Hobart Welding Products XTP manual

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    Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet XT Series Models: XTF/XTV/XTP OM-221 534C 2006 − 03[...]

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    T able Of Contents SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SECTION 2 − SPECIFICA TIONS 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SECTION 3 − OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SECTION 4 − BA TTER Y REPLACEMENT 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SECTION 5 − MA[...]

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    Page 1 SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING W arning! W atch Out! There are possible hazards as shown in the adjoining symbols. D Read and follow Section 1 for all safety symbols. ARC RA YS can burn eyes and skin. Arc rays from the welding process produce intense visible and invisible (ultravio- let and infrared) rays that can bur[...]

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    Page 2 SECTION 2 − SPECIFICA TIONS XTF T echnical Specifications (Fixed Shade #10) Cartridge Dimensions 4.33 x 3.54 x 0.39 in (1 10 x 90 x 10 mm) Viewing Field 3.75 x 1.37 in (95 x 35 mm) Reaction Time Light to dark: 0.00028 second (1/3,600) Dark to light: 0.12 second Available Shades Darkened State: #10 / Light State: #3 Sensors Independent (T w[...]

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    Page 3 XTV T echnical Specifications (#9 − #12 V ariable Shade) Cartridge Dimensions 4.33 x 3.54 x 0.39 in (1 10 x 90 x 10 mm) Viewing Field 3.75 x 1.57 in (95 x 40 mm) Reaction Time 0.000083 second (1/12,000) Available Shades ANSI: Darkened State: #9 − 12 / Light State: #4 CE/CSA: Darkened State: #9 − 13 / Light State: #4 Sensors Independent[...]

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    Page 4 XTP T echnical Specifications (Professional #9 − #13 V ariable Shade) Cartridge Dimensions 4.33 x 3.54 x 0.39 in (1 10 x 90 x 10 mm) Viewing Field 3.81 x 1.85 in (97 x 47 mm) Reaction Time 0.0000625 second (1/16,000) Available Shades Darkened State: #9 − 13 / Light State: #4 Sensors Independent/redundant (T wo ) Operating T emperature 14[...]

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    Page 5 SECTION 3 − OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS On/Auto-Off Button Locate the ON button and press ON to weld. The lens will automatically darken twice and then return to the light state. The helmet is then ready to weld. Note: The lens will Auto-Of f (clear state − #4) 15 − 20 minutes after the last arc. It will be necessary to press the ON button[...]

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    Page 6 Sensitivity Control (XTV And XTP Models Only) The sensitivity control is used to make the lens more responsive to dif fe r- ing light levels experienced in various welding processes. W e recom- mend a (Mid-Range or 30 − 50%) sensitivity setting for most applica- tions. Please refer to the chart below for recommended settings. Recommended S[...]

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    Page 7 Adjustment of the Headgear for Maximum Comfort There are four adjustments on Hobart headgear that can be adjusted for maximum comfort: 1. Headgear T op – Adjusts headgear for proper depth on the head to en- sure correct balance and stability . 2. Headgear tightness – T o adjust, turn knob located on the back of the headgear left or right[...]

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    Page 8 SECTION 4 − BA TTER Y REPLACEMENT Model X TV : Remove the batteries by sliding the cover plate to the left. Re- place with 2 AAA alkaline batteries. ( Note: be sure the positive (+) side of the battery is aligned with positive (+) terminal.) Replace cover plate and then press On button. Model XTP: Remove the batteries by turning the batter[...]

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    Page 9 SECTION 6 − TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Solution Not ON – auto-lens will not darken momentarily when turned on. Check batteries and make sure that they are in good condition and installed properly . Also, check battery surfaces and contacts and clean if necessary . Check battery for proper contact and gently adjust contact points if necessar[...]

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    Page 10 SECTION 7 − LIMITED W ARRANTY Effective December 1, 2005 LIMITED W ARRANTY – Subject to the terms and conditions below . Hobart W elding Retail, Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to its original retail purchaser that the new Ho- bart equipment sold after the effective date of this limited warranty is free of defects in material and workmans[...]

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    Page 1 1 SECTION 8 − REPLACEMENT P ARTS Item No. Description Stock No. 1* Kit, Lens Cover Flat Black 770425 Kit, Lens Cover Gloss Black 770426 Kit, Lens Cover Patriot (Blue) 770452 Kit, Lens Cover Red Rivet 770453 Kit, Lens Cover Blaze Orange 770454 2 Replacement XTF Lens 770455 Replacement XTV Lens 770427 Replacement XTP Lens 770238 3 Ratchet He[...]

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