SIP Meteor 2300 User manual

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Meteor 2300
Meteor 2300F
Meteor 2300LE
Electronic Headshield
Please read and fully understand the instructions in this manual
before operation. Keep this manual safe for future reference.
02884, 02886 & 02889

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Declaration of Conformity
We
SIP (Industrial Products) Ltd
Gelders Hall Road
Shepshed
Loughborough
Leicestershire
LE12 9NH
England
As the manufacturer's authorised representative within the EC
declare that the
Meteor 2300 Electronic Headshield - SIP Part No. 02884
Meteor 2300F Electronic Headshield - SIP Part No. 02886
Meteor 2300LE Electronic Headshield - SIP Part No. 02889
Conforms to the requirements of the following directive(s), as indicated.
89/686/EEC Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Directive
And the relevant harmonised standard(s), including:
DIN EN 379:2003+A1:2009
Signed: …………………………………...
Mr P. Ippaso - Managing Director - SIP (Industrial Products) Ltd
Date: 23/11/2015.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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NOTES
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CONTENTS
Page No. Description
3. Contents
4. Safety Symbols Used Throughout This Manual
4. Safety Instructions
6. Technical Specifications
6. Guarantee
7. Getting To Know Your Headshield
8. Operating Instructions
11. Maintenance
12. Troubleshooting
13. Exploded Drawing & Parts List
15. Declaration Of Conformity

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SAFETY SYMBOLS USED THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL
Danger / Caution: Indicates risk of personal injury and/or the possibility of
damage.
Note: Supplementary information.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using the electronic headshield, basic safety precautions should always be fol-
lowed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Read all these instructions before operating the headshield and save this user manual
for future reference.
The headshield should not be modified or used for any application other than that for
which it was designed.
It was designed to protect the eyes and face from sparks, spatter, and harmful radia-
tion under normal welding conditions. It will not protect against severe impact haz-
ards, including fragmenting grinding discs.
Always read, understand and follow all of the safety and operating instructions relating
to the type of welding to be performed. The welding headshield is an aid to safety,
but not a substitute to common sense and knowledge.
KNOW YOUR HEADSHIELD: Read and understand the owner's manual and labels af-
fixed to the headshield. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the potential
hazards specific to it.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT: Cluttered work benches and dark areas invite
accidents. Floors must not be slippery due to oil, water or sawdust etc.
KEEP CHILDREN AND UNTRAINED PERSONNEL AWAY FROM THE WORK AREA: All visitors
should be kept at a safe distance from the work area.
STORE THE HEADSHIELD SAFELY WHEN NOT IN USE: The headshield should be stored in
a dry, locked cupboard wherever possible and out of the reach of children.
WEAR THE CORRECT CLOTHING: & avoid work positions that could expose unprotect-
ed areas of the body to spark, spatter, direct and/or reflected radiations. Use ade-
quate protection if exposure can not be avoided.
Important: Please read the following instructions carefully, failure to do
so could lead to serious personal injury and / or damage to the elec-
tronic headshield.
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EXPLODED DRAWING & PARTS LIST
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1
2
2
7
3
4
4
5 5
6
8
Ref. No. Description SIP Code Ref. No. Description SIP Code
1. Knob N/A 6. Headband N/A
2. Insert N/A 7. Insert N/A
3. Insert N/A 8. Headband padding N/A
4. Adjustable limitation washer N/A N/A. Front cover lens 02897
5. Bolt N/A N/A. Rear cover lens 02898

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Irregular darkening:
Headband has been set unevenly so the distance between the eyes and the lens
is different from the left to the right, reset so that the distances are equal.
Auto darkening filter does not darken, or flickers:
Front cover lens is soiled, clean or replace.
Photo sensors are dirty, wipe clean with a soft lint-free cloth.
Welding current is too low.
View of the weld is restricted, ensure the view of the weld is unobstructed.
Poor vision:
Ensure the cover lens and the filter cartridge are clean.
Ensure the shade number is correct and adjust accordingly.
