VTSS220
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4.
How to Solder
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File off any dirt, rust or paint on the parts you wish to solder.
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Heat the parts with the soldering iron.
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Apply resin-based solder to the part and melt it with the soldering iron.
NOTE: Be sure to apply a solder paste to the part before applying non resin-based solder.
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Wait for the solder to cool and harden before moving the soldered part.
CAUTION: Handle a heated soldering iron with extreme care as the high temperatures may cause
burns.
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The soldering iron may produce smoke at first use due to a dried out heating element. This is normal
and should only last for approx. 10 minutes.
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Never file the soldering tip.
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Use a soldering iron stand in order to avoid burns.
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The temperature of the soldering iron will drop if it is used without the tip.
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Let the soldering iron cool after use.
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The mains cable of this device should not be replaced. Discard the device if the power cable has been
damaged.
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Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
5.
Overview
Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.
1
display
3
increase temperature
2
temperature unit °C/°F
4
decrease temperature
6.
Operating Temperature
The most common soldering alloys used in the electronics industry consist of 60 % tin and 40 % lead.
The operating temperature of this type of solder is detailed below and can vary from manufacturer to
manufacturer. However, to meet RoHS requirements, these solders are no longer allowed and are
replaced by lead-free solders that require a working temperature which is ± 30 °C (54 °F) higher.
leaded solder
lead-free solder
melting point
215 °C (419 °F)
220 °C (428 °F)
normal operation
270-320 °C (518-608 °F)
300-360 °C (572-680 °F)
production line operation
320-380 °C (608-716 °F)
360-410 °C (680-770 °F)
A good joint is assured if the iron's operating temperature is set within the parameters suitable for the
type of solder being used. The solder will flow too slowly if the temperature is too low; if the temperature
is too high, the flux in the solder may burn which will give rise to billowing white smoke. In turn, this will
result in a dry joint or in permanent damage to the PCB.
7.
Operation
1.
Connect the soldering iron to the station. Place the iron in its stand.
2.
Connect the station to the mains and switch on the station.
3.
Select the temperature units and set the desired temperature.
4.
Wait for the iron to warm up and reach the desired temperature.
5.
You can start soldering once the soldering iron up to temperature.
Notes
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Always replace the iron in its holder when not being used.
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The station will automatically switch off when the internal temperature reaches a critical point. Once
the temperature has dropped to a safe level, the station will switch on again.
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Do not apply the soldering iron to the same place for a long time.
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Do not leave the device unattended when switched on.
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Switch off after use.
