User Manual

VTSSC50N
V. 09 – 29/01/2021 3 ©Velleman nv
Never use the device on live electronic circuits. Make sure power
to the work piece is cut and capacitors are discharged.
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 air gun as this can cause
serious burns. Keep the tips and hot air away from the body,
clothes, or other flammable material. Do not aim the hot air gun
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.
WARNING! - This tool must be placed on its stand when not in
use; do not leave the tool unattended when switched on.
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.
• Use the soldering iron on a heatproof workbench.
• Place the soldering iron in its holder after use.
• Let a hot soldering iron cool down naturally and do not immerse in water.
3. Features
• manual temperature setting
• power-on LED indication
• with on/off switch
• ceramic heating element
• with stand for left- or right-handed use
• standard tip (incl.): BITC50N2 (1.0 mm).
4. Operation
• Verify whether the operating voltage of the unit is compatible with the mains voltage prior to plugging in
this device.
• Make sure that the device was not damaged in transit.
• Use the rotary control on the front panel to set the desired temperature.
5. Common Causes for Tip Failure
• The tip is not sufficiently tinned.
• Wiping the tip on a surface with high sulphur content or on a dirty or dry sponge or rag.
• Contact between the tip and organic or chemical substances such as plastic, silicone, grease, etc.
• Impurities in the solder and/or solder with a low tin content.
Note: The heating element may be damaged when its temperature reaches 430 °C (806 °F).