Harbor Freight Tools CHICAGO ELECTRIC 46092 Assembly instructions
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Table of Contents
Safety ......................................................... 3
Specifications ............................................. 5
Operation .................................................... 6
Maintenance ............................................... 9
Parts List and Diagram .............................. 10
Warranty .................................................... 12
WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
When using helmet, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.
The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense
and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
Read all instructions before using this helmet!
WARNING
INHALATION HAZARD:
Welding and Plasma Cutting Produce
TOXIC FUMES.
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.
1. Do not use the Welding Helmet if the lens is
cracked, if the lens or sensors are dirty, or if
the lens or front retaining frame is loose.
2. Keep work area clean. Cluttered
areas invite injuries.
3. Observe work area conditions. 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. Keep children away. Children must
never be allowed in the work area. Do
not let them handle this helmet.
5. Store idle equipment. 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. Dress properly. 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. Use eye and ear protection. When welding,
wear ANSI-approved impact safety goggles under
the Welding Helmet. Wear a NIOSH-approved
respirator and hearing protection when welding.
8. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use
common sense. Do not weld when you are tired.
9. Check for damaged parts. 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. Replacement parts and accessories. 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.
11. Do not weld if under the influence of alcohol
or drugs. 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.
12. Maintenance. For your safety, service
and maintenance should be performed
regularly only by a qualified technician.
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13. This helmet provides protection for intended
purposes only. There are certain applications
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. The Welding Helmet is not suitable
for Plasma cutting, laser welding or
Oxyacetylene Welding/Cutting processes.
b. The Welding Helmet will not protect
against severe impact hazards.
c. The Welding Helmet will not protect against
explosive devices or corrosive liquids.
14. Use only at temperatures within the operating
range for your model as stated on the
specifications chart in this manual.
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. SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY and/or
BLINDNESS may occur if the user fails to
follow the aforementioned warnings and/or
fails to follow the operation instructions.
18. 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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Specifications
Description Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet
Power Source Solar powered cells with battery assistance (not rechargeable)
Operating Temp. 23° 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 Z87.1-2003 approved
Viewing Area 3.81" x 1.50"
Welding Protection
Types
For all Arc welding processes.
Not For Plasma cutting.
Not for Laser Welding or Oxyacetylene Welding/Cutting.
Lens Switching
Speed (Clear to Dark) 1/20,000 second
Power ON / OFF Fully Automatic
Shell Material High Impact-Resistant Polyamide Nylon
Storing Temperature -4° to 158° F
Features
Ratcheting headband with replaceable padded sweatband, spare External cover lens,
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 Switch
Shade Guide Chart
Welding
Process
Arc Current (Amperes)
10 20 40 80 125 175 250 300 450
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
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