AS8000D WELDING HELMET OPERATING MANUAL 1. Safety Please read and understand all instructions before using. • Be sure that the dark shade of the lens in the welding helmet is on the correct shade number for your application. • The helmet and lenses are not suitable for “overhead” welding application, laser welding, or laser cutting applications.
AS8000D WELDING HELMET OPERATING MANUAL 2. Features 1/1/1/1 Classification Superior optical clarity with a 1/1/1/1 classification. Get an Auto-Darkening Filter (ADF) that’s scored top marks across the board for a crystal-clear view of your weld at every angle. Memory States Store up to three of your most frequently used shade settings with the memory state buttons and have your helmet ready to go in an instant.
AS8000D WELDING HELMET OPERATING MANUAL 3. Specifications 3.1 Technical Data Parameter Values AS8000D Filter Dimensions 114x133x9.5mm View Size 100x83.4mm Arc Sensors Classification 1/1/1/1 Light State Dark State 5-13 UV/IR Protection DIN15 Time from Light to Dark 0.04ms Time from Dark to Light 0.1-0.9s...
Choose an optimum shade number for the required welding process or application. If this lens does not darken when striking an arc, stop welding immediately and check the helmet is in Weld Mode and not Grind Mode. If the issue persists, contact your local Xcel-Arc Service Department.
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AS8000D WELDING HELMET OPERATING MANUAL Sensitivity Control The responsiveness to different light levels in various welding processes can be adjusted in the range 1-5 (from low to high). Press the Sensitivity Button (3) to edit the setting, the current sensitivity level will flash on the screen (from 1 to 5).
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AS8000D WELDING HELMET OPERATING MANUAL Memory State Settings The three most frequently used settings can be stored and reactivated easily by using the three Memory Buttons (6). By default, this helmet will display your last used settings when it is turned on.
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AS8000D WELDING HELMET OPERATING MANUAL Power Supply & Replacing The Battery The power of the auto-darkening helmet is provided by solar cells and a CR2450 lithium battery. To change the batteries, remove the ADF from the ADF frame. The battery compartment is on the bottom of the ADF, open the compartment to replace the battery.
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• The arc light must be visible completely by all arc sensors. If not, the ADF may struggle to detect an arc and may not activate the selected shade. • Please use the automatic filter at a temperature between -10°C-65°C (14°F-149°F). • Do not disassemble the filter. If any problems arise, please contact your local Xcel-Arc service department.
AS8000D WELDING HELMET OPERATING MANUAL 6. Harness Operating Instructions 6.1 Neck Band Adjustment To tighten the neck band, turn the neck band adjustment dial rotate-r clockwise . To loosen the neck band, turn the neck band adjustment dial rotate-l anti-clockwise. 6.2 Head Strap Adjustment To adjust the head straps, first push the head strap lock out of the current position.
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AS8000D WELDING HELMET OPERATING MANUAL 6.3 Distance Adjustment To adjust the distance between your face and the lens, push the distance adjuster buttons. The helmet shell can now move towards or away from your face. Release the buttons to lock the shell into position.
8. Warranty Xcel-Arc auto-darkening welding helmets are covered for warranty for up to three years from the date of purchase from authorised Xcel-Arc dealers. The duration of use depends on various factors such as use, cleaning storage and maintenance. Frequent inspections...
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