PYRAMEX WHAM10 Series User manual

Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet
User’s Manual
WHAM10 Series
WHAD60 Series
WHAM30 Series

Auto-Darkening Helmet
User ’ s M anual
1. BEFORE WELDING
Auto-Darkeningwelding helmet isdesignedtoprotect the welders’ eyes from harmful
radiation including visible light, ultraviolet radiation (UV) and infra-red radiation (IR)
resultingfrom certain arc and gas welding processes when used in accordance with
these UserInstructions.
This welding helmet is suitable for all types of electro-welding: covered electrodes,
MIG/MAG,TIG/WIG, plasma welding, cutting and laser welding (only selected models
with two shade ranges, i.e.5-8 and 9-13), except for gas welding.
• Never place the helmet or the filter on hot surface.
• Use only within the temperature range of -10ºc to +60ºc.
• Do not immerse the filter (auto-darkening filter) in water.
• Do not expose the filter to liquids and protect it from dirt.
• Regularly replace the cracked/scratched protection coverlens.If this helmet doesn’t
darken upon striking an arc, stop welding immediately and contact your supervisor
or yourdealer.
2. MARKINGS
The filter is marked with the shade range and optical classification. Thefollowing is an
example (EN379):
4/5–8/9–13 P
Light shade
Dark shade DIN5-8
Dark shade DIN9-13
Manufacture ID
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WARNING!!!
Make sure to remove any additional protection
foil from both sides of Protection Lens.

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3. STORAGE ANDMAINTENANCE
When not in use, the filter should be stored in a dry place within the temperature range
of -20ºCto+70ºC. Prolongedexposureat temperatureabove45ºC maydecreasethe
battery lifetime of the filter. It is recommended to keep the solar cells of the filter in the
darkornot exposedtolight during storage inorderto maintain power down mode. This
can be achieved by simply placing the filter face down on the storage shelf.
It is always necessary to keep the solar cells and the light sensors of the filter free of
dust and spatters: cleaning can be done with a soft tissue or a cloth soaked in mild
detergent (or alcohol). Never use aggressive solvents such as acetone.
If protection screens are in any way damaged, they must be immediately replaced.
Replacing External Cover Lens: Remove filter holder by moving locks toward center
(Fig.1) and lift up the filter holder to remove/replace the external cover lens.
Replacing Internal Cover Lens: Place your fingernail in recess below the cartridge of
view window and flex lens upwards until it releases from edges of the cartridge of
view window.
Change the Shade Cartridge: Remove filter holder assembly from helmet shell (See Fig.1).
Then flex top end of the filter holder to al low filter cartridge to be removed from the
frame. Install new filter cartridge into frame (See Fig.2). Make sure that the filter
cartridge is inserted in filter holder correctly as shown and install filter holder assembly
into helmet shell. Replacement components shall be used in accordance with
manufacturer’sinstructions.
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Protection cover lens, both internal and external (Polycarbonate), must
be used in conjunction with the auto-darkening filter in order to protect it
against permanentdamage.

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4. ADJUSTING HEADGEAR (FOURPARTS)
4-1. Headgear Top (See adjustment “W”in Fig. 4) Adjusting headgear for proper depth
on the head to ensure correct balance and stability.
4-2.HeadgearTightness(Seeadjustment“Y”in Fig.4) Pressingthe adjusting knob
located on the back of the headgear and turn left or right to a desired tightness.
4-3.Distance Adjustment (Seeadjustment “Z”and‘’T” inFig.4) Adjustingthe
distance between the face and the lens by loosening both outside tension knobs and
press inward to free from adjustment slots.
Move forward or back to desired position and retighten. (Both sides must be equally
positioned for proper vision.)
4-4. Angle Adjustment (See adjustment “X” in Fig.4)
Four pins on the right side of the headgear top provide adjustment for the forward tilt
ofthe helmet. To adjust,loosentheright outsidetensionadjustmentknobthenliftonthe
control armtaband move it to the desiredposition andretighten tension adjustment knob.
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Auto-Darkening Helmet
User ’ s M anual
5. AUTO-DARKENING FILTERFUNCTIONS
5-1. Selecting the Operating Mode
For some filters, two modes of operation can be selected: welding or grinding. (See Fig. 3)
Grind Mode: Used for metal grinding applications. In this mode the shade function is
turned off. The shade is fixed in the light state that allows a clear view to grind or weld
with the helmet providing face protection.
Weld Mode: Used for most welding applications. In this mode, the shade function is
turned on. When it optically senses a welding arc, please select a suitable shade level,
delay time and sensitivity as required.
5-2. Selecting Shade Level
Mostmodelsenableshadeadjustmentrangefrom DIN9-13.Someselectedmodelshave
twoshaderanges, i.e.DIN5-8andDIN 9-13.Theadjustmentofthe“5-8/9-13rangeknob”
defines the range which is being used (See Fig. 5).
Selecttheprescribedshadelevelyourequireaccordingtotheweldingprocessyouwill
use (see “shade selection chart below).
5-3. Selecting Delay Time
TheDelayTimeknobwillvaryfromdarktolighttime,itcanbesetat“MAX”(1.Osecond)
or “MIN” (0.1 second) by using the infinitely dial knob. (See Fig. 6)
“MAX”(1.0second)–Longerdelayisformostweldingapplications,especiallyforhigh
amperage (current)applications;
“MIN” (0.1 second) – Shorter delay is for spot welding applications
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Longerdelaycanalsobe
used for TIG Welding in
order to prevent the filter
opening when the light
path to the sensors is
temporarily obstructed by
a hand, torch, etc.
Grind mode is intended for grinding not for welding. Before restarting
welding,theknobshouldbesat backtothe“Weld”position.

