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    Expert Series Auto-Darkening Helmets Model: XVX OM-240 362B 2008 − 11 For more information, visit www .HobartW elders.Com[...]

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    T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1. Symbol Usage 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2. Hazards 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 1 SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 1-1. Symbol Usage This group of symbols means W arning! W atch Out! ELECTRIC SHOCK, MOVING PAR TS, and HOT P ARTS hazards. Consult symbols and related instructions below for necessary actions to avo[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 2 SECTION 2 − SPECIFICA TIONS V iewing Field 97 x 60mm/3.875 x 2.375 in Reaction Time 0.0000500sec (1/20,000) Available Shades Darkened State: No. 9 − No. 13 / Light State: No. 4 provides continuous UV and IR protection Sensitivity/Grind Mode Control Adjusts for varying ambient light and welding arc Delay Control Slows lens dark[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 3 SECTION 3 − OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 3-1. Helmet Controls 1 Reset Button (See Section 3-2 ) 2 Low Battery Indicator (See Section 3-2) 3 V ariable Shade Control (See Section 3-4) 4 Sensitivity Control (See Section 3-5) 5 Lens Delay Control (See Section 3-3) 1 23 4 5 804 847[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 4 3-2. Reset Button And Low Battery Indicator . The auto-darkening lens turns on (darkens) automatically when welding begins and turns off 15 − 20 minutes after welding stops. 1 Reset Button Press Reset button to check if the lens is working properly . When the Reset button is pressed, th e lens should darken twice and return to t[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 5 3-4. V ariable Shade Control (No. 9 − 13) 1 V ariable Shade Control (No. 9 − 13) Use the control to adjust the lens shade in the darkened state. Use the table below to select proper shade control setting based on your welding process. Start at shade 12 and adjust lighter to suit the welding application and your personal prefer[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 6 3-5. Sensitivity Control 1 Sensitivity Control Weld Mode Use control to make the lens more respon- sive t o d if ferent light levels in various weld- ing processes. Use a Mid-Range or 30 − 50% sensitivity setting for most ap - plications. It may be necessary to adjust helmet sensi- tivity to accommodate different lighting con- d[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 7 SECTION 4 − ADJUSTING HEADGEAR . There are four headgear adjust- ments: headgear top, tightness, angle a djustment, and distance adjustment. 1 Headgear T o p Adjusts headgear for proper depth on the head to ensure correct bal- ance and stability . 2 Headgear T ightness T o adjust, push in the adjusting knob located on the back o[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 8 SECTION 5 − REPLACING THE LENS COVERS 5-1. Replacing Outside Lens Cover ! Never use the auto-darkening lens without the inside and outside lens covers properly installed. W elding spatter will damage the auto-darkening lens and void the warranty . 1 Front Lens Holder 2 Release Points 3 Lens Cover 4 Gasket Remove front lens holde[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 9 5-2. Replacing Inside Lens Cover ! Never use the auto-darkening lens without the inside and out- side lens covers properly installed. Welding spatter will damage the auto-darkening lens and void the warranty . 1 Lens Assembly 2 inside Lens Cover Remove the lens cover holder (see Section 5-1) . Remove lens assembly . Remove the ins[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 10 SECTION 6 − REPLACING THE BA TTERY T o replace the batteries, remove the auto-darkening lens assembly (see Section 5). 1 Battery Tray After removing the lens assembly , slide the battery holding trays out and remove the old batteries. Replace with CR2450 lithium type batteries (2 required) or equivalent (Hobart Part No. 770 284[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 1 1 SECTION 7 − INST ALLING OPTIONAL MAGNIFYING LENS 1 Optional Magnifying Lens Starting at the bottom, slide magni- fying lens into the helmet retaining brackets. Align the magnifying lens with the auto-darkening lens as- sembly . D Remove lens holding frame (with auto-darkening lens) from helmet shell. D Remove auto-darkening le[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 12 SECTION 9 − TROUBLESHOOTING T rouble Remedy Auto lens not ON – auto- lens will not darken mo- mentarily when the Reset button is pressed. Check batteries and verify 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[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 13 SECTION 10 − P ARTS LIST 2 804 814 4 6 3 1 5 Figure 10-1. Prowler Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 14 Description Part No. Item No. Quantity Figure 10-1. Prowler Auto-Darkening W elding Helmet 1 770613 Ratchet Headgear Assembly (Does Not Include Item 2) 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 770616 Comfort Cushion 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 770274[...]

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    OM-240 362 Page 15 SECTION 1 1 − LIMITED W ARRANTY Effective January 1, 2008 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 [...]

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    PRINTED IN USA © 2008 Hobart Welders Hobart Welders 1635 W est Spencer Street Appleton, WI 54914 USA Phone: 800-332-3281 Visit our website at www.HobartWelders.com[...]