Lincoln Electric VIKING ArcSpecs User manual

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Operator’s Manual
VIKING
™
ArcSpecs
™
Auto-Darkening Welding Goggles
with 4C
™
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TABLE OF CONTENT Page
SAFETY WARNINGS – READ BEFORE USING 1
WELDING GOGGLE INFORMATION 2
SPECIFICATIONS 3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4
GOGGLE OPERATIONS/FEATURES 5
GRIND BUTTON OPERATION 8
GOGGLE CARE AND MAINTENANCE 9
SHADE GUIDE SETTINGS 14
TROUBLESHOOTING 15
WARRANTY INFORMATION 16
REPLACEMENT PARTS, OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 16

SAFETY WARNINGS – READ BEFORE USING
ARC Rays can injure eyes and burn skin
• Before welding, always inspect goggle and filter lens to be sure they are fitted
properly, in good condition and not damaged.
• Check to see that the clear lens is clean and securely attached to the goggles.
• Always wear safety glasses or goggles under the welding goggles and protec-
tive clothing to protect your skin from radiation, burns and spatter.
• Ensure that optical radiation from other welder's arcs in the immediate area
does not enter in from behind the goggles and auto-darkening filter.
Note: Auto-darkening filters in Lincoln goggles are designed to protect the user against harmful
ultra-violet and infrared rays both in the dark and light states. No matter what shade the filter is
set to, the UV/IR protection is always present.
FUMES AND GASES can be dangerous to your health.
• Keep your head out of fumes.
• Use enough ventilation or exhaust at the arc or both to keep fumes and gases
from your breathing zone and general area.
• When welding with electrodes which require special ventilation such as
stainless or hard facing (see instructions on container or MSDS) or on
lead or cadmium plated steel and other metals or coatings which
produce highly toxic fumes, keep exposure as low as possible and within
applicable OSHA PEL and ACGIH TLV limits using local exhaust or
mechanical ventilation. In confined spaces or in some circumstances,
outdoors, a respirator may be required. Additional precautions are also
required when welding on galvanized steel.
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WARNING
Refer to http://www.lincolnelectric.com/safety
for additional safety information.

WELDING GOGGLE INFORMATION
This Auto-Darkening Welding Goggle will automatically change from a light
state (shade 3.5) to a dark state (Shade 5-13) when arc welding starts.
The filter automatically returns to a light state when the arc stops.
Match your welding application to the shade indicated on the shade chart.
(See Page 6)
• Operating temperature: 14°F ~ 131°F (-10°C ~ 55°C).
• Do not use or open the auto-darkening filter if damaged by shock,
vibration or pressure.
• Keep the sensors and solar cell clean. Clean the goggle filter using soapy
water solution and soft cloth which should be damp but not saturated.
This Auto-Darkening Welding Goggle is designed for use with GMAW,
GTAW, SMAW welding, or Plasma Arc and air carbon cutting.
The goggles provide protection from harmful UV and IR radiation, in both
dark and light states.
The goggles contain four sensors to detect the light from the welding arc, re-
sulting in the lens darkening to a selected welding shade.
• Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning detergent.
• If cover lens is spattered or covered with dirt, it should be replaced
immediately.
• Use only replacement parts specified in this manual.
• Do not use the goggles without inside and outside cover lenses properly
installed.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Optical Class 1/1/1/1
LCD Viewing Area 47.0 sq. cm. (7.29 sq. in.)
Goggle Size 187 x 75 x 82mm (7.4 x 2.9 x 3.2in.)
UV/IR Protection Up to Shade DIN 16 at all times
Arc Sensors 4
Light State Shade DIN 3.5
Variable Welding Shades DIN 5 to 13
Shade Control Digital Display Control,
Variable Shade
Power Supply Solar cell with battery assist
Grind Warning Internal Green Light
Battery CR2450 Lithium (1 Required)
Power On/Off Fully automatic
Light to Dark Switching Time 0.00004 sec. (1/25,000 sec.)
Dark to Light Switching Time Variable 0 to 9 (0.1 to 1.0 sec.),
Digital Display Control
Sensitivity Control Variable 0 to 9, Digital Display Control
TIG Rating DC≥2 amps; AC≥2 amps
Operating Temperature 14°F ~ 131°F (-10°C ~ 55°C)
Storage Temperature -4° ~ 158°F (-20°C ~ 70°C)
Total Weight 335g (11.8 Oz.)
Compliance ANSI Z87.1, CSA 94.3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HEADBAND ADJUSTMENT: Headband Tightness is adjusted by loosening
or tightening the elastic band about the two adjustment clips.
HEADBAND REMOVAL: Locate the hinges on the Auto-Darkening Goggle
and pull the hard plastic connection of the headband toward the opening in
the hinge. To insert a new headband simply snap the connection back into
the opening of the hinge. See images showing Step 1 and Step 2 for a closer
view of the connection.
HEADCOVERING ADJUSTMENT: To adjust the headcovering about the
neck and lower face, locate the two straps on either side shown in the image
on the left. Pull the straps to the preferred tightness then use the hook and
loop fasteners to secure the fit as shown in the center and right images.
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Step 1 Step 2
Hinge Hard Plastic
Connection

GOGGLE OPERATION/FEATURES
ON/MODE Button
•ON-OFF (Lens will automatically darken when arc is present)
The Auto-Darkening goggle will automatically turn on, the digital display
control will activate, and the goggles will be ready for use. It is
recommended that the user review the goggle settings prior to use. The
welding goggles will automatically turn off after a half hour of no use.
•MODE CONTROL
Short press of the ON/MODE
button to select the mode
appropriate for the work
activity:
Weld Mode − used for most
welding applications.
Push "FUNC" button to
adjust shade number,
sensitivity, and delay settings
before welding. In this mode,
the lens turns to dark
immediately when you start
welding.
Cutting Mode − used for
cutting applications.
Push "FUNC" button to adjust shade number, sensitivity, and delay
settings before cutting.
Grind Mode − used for grinding applications.
In this mode the lens shade is fixed shade No. 4. Shade number,
sensitivity, and delay settings cannot be adjusted when in grind mode.
Test Button
Press and hold test to preview shade selection before welding. When released
the viewing window will automatically return to the light state (3.5 Shade).
Battery Indicator
The symbol shows the current state of the battery. The volume of batteries
has four level symbols (See Figure 1). The symbol appears on the display
screen before 1 to 2 days of battery life remains, the CR2450 lithium battery
should be replaced at this time. The symbol of the Battery Indicator is not real-
time and is updated shortly after pushing the ON/MODE button.
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Variable Shade Control
After turning on the lens, press the
"FUNC" button to choose "SHADE",
adjust the lens shade number. Use
the shade control UP and DOWN but-
tons to select the lens darkened
state.
The shade range for each mode is as
follows:
• Weld Mode - No. 9 ~ No. 13
• Cutting Mode - No. 5 ~ No. 8
• Grind Mode - No. 4
Sensitivity Control
Press "FUNC" button to choose
"SENS". Use Sensitivity Control "UP"
and "DOWN" buttons to make the
lens more or less sensitive to arc light
for different welding processes. Sen-
sitivity settings 3 through 7 are the
normal settings for everyday use. The
sensitivity ranges for each mode are
as follows:
• Weld Mode / Cutting Mode - No.
0 ~ No. 9
• Grind Mode - No sensitivity
adjustment
It may be necessary to adjust goggle
sensitivity to accommodate different
lighting conditions or if the lens is flashing On and Off. Adjust the lens sensitivity
in lighting conditions the mask will be used in. Adjust mask sensitivity as follows:
• Press the "DOWN" button to lower setting to 0.
• Face the mask in the direction of use, exposing it to the surrounding light
conditions.
• Press the "UP" button repeatedly until the lens darkens, then press the
"DOWN" button until the lens clears. The goggles are ready for use. Slight
readjustment may be necessary for certain applications or if the lens is
flashing on and off.
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Delay Control
Press "FUNC" button to choose
"DELAY", begin lens delay adjust-
ments. Use the Lens Delay Con-
trol "UP" and "DOWN" buttons to
adjust the time for the lens to
switch to the clear state after
welding or cutting.
• Weld Mode / Cutting Mode -
No. 0 ~ No. 9
• Grind Mode - No Delay
Adjustment
The delay is particularly useful in eliminating bright after-rays present in higher
amperage applications where the molten puddle remains bright momentarily
after welding. Use the Lens Delay Control buttons to adjust delay from 0 to 9 (0.1
to 1.0 second). When welding ceases, the viewing window automatically
changes from the darkened state back to light state but with a pre-set delay to
compensate for any bright afterglow on the work piece. The delay time/response
can be set from 0 to 9. It is recommended to use a shorter delay with spot weld-
ing application and a longer delay with applications using higher current. Longer
delays can also be used for low current TIG welding in order to avoid the lens
lightening when the light path to the sensors is temporarily obstructed by a hand,
torch, etc.
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GRIND BUTTON OPERATION
In order to switch the Auto Darkening Goggle from a Cutting or Welding
Shade into Grind Mode first locate the plastic button on the top and left side
of the Auto-Darkening Goggle. After the button has been located press and
hold it for 3 seconds. A green LED inside of the goggle should blink every 3
seconds after the button is pressed to indicate you are in Grind Mode. To
switch back to the previous Cutting or Welding shade simply press and hold
the button for 3 seconds. Grind mode is intended for grinding only not for
welding.
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