The manufacturer is not responsible for any modifications to the welding filter or use with welding shields other than the Speedglas 100 welding shield. Protection may be seriously impaired if unsuitable modifications are made.

Wearers of ophthalmic spectacles should be aware that in the case of severe impact hazards the deformation of the shield might cause the inside of the shield to come into contact with the spectacles creating a hazard for the wearer.

APPROVALS

Speedglas 100 has been shown to meet the Basic Safety Requirements under Article 10 of the European Directive 89/686/EEC and is thus CE marked. The product complies with the harmonized European Standards EN 175, EN 166, EN 169 and EN 379. The product was examined at the design state by DIN Certco Prüf- und Zertifierungszentrum (Notified body number 0196).

Markings

The welding filter is marked with the shade range and optical classifications.

The following is an example (EN 379):

3 / 8 -1 2 3M 1 / 2 / 2 / 3 / EN379 CE

Light shade

Dark shade(s)

Manufacturer identification

Optical class

Diffusion of light class

Variations in Luminous transmittance class

Angle dependency class (optional marking)

Certification mark or number of standard

Note! The above is an example. Valid classification is marked on the welding filter.

The markings on the welding shield and the protection plates, indicate safety class for protection against high speed particles. S stands for the basic requirement for increased robustness, F stands for low energy impact and B stands for medium energy impact.

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