Service
•Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair personnel using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
•When operating a power tool outdoors, use an outdoor extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
Additional safety instructions for soldering irons
WARNING. This tool must be placed on it’s stand when not in use.
•Ensure this product is always used on a mains circuit protected by an earth.
•Always wear safety glasses when operating the soldering iron as solder may spit
•When the soldering iron is not in use, always return it to its stand
•Always ensure the work area is both well lit and
•Never leave the soldering iron plugged in and unattended
•Be sure to always solder on a fire resistant surface
•Never touch the soldering tip while the soldering iron is plugged in
•Solder contains lead which is a poisonous metal, so always ensure your hands are washed after using solder
To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards. Children and infirmed people must not use this tool. Children should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in which the tool is being used. It is also imperative that you observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your area. The same applies for general rules of occupational health and safety.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such changes.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following hazards may arise in connection with the tool’s construction and design:
•Damage to the lungs if an effective dust mask is not worn
•Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn.
•Damage to eyes if effective goggles are not worn
•Risk of injury unless hands are kept well clear of cutting devises
Unpacking
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
Operation
WARNING. Before connecting a tool to a power source, be sure that the voltage supply is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with a voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in serious injury to the user, as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, do not plug in the tool. Using a power source with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.
Setting up the iron stand
1.By firmly holding the stand with both hands, press the centre of the stand in so that it separates itself from the rest of the stand and bend to approximately 45° from the base.
Switch on
1.Ensure the soldering iron is resting securely on the iron stand before plugging in to the power.
2.After switching on the power, allow the tool a few minutes to heat up to its operating temperature.
Switch off
1.It is highly recommended that the soldering tip is wiped clean on a damp sponge (not included) after use to prolong service life and performance.
2.Place the soldering iron securely on its stand. Switch off the tool at the power switch and unplug the unit. For safety, please ensure the unit is well minded until it has entirely cooled down.
Preparing to solder
WARNING. Always use safety glasses and ensure the work area is well ventilated to help avoid breathing in dangerous fumes.
The GMC Soldering Iron is typically used to melt and apply solder on various surfaces including circuit boards.
1.Before beginning to solder, secure the work piece so that it does not move and affect your accuracy.
2.Prepare a damp sponge nearby to clean the tip when required.
3.Melt a small amount of solder onto the tip of the iron
(1). This process is known as ‘tinning’ and will assist the heat in following from the soldering iron’s tip, to the solder joint. It is important to do this immediately with new soldering tips.
3.Ensure that the workpiece and soldering tip are clean. The workpiece can be cleaned with the use of a small file or knife blade. It is recommended that the user wipe clean the soldering tip with a damp sponge before, during and after soldering. This will help promote a cleaner and stronger solder joint.
Soldering
1.Hold the soldering iron close to the base of the handle (5), and just above the flange (4) like a pen.
WARNING. Never touch the shaft (3) or tip (1) as temperatures can range up to 400°C.
2.Hold the soldering iron with the tip pressed onto the workpiece for a few second to allow it to heat up.
3.Slowly feed the solder onto the joint, not the soldering iron, allowing the solder to melt onto the joint.
4.Once the solder has been applied to the joint, hold the workpiece still while removing the solder and soldering iron simultaneously.
NOTE. A good solder joint will appear smooth and shiny. If this is not the case, you will need to reheat the joint and
Removing the tip
WARNING. Do not attempt to remove the tip while the soldering iron is still hot.
1.To help prevent the tip from bonding to the shaft, which may cause the heater element to burn out, it is recommended that the tip (1) be removed after each use.
2.To remove the tip (1), clamp the soldering iron and apply two phillips head screwdrivers to the screws just above the soldering tip (2) and turn anti- clockwise until the screws are loose and remove the tip.
Full 2-Year Warranty
This product is warranted for a
The warranty replacement unit is only made available by returning the tool to the place of purchase with a confirmed register receipt.
Proof of purchase is essential. We reserve the right to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be verified. This warranty does not include damage or defects to the tool caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents, alterations or commercial or business use.
Consistent with our product development programme, improvements may have been made which render the contents of the tool’s packaging or user instructions slightly different to the product received.
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