3M Adflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator HE System Speedglas™ Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air, 36-1101-20SW, 1 EA/CASE Operating instructions

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Contents

System Description ................................................................................................................................1

Warnings and Cautions ..........................................................................................................................3

Limitations of Use ..................................................................................................................................3

Respirator Program Management ........................................................................................................4

NIOSH Approval / NIOSH Cautions and Limitations .................................................................................4

Speciﬁ cations ........................................................................................................................................5

Operating Instructions ............................................................................................................................7

Donning and Adjusting the Respirator ...........................................................................................7

ADF Function .............................................................................................................................13

Entering and Exiting the Contaminated Area .........................................................................................17

System Components and Replacement Parts .......................................................................................18

System Maintenance and Inspection ....................................................................................................21

Cleaning and Storage ...........................................................................................................................37

Disposal...............................................................................................................................................37

Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................37

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W WARNING

This welding and respiratory protection system helps protect against certain welding hazards and airborne

contaminants and must be used only by qualiﬁ ed persons trained in its use and maintenance and only in strict

accordance with the User Instructions, which accompanies each system, and all applicable local regulations.

Failure to comply with these instructions could result in serious bodily injury, sickness, or death. For

proper use, see supervisor, User Instructions, or call 3M in U.S.A., 1-800-243-4630. In Canada, call Technical

Service at 1-800-267-4414.

FOREWORD

Contact Information

Read all instructions and warnings before using. Keep these User Instructions for reference. If you have questions

regarding these products; contact 3M Technical Service.

In United States In Canada

Website: 3M.com/PPESafety Website: 3M.com/PPESafety

Technical Service: 1-800-243-4630 Technical Service: 1-800-267-4414

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

These User Instructions are applicable to the 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 Air and 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air. The 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Headgear Assemblies 9100 Air and 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Headgear

Assemblies 9100 FX-Air are classiﬁ ed as a loose ﬁ tting facepiece respirator and have an Assigned Protection

Factor (APF) of 25 which means that the respirator may be used in environments of up to 25 times the applicable

Occupational Exposure Limit.

The 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmets 9100 Air and 9100 FX-Air with auto-darkening ﬁ lters (ADFs) are designed

to help protect the wearer’s eyes from harmful radiation including visible light, ultra-violet radiation (UV) and infrared

radiation (IR) resulting from certain arc, plasma and gas welding/cutting processes when used in accordance

with local regulations and these User Instructions. Three sensors on the front of the auto-darkening ﬁ lter (ADF)

react independently at the moment the welding arc is struck and cause the ﬁ lter to darken automatically. The ADF

transitions back to the light shade after the welding arc has stopped. Two lithium batteries are used as the power

source. Protection from UV and IR is continuous, regardless of whether the ADF is in the light or the dark state due to

the protective purple lens coating known as a bandpass ﬁ lter. In the event of battery or electronic failure, the welder

remains protected against UV and IR radiation equivalent to the darkest shade setting (shade 13).

The 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmets 9100 FX-Air offer a clear polycarbonate lens that is ideal for precision weld

preparation under a variety of lighting conditions. The clear lens meets the high impact requirements of the ANSI

Z87.1-2010 and CSA Z94.3 requirements for high impact eye and face protection and provides limited protection

against certain ﬂ ying particles. To use the clear lens, the user simply lifts up the spring-mounted welding shield,

which holds the (ADF) securely in a raised position for weld preparation. The spring-mounted welding shield must be

returned to the down position prior to welding.

W WARNING

Properly selected, used, and maintained respirators help protect against certain airborne contaminants by

reducing airborne concentrations in the wearer’s breathing zone below the Occupational Exposure Limit (OEL).

It is essential to follow all instructions and government regulations on the use of this product, which includes

wearing the complete respirator system during all times of exposure, in order for the product to help protect

the wearer. Misuse of respirators may result in overexposure to contaminants and lead to sickness or

death. For proper use, see supervisor, refer to the product User Instructions or call 3M in U.S.A.

1-800-243-4630. In Canada, call 3M Technical Service at 1-800-267-4414.

Listing of Warnings within these User Instructions

W WARNING

• These products help protect against certain airborne contaminants. Misuse may result in sickness or

death. For proper use, see supervisor, User Instructions or call 3M in U.S.A., 1-800-243-4630. In Canada,

call Technical Service at 1-800-267-4414.

• The 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmets 9100 Air and 9100 FX-Air have passed the requirements of the

ANSI Z87.1-2010 and CSA Z94.3 for ignition resistance. However, under certain circumstances, these

products may support a ﬂ ame. Users must evaluate hazards in the workplace and take appropriate

precautions for those hazards. 3M does not recommend the use of these products in areas where

contact with an open ﬂ ame is possible. Improper use may result in injury or death.

• 3M does not recommend use of the 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmets 9100 Air and 9100 FX-Air with

facial hair that interferes with the faceseal. Users should be clean-shaven where the respirator’s faceseal

comes into contact with the user’s face. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the respirator

and may result in sickness or death.

• The 3M products meet the requirements of certain industrial eyewear standards. They do not provide

complete eye, or face protection from severe impact or penetration. These products are not a substitute for

good safety practices and engineering controls. Misuse may result in serious injury. For proper use, see

supervisor, refer to the product User Instructions or contact 3M Technical Service.

• When exposed to eye and face hazards, wear additional eye and/or face protectors appropriate to the

hazard. ANSI Z87.1-2003, incorporated by reference in the OSHA Eye and Face Standard 29 CFR 1910.133,

suggests safety spectacles or goggles should be worn in conjunction with loose ﬁ tting respirators if the

visor can be raised from the normal position during use. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.

In Canada, users should follow CSA Z94.3 and/or the eyewear requirements of the authority having

jurisdiction in their region.

• Never modify or alter these respirator systems. Repair or replace parts only with approved 3M components.

Utilizing components other than those supplied by 3M may adversely affect respirator performance and

result in sickness or death.

• Do not remove this respirator while in the contaminated area. Always don and remove the respirators in a

clean environment. Failure to do so may expose the wearer to respiratory hazards and may result in

sickness and/or death.

• Before you enter a hazardous atmosphere wearing this respirator, you must inspect the respirator, and don

the respirator according to the instructions in section “Operating Instructions” of these User Instructions

and the User Instructions provided with the components of the system you are using. Failure to do so may

affect respirator performance and may result in sickness or death.

• This headgear must not be painted or cleaned with solvents. Any decals applied to the headgear must be

compatible with the surface material and known not to affect adversely the characteristics of the materials

used in the headgear. Decals may affect the ﬂ ammability characteristics of this headgear.

• Any headgear subjected to severe impact should be replaced.

• The SideWindows should be covered with the coverplates in situations when other welders are working

beside you and in situations where reﬂ ected light can pass through the SideWindows.

• Should the 3M™ Speedglas™ Auto Darkening Filter (ADF) fail to switch to dark mode upon striking an arc, stop

welding immediately and inspect the ADF as described in these User Instructions. Continued use of an ADF that

fails to switch to the dark state may result in permanent eye injury and vision loss. If the problem cannot be

identiﬁ ed and corrected, do not use the ADF; contact your supervisor, distributor or 3M for assistance.

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W WARNING

• Carefully inspect the complete 3M™ Speedglas™ 9100 ADF before each use. Cracked, pitted or scratched

ﬁ lter glass or protection plates reduce vision and can seriously impair protection. All damaged components

should be replaced immediately. Remove any protective ﬁ lm from the visor.

• The 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 Air and 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air are not

designed for overhead welding/cutting operations due to the risk of burns from falling molten metal. Use of

these products for these applications may result in serious injury or death.

• The 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 Air and 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air (used

with 3M

™

Speedglas

™

ADF 9100 Series) are not suitable for laser welding or welding processes that

require shade 14 or higher ﬁ lters. Use of this product for these applications may result in permanent eye

injury and vision loss.

• Only operate the ADF at temperatures between 23°F (–5°C) and 131°F (+55°C). If used outside of this

range, the ﬁ lter may not perform as designed and may result in permanent eye injury and vision loss.

W Caution:

Dispose of equipment that has reached its intended service life in accor dance with local regulations.

LIMITATIONS OF USE

• Contaminants which are dangerous to your health include those which you may not be able to see or smell.

• Leave the contaminated area immediately if:

– Any part of the system becomes damaged.

– Airﬂ ow into the respirator decreases or stops.

– Breathing becomes difﬁ cult.

– You feel dizzy or your vision is impaired.

– You taste or smell contaminants.

– Your face, eyes, nose or mouth become(s) irritated.

– You suspect that the concentration of contaminants may have reached levels at which this respirator

may no longer provide adequate protection.

• Do not wear these respirators to enter areas where atmospheric concentrations of contaminants are unknown

or immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH).

• Do not exceed the maximum use concentration determined using the Assigned Protection Factor (APF) for the

speciﬁ c respirator system or the APF mandated by speciﬁ c government standards, whichever is lower.

• These welding helmets are not designed for overhead welding/cutting operations due to the risk of burns from

falling molten metal.

• These welding helmets are not suitable for laser welding or welding processes that require shade 14 or

higher ﬁ lters.

• Only operate the ADF at temperatures between 23°F (–5°C) and 131°F (+55°C).

