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USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Python Helmet and Variable Shade

Auto-Darkening Filters

Python Welding Helmet

Variable Shade Filters

4000V

6000V

5000V

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maximum UV/IR protection. You can never burn your eyes due to optical radiation passing through the
filter. User’s eyes can be severely burned if welding with a damaged lens (cracked, pitted, etc.).

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omplete safety, primary protection, such as spectacles or goggles, should be used in conjunction with

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welding helmets. Protective clothing and accessories such as leather bibs attached to the welding hel­met will protect the user from spatter and optical radiation indirectly entering from areas behind the
helmet.

ACGIH
5mg/m3 for welding fumes. Welding fumes cannot be classified simply. The composition and quantity
of both are dependent on the alloy being welded and the process and electrodes used.

Auto-Darkening filters protect against harmful ultra-violet and infrared rays. All shades have

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efines all welding helmets as secondary eye protection from optical radiation and impact. For

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(American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists) has established a TLV-TWA of

Shade

Manually control dark shade with the shade knob located on the outside of the helmet. (See Figure 1)

Shade

Adjusment

Sensitivity Adjustment

Figure 1: External Controls

Sensitivity and Delay

These filters have arc detection sensitivity and delay. Delay mode normally used in most welding applica­tions except spot welding. Longer delay can be used at very low amps (<20A) to ensure filter stays dark.

4000V, 4500V, 5500V and 5000V: Change sensitivity with external analog control (See Figure 1). Press
Delay button +/- to change delay bars from 0.1 to 3.5 seconds (See Figure 2).

Fig. 2: LCD Readout

(4000V, 4500V, 5500V and 5000V)

6000V: Change sensitivity with external analog control (See Figure 1). Press Delay button to change
delay bars from 0.1 to 2 seconds.

iDF81: Change sensitivity with external analog control. Sensitivity Level is not displayed on iDF81 LCD
readout. Press Delay button to change delay bars from 0.1 to 3.5 seconds (See Figure 3).

Fig. 3: LCD Readout

(iDF81)

Grind Mode

4000V, 4500V, 5500V and 5000V: Turn the Sensitivity knob down until the LCD readout indicates Grind.
iDF81: Turn sensitivity knob counter-clockwise until it clicks and the LCD readout displays Grind.

(***NOTE: Other modes will not work when in Grind Mode).

Intelligent Darkening Filter (iDF) Modes

There are three modes: Normal, Auto-Variable, & iTig. Switch modes by Pressing AND Holding
down Mode button for two seconds. To Cycle modes continue depressing the Mode button.

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Auto-Variable Mode: LCD displays “AUTO” (Fig. 4). Filter automatically responds to the inten­sity of the welding arc and sets the filter to the appropriate dark shade. The user can further ad­just the dark shade up or down for comfort while the “(٠)” flashes. The setting will be saved in
a memory slot. This mode has 8 memory slots, one for each shade number 7 thru 14; i.e. shade
7 = memory 1, shade 8 = memory 2, etc. The user can reset all memory slots by Pressing and
holding both Mode and Delay buttons for two seconds.

iTIG Mode: Upon entering iTIG mode, where LCD displays “TIG” icon and flashing “(

٠)” (Fig.

4) user first sets the lower desired shade while the “(٠)” flashes. After approximately 5 seconds
of not turning the shade knob the flashing stops and the user can then set the desired upper
shade. The user can reset memory by Pressing and holding both Mode and Delay buttons for
two seconds.

Python Helmet Assembly

Auto-Darkening Filter

Python 90 x 110 Shell

Inside Cover Plate

Sweatband

Headgear

Outside
Cover Plate

Python 90 x 110
Filter Holder

Located
on filter
edge or
back

Cover Plate
Guide Clip

Outside Cover Plate

Lower
Catches

Top Tabs

Lower Locks

Filter Holder

Filter Holder Instructions: Slide filter and
inside cover plate into filter holder. Slide top
tabs into catches on shell Rotate down and
snap lower locks into lower catches on shell.

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Catches

Care and Maintenance

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Your new filter requires virtually no maintenance other than periodic cleaning when lens becomes dirty or
clouded from smoke.

oft cloth with soapy water solution, or standard window cleaner. Welding helmet may be cleaned with soft

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cloth and soapy water. By changing cover plates frequently you will extend the life of your filter and guar-

ntee the best operation possible. Additional front and rear cover plates are available from your

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distributor. Do not submerge filter or welding helmet in water or solution. Store in original or similar pack­aging and store in a safe dry place away from direct heat between 14 - 100°F (-10 - 38°C).

iDF81: battery, located in the external control center will last 3-6 months depending on usage.
Replace with AAA battery of same voltage (1.5 V).

WARNING! Using the wrong cover plates may damage your product, compromise UV/IR protection,
and VOID WARRANTY. Use genuine

Make sure there is no damage to the helmet shell including, but not limited to cracks, holes, and melt­ing. Ensure that the springs holding the filter are not broken or corroded. Do not use the helmet if any
of these conditions exist and contact your distributor for replacement parts. Use only replacement
components as specified for each welding helmet in accordance with this user manual.

Please use only
NOTE: Change your cover plate when it loses its flexibility and/or becomes bowed or distorted. Clean
any build-up from the area where the cover plate is retained.

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ing from materials or workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase. Proof of purchase
establishing the date of sale and filter serial number must be provided, should a warranty claim be sub­mitted. The purchaser’s only remedy under this limited warranty shall be limited to
tion to repair, replace or refund (not to exceed the purchase price). This limited warranty is not
transferable from the original purchaser to a secondary owner.
sponsible for any injury, damage or loss resulting either directly or indirectly from the use or misuse of
this product. This limited warranty is exclusive and is in lieu of any other warranty implied either oral or
written. Please read the instruction manual carefully to avoid certain situations which may void this lim­ited warranty.

In the unlikely event that the auto-darkening filter malfunctions, the following procedures are to be
used to receive efficient service and repair: Determine if the product is damaged from abuse or mis­use. Any pitted marks on the filter possibly from spatter, chips, dents, or cracks, etc., are some indica­tions of operator abuse. In the case of operator abuse the warranty is void.

If you need to return your filter, follow the Return procedure below.

warrants all auto-darkening filters listed in this manual against all manufacturing defects result-

Please do not contact the distributor or retailer from whom you purchased the filter

1. Remove the Auto-Darkening filter from the helmet. Record the model number and serial
number which are located on the filter edge or back. Also record the date of purchase from
your sales receipt.

2. Contact

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replacement parts to ensure quality and fit.

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0.040” cover plates in these products.

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