Parkside PLS 48 A1 manual Using the product, Switching on / off and setting the temperature

Using the product

Using the product

Switching on / off and setting the temperature

Switching on and setting the temperature:

Insert the mains plug into a mains socket and press the ON / OFF switch 2 into position “I”.

Turn the temperature control 6 to set the temperature you wish to have.

Problems will occur during soldering if an unsuitable solder wire used. The right soldering temperature must be achieved to produce perfect soldering. If the temperature is too low the solder does not flow enough and causes contamination of the solder at the joint, a so-called “cold joint”. At too high a temperature, the flux (flowing aid) burns and the solder does not flow. The high temperatures may also damage the workpiece.

The temperature settings suitable for most soldering tasks are given below. The precise settings may vary, depending on the solder and the manufacturer.

Level min = room temperature

Setting 1 = approx. 100 °C – warming up stage and for solder with a low melting point

Setting 2 = 200 °C melting point of most common soft solders Setting 3 = 300 °C normal operating temperature, e.g. for high melt-

ing point solder

Setting 4 = 400 °C high soldering temperature, e.g. for desoldering small soldered joints

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