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The operating in-
structions consti-
tute part of this
product. T
tant information on safety, use
and disposal.
Before using the product,
familiarise yourself with all
of the operating and safety
instructions. Use the product
only as described and for the
applications specifi
this manual safely and in
the event that the product is
passed on, hand over all doc-
uments to the third party.
Intended Use
The cor
suitable for soldering electro-
nic components.
The equipment is intended for
use in the fi
designed for commercial use.
This equipment is not suitable
for commercial use. C
cial use will invalidate the
guarantee. Any other use that
is not explicitly approved in
these instructions may result in
damage to the equipment and
repr
to the user
designed for use by adults.
Adolescents over the age of
16 may use the device only
under super
tor or user is responsible for
accidents or damage to other
persons or their property.
The manufactur
for damage which is caused
through inappropriate use or
incorrect oper
General description
Extent of the delivery
Carefully unpack the appliance
and check that it is complete.
Return the packaging to a recy-
cling centre when you have
fi
- Cor
- Soldering tip
- 2 x solder (1 x Ø 1.0 mm;
1 x Ø 1.5 mm)
- Charging station
+ power plug
- Instruction Manual
Functional description
The PLKA 3.6 A1 c
dering iron with its ergonomic
design and short warm-up
phase is highly suitable for
soldering without an annoying
power cord.
Operation
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fect soldering point, the
soldering point must be
completely clean and free
of grease.
•
ring tip has to be tin-coated,
i.e. coated with soldering
tin. Only good tin coating
ensures perfect soldering
and heat transfer
•
ring tip is always clean and
free of scaling and exc
soldering tin. Clean the
soldering tip regularly with
a wet sponge. Never use a
fi
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mechanical connection bet-
ween the metals which are
to be connected together if
possible. F
the wires together so that
they do not slip. In this way
you will obtain stable solde-
ring points and avoid heat
damage through exc
soldering.
•
metals, hold the soldering tip
on the connection point and
briefl
solder melts and fl
the soldering point. If the
tin has spread, remove the
soldering iron and allow the
soldering point to cool down
without vibrations. Never
heat solder directly and do
not use too much solder
•
components, the parts to be
soldered must not be heated
too much in order to avoid
damage.
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a heat-resistant surface to
cool down or insert it into
the charging station.
Charging process
Do not expose the batte-
r
such as heat and shocks.
There is a risk of injury caused
by leaking electrolyte solution!
In the case of contact, rinse
with water or neutraliser
medical advice if the solution
has come into contact with the
eyes etc.
The battery must only
be charged up in dry
areas.
The device cannot be
used while it is being
charged.
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powered with SEL
Extra Low V
cated by the label on the
appliance.
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in the device before using it
for the fi
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integrated in the appliance,
use the batter
plied.
•
the heat output diminishes.
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latest safety information,
as well as the regulations
and information relating to
environmental pr
• Defects resulting from
improper handling are not
covered by the guar
1. Insert the soldering iron
into the charging station
(7). Ensure that it is fi
in place.
2. Connect the charging
cable connector (9) to the
charging sock
charging station.
3. Insert the mains plug
(
10) into a wall socket.
The indicator lamp (5)
lights up:
red:
charged up,
green:the charging pro-
cess has fi
The r
charging time is 3 hours.
4. After charging, fi
ve the mains plug
( 10) from the socket.
Then r
cable connector (9) from
the charging station (7).
The char
indoor use only.
Safety class II
Charger
Electrical appliances
must not be disposed of
with the domestic waste.
Symbols in the manual:
Warning symbols with
information on damage
and injur
Instruction symbols (the
instruction is explained
at the place of the exclamati-
on mark) with information on
preventing damage.
Help symbols with infor-
mation
on improving
tool handling.
Special safety
instructions
Caution! Risk of fi
When putting the solde-
ring iron down, make sure
that the hot tip does not come
into contact with combustible
materials. Do not leave the
device unattended while it is
hot. Allow it to cool down be-
fore you store it away.
The soldering tip reaches
temperatures of over
400°C. T
parts can cause severe burns.
The device must always
be placed on a
non-combustible surface when
it is not in use. There is a po-
tential fi
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before it comes into c
with the material that is to
be worked on.
•
to health are produc
during the soldering process
and when working on pla-
stics. Ensure good ventilation
or suitable vapour removal.
•
goggles and your body with
suitable working clothes
against solder splashes and
corrosive vapours.
•
used for heating up liquids
or plastics.
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and environmental
protection
Be environmentally friendly.
Return the tool, accessories
and packaging to a recycling
centre when you have fi
with them.
Charger do not belong
with domestic waste.
