User manual


c) Operation
• Only hold the gas soldering iron by the grip. Always hold it so the flame points away
from you.
• When igniting and using the gas soldering iron, keep it away from your body and
clothing.
• Never reach into the naked flame! Never touch the hot metal parts on the front of
the gas soldering iron! This will cause serious burns!
• During shorter breaks, the gas soldering iron can be put down on the fold-out foot
(sideways at the grip). If necessary, turn out the gas soldering iron beforehand.
• Never leave the gas soldering iron unattended while it is in use. Fire hazard!.
• Let the product cool down completely before replacing the soldering tip, storing the
product (e.g. in the supplied storage box) or attaching the supplied protective plas-
tic cap. Otherwise, there is a danger of fire!
• During breaks, put the gas soldering iron on a stable, even and heat/fire resistant
surface to cool down; make sure that it cannot roll or fall, risk of fire!
• Always ignite the gas soldering iron for no more than about 5-10 minutes at any
time, otherwise the casing of the gas soldering iron could heat up too much (dan-
ger of burns!).
• Never ignite liquid or gaseous fuels (e.g. benzines, spirits, etc.) with the gas sol-
dering iron, risk of explosion!
• Very hot air escapes from the side of the soldering bit. Therefore, take care that no
objects, cables, boards etc. in the vicinity are burnt during soldering.
• Never work on electrical components that are powered up. Disconnect the device
you want to solder from the power supply and check that it is current-free.
• Protect your body and eyes from soldering sparks and liquid tin solder. Wear suit-
able protective clothes and protective glasses.
• Vapours that are generated during soldering are hazardous to the health. If neces-
sary, use a suitable venting system or ventilate.
CONTROLS
1 Flint for ignition
2 Unlock button (Gas on/off)
3 Regulator for the gas flow
4 Soldering tip
5 Catalyst
6 Stand (here inserted into the grip)
7 Gas tank window
8 Filling valve (self-closing)
FILLING
The gas soldering iron is not filled when delivered, due to safety reasons. When using for the first
time, you must first fill the gas soldering iron’s tank before using the product.

Attention!
Only use commercial lighter gas (ISO butane gas) to fill the tank. Suitable refill car-
tridges are available for purchase (e.g. 250ml cartridges) for this purpose. In case of
doubt, consult a specialist.
NEVER fill the product with other gases/fluids. Never use unsuitable cartridges or hose
connections when filling! There is a great risk of fire or explosion!
Fill the gas tank only in a well ventilated environment and avoid naked flames. (Risk
of explosion!)
Only fill the product after it has cooled down completely.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Gas Soldering Iron PT-150
Version 05/11
Item no. 58 86 85
INTENDED USE
The product generates an adjustable flame to heat up a mounted soldering tip. An ignition mech-
anism is integrated into the protective cap. The amount of gas (and thus the soldering tip tem-
perature) can be adjusted at the soldering iron. The gas soldering iron is to be filled and operat-
ed with lighter gas (ISO-butane gas).
No part of the product may be modified or converted!
The safety instructions are to be observed without fail!
Any other use, than that described above, could lead to damage to this product and involves a
risk for fire and explosion etc.
This product complies with the applicable National and European requirements. All names of
companies and products are the trademarks of the respective owner. All rights reserved.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The warranty will be void in the event of damage caused by failure to observe
these safety instructions! We do not assume any liability for any consequential
damage!
Nor do we assume any liability for material and personal damage caused by
improper use or non-compliance with the safety instructions! The warranty will
be void in such cases.
a) In general
• For safety reasons, any unauthorised conversion and/or modification to the product
is not permitted.
• The product is not a toy and it should be kept out of the reach of children. Keep the
product out of the reach of children during as well as after use. Keep the product in
a place inaccessible to children! The same applies to the gas container, which is
used for refilling.
•
The casing of the gas soldering iron must not be opened or damaged. It must not be
placed in, or thrown into, a fire or naked flames! Danger of explosion!
• Do not expose the soldering iron to any mechanical stress. The gas tank could start
to leak (danger of fire and explosion!).
• If the product should become damaged or defective, dispose of it correctly. If gas is
still contained and is leaking, the product may have to be kept in an appropriate out-
side location for a while, so the gas can escape. Ensure there is adequate ventila-
tion, keep a safe distance from all naked flames or ignition sources (risk of fire and
explosion!). Keep a safe distance from flammable objects, risk of fire!
• The gas soldering iron must not be operated, filled or stored in areas where explo-
sive, easily flammable materials, combustible gases, vapours, dust, or inflammable
liquids (solvents, alcohol, benzines etc.) are stored or could be stored. There is the
risk of explosion or fire!
• Protect the product from dirt and damp. This may damage the product or cause cor-
rosion.
•
Only move the only when it has cooled down completely; risk of burns or of fire! The
same applies to the storage of the product.
• For use in commercial institutions, the accident prevention regulations of the
Employer’s Liability Insurance Company are to be observed.
• In schools, educational centres, hobby and self-help workshops the operation of the
product is to be supervised by trained employees.
b) Filling
• The gas soldering iron must only be filled after it has cooled down completely; oth-
erwise, there is a risk of explosion!
• If the gas soldering iron is damaged, it must not be refilled! There is a risk of fire and
explosion!
•
Only fill your gas soldering iron with commercially available lighter gas and in a well ven-
tilated environment. Avoid naked flames (explosion hazard!).
Observe the manufacturer’s safety and operating instructions, when refilling the
empty gas cartridge.
• Stop the filling process immediately, if gas escapes. A gas-air mixture could arise
that could explode. Make sure that the room has been well ventilated before you
ignite the gas soldering iron or other sources of ignition.
• After filling, the gas soldering iron contains butane gas. Therefore, it must be kept
away from sources of heat and sunlight (>40°C); otherwise, there is a risk of explo-
sion!
• Do not remove or open the filling valves to allow the gas to escape. Risk of fire and
explosion!
1
2
3
5
4
6
7
8
To fill, proceed as follows:
• Turn the gas soldering iron so the filling valve (8) points vertically upwards.
• Attach the filling tip of the lighter gas cartridge vertically to the filling valve (8). If necessary,
use a suitable adapter (usually supplied with the lighter gas cartridge).
• Press the lighter gas cartridge down, on to the filling valve. The gas flows into the gas tank of
the gas soldering iron. End the procedure after 2 to 3 seconds.

