3M Speedglas 9002X User Manual

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Speedglas™ Auto-Darkening Welding Helmets
User Instructions for:
• Utility
• 9000XF
• 9002D
• 9002V
• 9002X
Important: Keep these User Instructions for reference.
List of Warnings within these User Instructions
These products are designed to help protect the wearer’s eyes from harmful radiation including visible light, ultra-
violet radiation (UV) and infra-red radiation (IR) resulting from certain arc and gas welding processes when used
in accordance with these User Instructions. Use of this product in any other application such as laser welding or
welding processes that require shade 14 or higher filters may result in permanent eye injury and vision loss. Do
not use any welding product without appropriate training. For proper use, see supervisor, or User Instructions or
call 3M in U.S.A.1-800-243-4630. In Canada, call Technical Service at 1-800-267-4414.
Always wear ANSI Z87.1-2003 compliant safety spectacles in addition to any welding helmet. Failure to do so
may result in permanent eye injury and vision loss. In Canada, follow CSA Z94.3 and/or the requirements of
the authority having jurisdiction in your region.
Before each use, perform the inspection described in these User Instructions to ensure that all components are
installed and functioning as intended. Use of 3M™ welding helmet assemblies that do not meet these inspection
requirements or failure to use genuine 3M™ Speedglas™ replacement parts may result in permanent eye injury
and vision loss.
Do not use welding filters that are cracked, pitted or otherwise damaged as these conditions may compromise
eye/face impact protection and may allow harmful UV and IR radiation to pass through causing permanent eye
injury and vision loss.
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
identified and corrected, do not use the ADF; contact your supervisor or 3M for assistance.
Severe burn injuries may result if these welding helmets are used for heavy-duty overhead welding applications
where there is a potential for falling molten metal.
Only operate these ADFs at temperatures between 23°F (–5°C) and 131°F (+55°C). If used outside of this range,
the filter may not perform as designed and may result in permanent eye injury and vision loss.

3M Speedglas 9002X Specifications

General

Filter Type	Auto-darkening
Light State	Shade 3
Sensors	2
Optical Class	1/1/1/1
Battery Type	Lithium
Standards	EN 379, EN 175
Shade	Variable Shade

Summary

General Safety Warnings

Radiation Protection

Protects eyes from visible, UV, and IR radiation during specific welding processes.

Mandatory Training

Safety Spectacles Requirement

Always wear ANSI Z87.1-2003 compliant safety spectacles in addition to the helmet.

Pre-Use Inspection and Parts

Ensure components are installed and functioning; use only genuine 3M™ replacement parts.

Damaged Filter Warning

Do not use cracked, pitted, or damaged filters as they compromise protection.

ADF Darkening Failure

Stop welding immediately if ADF fails to darken; contact supervisor or 3M if problem persists.

Burn Injury Risk

Operating Temperature Limits

Operate ADFs between 23°F (-5°C) and 131°F (+55°C) for proper performance.

Use Instructions and Limitations

Application Limitations

Temperature Limitations

ADFs must be operated within the specified temperature range for proper function.

Replacement Parts and Assemblies

Replacement ADFs

Helmet Replacement Parts

Helmet Adjustment and Viewing Position

Headband Adjustment

Viewing Angle Adjustment

ADF Functionality

ON/OFF Operation

Explains how to turn the ADF on, its auto-off feature, and manual shut-off.

Dark Shade Selection

Guides on selecting shade levels from 9 to 13 for specific welding applications.

Sensitivity Selection

Details sensitivity settings (Low to Very High) for different welding types and conditions.

Delay Setting

ADF Maintenance and Installation

Replacing Outer Protection Plate

Replacing Inner Protection Plate

Removing ADF Cassette and Changing Batteries

Procedure for removing the ADF cassette to replace batteries, including low battery indicators.

Installing ADF Cassette

Pre-Use Inspection and Warnings

Inspection Checklist

Inspect welding filters, sensors, shield, and check for light leaks before each use.

Warning on Non-Compliant Use

Warning against using non-compliant assemblies or non-genuine parts to avoid injury.

ADF Operation Check and Cleaning

Checking ADF Operation

Welding Shade Number Guide

Recommended Shade Numbers

Troubleshooting Common Issues

ADF Not Turning On

Solutions for ADF not turning on, including battery checks.

ADF Shutting Off

Troubleshooting steps for ADF shutting off unexpectedly or not turning back on.

Intermittent Darkening

False Triggering

Blurry ADF or Spatter