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1. Xl TRONIC Instruction Manual for Temperature Controlled Soldering Station LF 1700 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing Xytronic s high power soldering station the best solution for your soldering equipment needs especially for lead free applications We believe that you will be more than satisfied with many features and the versatility of your new soldering station Please carefully read the instruction manual prior to operate to maximize the advantages of using your new soldering station N WARNING This appliance is not intended for use by children or other persons without assistance or supervision if their physical sensory or mental capabilities prevent them from using it safely Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Failure to observe the safety regulation will result in a risk to life and limb The manufacturer shall not be liable for damage resulting from misuse of the unit or unauthorized alterations N CAUTION Always place the soldering iron in its original holder when not being used Keep the soldering tip and heating element away from the body clothes and flammable material when in operation The soldering tip and the heating element are still remaining hot after being switched off Ensure that you do not touch the soldering tip and the heating element 4 For your health do not inhale solder fumes You must not undertake work on live parts Only t2. 2 F 896 F kada EA E Range 150 C 302 F 105 x 90 x 126mm W x H x D Weight Unit only 1 5kg Default Seting F 2 00 4 c Ou WORKING TEMPERATURE To meet RoHS requirements the 60 40 solder alloys are not allowed in the production process The lead free solder alloys require a working temperature of 30C 54 F higher than previous generation electrical soldering The working temperature of solder is detailed below and can vary from manufacture to manufacture Melting point 220 C 428 F Normal operation 300 360 C 572 680 F Production line operation 360 410 C 680 770 F When the iron s working temperature is set within the parameters suitable for the type of solder being used a good joint 1s assured Too low of a temperature will slow the rate of solder flow while a high temperature setting might burn the flux in the solder and emit a heavy white smoke resulting in a dry joint or permanent damage to the printed circuit board P C B and may also shorten the tip life IMPORTANT The temperature above 410 C 770 F is not recommended for normal soldering functions but can be used for short periods of time when high temperatures are required Please note that the lead free solder alloys require a higher soldering temperature which shortens tip life OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS e Ensure that the working voltage matches your power supply before beginning use e Check carefully for any damage during transportation e T
3. at up and super fast recovery The revolutionary Zero Voltage electronic switching design also protects voltage and current sensitive components CMOS devices etc against damaging current and transient voltage spikes commonly produced by less efficient mechanically switched stations The power unit is isolated from the A C line by a transformer and allows only 32 Vac to drive the heating element The temperature Lock out feature by password is convenient for production management The many features of the 2 product make it the ideal tool for service and repair technicians as well as production line soldering operations This unit is developed to meet the present and future lead free soldering needs of the electronic production industry and is ideal for use at any AC outlet BRIEF INTRODUCTION OF PANEL FUNCTIONS Front panel DN Temperature display readout 52 Degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit display readout 53 Heat indicating light 4 SET Function key 5 5 Y Down key 6 A Up key C3 Solder wand socket Main power switc Rear side 9 AC Power cord in let 40 10 Fuse Earth Jack Fig 1 Soldering iron assembly BARREL TIP CERAMIC RUBBER COLLAR SILICONE CABLE 28 0135701 44 510601 HEATER ESD ESD 79 208043Y 52 021013 34 021113 NUT HANDLE 42 030102 26 160240 HEATER HOLDER ASS Y BENDING GUARD 27 010011 26 170241 SPECIFICATIONS 150 C 480 C 30
4. e 1s up Press SET key once to finish the temperature correction and the unit automatically backup mode The user may continue set other modes or back from the current setting mode Example for temperature correction The current set temperature value is 200 C however the actual temperature is only 190 C So it needs to correct by 10 C Correction method if the current correction value 1s 00 or 00 then change it to 10 If the current correction value is 20 then change it to 10 If the current correction value is 20 then change it to 30 5 Sleep Mode Set Press SET key one time when the LED displays F 3 and flashes the unit enters the Sleep mode status At this moment the LED displays the pre set value Press A or Y key to change the set value If set value reads 000 that means the unit set in Sleep mode releasing status If the display read 100 that means the unit set in Sleep mode Press SET key once to finish the sleep mode setting then the unit automatically backup The user may continue set other modes or back from current set mode Please note that the original design manufacturers set in sleep model 6 Fahrenheit and Centigrade Celsius temperature selection When temperature display window shows F 4 and blinking press the SET button at this time the system enters the degrees Fahrenheit and Centigrade temperature selection 7 function indicating the temperature