• Do not use system in areas where contact with an open ﬂ ame is possible.

RESPIRATOR PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Occupational use of respirators must be in compliance with applicable health and safety standards. By law,

US employers must establish a written respiratory protection program meeting the requirements of the OSHA

Respiratory Protection Standard 29 CFR 1910.134 and any applicable OSHA substance speciﬁ c standards.

In Canada, CSA standard Z94.4 requirements and all applicable local requirements must be met. A summary

of the major sections of OSHA 1910.134 are included in Table 1. For additional information on this standard,

go to OSHA’s website . Consult an industrial hygienist or call 3M Technical Service with questions concerning

applicability of these products to your job requirements.

Table 1: Major Sections of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134

Section Description

A Permissible Practice

B Deﬁ nitions

C Respiratory Protection Program

D Selection of Respirators

E Medical Evaluation

F Fit Testing

G Use of Respirators

H Maintenance and Care of Respirators

I Breathing Air Quality and Use

J Identiﬁ cation of Cartridges, Filters, and Canisters

K Training and Information

L Program Evaluation

M Recordkeeping

NIOSH APPROVAL / NIOSH CAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS

This headgear is one component of a NIOSH approved respirator system. Refer to the User Instructions and the

NIOSH approval label provided with the 3M Supplied Air (SA) or Powered Air Purifying (PAPR) Blower Unit for

approved conﬁ gurations and applicable NIOSH Cautions and Limitations.

Additional Standards Compliance

1. These products meet the requirements of certain industrial eyewear. They do not provide complete eye,

and face protection from severe impact and penetration and are not a substitute for good safety practices

and engineering controls. Misuse may result in serious injury. For proper use, see supervisor, refer to the

product User Instructions or contact 3M Technical Service.

2. When exposed to eye and face hazards, wear additional eye and/or face protectors appropriate to the hazard.

ANSI Z87.1-2003, incorporated by reference in the OSHA Eye and Face Standard 29 CFR 1910.133, suggests

safety spectacles or goggles should be worn in conjunction with loose ﬁ tting respirators if the visor can be

raised from the normal position during use. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. In Canada, users

should follow CSA Z94.3 and/or the eyewear requirements of the authority having jurisdiction in their region.

When assembled according to these User Instructions, this system meets the requirements of the ANSI Z87.1-2010

standard for eye and face protection devices.

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Occupational use of these products for eye and face protection must be in compliance with applicable health and

safety standards. In the US, employers must comply with the OSHA personal protective equipment (PPE) standard

(29 CFR 1910.132) and, as applicable, the eye and face standard (29 CFR 1910.133). In Canada, consult the

applicable standard(s) for your jurisdiction.

SPECIFICATIONS

Note: The 9100 Air and 9100 FX-Air welding helmets contain no component made from natural rubber

latex.

Eye and face protection Meets CSA Z94.3 and the High Impact requirements of Z87.1-2010

Head top impact None - does not offer head top impact protection

Operating Temperatures 23°F to 131°F (-5°C to 55°C)

Table 1. Speciﬁ cations for 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmets

Technical Data

V-Size ADF X-Size ADF XX-Size ADF

Viewing Area (approx.)

1.8 x 3.7 in

(45 x 93 mm)

2.1 x 4.2 in

(54 x 107 mm)

2.8 x 4.2 in

(72 x 107 mm)

Battery Life (min.)

(2 x CR-2032) 2,800 hours 2,500 hours 2,000 hours

Solar Assist Yes Yes No

9100 FX Air Approx. Weight Comp.

Assy w/ SideWindows 34.2 oz (970 g) 34.6 oz (980 g) 36.2 oz (1025 g)

9100 Air Approx. Weight Comp. Assy

w/ SideWindows 28.9 oz (820 g) 29.3 oz (830 g) 30.2 oz (855 g)

Dark Shades Shades 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13

Light State Shade 3

Switching Speed < 0.1 ms (+23°C)

Special Modes Grind, Tack, Lock-in

Sensitivity Modes 5 levels

TIG Rating > 1 Amp

Number of Sensors 3 (2 eye-level, 1 center)

Delay (Recovery) Adjustable 40 - 1300 ms (approximate)

Temperature Range 23°F to 131°F (-5°C to 55°C)

Standards Compliance ANSI Z87.1-2010 High Impact requirements & CSA Z94.3-2007

Warranty 2 Years

Head sizes 6 ¼ to 8 (50-64 cm)

Shield PPA

Silver Front and ADF Housing Nylon

Headband Nylon, PP, PE, TPE

SideWindows Polycarbonate

Protection Plates Polycarbonate

Flame Resistant Fabric 75% FR-Cotton, 25% aramid synthetic ﬁ ber

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Unpacking

Inspect the package contents for shipping damage and ensure all components are present. The product should

be inspected before each use following the procedures in the Inspection section of this User Instruction.

