Tip Maintenance - Velleman VTSSC72 Bedienungsanleitung

Soldering
Do not use temperatures in excess of 410 °C (770 °F) for normal soldering purposes.
The device can be used at higher temperatures for short periods of time. EXERCISE
GREAT CAUTION WHEN DOING SO.
Do not touch the metal parts of the soldering iron while the unit is being used or while it
is cooling in order to avoid burns.
1. Set the power switch to the "ON"-position.
2. Set the iron/tweezers switch to TWZ for tweezers parameter settings or to SIA for
regular soldering iron configuration.
3. Press the up-button (▲) until the display indicates 250 °C (or 482 °F). When the
temperature is stable, the heating indication is off. The unit is shown next to the
temperature.
To change the indicated unit, see § parameter settings above.
4. Tin the surface of the soldering tip by applying a new protective layer of solder.
5. Set the iron or tweezers to the desired working temperature.
6. When using the tweezers, always lift components perpendicular to the PCB.
7. Always return the soldering iron and tweezers to their stand between uses.
8. Common Causes for Tip Failures
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The temperature of the tip exceeds 410 °C (770 °F).
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The tip is not sufficiently tinned.
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Wiping the tip on a surface with a high sulphur content or on a dirty or dry sponge.
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Contact with organic or chemical substances such as plastic, resin, silicone and
grease.
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Impurities in the solder and/or a low tin content.
9.

Tip Maintenance

The soldering iron and tweezers use extremely high temperatures. Make sure that the
unit is switched off for maintenance purposes.
Remove the tip and clean it after heavy or moderate use. We recommend cleaning the
tip daily if the station is used frequently.
The supplied soldering tip is made of copper covered with a layer of iron. It will retain
its projected life span if used properly.
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Always tin the tip before returning it to the holder, prior to turning off the station or
to storing it for long periods of time. Wipe the tip on a wet sponge or use our tip
cleaner before activating the device.
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Using excessive temperatures (more than 400 °C or 750 °F) will shorten the life
span of the tip.
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Do not exercise excessive pressure on the tip while soldering, as this may cause
damage to the tip.
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Never clean the tip with a file or with abrasive materials.
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Do not use flux containing chloride or acid. Use only resinous fluxes.
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If an oxide film has formed, you should remove it by buffing carefully with a 600-
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