PRO POINT 8968299 4V Cordless Soldering Iron User Manual

8968299 4V Cordless Soldering Iron
User Manual

Please read and understand all instructions before use. Retain this manual for future reference.
4V CORDLESS SOLDERING IRON

SPECIFICATIONS

INTRODUCTION

This cordless soldering iron with a Li-ion battery is portable and ready to power on and solder wherever you are. It features a 45-second heating time, a 2.6 ft charging cord, textured-grip handle, and includes a conical shape tip, two spools of lead-free solder wire, sponge, USB charging cable, and stand base.

SAFETY

WARNING! Read and understand all instructions before using this tool. The operator must follow basic precautions to reduce the risk of personal injury and/or damage to the equipment. Keep this manual for safety warnings, precautions, operating or inspection, and maintenance instructions.

HAZARD DEFINITIONS

Please familiarize yourself with the hazard notices found in this manual. A notice is an alert that there is a possibility of property damage, injury or death if certain instructions are not followed.
DANGER! This notice indicates an immediate and specific hazard that will result in severe personal injury or death if the proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING! This notice indicates a specific hazard or unsafe practice that could result in severe personal injury or death if the proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION! This notice indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury if proper practices are not taken.
NOTICE! This notice indicates that a specific hazard or unsafe practice will result in equipment or property damage, but not personal injury.

WORK AREA

1. Operate in a safe work environment. Keep your work area clean, well-lit and free of distractions. Place lights so you are not working in a shadow.
2. Keep anyone not wearing the appropriate safety equipment away from the work area.
3. Store tools properly in a safe and dry location. Keep tools out of the reach of children.
4. Do not install or use in the presence of flammable gases, dust or liquids.

PERSONAL SAFETY

WARNING! Wear personal protective equipment approved by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) or American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

1. Always wear impact safety goggles that provide front and side protection for the eyes. Eye protection equipment should comply with CSA Z94.3-07 or ANSI Z87.1 standards based on the type of work performed.
2. Wear gloves that provide protection based on the work materials or to reduce the effects of tool vibration.
3. Wear protective clothing designed for the work environment and tools.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Control the tool, personal movement, and the work environment to avoid personal injury or damage to the tool.

1. Do not operate any tool when tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medications.
2. Do not overreach when operating the tool. Proper footing and balance enable better control in unexpected situations.

SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING! DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with the product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to the tool safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury.

1. Use the correct tool for the job. This tool was designed for a specific function. Do not modify or alter this tool or use it for an unintended purpose.
2. Do not use the tool if any parts are damaged, broken or misplaced. Repair or replace the parts.
3. Always keep fingers, hands, body, and clothing away from heated components of this tool.
4. The tool will remain hot for a few minutes after use. Always rest the tool on a stand where heat from the tool cannot damage nearby items.
5. Do not touch the soldering iron tip or place it on a combustible material until it has time to cool. This tool generates considerable heat and can inflict a burn injury and/or damage materials during use.
6. Never file the soldering iron’s specially plated tip.
7. Make sure to have sufficient ventilation while soldering; solder or solder flux can be harmful.

POWER TOOL PRECAUTIONS

1. Do not use any power tool with a malfunctioning power switch or control. A power tool that fails to respond to the controls is dangerous and could cause an injury. A qualified technician must repair and verify the power tool is operating correctly before it can be used.
2. Do not cover the air vents. Proper cooling of the motor is necessary to ensure normal life of the tool.
3. Avoid unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is off when connecting to the power source.
4. Disconnect the power source before installing or servicing the tool.

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING! Do not charge a damaged or frozen battery. Internal damage may allow the battery contents to leak, creating a hazardous spill. Contact your local municipality for proper disposal procedures.
WARNING! Only charge a battery with a charger designed for that purpose. Do not use modified chargers or a charger that does not specify the voltage, amperage or recharge rate. Improper charging can lead to the battery rupturing.
WARNING! Do not disassemble the charger or batteries. Lithium batteries contain toxic and volatile materials that are dangerous.

1. Do not expose the battery to heat or throw it in a fire. Keep any ignition source, such as flames, sparks or embers away from the battery. The contents are flammable and the battery may explode. Do not inhale smoke issuing from the burning battery as it is toxic. Visit www.princessauto.com for more information
2. Do not disassemble or crush the battery as the contents are corrosive and flammable. Exposure may cause an injury.
3. Tools with internal rechargeable batteries or removable battery packs are designed to be used only with that battery configuration. Do not mix different battery pack brands or use adapters to allow the use of a battery pack with a different voltage. This can damage the tool’s electrical mechanism and create a fire hazard.
4. Discontinue using or charging a li-ion battery if it changes shape or is abnormally hot. The battery may leak or ignite. Move the battery to a fireproof location and observe for 15 minutes. Safely dispose of the battery.
5. Do not allow a Li-ion battery to fully discharge. This will damage the battery.
6. Do not store in temperatures over 140°F/60°C. The battery may rupture or leak.
7. Do not leave the li-ion battery unattended when recharging. Remain to observe the recharging process in case a problem occurs. Place the battery and recharger in a fireproof container.
8. Do not charge leaking batteries. A compromised casing will release volatile chemicals and gases. Charging a leaking battery can cause a fire or explosion.

UNPACKING

WARNING! Do not operate the tool if any part is missing. Replace the missing part before operating. Failure to do so could result in a malfunction and personal injury.
Remove the parts and accessories from the packaging and inspect for damage. Make sure that all items in the contents are included.
Contents:

• Conical shape tip (1/8 in.)
• 0.04 in. lead-free solder wire (0.35 oz.) · 0.06 in. lead-free solder wire (0.35 oz.)
• Sponge
• USB charging cable and stand base

IDENTIFICATION KEY

A Micro USB charging port
B Status LED
C Power button
D Soldering tip
E Soldering iron stand
F Sponge
G (2) Work light LEDs

OPERATION

WARNING! Make sure the ON/OFF switch (c) for the tool is in the OFF position before connecting the power supply cord to a power outlet.
Letter references in parenthesis (A) refer to the included Identification Key.
BEFORE EACH USE

1. Clear the work area of combustible or flammable materials.
2. Make sure the work area is well ventilated, as there may be toxic or irritating fumes.
3. Wet the soldering iron sponge (F).
4. File off any dirt, rust or paint on the part you wish to solder.

SOLDERING IRON OPERATION

1. Remove the soldering iron from the stand.

2. Press the power button (C). The status LED (B) will turn red.
   The status LED will flash red twice if there is a problem with the battery. Have the tool examined by a service technician.

3. The tip will reach a temperature of 450°C (842°F) in approximately 25 seconds. The status LED will turn green.

4. The work light LEDs (G) will turn on to illuminate the work.

5. Clean the residue from the soldering iron once it is hot.

6. Heat the part by holding the soldering iron against it. Be careful not to melt any plastic components.

7. Apply rosin-based solder to the part and melt it with the soldering iron. When using non-rosin-based solder, be sure to apply a soldering paste to the part before applying the solder.

8. Press the power button to shut off the soldering iron.
   8.1 Re-tin the tip before storing.
   8.2 The soldering iron will shut off automatically after 10 minutes. Press the power button again to continue using the soldering iron.

9. Wait for the solder to cool and harden before moving the soldered part.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

1. Maintain the tool with care. A tool in good condition is efficient, easier to control, and will have fewer problems.
2. Inspect the tool components periodically. Repair or replace damaged or worn components. Only use identical replacement parts when servicing.
3. Only use accessories intended for use with this tool.
4. Remove oxide on the tip by lightly rubbing it with abrasive paper, wiping it clean, then immediately reheating and refining the tip. Do not use coarse abrasives or cleaning detergent.
5. Maintain the tool’s labels and nameplates. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Princess Auto Ltd. for replacements.
6. The longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery pack is charged when the air temperature is between 50 to 86 °F (10 to 30 °C). Do not charge the battery when the temperature is below 0 °F (32°C) or above 113 °F (45 °C). This is important and will prevent damage to the battery pack.

WARNING! Only qualified service personnel should repair the tool. An improperly repaired tool may present a hazard to the user and/or others.
REPLACE THE TIP

1. Turn off the power and allow the tip to cool.
2. Unscrew the tip counterclockwise until you can remove it. Discard the tip.
3. Screw a new tip clockwise into the soldering iron.

RECHARGING THE BATTERY
Only use the supplied USB cable to charge the internal battery.
The soldering iron requires a USB power supply with an output current of 1.0A (1,000mA).
Use a power bank or wall outlet adapter to supply power to the tool. A computer or tablet is not recommended as a power supply.
The LED will glow red during charging, then change to green when fully charged.

STORAGE

1. Prevent a build-up of explosive gases by storing the battery in a ventilated area or container that will disperse the small amounts of gas created.
2. Do not store the battery completely discharged. Charge it fully before storing. Recharge occasionally if stored for a long time.
3. Do not store in temperatures over 140°F/60°C. The battery may rupture or leak.

DISPOSAL

WARNING! Never burn batteries, as they can explode in a fire.
Do not charge leaking batteries. Only a qualified service technician should perform maintenance on the battery pack.
Contact local solid waste authorities for instructions on correct disposal or recycling of the battery pack.
Recycle a tool damaged beyond repair at the appropriate facility.
Contact your local municipality for a list of disposal facilities or by-laws for electronic devices, batteries, oil or other toxic liquids.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Visit a Princess Auto Ltd. location for a solution if the tool does not function properly or parts are missing. If unable to do so, have a qualified technician service the tool.
PROBLEM(S)

• Tip fails to heat up.
• The tip does not heat up enough.

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

1. Battery discharged.
2. Faulty USB cable during charging.
   1. Tip is not touching the heating element.
   2. Faulty tip.

SUGGESTED SOLUTION(S)

1. Recharge battery.
2. Replace USB cable.
   1. Screw tip in until fully seated.
   2. Replace tip.

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References

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