DONNING AND ADJUSTING THE RESPIRATOR

W WARNING

Do not remove this respirator while in the contaminated area. Always don and remove the respirator in a

clean environment. Failure to do so may expose the wearer to respiratory hazards and could result in

sickness and/or death.

Always wear ANSI Z87.1 compliant safety spectacles in addition to any welding headgear. Failure to do so

may result in permanent eye injury and vision loss. In Canada, users should follow CSA Z94.3 and/or the

eyewear requirements of the authority having jurisdiction in their region.

3M does not recommend use of the 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmets 9100 Air and 9100 FX-Air with facial

hair that interferes with the faceseal. Users should be clean-shaven where the respirator’s faceseal comes

into contact with the user’s face. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the respirator and may

result in sickness or death.

• Verify that the respirator is connected to the proper air source and that air is ﬂ owing before donning the

respirator.

• For airline, verify line pressure is in required range of air control device per the recommended pressure

schedule and airline hose length.

• Put the respirator on your head so that the faceshield is directly in front of your face.

Pull the headgear ﬁ rmly onto your head. If the headgear does not ﬁ t your head snugly follow the instructions

directly below.

The following adjustments should be made to help ensure that the 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmets 9100 Air

and 9100 FX-Air (Steps 1-6) are adjusted and ﬁ tted prior to use.

1. Place the 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air on the head and tighten the ratchet on the back of

the headgear (Fig.1) until a comfortable, but secure ﬁ t is achieved. If a comfortable ﬁ t cannot be achieved

using the ratchet alone, use the coarse adjustment of the front headband where the L, M, S adjustment are as

shown in the bottom of Fig. 1. L refers to a larger head circumference, M is for medium head circumference

and S is for smaller head circumference. Adjust the coarse adjustment based on the head circumference,

and then replace the helmet on the head and tighten the ratchet to achieve a comfortable but secure ﬁ t. For

additional adjustment, the ratchet may also be turned 180 degrees to achieve a slightly different ﬁ t based on

position as show in Fig. 2.

2. The 2 top crown straps should be adjusted to assure that the weight of the helmet is distributed and carried

evenly on the top of the head. With the helmet on, and the ratchet tightened, check to make sure that both

crown straps are adjusted so that there is no excess space or gaps between the top of the head, and the

crown straps. At times the back crown strap may be too large, and cause a gap, but this is not an appropriate

manner of wearing the helmet. If there is a gap, adjust the crown straps by sliding and tightening as shown

in Fig. 1. If there is no gap, but the helmet feels as though it is too high on the head, loosen the crown straps

until a comfortable height is achieved.

Fig. 1 Fig. 2

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3. Next adjust the front-to-back, or fore/aft position of the helmet should be adjusted so that the helmet is a

comfortable distance from your face, but is not touching your nose or face. The front-to-back adjustment

can be achieved by sliding the helmet back and forth as shown in Figs. 3a & 3b. It is a good idea to make

sure that the settings on both sides of the slide adjustment are at the same position to help with balance and

overall comfort.

1. 2. 3.

3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 Air

1. 2. 3.

3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air

4. With the helmet on the head, adjust the vertical viewing angle as shown in Figs. 4a & 4b to optimize the

viewing area and position of the helmet relative to the location of workplace application.

“X”

3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 Air

“X”

3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100FX-Air

Fig. 3a

Fig. 3b

Fig. 4a

Fig. 4b

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5. With the welding helmet on the head, grasp the faceseal and pull the faceseal over the chin and around the

face. By pressing the barrel clip and pulling gently on the drawstring, adjust the faceseal until a comfortable ﬁ t

is achieved (Fig. 5). There should be minimal gaps around the face and faceseal interface when the faceseal is

adjusted appropriately.

NOTE: It is important that the faceseal is correctly mounted and ﬁ tted to provide respiratory protection. Do not

remove the welding helmet respirator or turn off the air supply until you have vacated the contaminated area.

6. With the headgear adjusted, make sure to connect an approved air supply source to the headgear using either

the SG-30W, SG-40W or SG-50W breathing tubes.

NOTE: Only the SG-50W breathing tube can be used with the 9100 Air welding helmet when used with the Adﬂ o

air supply with the OV/AG and particulate ﬁ lter combination.

Not NIOSH approved with V-Series Supplied Air Valves.