5. he joint with the tip while soldering it does not improve the heat transfer and may damage the tip 4 Apply solder to the joint not the tip when soldering The flux is naturally caustic and thus will eat away the tip Never clean the tip with a file or abrasive materials 6 Do not use fluxes which contain chloride or acid Use only rosin or resin activated fluxes 7 Ifan oxide film forms on the tip it can be removed by careful buffing with a 600 800 grit emery cloth isopropyl alcohol or equivalent and then wrapping rosin core solder around the newly exposed surfaces Coat the tinned areas with rosin core solder after the resin core has melted NEW TIPS Applying the following steps will lead to optimum life 1 Set temperature to min then turn the main power switch to the ON position 2 Coat the tinned surfaces with rosin core solder after reaching 250 C 482 F 3 Set to desired temperature after allowing the unit to idle at 250 C for 3 minutes 4 The iron will be ready for use once it reaches the preset temperature Un IMPORTANT Remove and clean the tip daily If a new tip is installed remove any loose build up in the barrel assembly otherwise the tip may fuse to the heating element or retaining barrel MAINTENANCE AND DRESSING Tips can be changed or replaced simply by unscrewing the knurled nut barrel assembly The station must be switched off and allowed to cool before this operation as damage may result if the s
6. he technician is permitted to undertake repairs Use the original replacement part only KEY FEATURES HEATER SENSOR FAILED DETECTION If sensor circuit failed that the display read S E and cut off the heater power If heater circuit failed the display read H E and cut off the heater power TEMPERATUE LOCK OUT FEATURE The temperature can be locked by password code that is convenient for production line management ISOLATED IRON HOLDER WITH TIP CLEANER Made of low abrasive brass shavings instead of conventional sponges to meet RoHS requirement cleans better and no water is necessary LOW VOLTAGE OUTPUT WITH SAFETY OPERATION The power unit is isolated from the A C line by a transformer and allows 32Vac to drive the heating element Solder wand runs from 32 Volts for safety and with 100W power ceramic heater for a super fast heat up and quick temperature recovery The solder wand is attached with heat resistant non burning flexible 6 wire cord 1 ESD SAFE AND SPIKE FREE CIRCUITRY The Zero Voltage electronic switching design also protects voltage and current sensitive components CMOS devices etc against damaging current and transient voltage spikes commonly produced by less efficient mechanically switched stations DETACHABLE AC POWER CORD WITH PLUG Engineered AC outlet for alternating AC power cord with plug and connector specially designed for individual CE countries requireme
7. his unit contains 1 Solder wand 2 Iron holder with brass tip cleaner 3 AC power cord with plug OPERATING PROCEDURES 1 Ensure that the base unit power switch is in the OFF position 2 Plug in Solder wand and connect AC power cord to mains In let 3 Turn Mains power switch to ON position 4 Press the A key up until the temperature to 250 C 482 F If set to degrees Centigrade the temperature display window of the upper right corner shows C if set to degrees Fahrenheit the temperature display window of the upper right corner shows F Then tin the surface of the tip by applying a new covering of solder after being warmed to protect tip and extend its life 5 When the temperature reaches to the desired temperature that the heating indicator light will be flashed on and off to maintain the set temperature The unit now is ready for use N CAUTIONS REMEMBER THE TIP IS HOT The tip and barrel of the solder wand will cause serious burns if they are allowed to contact skin Always return the solder wand to the safety holder after each use DO NOT WORK ON LIVE CIRCUITS Before working on any mains powered equipment make sure that it is turned off and the mains plug is removed from the power point DO NOT USE IF DAMAGED Ifthe power lead becomes damaged or the soldering station becomes faulty discontinue use immediately To comply with safety standards the power lead must only be replaced by a
8. nts EARTH JACK With a grounding connector there is the possibility for a grounding of the wire strap 1f required PRODUCT DESCRIPTION LF 1700 electronically temperature controlled soldering station with specially intelligent chip microcomputer control designs was developed to meet the present and future Lead free soldering needs of the electronic production industry An ergonomic handle with shorter distance between heating element and tip gets very fast heat up time and quick heat compensation A high quality sensor and heat transfer technology ensure precise temperature regulation 1s essential for making consistent reliable soldered connections The aluminum housing has the advantages of strong structure good heat sink and effectively resistant of electro magnetic interference It provides all the benefits of temperature regulation and connects via a highly flexible burn resistant lead and can be easily adjusted in temperature The LF 1700 incorporates electronic circuitry which enables the user to alter tip temperature from 150 to 480 C 302 896 F without changing tips or heating elements Also with digital display readout and pressing keys on the front panel get clear vision and comfortable setting The temperature is maintained within 3 C 6 F of its operating temperature by a thermocouple sensor placed in the head of the heating element allowing the tip to rest against the sensor The 100W power results in both a rapid he
