Vulcan-Hart ARCSAFE 58201 Assembly instructions

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58201
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SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCESPECIFICATIONS
Table of Contents
Safety ......................................................... 2
Specifications ............................................. 5
Operation.................................................... 7
Maintenance and Servicing ........................ 9
Parts List and Diagram.............................. 12
Warranty .................................................... 15
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.
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!
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. Dress properly. Do not
wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts.
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 breathing and hearing protection.
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. 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.

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SAFETYOPERATIONMAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
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.
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. Maintenance. For your safety, service
and maintenance should be performed
regularly only by a qualified technician.
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 laser welding.
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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SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCESPECIFICATIONS
Button/Coin Battery Warnings
WARNING
INGESTION HAZARD:
This product contains a
button cell or coin battery.
This symbol means:
INGESTION HAZARD: This product contains a
button cell or coin battery.
1. Immediately dispose of used batteries
and keep away from children. Do NOT
dispose of batteries in household trash.
2. Even used batteries may cause
severe injury or death.
3. Call a local poison control center
for treatment information.
4. Do not mix old and new batteries, different
brands or types of batteries, such as alkaline,
carbon-zinc, or rechargeable batteries.
5. Ensure the batteries are installed correctly
according to polarity (+ and -).
6. Remove and immediately discard batteries from
equipment not used for an extended period of time.
7. Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
8. Do not force discharge, recharge, disassemble,
heat above 158°F or incinerate. Doing so
may result in injury due to venting, leakage
or explosion resulting in chemical burns.

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SAFETYOPERATIONMAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
Description Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet
Power Source Solar powered cell with battery assistance (two
replaceable 3V CR2450 lithium batteries)
Operating Temperature 14° to 131° F
Resting Shade Shade # 4
Shade Range 4/5-8/9-13 variable
UV/IR Protection Up to DIN 16 at all times
Lens Type ANSI Z87.1, CSA Z94.3 approved
Viewing Area 4.45" x 2.99" (13.30 sq. in.)
Welding Protection
Types
Stick welding (SMAW); TIG DC∾ TIG pulse DC; TIG pulse AC;
MIG/MAG/C02; MIG/MAG pulse; Plasma arc cutting (PAC); Plasma arc
welding (PAW); Air carbon arc cutting (CAC-A); Oxyfuel gas welding
(OFW); Oxygen cutting (OC); Grinding. Not for Laser Welding.
Lens Switching Speed (Clear to Dark) 1/25,000 seconds
Delay Control Controls dark-to-light state from 0.1 to 1.0 seconds
Sensitivity Adjustment Adjustable for ambient lighting (including
sun light) and other welding arcs
Grinding Mode Transforms helmet to grinding shield without shade flickering
Power ON / OFF Manual and Automatic
Shell Material High Impact-Resistant Polyamide Nylon
Storage Temperature -4° to 158° F
Weight 25 ounces
Features Ratcheting headband with padded sweatband,
4 independent arc sensors.
Battery (Included) CR2450, 3V battery x 2.