The breathing tube attaches to the headgear at the locations marked “X” in Figs. 4a and 4b. Press ﬁ rmly on the

QRS connector end of the breathing tube until you hear a click. Pull gently on the breathing tube to assure it is

connected properly and can not be removed without pressing on the blue release tabs. Once the headgear is

connected to an approved air supply source, and the air source is turned on or set to the recommended pressure,

assure that air ﬂ ows through the headgear.

Airduct Length Adjustment (3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 Air)

The position and length of the airduct may be adjusted by detaching the airduct from the headband and rotating

the assembly around the helix of the airduct tubing (Fig. 6). This adjustment may be used to optimize the length

of the airduct in the event that the breathing tube may push or pull on the (3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet

9100 Air) assembly, especially when in the “up” position.

Airduct Length Adjustment

Fig. 6

Fig. 5

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ADF FUNCTION

W WARNING

Should the 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Auto Darkening Filter (ADF) fail to switch to dark mode upon striking an arc, stop

welding immediately and inspect the ADF as described in these User Instructions. Continued use of an ADF that

fails to switch to the dark state may result in permanent eye injury and vision loss. If the problem cannot be

identiﬁ ed and corrected, do not use the ADF; contact your supervisor, distributor or 3M for assistance.

The 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 Air and 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air (used with

3M

™

Speedglas

™

ADF 9100 Series) are not suitable for laser welding or welding processes that require shade 14

or higher ﬁ lters. Use of this product for these applications may result in permanent eye injury and vision loss.

Only operate the ADF at temperatures between 23°F (–5°C) and 131°F (+55°C). If used outside of this range,

the ﬁ lter may not perform as designed and may result in permanent eye injury and vision loss.

On/Off

To activate the ADF, press the SHADE/ON button. The ADF automatically turns OFF after 1 hour of inactivity.

The ADF has three photo sensors that react independently and cause the ﬁ lter to darken when a welding arc

is struck. The ADF may not turn dark if the sensors are blocked or the welding arc is totally shielded. Flashing

light sources (e.g. safety strobe lights) can trigger the ADF making it ﬂ ash when no welding is occurring. This

interference can occur from long distances and/or from reﬂ ected light. Welding areas must be shielded from

such interference.

Shade

Seven different shade settings are available, split into two groups, 5, 8 and 9-13. In order to see the current

shade setting, momentarily press the SHADE/ON button. To change shade, press the SHADE/ON button

repeatedly. Move the ﬂ ashing LED to the desired shade. To shift between the two shade groups (shade 5, 8) and

(shade 9-13), hold the SHADE/ON button down for 2 seconds. In all welding processes the arc should only be

viewed with the recommended dark shade (Table 2).

Sensitivity Selection

The programming and sensitivity of the photo detector system can be adjusted to accommodate a variety of

welding processes and workplace conditions. To change the sensitivity setting, press the SENS button repeatedly

until the LED shows the desired setting.

Position

Light-State Lock (Grinding Mode) – switching function is disabled, remains in constant shade 3

Position 1 Least sensitive setting. Used if there is interference from other welders’ arcs in the vicinity

Position 2 Default setting. Used for most types of welding, indoors and outdoors

Position 3 For welding with stable welding arcs (e.g., TIG welding)

Position 4 For low current TIG welding or inverter-type welding machines

Position 5 For TIG welding where part of the arc is obscured from view

Position

Dark-State Lock – switching function is disabled, remains in selected dark shade

Light-State Lock (Grinding Mode)

This setting is intended for grinding or other non-welding activities. When

the ADF is locked in the light state (shade 3) the LED under the symbol

will ﬂ ash every 8 seconds to alert the user. The ADF must be changed to

an appropriate SENS setting before arc welding or it will remain in the

light-state lock mode. When the ADF turns off (after 1 hour inactivity), it will

automatically return to the default sensitivity setting 2.

Position 1-5

If the ﬁ lter does not darken during welding as desired, increase the sensitivity until the ADF switches reliably.

Should the sensitivity be set too high, the ﬁ lter may remain in the dark state after welding is complete due to

ambient light. In this case, adjust the sensitivity downward to a setting where the ADF both darkens and lightens

appropriately.

Dark-State Lock (Plasma Cutting or Gas Welding

and Cutting)

This setting locks the ADF in the selected dark shade. If the ADF turns off

(after 1 hour inactivity), it will automatically return to the default sensitivity

setting 2.

Delay

The delay function allows the user to manually increase or decrease the recovery delay time (from dark to

light) according to the requirements of the welding process. The recovery time intervals are also automatically

extended as the shade increases. The time intervals are listed in milliseconds in Table 3. Although the Delay and

Sensitivity functions share the same LED display, they are separate adjustments.

2-Step Recovery

The two longest delay settings include an intermediate stage in the recovery.

