Trotec PSIS 10-230V User manual

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PSIS 10-230V
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
DIGITAL SOLDERING STATION

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Table of contents
Notes regarding the operating manual.................................2
Safety .....................................................................................2
Information about the device................................................6
Transport and storage...........................................................8
Start-up..................................................................................9
Operation ...............................................................................9
Available accessories..........................................................12
Errors and faults..................................................................12
Maintenance ........................................................................13
Disposal ...............................................................................14
Notes regarding the operating manual
Symbols
Warning of electrical voltage
This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of
persons due to electrical voltage.
Warning of hot surface
This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of
persons due to hot surface.
Warning
This signal word indicates a hazard with an average
risk level which, if not avoided, can result in serious
injury or death.
Caution
This signal word indicates a hazard with a low risk
level which, if not avoided, can result in minor or
moderate injury.
Note
This signal word indicates important information (e.g.
material damage), but does not indicate hazards.
Info
Information marked with this symbol helps you to carry
out your tasks quickly and safely.
Follow the manual
Information marked with this symbol indicates that the
operating manual must be observed.
Wear safety glasses
Information marked with this symbol indicates that you
should wear eye protection.
You can download the current version of the operating manual
and the EU declaration of conformity via the following link:
PSIS 10-230V
https://hub.trotec.com/?id=44254
Safety
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
Warning
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations
and specifications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result
in electric shock, fire 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.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings– Work area
safety
•Keep work area clean and well lit. Clutter or dark areas
invite accidents.
•Do not operate power tools in explosive atmosphere,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
•Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

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General Power Tool Safety Warnings– Electrical
safety
•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. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
•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.
•Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
•Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
•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.
•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.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings– Personal
safety
•Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a
power tool while you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
•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 finger on the switch or
energising power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
•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.
•Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situation.
•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.
•If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
•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.

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General Power Tool Safety Warnings– Power tool
use and care
•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.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
•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.
•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.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings– Service
•Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Device-specific safety warnings for soldering
stations
•Never touch the heated soldering tip or the molten
solder. Risk of burns.
•Do not under any circumstances use water to cool
down the soldering iron. Only allow the soldering iron to
cool down in the air after use.
•Use the holder if you interrupt your work for breaks or
for setting the soldering iron down. The high
temperature of the soldering iron can set inappropriate
mats on fire.
•Keep the device at a distance of combustible
materials.
•Do not inhale vapours. If you perform longer works
during which vapours hazardous to health may occur,
always provide sufficient ventilation of the workplace.
•Avoid touching the hot soldering tip with the plastic
parts of the holder. Otherwise the device may be
damaged.
•Avoid eating, drinking and smoking in rooms where
soldering work is carried out. Otherwise, traces of lead
remaining on your hands may enter the human organism
via food or cigarettes.
•Always wash your hands thoroughly after soldering
work.
•Do not dispose of solder waste in the domestic waste.
Solder waste must be disposed of in the hazardous waste.
•If you are carrying out soldering works on electrical
components, first disconnect the power supply before
starting soldering. There is a risk of an electric shock and
damages on the electrical components due to a short
circuit.
Intended use
The device PSIS 10-230V is intended for soldering electronical
parts in leisure and DIY sectors. It can be used for soldering
works, glue welding plastics or for applying embellishments.
We recommend using the power tool with original Trotec
accessories.

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Foreseeable misuse
The device is not suitable for the following applications:
• for engraving electronic media such as CDs, DVDs etc. as
these can be damaged during engraving.
• for hard-soldering or for soldering aluminium
Any other use than the one described in the chapter "Intended
use" is regarded as reasonably foreseeable misuse.
Personnel qualifications
People who use this device must:
• have read and understood the operating manual, especially
the Safety chapter.
Safety signs and labels on the accessories
Note
Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from
the device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in
legible condition.
The following safety signs and labels are attached to the
accessories:
Warning of vapours hazardous to health
This symbol indicates that vapours hazardous to health
can occur during soldering. Always ensure sufficient
ventilation of the workplace!
Personal protective equipment
Wear eye protection.
With it you protect your eyes from splintering, falling
and flying pieces which could cause injuries.
Residual risks
Warning of electrical voltage
Work on the electrical components must only be
carried out by an authorised specialist company!
Warning of electrical voltage
There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids
penetrating the housing!
Do not immerse the device and the accessories in
water. Make sure that no water or other liquids can
enter the housing.
Warning of electrical voltage
There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids
penetrating the housing!
Do not use the soldering station if there are damages
on the handle, the power cable or the plug. Never open
the device.
Warning of hot surface
Never touch the heated soldering tip or the molten
solder. Risk of burns. Always allow the device to cool
down before changing, cleaning or checking
components of the device.
Warning of hot surface
RISK OF INJURY! Keep your hands away from the
heated workpiece. Heat can be transmitted through the
workpiece.
Warning of hot surface
Some parts of this product can become very hot and
cause burns. Particular attention has to be given where
children and vulnerable people are present!
Warning
Toxic vapours!
During operation gases and vapours are produced
which can be harmful to health.
Wear protection glasses and always ensure sufficient
ventilation.
Warning
Risk of fire!
Only use the holder included in the scope of delivery or
another fireproof base or mat for setting down the hot
soldering iron.
Warning
Risk of fire!
Never leave the activated device unattended.