Ensure ambient light is not too low/high.
TROUBLESHOOTING
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS….cont
Remove the old battery.
Fit the replacement battery (+) upwards.
Refit the cover and slide up to fully secure.
Follow these instructions to replace the 2nd battery.
Refit the filter cover and secure in place by the fitting and tightening the screw.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS….cont
Caution: Anyone who operates this electronic headshield should read
and fully understand all of the instructions and warnings in this manual.
Caution: The warnings and cautions mentioned in this user manual can not cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that com-
mon sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be ap-
plied.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS: Before every use of the headshield, a lens or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate correct-
ly and perform its intended function. A lens or other part that is damaged should be
correctly replaced.
DO NOT dismantle the main filter lens; there are no user serviceable parts.
Stop operation immediately if you notice anything abnormal.
Appropriate personal protective equipment MUST be worn and MUST be designed
to protect against all hazards created. Severe permanent injury can result from
using inappropriate or insufficient protective equipment.
Always ensure that the front and rear cover lenses are fitted and clean before
each operation.
Never place the headshield directly onto a hot surface.
Never use the headshield if the filter is cracked.
DO NOT look directly at the sun, it was not designed for this purpose.
Understand the operating environment; Before each use the operator should as-
sess, understand and where possible reduce the specific risks and dangers associ-
ated with the operating environment. Bystanders should also be made aware of
any risks associated with the operating environment.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
GUARANTEE
This SIP electronic headshield is covered by a 12 month parts and labour warranty
covering failure due to manufacturers defects. This does not cover failure due to mis-
use or operating the electronic headshield outside the scope of this manual - any
claims deemed to be outside the scope of the warranty may be subject to charges
Including, but not limited to parts, labour and carriage costs.
This guarantee does not cover spatter damage and consumables such as the bat-
tery, inner and outer cover lenses etc.
In the unlikely event of warranty claims, contact your distributor as soon as possible.
Note: Proof of purchase will be required before any warranty can be hon-
oured.
Part Number 02884 02886 02889
Model Meteor 2300 Meteor 2300F Meteor 2300LE
Filter Size 133mm x 114mm x 10mm
Viewing Area 100mm x 59.5mm
Outer Protection Lens 134 x 114
Inner Protection Lens 105 x 66
Grind Light State Shade 4
Cut Dark State Shade 5 - 9
Weld Dark State Shade 9 - 13
Power Supply Lithium Battery & Solar Cells
Battery Type CR2450
Operating Temperature Range -20°C to +65°C (-4°F to 149°F)
Switch Time 1/10000S
Delay Time 0.1 - 0.8 seconds
Net Weight 0.5 Kg
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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Inspection:
Carefully inspect your electronic headshield regularly.
Cracked, pitted or scratched filter or cover lenses reduce vision and seriously im-
pair protection.
These should be replaced immediately to avoid damage to the eyes.
Inspect the complete helmet frequently and replace worn or damaged parts im-
mediately.
Cleaning:
Clean the helmet with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Clean the welding filter with a clean lint free tissue or cloth; Do not immerse in wa-
ter.
Do not use solvents.
Replacing the rear cover lens:
From inside the helmet, remove the screw on the filter holder.
Push the 2 tabs outwards and lift the filter holder up.
Remove the filter lens.
Slide out the old cover lens.
Pull off the plastic protection film and slide in the new cover lens.
Follow the above instructions in reverse to refit the filter lens etc.
Replacing the front cover lens:
From inside the helmet, remove the screw on the filter holder.
Push the 2 tabs outwards and lift the filter holder up.
Remove the filter lens.
Pull out the old cover lens.
Pull off the plastic protection film and put the new cover lens back in.
Follow the above instructions in reverse to refit the filter lens etc.
Note: Do not use the helmet without the cover lenses in place.
Replacing the batteries:
From inside the helmet, remove the screw on the filter holder.
Push the 2 tabs outwards and lift the filter holder up.
