iroda Solderpro 150 Instruction Manual

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SOLDERPRO™150
Instruction Manual
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READ INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USE
© 2006.03
ADJUSTMENT CHANGING TIPS
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4.1 The tip temperature can be adjusted
5.1 Be sure the tip has cooled before
by turning the GAS CONTROL LEVER
observing the – + signs on the body.
5.2 The catalyst seen through the Hot Air
4.2 Ideally set the GAS CONTROL LEVER
to mid position when soldering or
brazing.
4.3 It is not necessary for the catalyst
inside the tip to glow bright red to
5.3 The soldering tip is easily removable
achieve satisfactory soldering
temperatures. Experience will dictate
the adjuster setting required.
1.8 STORE WHEN NOT IN USE. Store in dry, locked cabinet out
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
of reach of children.
1.9 BE extremely careful as torch flame tip temperature is over
1300°C (2500°F)
Warnings:
1.10 BE extremely careful as torch flame is almost invisible in
1.1 Unit contains flammable gas (Butane) under pressure -
daylight or strong light.
use with care.
1.11 USE SAFETY GLASSES.
1.2 DO NOT expose to heat above +50°C (120°F) and
1.12 DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all
avoid prolonged exposure to the sun.
times.
1.3 DO NOT puncture or incinerate.
1.13 STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
1.4 Excessive gas flow, flaming or catalyst pulsing red may
Do not operate when you are tired.
occur when the GAS CONTROL LEVER is incorrectly
1.14 DO NOT TOUCH THE HEATED TIP OR BARREL OF THE UNIT.
adjusted,ie., set too high.
1.15 DO NOT leave unit unattended when it is operating or hot.
1.5 DO NOT refill, ignite or use near open flame, heater, fur-
1.16 ALWAYS BE SURE THE UNIT IS COOL BEFORE STORING.
nace or combustible materials.
1.17 DO NOT REPLACE CAP WITHOUT SWITCHING UNIT OFF AND
1.6 KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
ENSURING TIP HAS COOLED.
invite injuries.
1.18 USE ONLY IN WELL VENTILATED AREA.
1.7 KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Visitors should be kept away
1.19 DO NOT attempt to readjust or repair, unit is not user
from work area.
serviceable.
CLEAN OR REPLACE ORIFICE ASSEMBLY
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6.1 Remove soldering tip and flame collar in the normal manner.
6.2 While holding the torch straight up in the vertical position, unscrew
TIGHTEN LOOSEN
Nozzle Assembly (A) from the Torch Body (C). You may have to use a
pliers or other tool to start unscrewing. Do not grasp and turn the
removal.
Ceramic Head (D).
6.3 Carefully remove Orifice Assembly (B) by lifting out of torch body.
Exhaust Hole of the soldering tip is
NOTE THAT THE SHORTER SIDE OF ORIFICE ASSEMBLY FITS INTO TORCH
very delicate and will not sustain BODY.
mechanical abuse without serious 6.4 Soak Orifice Assembly in Naphtha or other similar
solvent for approximately 5 minutes.
damage.
6.5 Replace clean (or new) Orifice Assembly
remembering to insert the SHORTER
allowing the installation of other style tips or the replacement
SIDE INTO TORCH BODY.
of a worn tip. After the soldering tip is cool, simply unscrew it 6.6 Replace Nozzle Assembly
and hand tighten or
with a counterclockwise motion.
tighten gently with a
Be careful not to overtighten as this could damage the nozzle
pliers grasping the
assembly and thread in the body. B
shank of the Nozzle D
Orifice C
Assembly. A
Nozzle Assembly Assembly
DESCRIPTION
INTEGRATED
STAND
(BACK OF TOOL)
CAP SOLDERING TIP KNURLED SAFETY BUTTON BACK LEC
TIP HOUSING NUT (BACK SIDE OF TOOL) SEE THROUGH CHAMBER CAP
WINDOW
HOT AIR ON/OFF GAS
EXHAUST HOLE IGNITION CONTROL
SWITCH LEVER
REPLACE CAP ACCESSORIES 9.1 The accessories Listed below are available from your
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local retailer.
7.1 When replacing cap please refer as shown
picture 7.1
PART NO DESCRIPTION TYPE
Soldering
PS-01 1.6mm Conical
Tip
CLEANING
Soldering
PS-02 3.2mm Conical
Tip
8.1 Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean
Soldering
PS-03 2.4mm Chisel
the housings of the tool. Many household
Tip
cleaners contain chemicals which could
Soldering
seriously damage the plastic. Also do not use PS-04 3.2mm Chisel
Tip
gasoline, turpentine, lacquer or paint thinner,
Soldering
PS-05 2.4mm Angle
dry cleaning fluids or similar products.
Tip
Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never
Soldering
PS-06 3.2mm Angle
immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
Tip
REFUELING HOW TO USE SOLDERING IRON
1. A
2.1 Fill LEC
3. Ignition
Safety
a. Use standard Butane Fuel a. Set Gas Control level at mid position Button
b. Invert butane can to allow gravity assist (Fig1)
b. While pushing in and holding ignition
c. Allow up to 5 minutes at room temperature
safety button "A" lift up ON/OFF
for fuel to stabilize before use.
IGNITION SWITCH to the "ON" position
to start the flow of gas.
2.2 Insert LEC into Chamber
c. Push the switch upward toward the
a. Remove Chamber Cap
tip to the maximum point to ignite
ON
b. Insert LEC into Pro-150 chamber (fig 2.1) and then release. The switch will
c. Insert with gray flat side toward inside of OFF
move back to the "ON" position
3.D
chamber.
automatically.
d. Do not force LEC into chamber as cap will d. To turn off, slide the ON/OFF ignition
properly seat LEC in chamber
switch downward toward the bottom
e. Replace Chamber Cap
2.1 of tool.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
10. To reduce the risk of personal injury, property damage, or damage to your
SOLDERPRO 150, do not attempt to repair the unit body.
PART NO
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE HOW TO CORRECT
Heat
PS-10
Blower 10.1 Does not ignite a. Empty LEC a. Refill with butane fuel
b. Too high or low fuel b. Adjust control lever to a
Orifice pressure higher or lower position.
PS-14
Assembly c. Push on/off ignition c. Re-read "How to use as
switch too fast. a soldering iron"
d. Clogged orifice assembly d. Clean or replace with new
Defleclor S-30
orifice assembly
10.2 Low gas a. Clogged orifice assembly a. Clean or replace with new one.
pressure or b. Cold fuel b. Hold body in hands to
Hot nife PS-09
low flame allow unit to warm up.
c. Low fuel c. Refuel
10.3 Tip does not a. Used-up catalyst a. Replace with new tip.
heat up b. Insufficient fuel b. Adjust control lever to
pressure a higher position.
CAUTION : Do not use other than recommended accessories or attachments.
c. Clogged orifice assembly c. Clean or replace with new one.
IGNITION WARNINGS
3.C Do not touch Tip, Tip Housing or Knurled Nut while
igniting.
3.D Do not ignite the unit when "Tip Assembly" is not
screwed on.
3.C 3.D
3.B
SPECIAL WARNING
11.1 This product, when used for soldering and similar
applications, produces chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
11.2 Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials
Requlations forbid the carriage of butane or other
flammable gas products on passenger aircraft.
Do not pack this item or any other flammable gas item,
in any checked or carry-on baggage.