REMS Contact 2000 User manual

SOLDERING
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
REMS CONTACT 2000

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Translation of the Original Instruction Manual
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1 Prism electrode
2 Rod electrode
3 Safety switch
4 Tongs
5 Screws
6 Holder with prism electrode
7 Cylinder head screw
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifi cations provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power
tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the pres-
ence of fl ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distrac-
tions can cause you to lose control.
2) Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way.
Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodi-
fi ed plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock
if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplug-
ging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e)
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when oper-
ating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under
the infl uence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protec-
tive equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the
tool. Carrying power tools with your fi nger on the switch or energising power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A
wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in
personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and
clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collec-
tion facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust
collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become
complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power
tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack,
if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power
tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect
the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control
of the tool in unexpected situations.
5) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualifi ed repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.
Safety Notes for Electric Soldering Device
WARNING
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifi cations provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
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Only connect the electrical device of protection class I to a socket/extension
lead with a functioning protective contact.
There is a danger of electric shock.
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The electrodes reach a working temperature of approx. 900°C. Therefore,
never touch the electrodes not the tongs nor the workpiece during and
after soldering!
Touching the hot parts causes severe burns. These hot parts
need a longer time to cool down.
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Protect persons accompanying the work from hot parts.
This reduces the
risk of injury.
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Make sure, when setting down the tongs (4) after soldering, that the still
hot, front area of the tongs does not come into contact with infl ammable
material.
This reduces the fi re risk.
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Check the electrodes and holders from time to time for wear and damage
and replace them if necessary. Only use genuine spare parts.
This ensures
that the safety of the electrical device is maintained.
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Do not use the electrical device if it is damaged.
There is a danger of accident.
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Work only in a well aired environment! Do not inhale fumes that are produced
during soldering.
The fumes can be harmful to health.
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Never let the device operate unattended. Switch off the device during longer
work breaks, pull out the mains plug and remove all plugs if necessary.
Electrical devices can cause hazards which lead to material damage or injury
when left unattended.
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Children and persons who, due to their physical, sensory or mental abilities
or lack of experience and knowledge are unable to operate the electrical
device safely may not use the electrical device without supervision or
instruction by a responsible person.
Otherwise there is a risk of operating
errors and injuries.
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Only allow trained persons to use the electrical device.
Apprentices may only
operate the electrical device when they are older than 16, when this is necessary
for their training and under the supervision of a trained operativ
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● Supervise children during use, cleaning and maintenance. This ensures that
children do not play with the electrical device.
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Check the power cable of the electrical device and the extension leads
regularly for damage.
Have these renewed by qualifi ed experts or an authorised
REMS customer service workshop in case of damage.
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Only use approved and appropriately marked extension leads with a suffi cient
cable cross-section.
Use extension leads up to a length of 10 m with cable
cross-section 1.5 mm², from 10 – 30 m w
ith cable cross-section 2.5 mm².
cross-section 1.5 mm², from 10 – 30 m with cable cross-section 2.5 mm².cross-section 1.5 mm², from 10 – 30 m w
Explanation of symbols
WARNING
WARNING
Danger with a medium degree of risk which could result in
death or severe injury (irreversible) if not heeded.
CAUTION
CAUTION
Danger with a low degree of risk which could result in minor
injury (reversible) if not heeded.
NOTICE
NOTICE
Material damage, no safety note! No danger of injury.
Read the operating instructions before use
Power tool complies with protection class I
Environmentally friendly disposal
CE conformity mark
1. Technical Data
Use for the intended purpose
WARNING
WARNING
Only use REMS Contact 2000 for the intended purpose of soft soldering of copper
pipes. All other uses are not for the intended purpose and are therefore prohibited.
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1.1. Scope of Supply
REMS Contact 2000:
Electric soldering device, 2 prism electrodes, operating instructions.
REMS Contact 2000 Super-Pack:
Electric soldering device, 4 prism electrodes, 2 rod electrodes, 250 g REMS
Solder Cu 3, REMS Paste Cu 3, pipe cutter REMS RAS Cu-INOX 3–35,
pack of 10 REMS Cu cloth, operating instructions, steel case.
