Clarke Weld GWH1 Instruction Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
GC01/14
ARC ACTIVATED HEADSHIELDS
MODEL NO: GWH1,GWH2 & GWH3
PART NO: 6000704, 6000697 & 600698

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Headshield. Before attempting to use
this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions
carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others
around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and
satisfactory service.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase. This guarantee is invalid if the product is found
to have been abused or tampered with in any way, or not used for the
purpose for which it was intended. Faulty goods should be returned to their
place of purchase, no product can be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
If broken, do not dispose of this product with general household waste. This
product contains valuable raw materials and should be disposed of
appropriately at a recognised disposal facility. Through purchase of this
product, the customer is taking on the obligation to deal with the WEEE in
accordance with the WEEE regulations in relation to the treatment, recycling
& recovery and environmentally sound disposal of the WEEE. This means that
this product must not be disposed of with general household waste. It must be
disposed of according to the laws governing Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal facility.
TECHNICAL DATA
Viewing field (W x H) 92 X 42 mm
Shade available in Light State DIN4
Shade available in Dark State DIN 9-13 Outside Adjustment
UV/IR protection Max shade DIN15 at all times
Operating temperature range -5oC - +55oC
Weight 0.48 kg
Switching time from light to dark 1/25,000 second
Delay time from dark to light 0.15 - 0.8 second
Lens power control Auto-on
Power supply Solar Cells / Lithium Battery
Construction material Polyamide (flame retardant)

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This headshield is not suitable for laser welding, laser cutting or overhead
welding applications or for oxy-acetylene.
• The protective plate in this headshield is breakable and will not protect
against impact hazards.
• This headshield is designed for use in grinding, arc welding or cutting
applications such as MIG/MAG, TIG, MMA, Plasma Arc, and Carbon Arc.
• Use this headshield for face and eye protection against harmful rays,
sparks and spatter from welding and cutting.
• Never place this product on a hot surface.
• In the event of failure, the headshield remains protection against UV and IR
radiation.
• Do not make any modifications to this product. Protection can be seriously
impaired if modifications are made.
• When necessary, use identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the product is maintained.
• Do not use without the protective plate installed. Do not use if any part of
the headshield is cracked or broken.
• Do not use this headshield for welding outside the range of DIN 9-13. Harm
to the eyes and impaired eyesight may result. Always select the correct
setting before use.
PREPARATION & USE
ADJUSTING THE HEADBAND TO FIT
1. The headband (9) should be adjusted both in diameter and height to fit
the wearer’s head. To do this, press the adjustment knob (16) on the back
of the headband and turn the nut either left or right to expand or contract
the headband.
2. The top headband can be adjusted by bending the strap and positioning
the peg in the appropriate hole.
3. When the headband adjusting nuts (10) are tight, the angle of tilt can be
quickly and repeatably adjusted using the adjusting tab (13), by placing it
on the chosen peg on the headband.

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USING THE HEADSHIELD
1. Remove the protective film from both sides of the lens cartridge (3). Slide
the outer screen away to do this as shown on page 5.
• The lens will be set to Light DIN 4 state, & you will be able to see the
workpiece. The lens will automatically darken when an arc is struck.
2. Test the lens by striking an arc on the workpiece for the first time. Check
also that the outer screen and lens are clean and clear at all times.
3. Change the shade setting as required using the shade adjustment knob.
Refer to the table opposite.
SELECT THE SHADE SETTING
WARNING: DO NOT USE FOR WELDING OUTSIDE THE RANGE OF DIN 9-13. INJURY
TO THE EYES & LOSS OF EYESIGHT MAY BE CAUSED.
On striking an arc, the light created will activate the solar cell and the window
will automatically darken to a preset level. The lithium battery will provide the
necessary energy to operate the headshield when there is no arc light.
Because the cartridge assembly is a sealed unit, the battery cannot be
replaced. You can adjust this shade level using the shade adjustment knob (8)
on the side of the headshield, corresponding to the type of welding process.
• There are five levels available; 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13. Check the table
to determine which you should select.
1. Set the shade selector to the
required setting.
2. During the welding operation the
lens will automatically darken to
the pre-set shade. On removal of
the arc, the lens will return to the
light state.
3. Adjust the ‘Sensitivity’ and ‘Delay’
using the switches inside the
headshield.
THE GRINDING SETTING
The headshield has a ‘Grinding’
setting, selected by a small switch,
marked ‘Weld/Grind’. When set to
‘Grind’ the auto darkening function is
disabled. The headshield then
provides eye and face protection for
sparks and airborne particles created
during grinding operations.

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Shade numbers according to BS 379, DIN 4647-1 and EN 169.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
Damaged components must be replaced immediately to avoid risk of eye
and face injuries. Periodically inspect the filter cartridge and lenses. Cracked,
pitted or scratched lenses reduce vision and seriously reduce the level of
protection and should be replaced with genuine, certified spare parts.
The outer screen (1) can be removed
for replacement and cleaning of the
front lens (2) by prising it upwards and
sliding off via the tabs provided. The
inner lens cover (4) can be unclipped
from inside the headshield.
Due to the small size of the
components, the lithium battery
cannot be replaced.
WARNING: IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT AFTER USING THE HEADSHIELD IN
GRINDING MODE, IT SHOULD BE RETURNED TO THE CORRECT
SETTING BEFORE WELDING. FAILURE TO DO THIS COULD LEAD TO EYE
INJURY.

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CLEANING & STORAGE
The cartridge can be wiped with a household glass cleaner when dirty. Apply
the cleaner with a clean cloth or paper towel. DO NOT USE ALCOHOL TO
CLEAN. DO NOT APPLY CLEANER DIRECTLY TO THE CARTRIDGE.
Clean all lenses with a soft tissue and suitable lens cleaning fluid. Do not use
solvents. Never use tools or other sharp objects to remove material from the
filter or headshield. This may cause damage which may cause incorrect
function and invalidate the warranty. Store the headshield in it’s box or similar
safe place.
COMPONENT PARTS
1OuterScreen 9Headband
2 Front Lens 10 Headband Adjusting Nut
3 Lens Cartridge 11 Outside Square Washer
4. Inner Lens Cover 12 Inside Square Washer
5 Headshield Shell 13 Left Angle Adjusting Tab
6 Shade Indicator 14 Angle Adjusting Shaft
7 Shade Indicator Fastener 15 Right Angle Adjusting Tab
8 Shade Adjustment Knob 16 Adjustment Knob

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY