About These Instructions; For Your Safety; Specified Use - Weller WHS M Mode D'emploi

1. About these instructions

Thank you for placing your trust in our company by pur-
chasing the Weller WHS M / WHS MC. The device has been
manufactured in accordance with the most rigourous quali-
ty standards to ensure that the device operates perfectly.
These instructions contain important information which will
help you to set up, operate and service the WHS M / WHS
MC soldering station safely and correctly as well as repair
simple faults/malfunctions independently.
● Read these instructions and the accompanying
safety information carefully before switching on the
device and starting work with the soldering station
WHS M / WHS MC.
● Make sure that all users have access to these
instructions.
1.1 Applied directives
The Weller microprocessor-controlled soldering station
WHS M / WHS MC conforms to the specifications of the EC
Declaration of Conformity with Directives 89/336/EEC and
2006/95/EC.
1.2 Further applicable documentation
- Operating instructions for soldering station
WHS M / WHS MC
- Safety information booklet accompanying these
instructions

2. For your safety

The WHS M / WHS MC soldering station has been
manufactured in accordance with state-of-the-art
technology and recognised technical safety regulations.
There is nevertheless a risk of personal injury and damage
to property if the safety information set out in the
accompanying safety booklet and the warnings presented
in these instructions are not observed. Always pass on the
WHS M / WHS MC soldering station to third parties together
with these operating instructions.

2.1 Specified use

Use the WHS M / WHS MC soldering station exclusively for
the purpose indicated in the operating instructions
of soldering and unsoldering under the conditions specified.
Intended use of the WHS M / WHS MC soldering station
also includes the requirement of
- observing these operating instructions,
- observing all other accompanying documentation,
- observing locally applicable accident
prevention regulations.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for damage resulting
from unauthorised alterations to the device.
2.2 Information on the battery and switching power
supply
The device is supplied by a switching power supply or bat-
tery. The battery can be discharged and recharged several
hundred times but will inevitably wear down over time. If
charging intervals become shorter than normal, replace the
battery.
If service is required, send in the whole appliance - do not
remove the rechargeable battery and send it separately.
The appliance should be switched off and the soldering tip
removed, as otherwise special hazardous goods regulations
apply.
Always use batteries and chargers approved by Weller that
are designed for this purpose. Charge the battery
completely before operating the station in cordless mode
for the first time or if you do not intend to use the battery
for long periods. A fully charged battery will discharge over
time. Always use the battery for the designated purpose.
Never use a damaged charger or battery.
Do not short-circuit the battery. Short-circuiting the poles
may damage the battery or the connected devices. Extreme
temperatures reduce the capacity and service life of the
battery. Therefore always try and store the battery at
temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).
Under certain circumstances, a device with a cold or warm
battery may not function temporarily, even if the battery is
fully charged. The performance of the batteries is restricted
at temperatures significantly lower than freezing point.
Do not throw batteries into fire: risk of explosion! Batteries
can also explode when damaged. Always dispose of
batteries according to regulations. Deposit at a recycling
centre if possible. Consumers are required by law to take
used regular and rechargeable batteries to a suitable waste
collection centre. Do not dispose of with the household
waste. Do not attempt to open or destroy batteries. If fluid
begins to escape from a battery, make sure that it does not
come into contact with your skin or eyes. If contact is
unavoidable, rinse the affected area immediately with
water or seek immediate medical attention.
The power packs Weller uses have a wide input range and
are therefore suitable for connection to the mains
voltage range specified in the technical data.
The power pack must only be used in dry environments.
The device generates heat during operation.
For shipping, the RT soldering tip (16) should
be removed and the isolating switch (6)
should be set to "0" (rechargeable battery
version) to avoid unwanted switch-on.
Caution: fire hazard!
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