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Item 63121 

        

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 or Oxyacetylene 
Welding/Cutting processes.

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.

 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Summary of Contents for 63121

Page 1: ...eference 20g When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyright 2020 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this ma...

Page 2: ...ential 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 Address...

Page 3: ...lowed 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 i...

Page 4: ... 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 e...

Page 5: ...stment Min Max adjustable Grinding Mode Transforms helmet to grinding shield without shade flickering Power ON OFF Fully Automatic Shell Material High Impact Resistant Plastic Polyamide Nylon Storage Temperature 4 to 158 F Features Ratcheting headband with replaceable padded sweatband 2 independent arc sensors which reduce the risk of blocked sensors during out of position welding variable Shade C...

Page 6: ...racked or pitted parts should be replaced immediately before using again to avoid severe personal injury Figure A Shade Number and Grinding Mode Selection 1 Select the shade number required see Shade Guide Chart on the previous page by turning the Shade Control Knob Be sure that the shade number of the Welding Helmet is the correct shade number for your application Note If a selection of shades ar...

Page 7: ...act Dark to Clear Adjustment Knob Adjusts the speed the lens changes Minimum 0 1 seconds Maximum 0 9 seconds Sensitivity Adjustment Knob Adjusts the amount of light needed to activate the lens to darken ANSI Z87 1 2010 Variable Shade 4 9 13 Item 61610 63121 Figure C Solar Cells This Welding Helmet utilizes high performance solar cells as its power supply and has a built in 3V lithium battery as po...

Page 8: ...ange the cover b Sensors are soiled clean surface of the sensors c Welding current is too low turn Sensitivity Adjustment Knob to the MAX position if necessary 3 Slow Response a Operating temperature is too low do not use at temperatures below 14 F 4 Poor Vision a Front Inside Lens Cover and or Filter soiled change it b Insufficient ambient light c Shade number is incorrectly set reset shade numbe...

Page 9: ...nt of the lens lift up on the tab at the bottom of the frame to access the lens cover b Remove the protection film from both sides of the new Lens if it comes with a film covering Place the new Lens into place by bending it slightly and sliding it between the tabs at each side of the lens until it snaps into place c Make sure that the Lens is securely installed If the unit has a frame make sure th...

Page 10: ...LL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO Parts List Part Description Qty 1 Front Lens Cover 1 2 Shell Welding Mask 1 3 Tension Adjustment Knob 2 4 Auto Darkening Filter 1 5 Inside Lens Cover 1 6 Lens Retaining Frame 1 7 Lens Retaining Frame Screw 2 Part Descrip...

Page 11: ...Page 11 For technical questions please call 1 888 866 5797 Item 63121 Assembly Diagram 9 3 2 1 4 5 6 7 10 11 12 8 13 SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 12: ...lusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an expl...

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