User manual
Changing the soldering tip
Due to the underlying principle, the soldering tip is under mechanical load during soldering
resulting in wear. In this case, the soldering tip can be replaced with a new one (not included in
the delivery, can be ordered separately).
Proceed as follows to replace the soldering tip:
• Disconnect the soldering iron from the power supply, switch it off and pull the power plug out
of the mains socket, if it will not be used for a while. Allow the soldering iron to cool down
completely.
• Loosen the three cross-head screws near the soldering tip using a suitable screw driver.
• Carefully pull out the soldering tip from the heater element of the soldering iron in a straight
line. Do not use force; do not use any tool!
• Insert a new soldering tip into the heating element.
• Screw the three cross-head screws tight again (do not use force!).
• The soldering iron is now ready for use again.
Maintenance and cleaning
• The soldering iron is maintenance-free for you, except for the occasional replacement of the
soldering tip.
• Before cleaning, disconnect the soldering iron from the mains. To do this, unplug the mains
plug from the socket. Allow the soldering iron to cool down completely.
• The exterior of the soldering iron should only be wiped with a clean, soft, dry cloth.
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solutions as this could damage the hous-
ing (discolouring) or impair the operation.
• The soldering tip does not require any special cleaning. It is sufcient to clean it occasionally
from ux residues or excessive solder using a suitable wet sponge during soldering.
The solid soldering tip can be cleaned from persistent residues using a suitable metal brush.
Filing into shape using a metal le is also possible. To do this, remove the soldering tip from
the soldering iron to prevent damage to the heating element or the soldering iron.
Disposal
The product must not be disposed of in household waste!
Please dispose of the product, when it is no longer of use, according to the current
statutory requirements.
Technical data
Operating voltage ................. 230 V/AC, 50 Hz
Power input ........................... 300 W
Protection class .................... I
Soldering tip temperature ..... max. 520 °C
Cable length ......................... approx. 1.3 m
Ambient conditions ............... Temperature -10 °C to +45 °C, relative humidity 10% to 85%,
non-condensing
Dimensions ........................... 41.5 x 386 mm (Ø x L)
Weight ..................................920 g (incl. cable)
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• Handle the product with care; it can be damaged by impacts, blows, or accidental
falls, even from a low height.
• If it can be assumed that safe operation is no longer possible, the product must be
turned off and precautions must be taken to ensure that it is not used unintention-
ally. After this, arrange for an expert to check the product.
Safe operation can no longer be assumed if:
- he device is visibly damaged
- the device no longer works
- the device has been stored under adverse conditions for a long time
- it was exposed to heavy loads during transport
• Do not leave packaging material carelessly lying around, since it could become a
dangerous plaything for children.
• In commercial institutions, the accident prevention regulations of the Employer’s
Liability Insurance Association for Electrical Systems and Operating Facilities are
to be observed.
• If you have any questions that are not answered in these operating instructions,
please contact our technical department or another specialist.
Getting started and operation
Please consult the section: “Safety instructions”!
a) Preparation
• Select a horizontal, stable and sufciently large surface.
Protect heat-sensitive surfaces with a suitable cover. Never place the holder and the solder-
ing iron on valuable furniture surfaces or oors; never use e.g. a carpet as surface. Keep
sufcient distance from combustible or easily inammable objects (e.g. curtains).
• If the soldering tip is enclosed separately, insert the round end into the heating element all the
way to the end. Then, tighten the three cross-head screws using a suitable screw driver (do
not use force!).
If the soldering tip is not inserted into the heating element all the way to the end, the
heat of the heating element cannot be transferred optimally to the soldering tip.
• Place the soldering iron on the holder (bend the middle part upwards a little, if necessary, so
that the soldering iron ts perfectly). Place the soldering iron and the holder in such a way
that they cannot topple over.
b) Connection and switching on/off
• Plug the power plug of the soldering iron into a proper mains socket of the public supply grid.
• The soldering iron can be switched on or off with the on/off switch at the handle (“I” = on,
“0” = off).
c) Operation
• Take the soldering iron into your hand at the handle.
• The solder should melt instantly upon contact with the soldering tip. Rising smoke is caused
by evaporating ux contained inside the solder.
• Always place the soldering iron in the holder when taking breaks.
• Make sure the spots to be soldered on the work piece are clean. Use appropriate installation
cables only. Acidic solder can damage the soldering tip or the work piece.
• Heat up the soldering location with the soldering tip and add solder simultaneously. Remove
the solder from the soldering location; then, remove the soldering tip.
Execute the soldering process quickly since the workpiece may be damaged otherwise.
• Let the soldered location cool down. It may take a few seconds for the solder to harden
depending on the size of the soldering location. Do not move the workpiece during that time;
otherwise, a so-called “cold soldering point” may be the result. This is a soldering point with
dull silver look, which does not provide good electrical contact nor good mechanical xation.
A faultless soldering point, on the other hand, shines similar to chrome.
• Clean the soldering tip occasionally from solder ux (e.g. with a sponge suitable for this
purpose or with a suitable dry cleaner/brass wool. To do this, only briey rub the soldering tip
along the sponge.
Do not press the soldering tip into the sponge or dry cleaner, never keep the soldering tip too
long on the dry cleaner or on the damp sponge.
• Place the soldering iron on the holder after nishing with the soldering work. Switch the
soldering iron off and pull out the mains plug from the mains socket.
It takes at least 10 minutes for the soldering iron to cool down completely. Do not
touch the soldering tip of the soldering iron or the holder during that time, risk of
burns! The same applies to changing the soldering tip.
Never cool down the soldering tip with water.
Never leave the soldering iron unattended, risk of re!
The soldering iron must be completely cooled down before storing it! There is a risk
of re, if this is not observed!