CO/Tech 18-3524, Instruction Manual

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Soldering
Soldering at the correct temperature is essential for soldering clean joints.
If the temperature is too low the solder will not flow which will produce a weak “cold
solder joint”. Damage to electrical components can also be caused by soldering at too
high of a temperature. Please read the instructions on the solder regarding recommended
temperatures. The most common type of solder contains 60% tin and 40% lead.
Note: Use rosin-cored solder or solder using another type of flux other than corrosive/
acid flux. Non-corrosive flux consists of rosin or other resins are that are dissolved
into liquid form and therefore can be wiped clean and do not damage electrical
components. When using acid flux, you must carefully rinse away any residue after
soldering to prevent damaging electrical components.
Operation
1. Place the soldering station on a hard, durable surface with ample air-flow.
2. Connect the soldering iron lead to the soldering station’s socket.
3. Secure the soldering iron stand by fitting the stand’s flange it into the track on
either of the soldering station.
4. Connect the mains lead to a wall socket.
5. Press the power switch to turn on the soldering station. The display will come on.
6. During warm-up the “HEATER ON” indicator light will be lit. It will turn off once
the desired temperature is reached. If the display shows “LO”, the temperature is
too low, meaning below 100 °C.
7. Read the instructions on the solder regarding the correct temperature.
8. Set the desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial clockwise until
the desired temperature is shown in the display.
9. Lightly moisten the cleaning sponge and use it to wipe off any excess solder from
the tip on the before turning the soldering iron off.
10. Turn off the soldering station with the power switch when finished. Pull out
the mains lead from the wall socket if you do not intend to use the machine further.
Never leave the soldering station unattended when it is on.