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OM-240 362B
2008 −11
Expert Series Auto-Darkening Helmets
Model: XVX
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS −READ BEFORE USING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1-1. Symbol Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1-2. Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 SECTION 2 − SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 1-1. Symbol Usage DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous Indicates special instructions. situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text. Indicates a hazardous situation This group of symbols means Warning! Watch which, if not avoided, could result in Out! ELECTRIC SHOCK
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SECTION 2 − SPECIFICATIONS Viewing Field 97 x 60mm/3.875 x 2.375 in Reaction Time 0.0000500sec (1/20,000) Available Shades Darkened State: No. 9 − No. 13 / Light State: No. 4 provides continuous UV and IR protection Sensitivity/Grind Mode Control Adjusts for varying ambient light and welding arc Delay Control Slows lens dark-to-light state between 0.1 and 1.0 seconds Automatic Power Off Shuts lens Off 15 −20 minutes after last arc is struck Low Battery Indicator Red LED light illuminates to ind
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SECTION 3 − OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-1. Helmet Controls 1 Reset Button (See Section 3-2) 2 Low Battery Indicator (See Section 3-2) 3 Variable Shade Control (See Section 3-4) 4 Sensitivity Control (See Section 3-5) 1 23 4 5 5 Lens Delay Control (See Section 3-3) 804 847 OM-240 362 Page 3
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3-2. Reset Button And Low Battery Indicator The auto-darkening lens turns on (darkens) automatically when welding begins and turns off 15 − 20 minutes after welding stops. 1 2 1 Reset Button Press Reset button to check if the lens is working properly. When the Reset button is pressed, the lens should darken twice and return to the clear state. Do not use the helmet if the lens does not function as de- scribed. (See Section 9, Trouble- shooting.) 2 Low Battery Indicator The low battery indicato
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3-4. Variable Shade Control (No. 9 − 13) 1 Variable Shade Control (No. 9 − 13) Use the control to adjust the lens shade in the darkened state. Use the table below to select proper 1 shade control setting based on your welding process. Start at shade 12 and adjust lighter to suit the welding application and your personal preference. Application Welding Arc Current in Amperes Protective Shade No. Stick Electrodes Less than 40 9 40 −80 10 80 −175 11 175 −300 12 300 −500 13 MIG Less than 100 10 100
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3-5. Sensitivity Control 1 Sensitivity Control Weld Mode Use control to make the lens more respon- sive to different light levels in various weld- ing processes. Use a Mid-Range or 30 −50% sensitivity setting for most ap- 1 plications. It may be necessary to adjust helmet sensi- tivity to accommodate different lighting con- ditions or if lens is flashing On and Off. Ad- just helmet sensitivity as follows: Adjust helmet sensitivity in lighting con- ditions helmet will be used in. Turn sens
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SECTION 4 − ADJUSTING HEADGEAR There are four headgear adjust- ments: headgear top, tightness, angle adjustment, and distance adjustment. 1 Headgear Top Adjusts headgear for proper depth on the head to ensure correct bal- ance and stability. 1 2 Headgear Tightness 3 To adjust, push in the adjusting knob located on the back of the headgear and turn left or right to desired tight- ness. If adjustment is limited, it may be necessary to remove the com- fort cushion. 3 Distance Adjustment Adjusts
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SECTION 5 − REPLACING THE LENS COVERS 5-1. Replacing Outside Lens Cover ! Never use the auto-darkening lens without the inside and outside lens covers properly installed. Welding spatter will 1 2 2 damage the auto-darkening lens and void the warranty. 1 Front Lens Holder 2 Release Points 3 Lens Cover 4 Gasket Remove front lens holder by press- ing release points and pulling the holder away from the helmet. Remove lens cover and gasket from the holder. Replace lens cover and reinstall gasket and
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5-2. Replacing Inside Lens Cover ! Never use the auto-darkening lens without the inside and out- side lens covers properly installed. Welding spatter will damage the auto-darkening lens and void the warranty. 1 Lens Assembly 2 inside Lens Cover Remove the lens cover holder (see Section 5-1). Remove lens assembly. Remove the inside lens cover by pry- ing the cover up at either thumbnail opening at each side of the cover. Slide cover it out of either side of frame. Replace lens cover and rein- sta
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SECTION 6 − REPLACING THE BATTERY To replace the batteries, remove the auto-darkening lens assembly (see Section 5). 1 Battery Tray After removing the lens assembly, slide the battery holding trays out and remove the old batteries. Replace with CR2450 lithium type batteries (2 required) or equivalent (Hobart Part No. 770 284). Be sure Positive (+) side of the battery faces up (toward inside of helmet). Reinstall the battery trays. To test, press the Reset button. The lens should flash dark tw
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SECTION 7 − INSTALLING OPTIONAL MAGNIFYING LENS 1 Optional Magnifying Lens Starting at the bottom, slide magni- fying lens into the helmet retaining brackets. Align the magnifying lens with the auto-darkening lens as- sembly. Remove lens holding frame (with auto-darkening lens) from helmet shell. Remove auto-darkening lens from lens holder. Position lens holder with magnifying lens holding tabs facing toward you. From the bottom up, slide magnifying lens into posi- tion. (Slide magnifying
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SECTION 9 − TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Remedy Auto lens not ON – auto- Check batteries and verify they are in good condition and installed lens will not darken mo- properly. Also, check battery surfaces and contacts and clean if mentarily when the Reset necessary. Check battery for proper contact and gently adjust button is pressed. contact points if necessary. This is particularly important if the helmet has been dropped. Verify left and right battery trays are installed on the correct sides. Not
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SECTION 10 − PARTS LIST 2 1 3 5 4 6 804 814 Figure 10-1. Prowler Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet OM-240 362 Page 13
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Item Part No. No. Description Quantity Figure 10-1. Prowler Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet 1 . . . . . . . . 770613 . . . . Ratchet Headgear Assembly (Does Not Include Item 2) . . . . . . . 1 2 . . . . . . . . 770616 . . . . Comfort Cushion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 3 . . . . . . . . 770274 . . . . Diopter Lens 150X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . . . . . . . . . 770275 . . . . Diopter Lens 1
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SECTION 11 − LIMITED WARRANTY Effective January 1, 2008 LIMITED WARRANTY – Subject to the terms and conditions below. Hobart Welding Retail, Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to its original retail purchaser that the new Ho- bart equipment sold after the effective date of this limited warranty is free of defects in material and workmanship at the time it is purchased at the retailer. THIS WAR- RANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OR MERCHAN
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