BossWeld FX-PRO User manual

AUTO- DARKENING
WELDING HELMET
MANUAL
FX-PRO

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The Solar-Powered Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet is suitable for most welding applications.
This helmet’s 1/30,000-second switch time automatically darkens the lens the moment you start
welding. No matter what shade the lter is set to, the UV/IR protection is always present.
ARC RAYS CAN INJURE EYES AND BURN SKIN
• Before welding, always inspect helmet and auto-darkening lter (ADF) to be sure they are tted properly
and in good condition.
• Keep the sensors, solar cell and lter lens clean. Clean the lter cartridge using a soapy water solution
and soft cloth. Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning detergent.
• Do not weld in the overhead position while using this helmet.
• Inspect the lter lens frequently and immediately replace any scratched, cracked, or pitted lter lens or
cover lenses.
• Always wear safety glasses or goggles under the welding helmet, and protective clothing to protect your
skin from radiation, burns and spatter.
WARNING
SAFETY WARNING
Thank you for choosing a BOSSWELD FX-PRO Auto darkening Welding Helmet
In this manual you will nd instructions on how to set up your welding helmet along with general welding
information safety information and helpful tips. We encourage you to go online to our website for more tips and
troubleshooting as well as many welding resources.
We truly hope you enjoy using your FX-PRO Auto darkening welding Helmet.

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The device and packaging material are not toys! Children must not be allowed to play with the helmet and its
accessories. Plastic parts and packaging are choking risks for children.
• Open the packaging and remove the helmet carefully.
• Check that the delivery is complete.
• If possible, store the packaging until the warranty period has expired.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
GLOVES AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Use protective gloves and re resistant protective clothing when welding.
Avoid exposing skin to ultraviolet rays produced by the arc.
WELDING HELMET
Under no circumstances should the welder be operated unless the operator is wearing a
welding helmet to protect the eyes and face. There is serious risk of eye damage if a helmet is
not used. The sparks and metal projectiles can cause serious damage to the eyes and face.
The light radiation produced by the arc can cause damage to eyesight, and burns to skin.
Never remove the welding helmet whilst welding.
SAFETY GLASSES
After welding use appropriate safety glasses when brushing, chipping or grinding the slag from
the weld.
OTHER PERSONS
Ensure that other persons are screened from the welding arc and are at least 15 metres away
from the work piece. Always ensure that the welding arc is screened from onlookers, or people
just passing by. Use screens if necessary, or non-reecting welding curtain. Do not let children
or animals have access to the welding equipment or to the work area.
SWITCHING OFF
When the operator has nished welding they must switch the welder off.
DO NOT put the electrode holder down with the welder switched ON.
When leaving the welder unattended, move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position and
disconnect the welder from the electrical mains supply.
Do not leave hot material unattended after welding.
FUMES &GASES ARE DANGEROUS
Smoke and gas generated whilst welding or cutting can be harmful to people’s health. Welding
produces fumes and gases. Breathing these fumes and gases can be hazardous to your health.
• Do not breathe the smoke and gas generated whilst welding or cutting, keep your head out of
the fumes
• Keep the working area well ventilated, use fume extraction or ventilation to remove welding
fumes and gases.
• In conned or heavy fume environments always wear an approved air-supplied respirator.
Welding fumes and gases can displace air and lower the oxygen level causing injury or
death. Be sure the breathing air is safe.
• Do not weld in locations near de-greasing, cleaning, or spraying operations.
The heat and rays of the arc can react with vapours to form highly toxic and irritating gases.
• Materials such as galvanized, lead, or cadmium plated steel, containing elements that can
give off toxic fumes when welded. Do not weld these materials unless the area is very well
ventilated, and or wearing an air supplied respirator.
GENERAL WARNINGS FOR WELDING

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Ensure a clear, well lit work area with unrestricted movement for the operator.
The work area should be well ventilated, as welding emits fumes which can be dangerous.
Always maintain easy access to the ON/OFF switch of the welder, and the electrical mains supply.
Do not expose the welder to rain and do not operate in damp or wet locations
WORK AREA WHEN WELDING
Where welding must be undertaken in environments with increased risk of electric shock, conned spaces
or in the presence of ammable or explosive materials, it is important that the environment be evaluated in
advance by an “expert supervisor”. It is also recommended that welding in these circumstances be carried
out in the presence of persons trained to intervene in emergencies.
AVOID ELECTRICAL CONTACT
Use adequate electrical insulation with regard to the electrode, the work piece and any accessible earthed
metal parts in the vicinity. Avoid direct contact with the welding circuit. The no load voltage between the
earth clamp and the electrode can be dangerous under certain circumstances.
Note: For additional protection from electric shock. It is recommended that this welder be used in conjunction
with a residual current device (RCD) with rated residual current of 30MA or less.
In general the use of extension leads should be avoided. If used however, ensure that the extension lead is
used with the welder is of a suitable current rating and heavy duty in nature that MUST have an earth
connection. If using the welder outdoors, ensure that the extension lead is suitable for outdoor use. Always
keep extension leads away from the welding zone, moisture and any hot materials.
WELDING SURFACES
Do not weld containers or pipes that hold, or have held, ammable liquids or combustible gases or pressure.
Do not weld on coated, painted or varnished surfaces as the coatings may ignite, or can give off dangerous
fumes.
WORK PIECE
When welding, the work piece will remain at high temperature for a relatively long period. The operator must
not touch the weld or the work piece unless wearing welding gloves. Always use pliers or tongs. Never touch
the welded material with bare hands until it has completely cooled.
VOLTAGE BETWEEN ELECTRODE HOLDERS OR TORCHES
Working with more than one welding machine on a single work piece, or on work pieces that are connected,
may generate a dangerous accumulation of no-load voltage between two different electrode holders or torch-
es, the value of which may reach double the allowed limit.