Slide the battery compartment down and remove.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont
Welding Type Mig Heavy (Metal Inert Gas)
Welding Current (A) 80-100 100-175 175-300 300-500
Shade 10 11 12 13
Welding Type Mig Light (Metal Inert Gas)
Welding Current (A) 80-100 100-175 175-250 250-350 350-500
Shade 10 11 12 13 14
Welding Type PAC (Plasma Arc Cutting)
Welding Current (A) 60-150 150-250 250-500
Shade 11 12 13
Welding Type PAW (Plasma Arc Welding)
Welding Current (A) 5-10 10-15 15-30 30-40 40-100 100-225 225-450
Shade 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Welding Type SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)
Welding Current (A) 20-40 40-80 80-175 175-300 300-500
Shade 9 10 11 12 13
Welding Type MAG CO2 (Metal Active Gas)
Welding Current (A) 40-80 80-125 125-175 175-300 300-450
Shade 10 11 12 13 14
Welding Type TIG GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding)
Welding Current (A) 5-20 20-40 40-100 100-175 175-300 300-500
Shade 9 10 11 12 13 14
Welding Type SAW (Submerged Arc Welding)
Welding Current (A) 125-175 175-225 225-275 275-350 350-450
Shade 10 11 12 13 14
Below is a guide to help select the correct shade for the power and type of welding
application.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HEADSHIELD
Ref. No. Description Ref. No. Description
1. Main Helmet 6. Headband Locking Knobs
2. Viewing Area / Front Cover Lens 7. Headband Adjustment (Angle)
3. Solar Cells 8. Headband Padding
4. Headband Adjustment (Diameter) 9. Filter holder screw
5. Headband Adjustment (Height) 10. Filter holder
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2
3
4
5
8
7
7
6
6
10
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Ensure that the plastic protection film is removed from both the front and rear cov-
er lenses.
Press the test button; If the lens does not darken, check the batteries (see page
11).
Adjust the welding helmet according to your individual requirements.
The headband should be adjusted both in diameter and height.
The angle between face and helmet should also be adjusted and is recommend-
ed to be between 10° and 12°.
Switching on: Select either cut (shade 5-9) or weld (shade 9-13) on the switch (located
inside the helmet on the top right hand side of the filter), depending on your applica-
tion.
Switching off/grind mode: After the welding is complete, or to carry out grinding after
the weld; turn the filter to the off (grind) position.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HEADSHIELD….cont
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12 13 14 15 16 17 18
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19 19
Ref. No. Description Ref. No. Description
11. Test Button 16. Weld / Cut / On/Off (Grind)
12. Low Battery Warning Light 17. Sensor
13. Shade Adjustment 18. Solar Cells
14. Sensitivity Adjustment 19. Battery Compartment
15. Delay Adjustment 20. Viewing Area / Rear Cover Lens
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont
The sensitivity can be adjusted between 1 and 4, depending
on your requirements.
If the welding current is too small, turn it to a higher setting.
If the welding current is too high, turn it to a lower setting.
Sensitivity:
To use the grind function turn the on/off (grind)/shade select knob to grind, when its
switched to grind mode, it means that the auto darkening filter will not turn black when
detecting any arc light, before using it for welding purposes it must be switched back
to a shade position.
Grind:
Note: Never block any of the sensors on the front of the filter, this will stop
the filter from automatically changing to a dark state, this will hurt or even
damage your eyes.
Shade:
The filter will automatically change from the light state (shade 4)
to the dark state (see below) when the welding or the cutting
starts. The filter will automatically return to a light state when the
welding or cutting stops.
Cut: Shade 5 - 9.
Weld: Shade 9 - 13.
7/11
5/9
6/10
8/12
9/13
The delay can be adjusted by turning the dial clockwise to ei-
ther 0.1 fast or 0.8 seconds for a slower delay time.
If the welding current is too high and the molten pool is too
bright, you will need to turn it too a higher setting.
For spot welding it would need to be on a lower setting.
Delay:
0.4S
0.1S 0.8S
0
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2
3
4