9. of the window shows the current status Press A or WV key to change the temperature selection status It expressed as degrees Celsius temperature value If set to C it shows as degrees Fahrenheit temperature if set to F COMMON CAUSES OF TIP UNWETTING Tip temperature higher than 410 C 770 F The tip working surfaces are not tinned while the iron idling Lack of flux in soldering wicking repairing and touch up operations Wiping the tip on a high sulfur content dirty or dry sponges and rags Touching with organic substances such as plastic resin silicone grease or other chemicals Impurities in solder and or low tin content nd W L J a CARE OF TIPS N Caution The soldering iron can reach very high temperatures Be sure to turn the unit off prior to carrying out any maintenance or trouble shooting steps listed below IMPORTANT Remove the tip and clean after moderate to heavy use or at least daily for light usage Remove any loose build up in the tip retaining assembly to prevent tip freezing The solder tips supplied are iron clad cooper and if used properly they should maintain optimum life 1 Always tin the tip before returning it to the holder turning off the station or storing it for long periods of time Wipe the tip on a brass cleaner prior to use 2 Keeping the iron set at high temperatures more than 400 C or 750 F will shorten tip life 3 Does not use excessive pressure to the tip or rub t
10. ter Set status For example F 0 F 1 F 2 F 3 F 4 i lt lt lt 3 Password Setting When the LED displays F 1 and flashes press SET key one time and the unit 6 enters the Password Set status At this moment the LED displays the pre set value Press A or W key to change password set value If the user sets 000 that means the unit will be under the status of no password If the user sets 100 then means the unit will be under the password status Press SET key once to finish password setting and the unit will backup mode the user can continue set other modes or back from the setting mode 4 Temperature Correction Setting Press SET key once when the LED displays F 2 and flashes that the unit enters the Temperature Correction Mode At this moment the LED displays preset correction value A Operation of Centigrade temperature correction 99 C 99 C Press A or VW key to change the temperature correction value The first digit ee means minus actual temperature is down No display means plus actual temperature 1s up B Operation of Fahrenheit temperature correction value 210 F 210 F Press A or WV key to change the temperature correction value When the numbers 1s sparkling on LED displays it means minus value actual temperature 1s down when the numbers stop sparkling it means plus value actual temperatur
11. uthorized technicians as special purpose tools are required Caution Soldering irons operate at high temperatures and can easily burn people or objects Do not touch the tip and heater at any time and keep it a safe distance from flammable materials while the unit is on or while it s cooling Please allow a sufficient time for it to cool before changing tips or servicing the unit TEMPERATURE SETTING No password set 1 Increase temperature By pressing A key one time the digital will be increase 1 numeral If pressing A key over 2 seconds then the digital numerals will be forwarded counting continuously till the temperature up to what you desire to set 2 Decrease temperature By pressing V key the same procedure as above PARAMETER SETTING 1 Press SET key and hold for at least 4 seconds until display shown sign then release the SET key The sign starts to flash and reminding the user to input the mode lock password 010 fixed If the user inputs the same number as 010 the unit will enter the modes selection procedure otherwise the unit will be back from the current mode automatically 2 After the unit enters the Modes selection the LED will display F 0 and flash Press A or Y key to select modes If the user doesn t press A or W key within 15 seconds or press SET key one time then the unit will be immediately back from the Parame
12. ystem is left on without the tip in place After removing the tip blow out any oxide dust that may have formed in the tip retaining area of the barrel Be careful to avoid getting this dust in your eyes Replace the tip and screw back the knurled nut barrel assembly using only firm hand pressure to tighten Pliers should only be used to tighten the nut to avoid burning your fingers but care should be taken not to over tighten as this could damage the element GENERAL CLEANING The outer cover of the iron and station may be cleaned with a damp cloth using small amounts of liquid detergent Never submerse the unit in liquid or allow any liquid to enter the case of the station Never use any solvent to clean the case SERVICE If the iron or station should become faulty or for some reason not operate normally the system should be returned to the service department of your authorized dealer or service agent Or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard INTERCHANGEABLE TIPS 44 510601 44 510611 FIF ee FRA ee E S n Lu BM AL gt 44 510602 Fa ee aa 1 D 8m m XYBO2 VA 23 32 FIF UFU UFU 44 510603 IF FUP UP 1 2m m 3 647 44 510610 a ra 4 8m m XYB10 MA Cile Leur uan ak zk mal xak a an an ar at un an ual at at
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