Do not dispose of
de
in
ho
explosion) or wate
batteries can harm the env-
ironment and your health if
poisonous fumes or liquids
escape.
•
the batter
not open the device or bat-
ter
•
cordanc
gulations. Return the device
to a collection point from
where it can be submitted
for environmentally com-
patible recycling. F
information, please contact
your local waste manage-
ment provider or our service
centre.
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defective devices that you
send to us free of char
CORRECT HANDLING OF
THE BA
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by children aged fr
years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sen-
sor
lack of experience and knowl-
edge if they have been given
super
cerning use of the appliance
in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appli-
ance. Cleaning and user main-
tenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
•
only the charger supplied.
Risk of fi
This ensur
of the device is maintained.
• Before each use, check the
charger
have them repaired by qual-
ifi
with original parts. Do not
use a defective charger and
do not open it up yourself.
This ensur
of the device is maintained.
•
a socket with an earth. En-
sure that the mains voltage
matches the specifi
on the charger rating plate.
Risk of electric shock.
•
the mains before closing or
opening connection to the
batter
•
away from wet and rain.
Do not use the charger
outdoors. Dirt and the entr
of water increase the risk of
electric shock.
•
with the appropriate orig-
inal batteries. Charging
other batteries may result in
injuries and risk of fi
•
to the charger This can re-
sult in internal short circuits.
•
on a combustible surface
(e.g. paperRisk of
fi
charging.
•
Refer to the following descrip-
tions for a functional descripti-
on of the controls.
Overview
1 Soldering tip
2 Charging socket
of the soldering iron
3 Lights
4 On/off switch
5 Indicator light
6 Heating button
7 Charging station
8 Charging socket of the
charging station
9 Charging cable connec-
tor
10 Mains plug
11 Solder Ø 1.5 mm
12 Solder Ø 1.0 mm
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specifi
Cordless
soldering iron ..... PLKA 3.6 A1
Safety class ..................
III
Pr
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(without charger) ......... 111 g
Batter
Nominal voltage U ... 3,6 V
Capacity C ............... 1,5 Ah
P ........................ 8 W
Charging time .... appr
Charger ............. L
Uptake voltage/
Input .. 100-240 V~, 50-60 Hz
Nominal consumption ... 10 W
V . 6 V
Charging curr ...... 600 mA
Safety class ...................
II
Pr
Safety information
This section describes the ba-
sic safety rules when working
with the device.
Symbols and icons
Symbols on the device:
Read carefully befor
use.
Safety class III
of devices with a
built-in batter
the household waste.
Symbols on the Charger:
Read carefully
before use.
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Initial Operation
The soldering tip (1) has to be
mounted before initial use.
Installing/replacing
the soldering tip
Make sur
soldering iron is turned
off and cold.PO
on the on/off switch (4).
Hold the soldering iron tightly
and unscrew the soldering
tip that is already inserted, if
there is one. Now screw the
new soldering tip (1) into the
holder (13).
Switching on and off
Make sur
mains voltage matches
the details on the type
plate.
burns! Do not touch
the hot soldering tip (1).
When starting work:
1. Move the power switch
(
4) to the I position.
2. Hold the soldering iron in
your hand like a pen ( ).
3. P
6) in order to heat up the
soldering tip ( 1).
4. 5)
chan
seconds from r
now the soldering
reached a working te
rature of appr
The soldering ir
up for as long as you hold
down the heating button
( 6), up to a maxim
temperature of 470°C.
Hold down the heating button
(
6) while you are working
with the soldering iron.
Switching off:
5. Move the off switch (
4)
to the O position.
6.
soldering ti 1) does not
to
cooled down.
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unattended when it is
switched on.
•
be placed on its stands
when it is not in use.
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carr
not described in these in-
structions. Use only original
parts.
SPECIAL SAFETY DIREC-
T
ERA
a) Recharge the batteries
indoors only because the
batter
for indoor use only.
b) T
shock hazard, unplug the
batter
mains before cleaning the
charger
c) Do not subject the batter
to strong sunlight over long
periods and do not leave it
on a heater Heat damages
the batter
risk of explosion.
d)
before charging.
e)
and avoid mechanical dam-
age to the batterRisk of
short circuit and fumes may
be emitted that irritate the res-
piratory tract. Ensure fresh air
and seek medical assistance
in the event of discomfort.
f)
ble batteries!
equipment is damaged, it
must be replaced by the
manufacturer
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a similarly qualifi
in order to prevent hazards.
•
pre-char
and must be fully charged
up before being used for the
fi
it is recommended that the
batter
up for approximately 3
hours. Insert the soldering
ir
connect the charger to the
mains.
• Remove the mains plug when
the batter
and disconnect the charger
from the device. T
time is about 3 hours.
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ch
batteries. The dev
become damaged.
• Do not c
cord to the power supply.
Do not touch a damaged
cable before it has been
disconnected from the power
supply, as you could come
into contact with active parts.
Cleaning/maintenance
Ask our ser
carr
is not described in these
instructions. Use only original
parts.
Before you begin any
work on the device,
move the on/off switch (4) to
the O position. Risk of burns
and electric shock
The following cleaning and
ser
ularly. This will ensure a long
and reliable service life.
Cleaning
Do
pliance
water
and do not immerse
it in
hazar
d!
Do not use cleaning
ag
may other
mage the appliance.
• Wipe off the warm solde-
ring tip (1) after use on a
damp sponge.
• Never scrape or fi
solder residues off the
soldering tip with hard ob-
jects, as this will damage
the soldering tip!
General maintenance
Prior to every use, check the ap-
pliance for obvious defects such
as loose, worn or damaged
parts. Replace as necessary.
Storage
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putting it away.
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down completely before
you store it away.
•
frost-fr
location out of the reach of
children.
Replacement parts/
Accessories
Spare parts and accesso-
ries can be obtained at
www
If you do not have internet
acc
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the order number mentioned
below ready.
Description Order No.
Soldering tip 91
Charging station 91099425
EU mains plug 91099423
Solder Ø 1.5 mm
Solder Ø 1.0 mm 91
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Problem P Corrective action
Soldering tip
(1) does not
heat up
Battery is fl Charge the battery
Charging cable connector (9)
or charging station (7) defective
Repair by Service Centre
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the soldering tip
(1) too low
Soldering tip (1) loose
Tighten the cold soldering tip (1) hand-
tight with the switch in the O position
Heating button (6) was not pres-
sed down for long enough
Hold the heating button (6) down longer
Guarantee
Dear Customer
This equipment is pr
with a 3-year guarantee from
the date of purchase.
In case of defects, you have
statutor
seller of the product. These
statutor
ed by our guarantee presented
below
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The term of the guarantee be-
gins on the date of purchase.
Please retain the original
receipt. T
quired as pr
If a material or manufacturing
defect occurs within three
years of the date of purchase
of this product, we will repair
or replace – at our choic
– the product for you free
of charge. T
quires the defective equipment
and proof of pur
presented within the three-year
period with a brief written
description of what consti-
tutes the defect and when it
occurred.
If the defect is covered by our
guarantee, you will rec
ther the repaired pr
new product. No new guaran-
tee period begins on repair or
replacement of the pr
Guarantee Period and
Statutory Claims for
Defects
The guarantee period is not
extended by the guarantee
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replaced or r
Any damages and defects
already pr
purchase must be r
immediately after unpacking.
Repairs arising after expiry
of the guarantee period are
chargeable.
Guarantee Cover
The equipment has been car
fully produced in ac
with strict quality guidelines and
conscientiously checked prior to
deliver
The guarantee applies for all
material and manufacturing
defects. This guarantee does
not extend to cover pr
parts that are subject to nor-
mal wear and may therefore
be considered as wearing
parts (e.g. sol
cover damage to break
parts (e.g. switches).
This guarantee shall be invalid
if the product has been dam-
aged, used incorrectly or not
maintained. Pr
to all of the instructions spec-
ifi
is requir
the product. Intended uses
and actions against which the
operating manual advises or
warns must be categorically
avoided.
The pr
for private and not commercial
use. The guarantee will be
invalidated in case of misuse
or improper handling, use
of force, or interventions not
undertaken by our authorised
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Processing in Case of
Guarantee
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you issue, please follow the
following directions:
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on the rating plate.
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other defects occur
initially contact the service
department specifi
by telephone or by e-mail .
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information on the process-
ing of your complaint.
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customer ser
recor
be sent postage paid to the
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cated to you, with the proof
of purchase (r
specifi
tutes the defect and when it
occurred. In or
acceptanc
additional costs, please be
sure to use only the address
communicated to you. En-
sure that the consignment is
not sent carriage for
by bulky goods, express or
other special freight. Please
send the equipment inc. all
accessories supplied at the
time of purchase and ensure
adequate, safe transport
packaging.
Repair Service
For a charrepairs not covered
by the guarantee can be carried
out by our service branch, which
will be happy to issue a cost esti-
mate for you.
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that has been sent with adequate
packaging and postage.
Attention: Please send your
equipment to our service branch
in clean condition and with an
indication of the defect.
Equipment sent carriage forward
or by bulky goods, express or
other special freight will not be
accepted.
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