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Specications Description
Viewing Area 98×62mm
Cartridge Size 115×115mm
Arc Sensor 4
UV/IR Protection UP to shade DIN 16 at all times
Light State DIN 4
Dark State Variable shade 5~8/9~13
Sensitivity Control 5 Adjustments by Button from low to high
Switch Time 1/ 30,000S, from Light to Dark
Delay Control 5 Adjustments by Button from fast to slow 0.1-1.0s
Power Supply Solar cell +1 Replaceable CR2450 lithium battery
Grinding YES
TIG AMP Rating DC ≥ 5, AC ≥ 5
Operating Temperature -5°C to +55°C
Storing Temperature -20°C to +70°C
Other Functions On/Off Button & Low Voltage Indicator
FX-PRO HELMET SPECIFICATIONS

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Headgear Adjustment
1. Adjust the headgear diameter with the twist knob on the back.
Twist clockwise to tighten and counterclockwise to loosen.
2. Adjust the height by locking the pin
into the hole to lock securely in place.
3. To adjust the viewing angle, loosen the knob
on both sides of the helmet and change angle
locker to the desired tilt position
(positioned in the middle by default).
Once achieving the desire angle, tighten the knobs
until snug. The helmet should still swing up,
but it should not drift downward when in place
for welding.
4. To adjust the distance between the user’s face
and ADF, press down on the two lockers until the
headband can move back and forth freely,
reposition the headband at one of the 6 slots as
desired. This should be done one side at a time
and both sides should be located at the same
position for proper auto-darkening lter operation.
OPERATION
FX-PRO BREAKDOWN
Part No: Description
1 Delay Switch Button
2 Sensitivity Switch Button
3 Shade Switch Button
4 Display Screen
5LCD
6Power ON/OFF Button
7Mode Button
8Low Battery Indicator
9Battery Case
10 Solar Cell
11 Arc Sensor (x 4)
12 UV/IR Filter
Tighten
Loosen
Tighten
Loosen
Press Adjustment 1- 6
Press
Angle Adjust
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 129 10 11

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HELMET CONTROLS
Shade Control
Select the shade DIN 9 to 13 based upon the welding process you will use by consulting the
“Shade Guide Table” below. The variable shade control knob is for external adjustment.
The welding helmet can also be used to protect the face when cutting, from shade DIN 5 to 8.
Grind mode DIN 4 prevents lter lens from auto-darkening for grinding use.
Sensitivity Control
Five grades 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 available, from low to high, by button “SENSITIVITY.”
According to welding art and ambient light, it can be set through button “SENSITIVITY”.
Selecting “1” is suitable for weld with heavy current, in the bright light or the surrounding where
light is interfered
Selecting “5” is suitable for welding with low current and in a darker place, especially in low
current argon arc welding.
Delay Time Control
Five grades 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 available, from fast to slow (0.2-1.0S), by button “DELAY”
Delay time refers to the time cost by lter changing from dark to bright state. According to weld-
ing current and power of light, it can be quicker or slower by adjusting button “delay”.
Selecting “1”, delay time will be set at 0.20s, which is suitable to spot welding or short weld.
Selecting “5”, delay time will be set at 1.0s, which is suitable to heavy current welding or when
light is produced
MODE Control
Three modes available with button “MODE” for Grinding - Welding- cutting
Selecting mode “Grind”, the ADF will be suitable for Grinding use
Selecting mode “Weld”, the ADF will be suitable for Welding use, for shade No. is from 9 to 13
Selecting mode “Cut ”, the ADF will be suitable for Cutting use ,for shade No. is from 5 to 8

