Kennedy BS125 User manual

GAS FILLING
Fill only in a well ventilated area.
The soldering iron runs on butane gas such as
used with ordinary cigarette lighters. A small
amount of liquid gas should be visible through
the gas inspection window, gas vapour alone
will not generate sufficient pressure. Do not
overfill.
lMake sure the on/off switch is in the
“O” (off) position before filling.
lHold unit vertically with the filling valve
upwards. Push the gas re-fill cylinder down
onto the filling valve. The flow of gas from the
re-fill cylinder to the soldering iron depends
on gravity (See fig. 2).
CHANGING THE TIPS
Tips are easily removed or installed, by unscrewing the tip retaining
collar and sliding the tip, tip retaining tube off the front end burner.
Replace the tip and reassemble in the reverse order (See fig. 3).
IGNITION SEQUENCE
The unit is ignited by a piezo-electronic system. The gas “on/off”
switch is marked I-0. The ignition switch is marked with a" ".
N.B. Only one 2.4mm soldering tip is provided with this soldering iron.
loldering, hot air, hot knife: Fit tip of choice and secure with
retention sleeve/collar. Turn temperature regulator button to Max.
setting. Hold away from face and body and push the gas switch
toward the tip, this will release the gas. 'Click back' on piezo
ignition switch and allow to return while still maintaining light
thumb pressure on the switch, this enables the gas flow interrupt
to extinguish the ignition flame, and allows the catalyst to
assume combustion control. A glowing catalyst, in the exhaust
port, will confirm correct operating mode.
lBlow torch:
N.B. Flame is difficult to see under certain lighting situations.
Remove only the tip. Turn temperature regulator to mid setting.
Turn gas on as above. ‘Click back’ on piezo ignition switch and
quickly release (the internal spring will provide sufficient speed). If
the speed of return of the piezo switch is slowed slightly by finger
pressure, the gas flow interrupt mechanism may extinguish the
flame. Experience will dictate.
Set low to medium settings as the flame may "blow itself out' at
high gas flow.
lTo witch off: Push the gas switch away from the tip “O” (OFF).
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lCordless and refillable.
lUses standard butane
lighter fuel.
lEqual to 25-125W.
lTemperature range 580°C.
lCan also be used as a blow torch.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
lAlways use with care. Your soldering iron contains flammable gas under
pressure.
lAlways keep out of the reach of children.
lAlways refill with a high quality butane cigarette lighter fuel.
No other fuel type should be used.
lAlways ensure the flame is extinguished before putting down.
Caution: Hot gases 580°C (1,075°F) are emitted from the exhaust
port.
lAlways ignite the soldering iron with the tip pointing away from face
and body. Excessive gas flow, flaming or the catalyst pulsing red to
black may occur when igniting or when the regulator is set
too high.
lAlways allow the tip to cool sufficiently before touching.
lAlways ensure that you are in a well ventilated area. This product, when
used for soldering and similar applications, produces chemicals. Never
inhale vapours from fluxes, plastics, foams etc.
lAlways dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
lNever leave unattended.
lNever drop.
lNever use if the soldering iron is damaged.
lNever expose to heat above 50°C (120°F) and avoid prolonged
exposure to the sun.
lNever puncture or incinerate.
lNever refill, ignite or use near flame or combustible materials.
lNever replace cap without first switching off and ensuring the tip has
cooled.
lNever attempt to dismantle, readjust or repair. The soldering iron is not
user serviceable.
lNever “carry on” or “check in” baggage containing this item without
confirming with the airline first that this is acceptable.