As the arc extinguishes, the ﬁ lter will brieﬂ y recover to shade 5 and then to

shade 3. The time intervals for each stage are listed as d1 and d2 in Table 3.

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Tack Mode

This setting may help reduce eye fatigue resulting from the eye frequently

adjusting to differing light levels during rapid tack welding. As the arc

extinguishes, the ﬁ lter will recover to shade 5. If another arc is not struck

within 2 seconds the ﬁ lter will return to the normal light state (shade 3).

Low Battery Indicator

The batteries should be replaced when the low battery indicator ﬂ ashes or LEDs do not ﬂ ash when the buttons

are pressed.

Table 2. Recommended Guide for Shade Numbers

(Adapted from ANSI Z49.1-2003)

Operation Electrode

diameter inches

Arc current,

amps

Minimum

Protective Shade

Recommended

Shade Number

Shielded metal arc < 3 < 60 7 ---

3-5 60-160 8 10

5-8 160-250 10 12

> 8 250-550 11 14

Gas-metal-arc welding < 60 7 ---

60-160 10 11

160-250 10 12

250-500 10 14

Gas-tungsten-arc < 50 8 10

50-150 8 12

150-500 10 14

Air-carbon-arc cutting < 500 10 12

500-1000 11 14

Plasma-arc welding < 20 6 6-8

20-100 8 10

100-400 10 12

400-800 11 14

Plasma-arc cutting < 300 8 9

300-400 9 12

400-800 10 14

Carbon arc welding 14

d 1

d 2

delay

d 2

d 1

∑

Table 3

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ENTERING AND EXITING THE CONTAMINATED AREA

Inspection

W WARNING

Before you enter a hazardous atmosphere wearing this respirator, you must inspect the respirator, and don

the respirator according to the instructions in section Operating Instructions of these User Instructions and

the User Instructions provided with the components of the system you are using. Failure to do so may affect

respirator performance and result in sickness or death.

The 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 Air and 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air have

passed the requirements of the ANSI Z87.1-2010 and CSA Z94.3 for ignition resistance. However, under

certain circumstances, these products may support a ﬂ ame. Users must evaluate hazards in the workplace

and take appropriate precautions for those hazards. 3M does not recommend the use of these products in

areas where contact with an open ﬂ ame is possible. Improper use may result in injury or death.

The SideWindows should be covered with the coverplates in situations when other welders are working

beside you and in situations where reﬂ ected light can pass through the SideWindows.

The 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 Air and 3M

™

Speedglas

™

Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air are not

designed for overhead welding/cutting operations due to the risk of burns from falling molten metal. Use of

these products for these applications may results in serious injury or death.

With the respirator in operation, enter the contaminated area, breathing normally. Keep the air supply hose or

PAPR assembly away from equipment, vehicles, and other physical and chemical hazards.

1. Airborne contaminants which can be dangerous to your health include those that are so small you may not be

able to see or smell them.

2. Do not wear this respirator to enter areas where:

a. Atmospheres are oxygen deﬁ cient.

b. Contaminant concentrations are unknown.

c. Contaminant concentrations are Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH).

d. Contaminant concentrations exceed the maximum use concentrations (MUC) determined using the

Assigned Protection Factor (APF) for the speciﬁ c respirator system or the APF mandated by speciﬁ c

government standards, whichever is lower.

3. Leave the contaminated area before reaching inside or removing the welding helmet. Do not remove the

welding helmet or reach your hand inside the welding helmet in areas where the air is contaminated.

4. Leave the contaminated area immediately if any of the following conditions occur:

a. Any part of the system becomes damaged.

b. Airﬂ ow into the welding helmet respirator decreases or stops.

c. Breathing becomes difﬁ cult.

d. You feel dizzy or your vision is impaired.

e. You taste or smell contaminants.

f. Your face, eyes, nose or mouth become(s) irritated.

g. You suspect that the concentration of contaminants may have reached levels at which this respirator may

no longer provide adequate protection.

Remove the Welding Helmet Respirator in a Clean Area

Clean your hands of any contaminants before reaching inside the welding helmet for any reason.

Refer to the section System Inspection and Maintenance of these User Instructions for cleaning, inspection and

storage information.

