TOOLCRAFT ST-100HF Bedienungsanleitung Seite 46

• Heat the soldering joint with soldering tip and apply the solder. Remove the solder from the soldering joint, and then
remove the soldering tip. Complete the soldering process quickly to avoid damaging the work piece (e.g. dislocated
conductors or overheating components).
• Allow the soldering joint to cool down. Depending on the size of the soldering joint, it may take 1–2 seconds for the
solder to harden. Do not move the soldered component or cable during this time, as this may result in a so-called
"cold soldering joint". This is a soldering joint with a dull silver look that does not provide a good electrical contact
or mechanical joint.
A correctly soldered joint should shine in a similar way to chrome.
• Clean the soldering tip occasionally to remove flux residues (use the dry metal cleaner or a damp sponge). To do
this, briefly wipe the soldering tip using the cleaner or sponge.
Do not press the soldering tip into the sponge or hold the soldering tip on the sponge for too long, as this
may damage the sponge. It would also cause the soldering station to adjust the heating power.
Ensure that the sponge is sufficiently damp. Never clean the soldering tip with a dry sponge!
You can also use the dry metal cleaner provided instead of the sponge.
Mechanical damage to the soldering tip destroys the protective coating and reduces its lifespan. Do not
clean the soldering tip with sharp objects or a metal brush.
• When you have finished soldering, clean the soldering tip to remove flux residues (see above), and then coat the
soldering tip with tin. Apply a small amount of tin to the soldering tip, ensuring that the tin forms an even layer on
the tip. This prevents corrosion on the soldering tip.
Place the soldering iron into the soldering iron holder (11). Switch off the soldering station ("O" = OFF).
It takes 10–15 minutes for the soldering iron to cool down completely. Do not touch the soldering tip or
holder during this time – burn hazard!
To prevent the risk of a fire, allow the soldering station to cool down completely before storing it.
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