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Warning
Avoid eating, drinking and smoking in rooms where
soldering work is carried out. Otherwise, traces of lead
remaining on your hands may enter the human
organism via food or cigarettes.
Warning
Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!
Observe the personnel qualifications!
Warning
The device is not a toy and does not belong in the
hands of children.
Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.
Caution
Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.
Note
If you store or transport the device improperly, the
device may be damaged.
Note the information regarding transport and storage of
the device.
Note
Avoid touching the hot soldering tip with the plastic
parts of the holder. Otherwise the device may be
damaged.
Behaviour in the event of an emergency/ emergency
stop function
Emergency stop:
Removing the mains plug from the mains socket results in the
function of the device immediately stopping. In order to secure
the device against accidental switch-on, leave the mains plug
disconnected.
Behaviour in the event of an emergency:
1. Switch the device off.
2. In an emergency, disconnect the device from the mains
feed-in: Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power
cable out of the mains socket.
3. Do not reconnect a defective device to the mains.
Information about the device
Device description
The device PSIS 10-230V consists of a digital soldering station
with connected soldering iron and a soldering iron holder.
The soldering station produces temperatures of200°C
to450°C at the soldering tip. Three temperature stages
(200°C/ 300°C/ 400°C) can be preselected via the control
panel of the digital soldering station. The "+" and "-"buttons
serve for precisely adjusting the temperature in increments
of 10°C. The LC display of the control panel indicates the
current temperature and the process for the heating-up phase.
The soldering tips can be replaced which allows you to adapt
them to the desired application purpose (3soldering tips
included in the scope of delivery).
Storage compartments for storing soldering tips and solder are
integrated in the soldering station and facilitate working.

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Device depiction
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No. Designation
1On/off switch
2Control panel with LCdisplay
3Soldering station
4Soldering iron holder
5Storage compartment for soldering sponge
6Soldering sponge
7Solder
8Soldering tips
9Soldering iron
10 Storage compartment for soldering tips
11 Storage compartment for solder
Control panel with LCdisplay
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17
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20
16
No. Designation Description
12 Temperature unit
indication
Indicates the temperature
unit(°C)
13 POWER indication
(heating-up phase of
soldering iron)
Indicates the current heating
level of the soldering iron
14 +button Increasing the soldering
temperature
15 -button Decreasing the soldering
temperature
16 LC display Provides additional information
(temperature, temperature
preselection) of the control
panel
17 400°C temperature
preselection button
Temperature value will be set
to 400°C
18 300°C temperature
preselection button
Temperature value will be set
to 300°C
19 200°C temperature
preselection button
Temperature value will be set
to 200°C
20 Display of preselected
temperature/ standby
Indicates the current
temperature preselection
(No.17, 18, 19) and displays
when the device switches to
standby operation
21 Indication of current and
desired temperature
Indicates current and target
temperature (while settings are
being made)

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Scope of delivery
• 1x Device PSIS 10-230V
• 1x soldering iron holder
• 3x soldering tips (1x preassembled)
• 1x solder Ø1.0 mm, 10g
• 1x solder Ø1.5 mm, 10g
• 1x soldering sponge
• 1x Manual
Technical data
Parameter Value
Model PSIS 10-230V
Mains connection 230 V/ 50Hz
Power input 60W
Temperature range 200°C to 450°C
Cable length of soldering
station
1.5 m
Cable length of soldering iron 1.2 m
Protection class I /
Weight 1.0kg
Transport and storage
Note
If you store or transport the device improperly, the
device may be damaged.
Note the information regarding transport and storage of
the device.
Transport
Before transporting the device, observe the following:
• Switch off the device.
• Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out
of the mains socket.
• Allow the device to cool down.
Storage
Before storing the device, observe the following:
• Switch off the device.
• Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out
of the mains socket.
• Allow the device to cool down.
• Clean the device as described in the Maintenance chapter.
When the device is not being used, observe the following
storage conditions:
• Dry and protected from frost and heat
• Ambient temperature below 45°C
• protected from dust and direct sunlight

