Velleman VTSSD3 - Manual (Page 9)

VTSSD3
08.02.2010 ©Velleman nv 9
12. Maintenance
Desoldering tips can be replaced simply by unscrewing the barrel nut assembly. Turn off the station and
allow it to cool first. Damage to the soldering station may occur if the system is left on and the removed
tip has not been replaced.
After removing the tip, you should blow out any oxide dust that may have formed in the tip receptacle. Be
careful not to get dust in your eyes. Replace the tip and tighten the screw. Pliers can be used to avoid
contact with hot surfaces BUT SHOULD BE USED WITH CAUTION because over-tightening may cause
damage to the element or fuse the tip to the element.
13. Cleaning procedure for clogged tips
CAUTION: BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO BURN YOUR FINGERS WHEN CLEANING THE TIP.
Refer to the illustrations on page 3 of this manual.
1. Move the spring wire (included) back and forth [A] in order to clean the tip.
2. Raise the temperature of the heating element to allow the clogged solder to melt. Clean the tip by
sliding the spring wire up and down until the passage is clear (see [A])
3. Unscrew the barrel nut assembly ([B] & [C]).
4. Use a pair of pliers to remove the tip ([D] & [E]).
5. Reinsert the stainless tube in the heating element to melt the solder, as shown in [F]. This will take
approximately 5 seconds.
6. Remove the stainless tube and shake loose the molten solder [G]. The tip should now be unclogged;
Put the tip back in place and screw down the barrel nut assembly. Do not screw it down too tightly!
14. Procedure for Cleaning the Solder Collector
CAUTION: Put the main power switch in the "OFF"-position and allow the device to cool first.
Refer to the illustrations on page 3 of this manual.
1. Hold the soldering iron as shown in [H]. Press and turn the switch at the bottom of the iron.
2. Be careful not to burn your fingers on the glass solder collector as you slide it free (see [I]).
3. Point the collector downwards (see [J]) while shaking lightly to free the excess solder. Do this
frequently to keep the station in proper working order.
4. Remove the cooling strip with a pair of pliers ([K] & [L]).
5. Clean the cooling strip and the glass collector with a wire brush (included).
15. Replacement of Filters
Refer to the illustrations on pages 2 and 3 of this manual.
a.
FILTER OF THE SOLDER COLLECTOR
1. Make sure that the iron and the filter have cooled sufficiently.
2. Point the soldering iron slightly upwards while pressing and turning the red switch on the butt of the
iron.
3. Remove the solder collector ([I]).
4. Disassemble the solder collector [M] & [N]).
5. Remove the old filter and replace it with a new one ([O] & [P]).
b.
IN-LINE FILTERS
1. Unscrew the in-line filters and pull the two pieces apart ([Q]).
2. Replace the fillings of both filters as shown in [R].
c.
FUME EXTRACTOR
1. Switch off the fume extractor and unplug it from the mains.
2. Replace the filter as shown in the illustrations on page 2.
Notes:
• Never attempt to wash filters with water, as this will reduce their effectiveness and increases risk
of damage to the pump.
• Dispose of used filters in accordance with local regulations.