3M

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SPEEDGLAS

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SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

06-0300-53

(Complete Helmet Assembly less ADF)

25-0099-35SW

25-0400-55

25-0099-28

06-0500-51

06-0500-53

Complete Headband Assembly

9100 Air Welding Helmet Exploded View

19 20

06-0700-64

06-0700-63

06-0700-73

26-0099-28

26-0400-55

06-0700-51

06-0700-54

06-0700-82

06-0700-83

Complete Headband Assembly

06-0700-85

9100 FX-Air Welding Helmet Exploded View

3M

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Speedglas

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Complete Helmet Assemblies (less ADF)

25-0099-35SW Welding Helmet 9100 Air with SideWindows

26-0099-35SW Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air with SideWindows

3M

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Speedglas

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Replacement Parts and Accessories

04-0320-00 Batteries (CR-2032)

06-0000-10 ADF 9100V

06-0000-20 ADF 9100X

06-0000-30 ADF 9100XX

06-0200-10 Inside Protection Plate 9100V (5 pack)

06-0200-20 Inside Protection Plate 9100X (5 pack)

06-0200-30 Inside Protection Plate 9100XX (5 pack)

06-0201-10 Starter Kit 9100V (5 Outside & 2 Inside Protection Plates, 1 sweatband)

06-0201-20 Starter Kit 9100X (5 Outside & 2 Inside Protection Plates, 1 sweatband)

06-0201-30 Starter Kit 9100XX (5 Outside & 2 Inside Protection Plates, 1 sweatband)

06-0200-51 Outside Protection Plate 9100, Standard (10 pack)

06-0200-52 Outside Protection Plate 9100, Scratch Resistant (10 pack)

06-0200-53 Outside Protection Plate 9100, High Temperature (10 pack)

06-0200-54 Sweatband 9100 (3 pack)

06-0400-51 Headband Assembly 9100 Complete (headgear)

06-0400-52 Pivot Mechanism 9100 (Left & Right)

06-0400-53 Headband 9100 Front Part

06-0400-54 Headband 9100 Back Part (ratchet adjuster)

06-0400-55 Battery Holder 9100

06-0500-51 Head Protector 9100, Tecaweld

06-0500-52 Ear and Neck Protector 9100, Tecaweld

06-0500-53 SideWindow Covers – 9100 Air

06-0500-54 Welding Beanie Hat, (no visor)

06-0500-55 Welding Cap with Visor

06-0500-56 Magniﬁ cation Plate 1.5X

06-0500-57 Magniﬁ cation Plate 2.0X

06-0500-58 Magniﬁ cation Plate 2.5X

06-0500-59 Magniﬁ cation Plate 3.0X

06-0500-60 Cloth Storage Bag

06-0500-61 Branded Toolbox Decal

06-0700-51 Wideview Clear Grinding Visor, Standard

06-0700-54 Wideview Clear Grinding Visor, Anti-Fog

06-0700-63 Chrome Front Panel, 9100 FX, 9100 FX-Air

06-0700-64 Wideview Clear Grinding Visor Frame, 9100 FX-Air

06-0700-73 SideWindow Covers, 9100 FX-Air

06-0700-82 Extended Headcover (Head and Neck), 9100 FX, 9100 FX-Air

06-0700-83 Full Shroud, Black

06-0700-85 Air Diffuser

25-0099-28 Faceseal, 9100 Air

25-0400-55 Airduct Tube, 9100 Air

26-0099-28 Faceseal, 9100 FX-Air

26-0400-55 Airduct Assembly, 9100 FX-Air

SG-15 Light Duty Breathing Tube Cover

L-199SG Heavy Duty Breathing Tube Cover

SG-30W Self Adjusting Breathing Tube

SG-40W Heavy Duty Breathing Tube

SG-50W Foam Lined Breathing Tube – for use with 9100 Air welding helmet when used in combination

with Adﬂ o with combination cartridge and particulate ﬁ lter (Not NIOSH approved with V-Series

Supplied Air Valves)

SG-90 Carry Bag

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SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

The respirator should be inspected before and after use for any damage or defects that could affect the

performance of the respirator. Following the requirements outlined in 29 CFR 1910.134, the maintenance and

inspection program should assure that the user is provided with a respirator that is clean, sanitary, and in good

operating condition. The respirator wearer should inspect the equipment prior to each use to assure that it is in

proper working condition.

W WARNING

Never modify or alter this respirator. Repair or replace parts only with approved 3M components. Utilizing

components other than those supplied by 3M may adversely affect respirator performance and result in

sickness or death.

Carefully inspect the complete 3M

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Speedglas

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ADF 9100 before each use. Cracked, pitted or scratched ﬁ lter

glass or protection plates reduce vision and can seriously impair protection. All damaged components should

be replaced immediately. Remove any protective ﬁ lm from the visor.

Any headgear subjected to severe impact should be replaced.

ADF Functionality Check

To check for proper ADF operation, hold the ADF within a few inches of a ﬂ uorescent light bulb and observe the

ADF switch to the selected dark state. Depending on the light source, it may be necessary to temporarily increase

the sensitivity setting. Optionally, the ADF can be triggered by pointing any television or VCR remote control

device at the ADF sensors and by pushing the “On” button.