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Start-up
Unpacking the device
• Take the device and the accessories out of the packaging.
• Check the contents for completeness and look for
damages.
Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.
• Dispose of the packaging material according to the
national regulations.
Inserting/ changing the soldering tip
Caution
Burn hazard! Removing the soldering tap must only be
performed if the device has been switched off and the
soldering tip has cooled down.
The soldering tip(8) has a screw thread which allows to quickly
and easily replace the soldering tip.
1. Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out
of the mains socket.
2. If necessary, allow the soldering iron(9) to cool down in
the soldering iron holder(4).
3. Turn the pre-mounted soldering tip(8) counter-clockwise
in order to unscrew it from the soldering iron(9).
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4. Turn the new soldering tip(8) clockwise into the soldering
iron(9).
Tin-coating the soldering tip
Prior to initial start-up of the soldering station or if using a new
soldering tip, the soldering tip(8) must be coated with tin.
Connecting the power cable
1. Insert the mains plug into a properly secured mains
socket.
Operation
General information:
• The parts to be soldered must be clean and must not show
any signs of an oxide layer. If required, remove any oxide
deposits with alcohol or steel wool.
• Use a suitable mat to protect the working surface from
splashes resulting from soldering.
• Avoid vibrations on the workpiece during the cooling
phase. This can lead to 'cold solder joints'.
• Prior to starting soldering work, use some solder to tin-
coat the clean soldering tip.
• Do not use the maximum temperature longer than
absolutely necessary. This will increase the working life of
your soldering tip.
• Once the solder starts melting on the soldering tip, the
required temperature has been reached. If clots begin to
form, the temperature is too low.
• If the soldering tip does no longer work properly, try
cleaning it using fine sand paper. Afterwards, tin-coat the
soldering tip again by applying some solder and soldering
flux around the tip, then heat the tip.

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Soldering wires together
• Use a wire stripper to remove the cable jacket.
• Twist the thin cable wires with each other, then add some
solder by gently heating the cable end with the soldering
iron. Due to the capillary effect, the molten solder is
sucked into the twisted cable end.
• If available, use a soldering aid (helping hand) for aligning
the cables next to each other.
• Using the soldering tip, heat both aligned cable ends and
add further solder. Soldering has been successful once
both wire ends are covered by a joint solder tin coat.
Soldering boards
• Prepare the elements to be soldered by bending the
connection wires according to the holes of the breadboard.
• Insert the connection wires into the board whilst slightly
bending the wires to ensure that the components are being
kept in the right position.
• Heat the solder pad and the connection wire with the
soldering iron, then add some solder to the heated solder
joint.
• Make sure that the molten solder entirely covers the solder
pad and surrounds the connection wire completely.
Switching the device on
Wear your personal protective equipment when working with
the device.
Note
Make sure that there is a soldering tip in the soldering iron.
Never heat the soldering iron without a soldering tip!
Note
Always use the soldering iron holder for the intervals while
heating the soldering iron, for breaks between the work steps
and while the soldering iron is cooling down(4).
1. Place the soldering iron(9) in the soldering iron holder(4).
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2. Set the on/off switch(1) to position"I".
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ðThe last preset temperature(default setting 300°C) is
indicated on the display(16) for3seconds. Afterwards,
the display indicates the current temperature.

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Setting the temperature
Temperatures between 200°C and 450°C can be selected on
the device. The following temperatures are used for the most
common applications:
• 200°C: Melting point of one of the most commonly used
soft solders
• 300°C: Normal operation, e.g. when using lead-free solder
• 400°C: High temperature for soldering, e.g. for
unsoldering smaller solder joints
• 450°C: Maximum temperature for soldering, e.g. for
unsoldering larger solder joints
Note
If the soldering temperature is too low, the solder is not
liquid enough. The result are cold solder joints. If the
soldering temperature is too high, the solder will burn
which also prevents the solder from being liquid
enough. In addition, damages can be caused on the
materials to be treated.
1. Press the+(14) or the-(15)button to set the working
temperature in increments of10°C.
ðThe current target temperature is indicated on the
display(16) while the settings are being made.
The temperature adjustment can either be made with the+(14)
or the -(15)button or via 3pre-programmed temperature
values: 200°C / 300°C / 400°C.
1. Press one of the buttons for preselecting the
temperature(17), 18) or (19) to set the desired
temperature value.
ðAn arrow indicates the selected temperature in the
preset temperature display(20).
Using a soldering sponge
The soldering sponge(6) integrated in the holder(4) serves for
cleaning the soldering tip(8).
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1. Moisten the sponge(6) before using it.
Note
The hot soldering tip must never come into contact with a dry
soldering sponge. Otherwise, the soldering sponge may be
damaged.
Soldering
Caution
Inhaled vapours can cause e.g. headaches and
symptoms of fatigue. Always provide sufficient fresh
air supply during soldering.
1. Clean the soldering tip(8) with the moistened soldering
sponge(6).
2. The soldering tip has to be tin-coated after cleaning. To do
so, melt some solder with the hot soldering tip.
3. Approach the soldering tip closely to the solder joint and
heat it.
4. Then melt the solder between solder joint and soldering
tip.
5. Add further solder until the entire solder joint is covered.
6. Remove the soldering tip to avoid overheating the molten
solder.
7. Allow the solder to cool down. Avoid vibrations.
Note
Soldering flux is required to perform soldering work.
The soldering flux is either part of the soldering agent
or must be applied separately. Find out more about a
suitable soldering agent for your intended application.

