PCB Arts GmbH
Instruction Manual Vapor Phase One
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4.
Malfunctions
The Vapor Phase soldering system has many safety features to protect the user. Sometimes
these are not immediately apparent and in some cases are not shown by the Vapor Phase
One. In the following, typical malfunctions are shown. If you have any further problems,
please contact support via email at vpo@pcb-arts.com.
4.1
Plant cannot be started
Please check whether the two fuses on the back of the unit are functional. Also check that
the power plug is plugged in and that the main switch is turned on.
4.2
Heating does not work
Overtemperature shutdown heating / overtemperature cooling system
If the heating fails in the middle of the soldering profile, please check the level of the
electrode and top up the electrode when the vapor phase soldering system has cooled
down. Also check the cooling water level and top up with water if necessary.
Undertemperature cooling system
From 13°C / 55.4°F the undertemperature shutdown of the vapor phase soldering system
takes effect. Please increase the temperature of the room.
Heating can not reach high temperatures
Check that the voltage on the voltage selector switch is set correctly.
Thermocouple broken / defective
If it is visible that a thermocouple has become detached from the heaters, please contact the
manufacturer.
4.3
Lid does not travel
Overcurrent shutdown
Make sure that no heavy objects are lying on the lid. For safety reasons, the lid has an
overcurrent shutdown installed, which takes effect if the load is too high. If the overcurrent
shutdown has become active, you must restart the entire vapor phase soldering system. To
do this, actuate the main switch.
Lid not in limit switch
In the event of heavy wear, the limit switch may also wear out. This must be pressed so that
the lid can move. In this case, contact the manufacturer.
4.4
Lift does not move
Lid - lid not closed
Make sure that the lid is closed, otherwise the lift will not move for safety reasons.
4.5
Profile does not start
No soldering profile selected
