Replacing Batteries - GYS GYSMATIC 9.13 Manual De Instrucciones

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MAINTENANCE
• Expiration date: No expiration date for this product but the state of the Hermès GYSMATIC LCD 9/13 G welding helmet must be checked before each use.
The welding helmet must not fall down.
Do not put any heavy tools/objects in or on the helmet in order not to damage the filter or the protective screens.
The deterioration of the filter or its protective screen can reduce the vision field or the protection level. Replace the damaged parts.
• Do not use any tools or other sharp objects to remove any components of filter or helmet. Doing so may damage filter or helmet preventing proper function, possibly causing
injury or cancellation of the warranty.
• Clean the filter with a clean cotton or with a special rag for lens.
• Clean and change protective screens on a regular basis.
• Clean the inside and the outside of the helmet with a neutral disinfectant product.
• Do not use any solvent.
REPLACING THE EXTERNAL AND THE INTERNAL PROTECTIVE SCREEN

REPLACING BATTERIES

The opto-electronic filter uses 2 x 3V lithium batteries (CR2450). When the red light "Low battery alarm" (1) is on, batteries must be changed.
Follow the instructions below to change batteries:
- Position the slider on the cover (7) on "locker open"
- Pull the cover and remove the battery.
- Place a new battery in position. Polarity "+" must stay visible.
- Place the cover (7) back and position the slider on "locker closed"
- Do the same process for the other battery.
- Once the batteries have been replaced, the indicator "Low battery alarm" (1) must stay off.
- We recommend to replace the batteries once a year.
CAUTION
- Recycle used lithium batteries. In Europe, batteries are considered as dangerous waste.
- Do not throw in the bin. To drop off only in collection point for used batteries.
WARNING
• Use the welding helmet only for eye and face protection against harmful ultra violet and infrared radiation, sparks and spatter from welding.
• This product will not protect you against serious impact hazards such as, fragments of grinding wheels or abrasive discs, stones, or other grinding
tools, explosive devices or corrosive liquids (non exhaustive list). Appropriate protection must be used where these hazards exist.
• The hairband may cause allergies to sensitive people.
• The opto-electronic filter of the GYSMATIC LCD 9/13 G is not waterproof and will not work properly if it has been in contact with water.
• Application temperature of the filter is from -10°C to +55°C.
• Storage temperature of the GYSMATIC LCD 9/13 G is from -20°C to +70°C.
TROUBLESHOOTING
The optoelectronic filter does not work
Filter stays dark after the weld arc is extinguished or when no arc is present
Uncontrolled switching or flickering:
Filter darkens and then lightens while the welding arc is present
Side of the filter is lighter than the center of viewing area
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1. Unscrew the filter retainer (A)
2. Replace the internal protection (B) from the LCD filter
3. Replace the external protection (C)
4. Replace and screw the filter retainer (A)
Activate the solar charge by exposing the cell to the light for 20 to 30 minutes -
Check and change battery if necessary. (Low charge level)
Make sure that the potentiometer is set to the «welding» position (9 to 13)
Check and clean detectors if needed.
Adjust sensitivity knob to the lowest position. If the ambient light around the
welding area is extremely bright it is recommended to reduce the light level.
Check arc sensors are not blocked from direct access to the arc light. Adjust the
sensitivity to a higher setting
It is a natural feature of LCD's, this symptom is not dangerous for the eyes.
However for a maximum comfort, try to keep a viewing angle of around 90°
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