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 well-ventilated
• 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 re-apply the solder.
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.
45–55 South Centre Road Melbourne Airport
Victoria, Australia 3045
Tel: (03) 8346 1100 Fax: (03) 8346 1200
Full 2-Year Warranty
This product is warranted for a 2-year period for
home domestic use from the date of the original
purchase. If found to be defective in materials
or workmanship, the tool or the offending faulty
component will be replaced free of charge with
another of the same item. A small freight charge
may apply.
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.
Phone (03) 8346 1100 Facsimile (03) 8346 1200
Email info@gmca.com.au
Website www.gmcompany.com
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Proprietary Limited, 2001
Dear customer, if you require any help with your
product, whether it is a Warranty Claim, spare
part or user information, please phone our
Help Line
1300 880 001 (Australia)
or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand), for an
immediate response.
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GMC quality standards.
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