GASSET2 - Welding machine VELLEMAN - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Velleman
Model	GASSET2
Product type	Cordless soldering iron / torch / hot air blower
Dimensions	29 x 245 mm
Power source	Butane gas
Gas tank capacity	15 ml
Autonomy	90 min (average use)
Soldering temperature	Up to 500 °C
Torch tip temperature	Up to 600 °C
Torch temperature	Up to 1300 °C
Main functions	Soldering, torch, hot air, auto-ignition
Package contents	Torch, 3 soldering tips, deflector/sponge, solder wire/tip cap
Safety	Safety lock, heat-resistant support, do not use on live circuit
Maintenance	Let cool naturally, do not immerse in water
Warranty	24 months (conditions in manual)
Recommended accessories	Original Velleman accessories
Manufacturer website	www.velleman.eu

Frequently Asked Questions - GASSET2 VELLEMAN

How to refuel the GASSET2 soldering iron?

Make sure the flame switch is to the left. Insert the butane gas canister nozzle into the filling valve [1] and pump. Use only high-quality butane gas. Let stabilize for a few minutes before igniting.

How to ignite the soldering iron?

Point the air outlet upward. Press the safety lock [3] and pull the trigger with your thumb. Push the ignition button [2] and release the lock. Slide the flame switch [7] to the right for a constant flame.

How to adjust the flame?

Slide the adjustment lever [8] to the right to increase the flame, to the left to decrease it. If the flame is too long, reduce it until a blue glow appears.

What to do if the iron does not ignite?

Check the fuel level (refuel if empty), adjust the gas pressure with the lever, or warm the fuel by holding the device in your hands.

How to turn off the soldering iron?

Slide the mode switch [7] all the way to the left. Let cool before storing.

Can the GASSET2 be used as a torch?

Yes. Remove the soldering tip, the head, and the metal sleeve, then reinstall the sleeve and nut. Then use as a torch.

What is the maximum temperature?

In torch mode up to 1300 °C, in torch tip mode up to 600 °C, in soldering mode up to 500 °C.

What are the safety precautions?

Use in a ventilated area, do not touch the tip or hot gun, wear gloves, place the device on a fireproof surface, do not breathe solder fumes.

How to maintain the tip?

Let it cool naturally, never immerse it in water. Use a sponge to clean.

What is the warranty of the device?

The warranty is 24 months for consumer products, covering manufacturing and material defects. See detailed conditions in the manual.

USER MANUAL GASSET2 VELLEMAN

Product display of a soldering iron with various tools and components (no visible text or labels)

USER MANUAL 3

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MODE D'EMPLOI 9

MANUAL DEL USUARIO 12

To all residents of the European Union

Important environmental information about this product

This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle could harm the environment. Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialized company for recycling. This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service. Respect the local environmental rules.

If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities.

Thank you for choosing Velleman! Please read the manual thoroughly before bringing this device into service. If the device was damaged in transit, do not install or use it and contact your dealer.

2. Safety Instructions

	Read and understand this manual and all safety signs before using this appliance.
	This device can be used by children aged from 8 years and above, and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the device in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the device. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
	Indoor use only. Keep this device away from rain, moisture, splashing and dripping liquids. Never put objects filled with liquids on top of or close to the device.
	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 soldering iron as this can cause serious burns. Keep the tips away from the body, clothes, or other flammable material. Do not aim the soldering iron 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.
	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.
	Never use the device on live electronic circuits. Make sure power to the work piece is cut and capacitors are discharged.
	Do not block the blow head. This may cause heat reflection and may damage the heating element.
	Warning! This tool must be placed on a stand when not in use; do not leave the tool unattended when switched on.

• Use the soldering iron on a heatproof workbench.
• Let a hot soldering iron cool down naturally and do not immerse in water.

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3. General Guidelines

Refer to the Velleman® Service and Quality Warranty on the last pages of this manual.

• Protect this device from shocks and abuse. Avoid brute force when operating the device.
• Keep this device away from rain, moisture, splashing and dripping liquids.
  • Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it.
• All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons. Damage caused by user modifications to the device is not covered by the warranty.
• Only use the device for its intended purpose. Using the device in an unauthorised way will void the warranty.
• Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and the dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.
• Nor Velleman nor its dealers can be held responsible for any damage (extraordinary, incidental or indirect) – of any nature (financial, physical...) arising from the possession, use or failure of this product.
• Keep this manual for future reference.

4. Features

• cordless soldering iron
- can also be used as a torch and as a hot blower
- kit contains:
- torch
- 3 soldering tips
○ deflector
○ sponge
- solder wire
- tip cap

• portable soldering tool powered by butane gas
• auto ignition

5. Overview

Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.

1	gas filler valve
2	ignition button
3	safety lock
4	head
a	off

5	soldering tip
6	metal sleeve
7	flame switch
8	adjustment lever
b	continuous

6. Fuelling/Refuelling the Soldering Iron

1. Before (re)fuelling, make sure to slide the flame switch [7] to the far left off position.
2. Follow the directions on the butane gas fuel can (not included). Insert the tip into the gas filler valve [1]. Use a pumping action for best results. Use only high-quality butane gas.
3. After (re)fuelling, allow the gas to stabilize a few minutes before ignition.