NOTE: If the ADF does not function as described above, do not use and immediately contact your supervisor or

3M representative.

Sweatpad Replacement

See Fig. 7.

Fig. 7

23 24

Front Panel, Outer Protection Plate, and ADF Removal and Replacement

See Figs. 8a & 8b.

3M

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Speedglas

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Welding Helmet 9100 Air

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34

5678

3M

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Speedglas

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Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air

Inside Protection Plate, Batteries Replacement and Magnifying Lens Installation

See Figs. 9 through 11 (Max Thickness of Mag Lens – 0.160 in/4.0 mm).

Fig. 8a

Fig. 8b

Fig. 9 Fig. 10

Fig. 11

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Installation of Sidewindow Coverplates

(3M

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Speedglas

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Welding Helmets 9100 Air and 9100 FX-Air)

See Figs. 12a & 12b.

Clear Wideview Grinding Visor and Frame Replacement

(3M

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Speedglas

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Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air)

Remove black grinding visor frame by gently lifting on the 4 tabs. Remove and replace the clear grinding visor

and replace the black grinding visor frame (Figs. 13 & 14).

Fig. 12a

Fig. 12b

Fig. 13

Fig. 14

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Top Extended Coverage Installation (3M

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Speedglas

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Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air)

Align hook and loop fasteners as shown (Figs. 15 & 16). If the extended coverage is the long version, secure

fastening loops between the inside of the helmet and the pivot mechanism location of the headgear.

Headband and Faceseal Replacement (3M

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Speedglas

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Welding Helmet 9100 Air)

See Figs. 17 through 22.

Fig. 15

Fig. 16

Fig. 17

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1.

2.

3.

Faceseal, Headband and Airduct Removal and Replacement (3M

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Speedglas

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Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air)

Refer back to the number call-outs in Fig. 23 for reference to faceseal, head harness and airduct replacements in

Figs. 24 through 29.

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Fig. 21

Fig. 22

Fig. 23

Fig. 24

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Optional Air Diffuser Installation (3M

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Speedglas

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Welding Helmet 9100 FX-Air)

The optional air diffuser may be used to help disperse the direct ﬂ ow of air to the face. Place the catch hooks

underneath the mounting screw for the airduct as shown in Fig. 30. Gently press the deﬂ ector toward the airduct

until it follows the contour of the airduct.

Fig. 29

Fig. 28

Fig. 30

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CLEANING AND STORAGE

W WARNING

This headgear must not be painted or cleaned with solvents. Any decals applied to the headgear must be

compatible with the surface material and known not to affect adversely the characteristics of the materials

used in the headgear. Decals may affect the ﬂ ammability characteristics of this headgear.

Clean the welding helmet with mild soap and lukewarm water. Do not use solvents. Clean the ADF with a clean,

lint-free tissue or cloth. Do not immerse ADFs in water or spray directly with liquids. Store equipment in a clean,

dry and dust-free environment at room temperature.

DISPOSAL

Dispose of equipment that has reached its intended service life in accordance with local regulations.

WARRANTY

WARRANTY: In the event any 3M OH&ESD product is found to be defective in material, workmanship, or not in

conformation with any express warranty for a speciﬁ c purpose, 3M’s only obligation and your exclusive remedy

shall be, at 3M’s option, to repair, replace or refund the purchase price of such parts or products upon timely

notiﬁ cation thereof and substantiation that the product has been stored, maintained and used in accordance with

3M’s written instructions.

EXCLUSIONS TO WARRANTY: THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED

WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHER WARRANTY OF QUALITY,

EXCEPT OF TITLE AND AGAINST PATENT INFRINGEMENT.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: Except as provided above, 3M shall not be liable or responsible for any loss or damage,

whether direct, indirect, incidental, special or consequential, arising out of sale, use or misuse of 3M OH&ESD

products, or the user’s inability to use such products. THE REMEDIES SET FORTH HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

In United States, contact:

Internet: 3M.com/PPESafety

Technical Assistance: 1-800-243-4630

For other 3M products:

1-800-3M-HELPS or 1-651-737-6501

RENSEIGNEMENTS SUPPLÉMENTAIRES

Aux États-Unis :

Internet : 3M.com/PPESafety

Assistance technique : 1 800 243-4630

Autres produits 3M :

1 800 364-3577 ou

1 651 737-6501

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St. Paul, MN 55144-1000

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3M and Speedglas are trademarks of 3M Company, used under license in Canada.

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and Environmental Safety Division

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P.O. Box 5757 London, Ontario N6A 4T1

3M and Speedglas are trademarks of 3M Company, used under license in Canada.

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