herein is a pre-condition for safe working with the device. Illustrations in these instructions are intended to provide a basic under- standing, and may differ from the actual design of the device.
1.3 Limitation of liability All information and notes in this manual were compiled taking into con- sideration the applicable standards and regulations and the state of the art, as well as our many years of knowledge and experience . The manufacturer assumes no liability for damages caused by: • Non-observance of the manual • Improper use • Use of untrained and non-instructed personnel...
2. Safety 2.1 Proper use The device is only to be used for the following purpose: The device affords reliable protection for the eyes whilst electric arc welding. It offers permanent protection against UV/IR rays, heat & sparks in any state from the clear to dark. The welding helmet can be used for the following applications: • Electrode • MIG...
2.4 Hazards The warning and safety notices listed here and in the operations chapters of these instructions must be observed in order to prevent potential harm to health and hazardous situations. Radiation DANGER! Ultraviolet and infrared radiation are released during welding. This can cause a painful inflammation of the cornea and irreparable damage to the lens of the eye leading to cataracts.
3. Technical data 3.1 Environmental condition 3.1.1 Ambient temperature Welding helmets and filters only resist a certain amount of heat. Please do not place them near naked flames or hot work areas etc. Operating temperature of electronic filter -5°C…55°C. 3.1.2 Humidity The auto-darkening filters fitted in the helmets are not waterproof and will not work properly if they have been in contact with water.
4. Function and use Welding helmets afford reliable protection for the eyes whilst electric arc welding. They offer permanent protection against UV/IR rays, heat & sparks in any state from the clear to dark. The protection shades of the welding helmets have been chosen to avoid eye damage caused by the welding arc.
4.1.2 Setting the shade On the welding helmet, the welding shade is selected by pushing the "Weld/Grind" button. 2 ranges of welding shades are available: • From DIN 5 to DIN 8, and • From DIN 9 to DIN 13, Select the welding shade by pushing the arrows on the Range button, up and down to clear or darken the welding shade.
4.1.3 Recommended shadelevels The most suitable shadelevel settings can be found on this chart or choose using your experience. This setting can also be made manually during the welding process. Current internally in amperes 125 175 225 275 350 450 100 150 200 250 300 400 500 Welding process or related techniques Flux core electrodes...
4.1.5 Setting the delay The clearing delay can be adjusted manually by selecting the Delay MODE and then by pushing the arrows on the "Ranges" button, up and down, to select a delay between a fast clear (0.1 s) up to a slow clear (1.9 s). 4.1.6 Testing settings Before use of the welding helmet the auto darkening filter (ADF) and hel- met needs to be checked according to the following procedure:...
• Clean with a commercial disinfectant If a filter should be replaced on a welding helmet, use exclusively certified products. (DIN-CE marks). We recommend the use of CLOOS welding filters in all CLOOS Arc Flash helmets. The filter itself contains no special or toxic products and can be disposed of in the same way as other electronic devices.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Arc Flash 4 evo and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers