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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Please read these instructions carefully before use and retain for future reference
• When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be
followed.
• Check that the voltage indicated on the rating plate corresponds with that of the
local network before connecting the appliance to the mains power supply.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
• Do not operate the appliance with a damaged plug or cord, after a malfunction or
after being dropped or damaged in any way.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualied engineer in order
to avoid injury or a hazard.
• Ensure there is sufcient space and ventilation around the appliance to allow the
escape of heat and/or fumes.
• Do not expose to rain or moisture.
• Never place the product or part of it in water, or operate if your hands are wet.
• Soldering work must be conducted on a stable, non-combustible surface.
• Do not touch any metallic parts near the soldering tip/nozzle.
• The iron must not be left unattended while it is connected to the supply mains.
• Turn the soldering iron off and unplug it when it is not in use.
• This device must be earthed through the mains lead and plug.
OPERATION
• Clean off any dirt, rust or paint on the part you wish to
solder.
• Heat the part with the soldering iron.
Note: The rst time you use the soldering iron, it may smoke slightly as the heating
element dries out. This is normal and should only last for a few minutes.
ONLY USE FOR ELECTRICAL WORK - Acidic solder will damage the iron tip.
• Soldering gun
• Heat resistant safety cover
• User manual
• Apply rosin-based solder to the part and melt it with the
soldering iron.
Note: When using non-rosin-based solder, ensure you apply
a soldering paste to the part before applying the solder.
• Wait for the solder to cool and harden
before moving the soldered part.
Note: Lightly dampen the sponge with water
before use. Before soldering, clean the tip
on the sponge and then tin the tip with fresh
solder. Do not use the sponge dry.
• When the soldering work is done, switch off the power, clean the tip and tin with
fresh solder to protect it from oxidation.
• Never le down the tips or attempt to clean using
abrasives.
• Connect the mains plug and turn on the power.
• When the trigger is pressed on the soldering gun the tip
begins to heat up. Allow a few seconds for it to reach
temperature then tin the tip with solder.
• Keep the tip cleaned and tinned regularly during use.
TIP REPLACEMENT
• Replacing the tip should only be done when the iron is switched off and at room
temperature.
• The tip can be changed or replaced by unscrewing the knurled nut from the tube.
• Caution: Damage could occur if the iron is left on without the tip inserted.
• After removing the tip, blow out any remaining oxide dust that may have formed in
the tip retaining area of the tube.
Warning: Care should be taken to avoid getting dust in your eyes.
• Replace the tip and tighten the knurled nut tube assembly with your ngers.
• Pliers should only be used to tighten the nut if loosening occurs when the iron is
hot.
• Do not over tighten the nut as the element could be damaged.