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. Article numbers
REMS Contact 2000, Electric soldering unit 164011
REMS Contact 2000 Super-Pack 164050
Prism electrode with holder, pack of 2 164110
Prism electrode, pack of 2 164111
Rod electrode, pack of 2 164115
REMS Solder Cu 3, soft solder, 250 g reel, Ø 3 mm 160200
REMS Paste Cu 3, soft solder paste 160210
REMS Cu cloth, pack of 10 160300
Steel case with inlay 164250
REMS CleanM 140119
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. Working range
Soft soldering of hard and soft copper piping Ø 6 – 54 mm
Ø ¼ – 2⅛"
Heating capacity 900°C
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. Electrical data
Rated voltage (mains voltage) 230 V~ 110 V~
Rated power input 2000 W 2000 W
Rated frequency 50 – 60 Hz 50 – 60 Hz
Rated current 8,7 A 18,2 A
Protection class I I
Control voltage 24 V~ 24 V~
Secondary no-load voltage 7 V~ 7 V~
Secondary rated voltage 7 V~ 7 V~
Secondary rated current 250 A~ 250 A~
Shutoff operation AB S3 15% S3 15%
(AB 0.5 / 3 min) (AB 0.5 / 3 min)
Protection class IP 34 IP 34
Secondary overload protection by temperature switch
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. Dimensions
Length × width × height 210 × 150 × 140 mm
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. Weights
Unit 12.9 kg
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. Noise Information
Emission at workplace 70 dB (A)
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. Vibrations
Weighted effective value of acceleration 2,5 m/s²
The indicated weighted effective value of acceleration has been measured
against standard test procedures and can be used by way of comparison with
another device. The indicated weighted effective value of acceleration can also
be used as a preliminary evaluation of the exposure.
Attention:
The indicated weighted effective value of acceleration can differ
during operation from the indicated value, dependent on the manner in which
the device is used. Dependent upon the actual conditions of use (periodic duty)
it may be necessary to establish safety precautions for the protection of the
operator.
2. Preparations for use
2.1. Electrical connection
WARNING
WARNING
Caution: Mains voltage present!
Before connecting the REMS Contact 2000,
check whether the voltage given on the rating plate corresponds to the mains
voltage. Only connect the electric soldering device of protection class I to a
socket/extension lead with a functioning protective contact. On building sites,
in a wet environment, indoors and outdoors or under similar installation condi-
tions, only operate the electric soldering device on the mains with a fault current
protection switch (RCD) which interrupts the power supply as soon as the
leakage current to earth exceeds 30 mA for 200 ms.
NOTICE
NOTICE
REMS Contact 2000 is not suitable for outdoor use.
2.2. Selecting the electrodes
As a rule, the prisma electrodes (1), are used, since they have a larger area of
contact with the pipe and hence heat up the latter faster than the rod electrodes
(2). The rod electrodes are intended for cramped spots where operation with
the prisma electrodes is not possible.
NOTICE
NOTICE
Check the cylinder head screw (7) regularly for tight fi t and tighten if necessary.
3. Operation
3.1. Mode of operation
When applying the electrodes of the soldering device to a metal conductor, e.g.
A copper pipe, a circuit with low voltage and high current is closed by pressing
the safety switch (3).
The electrodes have a relatively high resistance in the
transformer/cable/electrodes/workpiece circuit, and therefore heat up. They
may become red hot with larger pipe sizes. The resultant heat is transmitted
to the workpiece by heat conduction, and the workpiece is heated to soldering
temperature in a matter of seconds.
3.2. Operating sequence
Prepare the soldering joint properly (see also 3.3). Attach the tongs (4) with the
prisma electrodes (1) or – in narrow spots – with the rod electrodes (2) to the
workpiece.
Press the safety switch (3). Keep the safety switch (3) pressed
during the soldering process. The soldering temperature is reached after a few
seconds. Add solder until the solder gap is fi lled. Release the safety switch (3),
detach the tongs from the workpiece. If the workpiece is not fi xed exactly, the
workpiece can be held in the tongs with the safety switch (3) open until the
solder has solidifi e
d. Do not move REMS Contact 2000 during the soldering
process.
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.3. Soldering material
Use REMS Lot Cu 3 for soft-soldering. Copper pipes and fi ttings must have a
bright metal surface. To prepare the soldering joint, spread REMS Paste Cu 3
over the pipe. This paste contains soldering pow der and fl ux. The advantage
of the paste is that its change in colour indicates that the temperature needed
for soldering has been reached, and that a better fi lling of the soldering gap is
achieved. In any event, however, REMS Lot Cu 3 must be added too. REMS
Lot Cu 3 and Paste REMS Cu 3 have been designed specially for drinking
water pipes, and they comply both with German regulations as set forth in
DVGW work sheets GW2 and GW7, and with DIN standards. REMS Paste Cu
3 has been tested and approved by DVGW
(DVGW-Reg.-Nr. DV-0101AT2244)
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4. Servicing
Notwithstanding the maintenance described below, it is recommended to send
in the REMS Contact 2000 to an authorised REMS contract customer service
workshop for inspection and periodic testing of electrical devices at least once
a year. In Germany, such periodic testing of electrical devices should be
performed in accordance with DIN VDE 0701-0702 and also prescribed for
mobile electrical equipment according to the accident prevention rules DGUV,
regulation 3 "Electrical Systems and Equipment". In addition, the respective
national safety provisions, rules and regulations valid for the application site
must be considered and observed.
4.1. Maintenance
WARNING
WARNING
Pull out the mains plug before maintenance work!
Clean the REMS Contact 2000 regularly especially when it has not been in use
for a long time. Keep the electrodes free from solder and fl ux. These impair the
heat transfer. Check the correct fi t of the cylinder screws (7) regularly and
tighten if necessary. Check the electrodes (1, 2) and holder (6) for damages
and carbonisation from time to time. Replace the electrodes if necessary. To
replace the prism electrodes, loosen the two screws (5), remove the worn
electrodes, clean the contact faces of the holder with a wire brush, insert new
prism electrodes and re-tighten the screws. Replace deformed or burnt holders.
Clean plastic parts (e.g. housing) only with REMS CleanM machine cleaner
(Art. No. 140119) or a mild soap and a damp cloth. Do not use household
cleaners. These often contain chemicals which can damage the plastic parts.
Never use petrol, turpentine, thinner or similar products for cleaning.
Make sure that fl uids can never get onto or inside the REMS Contact 2000.
Never immerse REMS Contact 2000 in liquid.
4.2. lnspection/servicing
WARNING
WARNING
Pull out the mains plug before maintenance and repair work
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This work
may only be performed by qualifi ed personnel.
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5. Faults
5.1.
Fault:
Solder point does not heat up.
Cause:
Remedy:
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Mains lead defective.
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Have the mains lead changed by qualifi ed personnel or an authorised REMS
customer service workshop.
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Temperature switch in the transformer winding has been operated.
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The temperature switch comes back on automatically once the winding has
cooled down.
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REMS Contact 2000 defective.
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Have REMS Contact 2000 checked/repaired by an authorised REMS customer
service workshop.
5.2.
Fault:
Solder point takes longer to heat up.
Cause:
Remedy:
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Heavy wear on electrodes.
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Change electrodes, see 4.1.
5.3.
Fault:
Handle gets hot or chars.
Cause:
Remedy:
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Cylinder head screw(s) (7) has (have) come loose.
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Tighten cheese-head screw(s).
6. Disposal
REMS Contact 2000 may not be thrown into the domestic waste at the end of
use but must be disposed of properly by law.
7. Manufacturer’s Warranty
The warranty period shall be 12 months from delivery of the new product to the
fi rst user. The date of delivery shall be documented by the submission of the
original purchase documents, which must include the date of purchase and the
designation of the product. All functional defects occurring within the warranty
period, which are clearly the consequence of defects in production or materials,
will be remedied free of charge. The remedy of defects shall not extend or
renew the warranty period for the product. Damage attributable to natural wear
and tear, incorrect treatment or misuse, failure to observe the operational
instructions, unsuitable operating materials, excessive demand, use for unau-
thorized purposes, interventions by the customer or a third party or other
reasons, for which REMS is not responsible, shall be excluded from the warranty
Services under the warranty may only be provided by customer service stations
authorized for this purpose by REMS. Complaints will only be accepted if the
product is returned to a customer service station authorized by REMS without
prior interference and in a fully assembled condition. Replaced products and
parts shall become the property of REMS.
The user shall be responsible for the cost of shipping and returning the product.
A list of the REMS-authorized customer service stations is available on the
Internet under www.rems.de. For countries which are not listed, the product
must be sent to the SERVICE-CENTER, Neue Rommelshauser Strasse 4,
71332 Waiblingen, Deutschland. The legal rights of the user, in particular the
right to make claims against the seller in case of defects as well as claims due
to wilful violation of obligations and claims under the product liability law are
not restricted by this warranty.
This warranty is subject to German law with the exclusion of the confl ict of laws
rules of German International Private Law as well as with the exclusion of the
United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sales of Goods
(CISG). Warrantor of this world-wide valid manufacturer’s warranty is REMS
GmbH & Co KG, Stuttgarter Str. 83, 71332 Waiblingen, Deutschland.
8. Spare parts lists
For spare parts lists, see
www.rems.de
→ Downloads → Parts lists.
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