velleman SET 2 Butane Gas Powered Soldering Iron Kit User Manual

velleman SET 2 Butane Gas Powered Soldering Iron

Introduction

This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle could harm the environment. Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialized company for recycling. This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service. Respect the local environmental rules

Safety Instructions

• Read and understand this manual and all safety signs before using this appliance.
• This device can be used by children aged from 8 years and above, and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
• they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the device in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children shall not play with the device.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Indoor use only.
• Keep this device away from rain, moisture, splashing and dripping liquids.
• Never put objects filled with liquids on top of or close to the device.
• Do not use near inflammable products or in explosive atmospheres.
• Heat can cause fire to inflammable products even when they are not in sight.
• Only use in properly ventilated rooms. Incorrect use may cause fire.
• Do not touch the shafts, tips, or hot soldering iron as this can cause serious burns.
• Keep the tips away from the body, clothes, or other flammable material.
• Do not aim the soldering iron at the eyes. Use gloves and/or heat-resistant tools to pick up the PCB assembly to prevent burns.
• Always return the irons and gun to their stands between uses; always let the device cool down after use and before storage.
• Place the device on a level, stable, and fire resistant working surface.
• Do not inhale solder fumes. The vapours that are released during soldering are harmful.
• Therefore, you shall only use the soldering station in well-ventilated areas or under an exhaust hood (solder fume extractor).
• Dispose of fume filters and solder residue in accordance with local regulations.
• Never use the device on live electronic circuits. Make sure power to the work piece is cut and capacitors are discharged.
• Do not block the blow head. This may cause heat reflection and may damage the heating element.
• Warning! This tool must be placed on a stand when not in use; do not leave the tool unattended when switched on

General Guidelines

• Refer to the Velleman® Service and Quality Warranty on the last pages of this manual.
•  Protect this device from shocks and abuse. Avoid brute force when operating the device.
•  Keep this device away from rain, moisture, splashing and dripping liquids.
•  Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it.
•  All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons. Damage caused by user modifications to the device is not covered by the warranty.
•  Only use the device for its intended purpose. Using the device in an unauthorised way will void the warranty.
•  Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and the dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.
•  Nor Velleman nor its dealers can be held responsible for any damage (extraordinary, incidental or indirect) – of any nature (financial, physical…) arising from the possession, use or failure of this product.
•  Keep this manual for future reference.

Features

•  cordless soldering iron
•  can also be used as a torch and as a hot blower
•  kit contains:
  •  torch
  •  3 soldering tips
  •  deflector
  •  sponge
  •  solder wire
  •  tip cap
•  portable soldering tool powered by butane gas
•  auto ignition

Overview

1. gas filler valve
2. ignition button
3. safety lock
4. head
5. off
6. soldering tip
7. metal sleeve
8. flame switch
9. adjustment lever
10. continuous

Fuelling/Refuelling the Soldering Iron

• Before (re)fuelling, make sure to slide the flame switch [7] to the far left off position.
• Follow the directions on the butane gas fuel can (not included). Insert the tip into the gas filler valve [1]. Use a pumping action for best results. Use only high-quality butane gas.
• After (re)fuelling, allow the gas to stabilize a few minutes before ignition.

Operation

Ignition

• Make sure the exhaust vent is facing upward to avoid damaging your desk.
• Press the safety lock [3] and simultaneously pull down the trigger with your thumb.
• Hold the ignition button [2] and release the safety lock [3].
• Slide the flame switch [7] to the right for a constant flame.

Flame Adjustment

• Slide the adjustment lever [8] to the right to increase the flame.
• Slide the adjustment lever [8] to the left to decrease the flame.

Note:
Longer flames may cause the torch to flare or shut off. Please decrease the flame until the flame reaches a blue glow.

Shut-Off

• Slide the flame switch [7] to the far left.
• Let the soldering iron cool down.

Other Functions

Torch

• Rotate the nut in an anticlockwise direction and remove the soldering tip [5], the head [4] and the metal sleeve [6].
• Disassemble the soldering tip [5], the head [4] and the metal sleeve [6] assembly.
• Re-install the metal sleeve [6] and secure with the nut.
• The soldering iron can now be used as a torch. Operate the soldering iron as described under

Hot Blower

• Remove the soldering tip [5] by rotating it in an anticlockwise direction.
• The soldering iron can now be used as a hot blower. Operate the soldering iron as described under

Troubleshooting

Technical Specifications

References

• Velleman – Wholesaler and developer of electronics

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