VTSSC60
Rev. 01
03/02/2010
©Velleman
®
nv
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7.
Soldering
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When the soldering iron has reached the desired temperature, it is ready for use.
Note:
when the iron is used for the first time it must be coated with solder (tinning). Re-tin
after use to prevent oxidation.
•
Remove the soldering iron from its stand.
•
Clean the tip by quickly wiping it on the wet sponge. This removes oxides and dirt
particles.
•
Hold the tip against the joint, do not use excessive pressure. Make sure to touch both
track and component lead.
•
Apply a small amount of solder to the joint (not to the iron!). It should flow smoothly and
form a volcano shape.
Note:
Do not use solder containing corrosive flux or chlorine. Resinous flux is safe.
•
Remove the iron while keeping the joint still. Allow the joint to cool down for a few
seconds.
•
Inspect the joint. It must look shiny and shaped like a volcano. If not, reheat and add a
little more solder if necessary. Make sure both track and lead are fully heated.
•
After last use, or when deemed necessary, clean and tin the soldering iron before placing
it back in the stand.
8.
Replacing the soldering tip
•
Switch the power off
[G]
and let the soldering iron cool down.
•
Unscrew the bit holder nut and remove the bit holder
[D2]
.
•
Remove the soldering bit
[D3]
by gently sliding it over the ceramic element.
•
Gently slide a new soldering bit (not included) over the ceramic element.
•
Slide the bit holder
[D2]
back over the soldering bit and secure the nut tightly.
•
The newly inserted bit may have different temperature characteristics than the old one.
To compensate temperature deviations, it is possible to calibrate the station.
o
Determine the deviation factor by using a thermocouple (not included) to measure the
actual tip temperature.
1
2
3
o
Switch the station on
[G]
and press and hold down preset temperature buttons
[A]
number
1
and
2
simultaneously. Display
1
is shown after ±3s. Release the preset
buttons.
o
Use preset button
2
to decrease or preset button
1
to increase the deviation (see
display
2
). Value ranges from -50°C to +50°C, interval 1°C.
o
Press preset button
3
to save the value (see display
3
).
o
Note that
the setting is only saved after switching the station off.
9.
Replacing the fuse
•
The fuse is located on the bottom of the soldering station. Disconnect the station from the
mains and turn it upside down.
•
Rotate the fuse holder
[J]
counter clockwise and pull it out of the station.
•
Remove the fuse
[K]
from the fuse holder
[J]
.
•
Insert a new fuse with the same specifications (T630mA250V).
•
Place the holder back in the station and turn clockwise to secure it.
•
Place the station back upright and plug the connector into the mains.
