Chicago Electric 61610 Assembly instructions

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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the
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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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Safety ......................................................... 3
Specifications ............................................. 5
Operation .................................................... 6
Maintenance and Servicing ........................ 9
Parts List and Diagram .............................. 10
Warranty .................................................... 12
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This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

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Exposure to welding or cutting exhaust
fumes can increase the risk of developing
certain cancers, such as cancer of the
larynx and lung cancer. Also, some
diseases that may be linked to exposure
to welding or plasma cutting exhaust
fumes are:
• Early onset of Parkinson’s Disease
• Heart disease • Ulcers
• Damage to the reproductive organs
• Inflammation of the small intestine or
stomach • Kidney damage
• Respiratory diseases such as
emphysema, bronchitis, or pneumonia
Use natural or forced air ventilation and
wear a respirator approved by NIOSH to
protect against the fumes produced to
reduce the risk of developing the above
illnesses.
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2. _**/%)&(W%,(*,%47*,81 Cluttered
areas invite injuries.
3. J+#*(Y*%)&(W%,(*,%4&89"$"&8#1 Do not use
welding helmets in damp or wet locations.
Do not expose to rain. Keep work area well
lit. Do not use auto-darkening helmets in the
presence of flammable gases or liquids.
4. _**/%4."79(*8%,),V1 Children must never
be allowed in the work area. Do not let them
handle this helmet. Dress properly. Do not
wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts.
5. F$&(*%"97*%*?'"/5*8$1 When not in use,
helmets must be stored in a dry location
to inhibit rust. Always lock up helmets
and keep out of reach of children.
6. U(*##%/(&/*(7V1 Do not wear loose clothing
or jewelry as they can be caught in moving
parts. Protective gear is essential to protect
against welding rays, some examples are: a
leather welding apron, welding sleeves, jeans
without cuffs, work boots. Wear restrictive
hair covering to contain long hair.
7. ^#*%*V*%,89%*,(%/(&$*4$"&81 When welding,
wear ANSI-approved impact safety goggles under
the Welding Helmet. Wear a NIOSH-approved
respirator and hearing protection when welding.
8. F$,V%,7*($1 Watch what you are doing, use
common sense. Do not weld when you are tired.
9. P.*4W%2&(%9,5,3*9%/,($#1 Before using any
helmet, any part that appears damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check
for alignment and binding of moving parts; any
broken parts or mounting fixtures; and any other
condition that may affect proper operation. Any
part that is damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced by a qualified technician. Do not use
the helmet if any switch does not operate properly.
10. L*/7,4*5*8$%/,($#%,89%,44*##&("*#1 When
servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts can render helmet ineffective,
possibly causing eye damage, and will void the
warranty. Only use accessories intended for
use with this helmet. Approved accessories
are available from Harbor Freight Tools.
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,74&.&7%&(%9('3#1 Read warning labels on
prescriptions to determine if your judgment
or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs.
If there is any doubt, do not weld.

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and maintenance should be performed
regularly only by a qualified technician.
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for which this helmet was designed. Do not
modify this helmet and do not use this helmet
for a purpose for which it was not intended:
a. H.*%Q*79"83%[*75*$ is not suitable
for laser welding or Oxyacetylene
Welding/Cutting processes.
b. H.*%Q*79"83%[*75*$ will not protect
against severe impact hazards.
c. H.*%Q*79"83%[*75*$ will not protect against
explosive devices or corrosive liquids.
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15. Maintain the helmet and lens correctly
to help ensure reliable protection:
a. Clean filter’s surfaces regularly. Keep sensors
and solar cells clean using a clean lint-
free tissue/cloth. Do not use any solvents
on filter’s screen or helmet components.
Protect filter from liquid and dirt contact.
Do not immerse the filter in water.
b. Should the Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet
not darken upon striking an arc, stop
welding immediately and have the helmet
checked by a qualified service technician.
c. Regularly replace the Front Lens Cover
if it becomes cracked, scratched,
pitted, or otherwise damaged.
d. Do not make any modifications to either the
Auto-Darkening Filter or the rest of the helmet,
other than those specified in this manual. Do
not use any replacement parts other than
those specified in this manual. Unauthorized
modifications and replacement parts will
void the warranty and expose the user to
the risk of personal injury. Do not open or
tamper with the Auto-Darkening Filter.
16. Do not place the Welding Helmet’s Auto-
Darkening Filter on a hot surface.
17. People with pacemakers should consult their
physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in
close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.
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19. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
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Description Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet
Power Source Solar powered cells with battery
assistance (not rechargeable)
Operating Temperature 14° to 131° F
Resting Shade Shade # 4
Shade Range 9 to 13
UV/IR Protection Up to DIN 16 at all times
Lens Type ANSI Z87.1-2010 approved
Viewing Area 3-7/8" x 1-3/4"
Welding Protection
Types
For all arc welding processes including MIG/Flux
welding, stick welding, TIG welding (10+ amps), plasma
arc welding/cutting and air carbon cutting. Not for
Laser Welding or Oxyacetylene Welding/Cutting
Lens Switching Speed (Clear to Dark) 1/25,000 second
Sensitivity Adjustment Min – Max adjustable
Grinding Mode Transforms helmet to grinding shield
without shade flickering
Power ON / OFF Fully Automatic
Shell Material High Impact-Resistant Polyamide Nylon
Storage Temperature - 4° to 158° F
Features Ratcheting headband with replaceable padded
sweatband, 2 independent arc sensors which
reduce the risk of blocked sensors during out-of-
position welding, variable Shade Control Knob
adjusts from #9 to #13 with a #4 resting shade,
Delay Control Knob, Sensitivity Control Knob
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5 15 30 60 100 150 225 275 350 500
Stick/Arc 9 10 11 12 13
Mild Steel MIG
(argon shielded) 10 11 12 13
Mild Steel MIG,
(CO2 shielded) 10 11 12 13
Aluminum MIG 10 11 12 13
TIG 10 11 12 13
Flux Core 10 11 12 13
Plasma Cutting 11 12 13
Plasma Welding 9 10 11 12 13