7. Operation

7.1 Ignition

1. Make sure the exhaust vent is facing upward to avoid damaging your desk.
2. Press the safety lock [3] and simultaneously pull down the trigger with your thumb.
3. Hold the ignition button [2] and release the safety lock [3].
4. Slide the flame switch [7] to the right for a constant flame.

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7.2 Flame Adjustment

1. Slide the adjustment lever [8] to the right to increase the flame.
2. Slide the adjustment lever [8] to the left to decrease the flame.

Note:

Longer flames may cause the torch to flare or shut off. Please decrease the flame until the flame reaches a blue glow.

7.3 Shut-Off

1. Slide the flame switch [7] to the far left.
2. Let the soldering iron cool down.

7.4 Other Functions

Torch

1. Rotate the nut in an anticlockwise direction and remove the soldering tip [5], the head [4] and the metal sleeve [6].
2. Disassemble the soldering tip [5], the head [4] and the metal sleeve [6] assembly.
3. Re-install the metal sleeve [6] and secure with the nut.
4. The soldering iron can now be used as a torch. Operate the soldering iron as described under 7. Operation.

Hot Blower

1. Remove the soldering tip [5] by rotating it in an anticlockwise direction.
2. The soldering iron can now be used as a hot blower. Operate the soldering iron as described under 7. Operation.

8. Troubleshooting

problem	probable cause	possible solution
The soldering iron does not ignite	Empty fuel	Refuel
	Gas pressure too high/low	Slide the adjustment lever to the left/right
Excessive gas flow	Setting is too high	Adjust the flame gradually
Low gas pressure	Low fuel	Refuel
	Cold fuel	Hold in your hands to warm up

9. Technical Specifications

autonomy		90 min. (average use)
gas container capacity		15 ml
temperature
	soldering temperature	up to 500°C
	hot blow temperature	up to 600°C
	torch temperature	up to 1300°C
dimensions		∅ 29 x 245 mm

Use this device with original accessories only. Velleman nv cannot be held responsible in the event of damage or injury resulting from (incorrect) use of this device. For more info concerning this product and the latest version of this manual, please visit our website www.velleman.eu. The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice.

© COPYRIGHT NOTICE

The copyright to this manual is owned by Velleman nv. All worldwide rights reserved. No part of this manual may be copied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any electronic medium or otherwise without the prior written consent of the copyright holder.

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Velleman® Service and Quality Warranty

Since its foundation in 1972, Velleman® acquired extensive experience in the electronics world and currently distributes its products in over 85 countries.

All our products fulfil strict quality requirements and legal stipulations in the EU. In order to ensure the quality, our products regularly go through an extra quality check, both by an internal quality department and by specialized external organisations. If, all precautionary measures notwithstanding, problems should occur, please make appeal to our warranty (see guarantee conditions).

General Warranty Conditions Concerning Consumer Products (for EU):

- All consumer products are subject to a 24-month warranty on production flaws and defective material as from the original date of purchase.

- Velleman® can decide to replace an article with an equivalent article, or to refund the retail value totally or partially when the complaint is valid and a free repair or replacement of the article is impossible, or if the expenses are out of proportion.

You will be delivered a replacing article or a refund at the value of 100% of the purchase price in case of a flaw occurred in the first year after the date of purchase and delivery, or a replacing article at 50% of the purchase price or a refund at the value of 50% of the retail value in case of a flaw occurred in the second year after the date of purchase and delivery.

• Not covered by warranty:

- all direct or indirect damage caused after delivery to the article (e.g. by oxidation, shocks, falls, dust, dirt, humidity...), and by the article, as well as its contents (e.g. data loss), compensation for loss of profits;

- consumable goods, parts or accessories that are subject to an aging process during normal use, such as batteries (rechargeable, non-rechargeable, built-in or replaceable), lamps, rubber parts, drive belts... (unlimited list);

- flaws resulting from fire, water damage, lightning, accident, natural disaster, etc....;

- flaws caused deliberately, negligently or resulting from improper handling, negligent maintenance, abusive use or use contrary to the manufacturer's instructions;

- damage caused by a commercial, professional or collective use of the article (the warranty validity will be reduced to six (6) months when the article is used professionally);

- damage resulting from an inappropriate packing and shipping of the article:

- all damage caused by modification, repair or alteration performed by a third party without written permission by Velleman®.

- Articles to be repaired must be delivered to your Velleman® dealer, solidly packed (preferably in the original packaging), and be completed with the original receipt of purchase and a clear flaw description.

- Hint: In order to save on cost and time, please reread the manual and check if the flaw is caused by obvious causes prior to presenting the article for repair. Note that returning a non-defective article can also involve handling costs.

• Repairs occurring after warranty expiration are subject to shipping costs.

- The above conditions are without prejudice to all commercial warranties.

The above enumeration is subject to modification according to the article (see article's manual).

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