Cleaning and Storing
Keep the sensors, solar cell and lter lens clean. Clean lter cartridge and helmet shell by using a
soapy water solution and soft cloth. Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning detergent. Switch
the product to Grind Mode and put it in a clean, dry location for storage.
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Front Cover Lens Replacement
Replace the front cover lens if it is damaged (cracked, scratched, pitted or dirty).
• Release and remove the headgear rst for easy access to locking pins
• Remove the old front cover lens by pressing two lock switches in the inside of the helmet and slide out.
• Remove the plug front the outside of the helmet,Take the old front cover lens out, and installing the
new one.
Inside Cover Lens Replacement
Replace the inside cover lens if it is damaged (cracked, scratched, pitted or dirty). Place your
nger or thumb into the recess and ex the inside cover lens upwards until it releases from one
edge. Then remove any protective lm before installing the new one.
Batteries Replacement
When low voltage indicator (inside the helmet, on the left) turns red,
you have to change battery.
• Release the lens holder by pressing the locking button on the bottom of
the lens inside the helmet, and remove the holder and lens.
• Release the lens by pressing on the lock, Slide the lens upward out of the holder.
• Slide battery cover open and replace the old battery by one new CR 2450.
MAINTENANCE
Press
Press
Slide
Remove plug
Press Slide Lens upward out of
holder
Press
Slide Battery holder
out of lens and replace

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
FX-PRO PARTS LIST
Part No: Description Part Number
1
Bossweld FX-PRO Lens Replacement Kit
Includes: Outer Protective Place
Shade 5 Side Screen Lenses
Side Plates Fixing Plug & Socket Kit
Inner Lens Cover
700580
2Bossweld FX-PRO Headgear 700585
PROBLEM(S) POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SUGGESTED SOLUTION(S)
Difcult to see through lter Cover lens dirty Clean or replace cover lens
Filter lens dirty Clean lter lens
Filter does not darken when arc
is struck Grind Mode Selected Adjust Shade from 5-8/9 -13
Sensors or Solar Panel blocked Make sure sensors or solar panel are
exposed to weld arc without blocking
Set Sensitivity to LOW Adjust Sensitivity to required level
Low voltage of lithium batteries Replace with new lithium batteries if
indicator turns red
Filter darkens without arc Set Sensitivity to HIGH Adjust Sensitivity to required level
Filter remains dark after welding Set Delay to MAX Adjust Delay to required level
1
1
2

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Bossweld 16inch Welding Gloves
Bossweld 16 inch welding gloves available in Black
and Gold cow split leather.
CODE DESCRIPTION
700010 Bossweld 16”” Black & Gold Welding Glove
Bossweld Goat Skin Tig Glove
White goat skin TIG glove, reinforced tipping on back of 2nd
and 3rd ngers, black cow split cuff, Kevlar stitching, unlined.
Features
Reinforced tipping on the back of the 2nd and 3rd ngers
Black cow split cuff
Kevlar stitching
Goat skin gloves
Soft feel
Bossweld Leather Welders Jacket
Leather welding jacket with metal snaps.
Unlined, the jacket has heavy duty sewing.
Features
Heavy duty chrome leather
Double studs for extra protection
Several sizes available
Heavy duty sewing
Bossweld Leather Welding Blanket
Chrome leather welding blanket. Ideally suited to covering items
to protect against weld spatter. Commonly used in panel industry.
Features
Heavy duty chrome leather blanket
Excellent heat resistance
Several sizes available
For the protection around welding zones
CODE DESCRIPTION
700015M Bossweld “GoaTig” Tig Welding Glove - Medium
CODE DESCRIPTION
700001M Bossweld Leather Welder’s Jacket (Medium)
700001L Bossweld Leather Welder’s Jacket (Large)
700001XL Bossweld Leather Welder’s Jacket (X Large)
700001XXL BossSafe Leather Welder’s Jacket (XX Large)
700001XXXL BossSafe Leather Welder’s Jacket (XXX Large)
CODE DESCRIPTION
700120 1.0m x 2.0m Leather Welding Blanket
700123 1.8m x 1.8m Leather Welding Blanket
700121 2.0m x 2.0m Leather Welding Blanket
700122 3.0m x 3.0m Leather Welding Blanket
CONSUMABLE OPTIONS

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Bossweld Spring Handle Chipping Hammer
Used for slag removal, and cleaning up weld beads post weld,
Spring handle for increased comfort.
Features
• Robust Spring Handle
• Hardened point and chisel for long life
• Trade quality
• 500 Gram head
Bossweld Wire Brush
Wooden handled wire brushes used for cleaning & preparation
of metals pre & post welding.
CODE DESCRIPTION
500088 Bossweld Spring Handle Chipping Hammer
CODE DESCRIPTION
500080 Bossweld 4 Row Engineer Wire Brush Wood Handle
Bossweld Chrome Leather Apron
Chrome leather full apron. Two piece style with heavy duty
sewing. 60cm x 90cm.
Features
• Heavy duty chrome leather
• Leather neck and waist adjustable strap
• Heavy duty sewing for reliability
• Excellent protection (60cm x 90cm)
CODE DESCRIPTION
700002 Bossweld Chrome Leather Full Apron 60 x 90cm

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