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Standby mode
The soldering station switches to standby mode if the soldering
iron(9) has not been used for30minutes.
In standby mode, a temperature of 200°C is indicated on the
display and the indications on the display are flashing.
1. Press any button to exit the standby mode.
2. Prior to starting soldering works, adjust the desired
temperature as described in the Chapter Setting the
temperature.
Switching the device off
Note
Always put the soldering iron back into the soldering
iron holder after use.
1. Switch the on/off switch(1) to position"0".
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ðThe display goes out. The soldering iron slowly cools
down.
Remove the mains plug from the mains socket if you do not use
the soldering station.
Available accessories
Warning
Only use accessories and additional equipment
specified in the operating manual.
Using insertion tools or accessories other than those
specified in the operating manual may cause a risk of
injury.
Accessories Article number
Set of soldering tips 6.236.001.001
Errors and faults
The device has been checked for proper functioning several
times during production. If malfunctions occur nonetheless,
check the device according to the following list.
Troubleshooting tasks which require the housing to be opened
must only be carried out by an authorized specialist electrical
company or by Trotec.
Light smoke or odour is emitted during the first use:
• This is not a fault. These phenomena disappear after a
brief runtime.
The device does not start:
• Check the power connection.
• Check the power cable and mains plug for damage. If you
notice damages, do not try to take the device back into
operation.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Check the on-site fusing.
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Wait for at least 10 minutes before switching the
device back on.
The device is switched on but the solder is not liquid
enough or causes cold solder joints
• The temperature of the soldering iron is too low. Check the
preset temperature. If necessary, increase the temperature
and wait until it has been reached.
• The device is now in standby mode. Press any button to
exit standby mode, then set the desired temperature.
• The temperature of the soldering iron is too high and burns
either the soldering agent, cable insulations or conducting
paths. Check the preset temperature. If necessary,
decrease the temperature and wait until it has been
reached.
• The soldering tip is soiled. Clean the soldering tip by
wiping it on the moistened soldering sponge.
• The soldering tip is worn out. Insert a new soldering tip to
ensure the soldering station's full power.

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The solder does not joint the parts to be soldered
• The temperature of the soldering iron is too low. Check the
preset temperature. If necessary, increase the temperature
and wait until it has been reached.
• The solder joint is too cold. Heat the solder joint with the
soldering iron. Only then add solder to ensure an even
distribution.
• The workpiece has been moved during the cooling phase
and a cold solder joint occurred. Make sure that the
workpiece is not subject to vibrations during the cooling
phase.
The device still does not operate correctly after these
checks:
Please contact the customer service. If necessary, bring the
device to an authorised specialist electrical company or to
Trotec for repair.
Maintenance
Activities required before starting maintenance
Warning of electrical voltage
Do not touch the mains plug with wet or damp hands.
• Switch off the device.
• Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out
of the mains socket.
• Allow the device to cool down completely.
Warning of electrical voltage
Maintenance tasks which require the housing to be
opened must only be carried out by authorised
specialist companies or by Trotec.
Notes on maintenance
Cleaning
The device should be cleaned before and after each use.
Warning of electrical voltage
There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids
penetrating the housing!
Do not immerse the device and the accessories in
water. Make sure that no water or other liquids can
enter the housing.
• Clean the device with a soft, damp and lint-free cloth.
Make sure that no moisture enters the housing. Protect
electrical components from moisture. Do not use any
aggressive cleaning agents such as cleaning sprays,
solvents, alcohol-based or abrasive cleaners to dampen
the cloth.
• Dry the device with a soft, lint-free cloth.
• Regularly clean the soldering tips by wiping them on the
moistened soldering sponge and by tin-coating them
afterwards.
• Do not use any chemicals for cleaning the soldering tips.

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Disposal
The icon with the crossed-out waste bin on waste
electrical or electronic equipment stipulates that this equipment
must not be disposed of with the household waste at the end of
its life. You will find collection points for free return of waste
electrical and electronic equipment in your vicinity. The
addresses can be obtained from your municipality or local
administration. You can also find out about other return options
that apply for many EU countries on the website
https://hub.trotec.com/?id=45090. Otherwise, please contact an
official recycling centre for electronic and electrical equipment
authorised for your country.
The separate collection of waste electrical and electronic
equipment aims to enable the re-use, recycling and other forms
of recovery of waste equipment as well as to prevent negative
effects for the environment and human health caused by the
disposal of hazardous substances potentially contained in the
equipment.

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