IN TRUCTION MANUAL
Fig. 2
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
ength (with cap): ........................................................................230mm
Weight (no gas, with cap & tip): ........................................................143g
Operating Time (depending on setting):..........................................60 mins
Wattage (equivalent): ..................................................................25-125W
Refill time (typical): ................................................................10 seconds
Gas refill type: ..............................................................Butane lighter fuel
Ignition: ................................................................................Piezo igniter
Igniter life (typical):..............................................................50,000 cycles
Safety cut-off switch: ..........................................................................Yes
Temperature adjustable: ....................................................................Yes
Approval: ..........................................................................................TUV
Tip temperature (up to)
Soldering: ......................................................................................580°C
Blow torch (not included):..............................................................1,300°C
Hot air tip (not included):..................................................................625°C
Hot knife (not included): ..................................................................580°C
MODEL BS125
ORDER CODE KEN-516-9300K
Gas inspection
window
Filling valve
Fig. 1
Ignition switch ( )
Temperature
regulating dial
Gas ON-OFF switch
I(ON) o (OFF)
Soldering tip
Exhaust ports
Tip retaining collar
Fig. 3
Soldering iron
Front end
burner
Tip
Tip retaining
tube
Tip retaining
collar

QUALITY GUARANTEE &
WARRANTY
KENNEDY TOOL carry a one year manufacturers warranty.
KENNEDY TOOL are designed & manufactured
to the highest standards & specifications.
Assuring the quality and performance required by all
sectors of industry.
KENNEDY TOOL are fully guaranteed against
faulty materials & workmanship.
Should they be found to be defective, they will either be
repaired or replaced free of charge
(fair wear and tear and/or misuse excepted).
This does not affect your legal rights.
Please retain supplier invoice as proof of purchase.
Kennedy Tools continually strives to improve its products. Specifications
may change without prior notice.
KENNEDY TOOLS
Wigston Works, Leicester, England, LE18
2F . www.kennedy-tools.co.uk
Kennedy is a registered trade mark of The Kennedy Group td.
Supplied by an ISO9001 approved company
A AILABLE FROM YOUR DISTRIBUTOR
TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
lThe tip temperature can be set as
required by turning the
temperature regulating dial. The
housing is marked with
for orientation purposes
(See fig. 4). You can determine
the ideal setting by trial
soldering a joint, as components
have varying properties. It is not
necessary for the tip to glow
bright red to achieve satisfactory
soldering temperatures.
SPARE PART REPLACEMENT
CAUTION: Allow the soldering iron to cool down completely. The gas
switch must be in the "off" position. Remove the tip retaining collar,
the tip retaining tube and the tip as before.
lFront end burner replacement: Remove the retaining screw using
a 1.5mm (1/
16") allen key. Note position of retaining screw relative
to alignment mark on iron. Unscrew the front end burner using, if
necessary, a 13mm (1/
2") spanner, ensure old insulation is
removed and fit new insulation onto gas jet venturi. Fit new burner
tightening until the retaining screw holes are aligned - inline with
alignment mark. ock in place by re-engaging the retaining screw.
Do not over-tighten (See fig. 5).
lGas jet venturi replacement: Remove front end burner as before.
Remove the gas jet venturi by pulling it directly out from the
soldering iron. Replace with new gas jet venturi, aligning its flats
with the corresponding flat in the bore of the iron. Fit new
insulation onto the gas jet venturi ensuring, where applicable, that
old insulation is removed from front end burner before replacing.
Replace the front end burner as before (See fig. 5).
SAFETY STAND
lAlways use the integral stand to rest the iron on (See fig. 6).
ACCESSORIES
Tips are available as accessories from your local distributor.
The tip marked with an asterix is included with your soldering
iron. (See fig. 7).
OTHER QUALITY KENNEDY PRODUCTS
A AILABLE FROM YOUR DISTRIBUTOR
TF524
2.4mm Single Flat
KEN-516-9340K
TDF510
1.0mm Double Flat
KEN-516-9350K
*TDF524
2.4mm Double Flat
KEN-516-9360K
TDF532
3.2mm Double Flat
KEN-516-9370K
TDF548
4.8mm Double Flat
KEN-516-9380K
TAB500
Hot Air Blower
KEN-516-9390K
TAD500
Hot Air Deflector
KEN-516-9400K
THK500
Hot Knife
KEN-516-9410K
Fig. 7
Fig. 6
Fig. 5
Gas jet venturi Front end
burner
Tip
Tip retaining tube
Soldering iron Insulation
Tip retaining
collar
Fig. 4