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OM-235 368A 2009−12 ® Auto-Darkening Helmets Model: AirArmort Cool BelttHelmet Cooling System To help us serve you better, go to www.MillerWelds.Com/HelmetReg/...
SECTION 1 − HELMET COOLER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 1-1. Symbol Usage Helmet Cooler 2009−10 DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous Indicates special instructions. situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
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D Before each use, inspect the equipment for damage and verify it operates properly. D Dangerous contaminants may not smell or be visible. Leave the area immediately if you notice the following: . . . Breathing becomes difficult..You experience dizziness, impaired vision, or eye, nose, or mouth irritation.
SECTION 2 − BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 2-1. Symbol Usage Small Batt 2009−10 DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous Indicates special instructions. situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
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BATTERY ACID can BURN SKIN and EYES. D Replace damaged battery. D Do not touch materials from inside a damaged battery. D Flush eyes and skin immediately with water. READ INSTRUCTIONS. D Read and follow all labels and the Owner’s Manual carefully before before using the battery or battery charger.
Industrial Hygienist. Use the cooling system only with compatible Miller welding helmets (____list?___). See the weld- ing helmet Owner’s Manual for information on helmet operation. The helmet cooling system draws in air and blows it into the welding helmet shroud through a flexible connecting hose.
3-2. Installing Headgear And Shroud After installing shroud, make sure there are no gaps between shroud and helmet edge. Standard Headgear Velcro Strip Cooling System Headgear Shroud Velcro On Shroud Remove knobs, o−rings, and washers from standard headgear. Remove headgear. Use supplied towelette to clean area inside helmet where Vel- cro®...
3-3. Charging The Battery used for three months 120 Volt AC Receptacle Charge battery only or longer, fully dis- (Not Shown) with supplied charger charge and recharge in an open, well−ven- Remove battery from blow- battery twice (for optim- tilated location. er assembly (Section 3-4).
3-4. Installing The Battery Do not allow battery to get wet. Do not attempt to open the battery case. Keep battery away from fire or heat. Battery Blower Assembly Slide battery into blower assembly until it locks into position. Battery Release To remove battery, lift battery re- lease while pulling battery away from blower assembly.
3-5. Installing The Filter Do not use the helmet cool- ing system without the spark guard screen and filter in- stalled. Replace damaged or dirty fil- ter. Do not wash filter, clean with compressed air, or re- use dirty filter. Filter is required for proper op- eration of equipment, but does not provide respiratory protec-...
3-6. Attaching The Connecting Hose Be sure connecting hose is properly installed or cooler will not work properly. Release Buttons Align hose connector (round end) with outlet on blower assembly. Press release buttons and slide hose connector over outlet until it locks in position Locking Tab Push hose connector (rectangular...
3-7. Operating The Controls Read and follow these instruc- tions and the safety labels carefully. This product is in- tended for use as a cooling de- vice only. It is not a respiratory protective device and does not protect the user from airborne contaminants.
3-8. Checking The Helmet Cooling System Before Use Battery (Sections 3-3 Read follow Do not restrict or alter And 3-4) helmet cooling sys- these instructions tem air flow. Be sure and the safety labels Verify the battery is fully safety glasses, hair, charged and securely in- carefully.
3-9. Putting On The Helmet Cooling System Do not use the equipment belt or straps as a safety har- ness. Place blower assembly against lower back with hose extending up- wards. Fasten belt around waist. Adjust belt so unit rests comfort- ably against lower back.
3-10. Changing Hose Length The hose can be shortened to im- prove comfort or meet personal re- quirements. Connector (Blower End) Collar Carefully pry collar away from con- nector. Do not remove collar from hose. Cut hose to desired length. Turn connector counterclockwise into hose.
3-11. Replacing Belt Screw Body Mount Belt Loops Remove screw and turn body ° mount 90 counterclockwise. Re- move belt from mount. Install new new belt as shown. Reassemble mount and tighten screw. Tools Needed: phillips OM-235 368 Page 15...
3-12. Maintenance And Storage Replace damaged or dirty filter. Do not wash filter, clean with compressed air, or reuse dirty filter. Never use solvents or abrasive cleaning solutions to clean the helmet cooling system . Keep water and other fluids out of blower assembly. Replace shroud after 50 washings.
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Battery run time is too Replace battery. short. Check filter and replace if necessary (see Section 3-5). A clogged filter element reduces battery life. Air supplied to helmet Continue wearing the helmet cooling system and leave the con- smells and tastes unusual; taminated area immediately.
SECTION 4 − PARTS LIST BATT H I G H / O F Ref. 805 193 Figure 4-1. Cool Belt Helmet Cooling System Item Part Description Quantity Figure 4-1. Cool Belt Helmet Cooling System ... . 245235 .
LIMITED WARRANTY – Subject to the terms and conditions below. Miller Electric Mfg. Co., Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to its original retail pur- chaser that the new Miller equipment sold after the effective date of this limited warranty is free of defects in material and workmanship at the time it is shipped by Miller.
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