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5-4. Selecting Sensitivity
The sensitivity can be set at “HI” (High) or “LO” (Low) by using the infinitely dial knob.
(See Fig. 7).
As a simple rule for optimum performance, it is recommended to set sensitivity at the
High at the beginning and then gradually reduce it, until the filter reacts only to the
welding light flashes and without annoying spurious triggering due to ambient light
conditions (direct sun, intensive artificial light, neighboring welder’s arcs, etc.)
“HI” (High) – Most for welding applications for specially for low welding current work.
“LO” (Low) – Only in some specific surrounding lighting conditions in order to avoid
unwanted triggering.
5-5. Power
All the welding helmets are powered by solar energy. Some of the models are without
replaceable batteries. Some selected models need to replace Li-Batteries when LOW
BATTERY Light starts blinking.
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Filter Model WHAD60 (Digital) WHAM30 (Manual) WHAM10 (Manual)
Cartridge Size
114x133x9mm
(4.49x5.24x0.35in)
114x133x9mm
(4.49x5.24x0.35in)
110x90x9mm
(4.33x3.54x0.35in)
Viewing Area 100x60mm
3.94x2.36in
98x87mm
3.86x3.43in
100x45mm
3.94x1.77in
Lens cover material Polycarbonate Polycarbonate Polycarbonate
Lens cover thickness
1mm
1mm
1mm
Arc Sensor 4 Independent
Shade Variable
DIN4/5-8/9-13
(Internal Variable)
DIN4/5-8/9-13
(Internal Variable)
DIN4/5-8/9-13
(External Variable)
Grinding Mode
Yes, DIN4 (Internal)
Yes, DIN4 (Internal)
Yes, DIN4 (External)
Sensitivity
Digital Display Control
Internal Variable
Internal Variable
Delay Time
0.1-10s
(Digital Display Control)
0.1-10s
(Internal Variable)
0.1-10s
(Internal Variable)
UV/IR Protection
DIN 16
DIN 16
DIN 16
Power Supply
Solar cell & Lithium Battery
Low-Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Yes
Battery Replaceable 2xCR2450 Li-Batt change required 1xCR2450 Li-Batt change required 1xCR2032 Li-Batt change required
Operating Temp.
-10º~+60ºC
Warranty 2 Years
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Auto-Darkening Helmet
User ’ s M anual
5. COMMON PROBLEMS AND REMEDIES
Irregular Darkening Dimming
Headgearhasbeenset unevenlyandthereisanunevendistancefromtheeyestothe
filter lens. (Reset the headband to reduce the difference to the filter).
The Filter Does Not Darken or Flickers
1.
Front cover lens is soiled or damaged (please change the cover lens);
2.
Sensorsaresoiled/blockedorsolarpanelisblocked(Cleanthesensorssurfaceto
makesure you are not blockingthe sensors orsolar panelwith yourarmorother
obstacle withwelding);
3.
Sensitivity is set too low or delay time is set too short (Adjust to required level);
4.
Make sure proper shade is selected (not Grind mode).
The Filter Darkens Without Arc Being Struck
Sensitivity set too high (Adjust Sensitivity to a required level).
The Filter Remains Dark After Completing a Weld
Delay time set too long (Adjust Delay time to a required level).
Slow Response
Operating temperature is too low (Do not use temperatures below -10ºC or 14ºF).
Welding Helmet Slips
Headgear is not properly adjusted. (Readjust the headband).
8. SHADE SELECTION CHART
Scales recommended for different arc welding.
Process
Current A
1.5
6
10
15
30
40
60
70
100
125
150
175
200
225
250
300
350
400
450
500
600
Covered
electrodes
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
MAG
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
TIG
8
9
10
11
12
13
MIG with
heavy
metals
9 10 11 12 13 14
MIG with
light alloys
10 11 12 13 14
Air-arc
gouging
10 11 12 13 14 15
Plasma jet
cutting
9 10 11 12 13
Microplas-
ma arc
welding
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
1.5
6
10
15
30
40
60
70
100
125
150
175
200
225
250
300
350
400
450
500
600
NOTE: The term “heavy metals” applies to steels, alloy steels, copper and its alloys, etc.
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Item
Description
1
Front Cover Lens
2
ADF Cartridge
3
Inside Cover Lens
4
Headgear Assembly
5
Replaceable Shell
6
ADF Holder
CSA Z94.3 - Models: WHAM3030FL, WHAM3030FM, WHAM3030GB
ANSI Z87.1 - Models: WHAM3030FL, WHAM3030FM, WHAM3030GB and WHAM3030AE / WHAM1020GB / WHAD6030GB, WHAD6030MB
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