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Professional soldering/Heating torcH
model no:
aK2961
thank you for purchasing a sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these
instructions, and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT:
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE
THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR
PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
1. safety
Warning!
ensure Health & Safety, local authority, and general workshop practice regulations are adhered to when using this
equipment, make sure you know where the nearest fire extinguisher is.
Warning!
Always wear approved eye / face protection when operating the torch.
Warning! do not
use the torch if you notice that it is damaged or if there could be a gas leak from it.
Warning!
Butane gas is extremely flammable, handle with care.
Warning!
Always point the torch away from the eyes and body when igniting and during operation.
Warning! do not
put the torch down when it is lit,
do not
leave it unattended.
Warning!
The flame is not easily visible in bright daylight.
Warning!
ensure the flame is completely extinguished after use.
do not
use water to cool the torch down.
Warning!
only use in a well ventilated area.
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do not
use the torch in an area where paint fumes, solvents or other flammable solids, liquids or gases pose a potential hazard. Keep
flammable material away from the torch when operating.
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do not
operate the torch when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
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do not
hold any workpiece by hand.
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do not
touch the workpiece close to the heated area as it will be very hot. Allow to cool.
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do not
operate the torch if it is damaged as this may cause failure and/or possible personal injury.
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do not
touch the top of the torch during or immediately after use, as it will be very hot. Allow to cool.
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do not
allow children to operate the torch.
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After use, allow the torch to cool before storing it.
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When not in use, store away from direct sunlight in a safe, dry, childproof location.
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do not
store at over 40°C, such as in a car in hot weather.
2. introduction
High quality, lightweight torch. Suitable for heating, soldering and shrinking. Powered by butane (lighter fuel) and features a piezoelectric
ignition switch. Supplied with an anti-ignition cap and features gas/flame control. Torch is fitted with a retractable stand.
3. oPeration
3.1.
Filling: Use standard butane fuel. Fill in a well ventilated area
away from open flame. Turn the torch off, make sure the flame
is out, allow to cool down for five minutes before filling.
3.1.1.
Hold the torch upside down and insert the filling can’s nozzle
into the gas filling valve (fig.1). Press the nozzle into the valve
and release gas. once gas begins to seep out around the edge
of the nozzle, the gas tank is full. Remove the filling can.
3.1.2.
The fuel level may be checked by looking in the fuel level
window (fig.1).
3.2.
operation:
3.2.1.
Remove the anti-ignition cap.
3.2.2.
Select required flame size using the flame control (fig.2).
3.2.3.
Soldering Iron. ensure soldering tip (fig.1) is fitted, press the
safety button (fig.1) and pull the trigger down. once the flame
is established, the trigger may be locked by sliding the trigger
lock (fig.2) to the right.
3.2.4.
Pencil Torch. Remove the soldering head and ignite as in
3.2.3.
3.2.5.
Flameless Heat Source. Remove the soldering tip from the
soldering head and ignite as in 3.2.3.
3.2.6.
If the trigger has been locked, move the trigger lock to the left to
extinguish the flame.
3.2.7.
deploy the retractable rest to stand the torch after use to avoid
damaging the surface on which it stands.
fig.1
fig.2
AK2961 Issue 2 (HF) 12/04/18
Original Language Version
© Jack Sealey limited
Refer to
instructions
Wear eye
protection