Stop the filling process immediately, if gas escapes. A gas-air mixture could arise that
could explode. Make sure that the room has been well ventilated before you ignite the
gas soldering iron or other sources of ignition.
Wait for a few minutes after filling, before using the product, so the gas refill can sta-
bilise.
SOLDERING BIT (CATALYST BURNING)
The scope of delivery includes a soldering tip (4). The soldering tip (4) is screwed on the gas sol-
dering iron. Check firm seat of the soldering tip before using any soldering bit.
The gas burns without a flame due to the catalyst (5) inserted in the soldering bit (4). For this
reason, the flame must be extinguished after ignition.
Proceed as follows:
• Turn the gas soldering iron so the soldering tip points upwards.
• Adjust the amount of gas to medium, with the regulator for the gas flow (3).
• Slide the unlock button (2) towards the „ON“, so the catch engages. Gas is released, which
can clearly be heard hissing.
Directly afterwards the flint (1) must be used to ignite the gas. The flint can be pressed twice
or three times, to ensure safe ignition.
• Now extinguish the flame by briefly raising the gas amount using the gas flow regulator (3) until
the flame extinguishes and the catalyst (5) is glowing.
Gas continues to escape. The gas burns without a flame, due to the catalyst located inside the
soldering bit. The heat generated heats up the soldering tip after approx. 20-30 seconds, and
it can now be used for soldering.

There is an opening in the side of the catalyst (5). An orange glow must be visible
here, indicating that, at the catalyst, the gas is now „burning“ without a flame.
The soldering tip (4) must not be heated up over open flames since the soldering bit
would be damaged doing so.
Adjusting the gas flow
• The amount of gas released can be adjusted with the regulator (3).
• If the regulator is moved to the left (imprint „-“) (soldering tip pointing upwards or away from
you), the amount of gas, and hence the temperature of the soldering tip, is decreased.
• If the regulator is moved to the right (imprint „+“) (soldering tip pointing upwards or away from
you), the amount of gas, and hence the temperature of the soldering tip, is increased.
Switching off
• Slide the unlock button (2) to the left to position „OFF“.
• The gas valve closes, the gas is no longer released. A hissing noise should not be heard.
TIPS AND NOTES
• The stand foot (6) can be folded out of the grip during breaks. Place the gas soldering iron on
an even, stable surface! Use a suitable heat and fire resistant underlay (e.g. a ceramic tile).
• A small moist sponge in a small tray is suitable for cleaning the soldering tip. Moisten the
sponge well! Flux residues can now be easily removed by wiping the soldering tip on the wet
sponge.
DISPOSAL
Dispose of an unserviceable product in accordance with the relevant statutory
regulations.
TECHNICAL DATA
Temperatur soldering tip: . . . . . . .max. approx. 400 °C
Gas tank: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .approx. 5 ml
Operating time with 5 ml: . . . . . . .approx. 20 min
Operating temperature: . . . . . . . .0 °C to +40 °C
Dimensions (L x W x H): . . . . . . .137 x 28 x 20 mm
These operating instructions are a publication by Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Str. 1, D-92240 Hirschau (www.conrad.com).
All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g. photocopy, microfilming, or the capture in electronic data pro-
cessing systems require the prior written approval by the editor. Reprinting, also in part, is prohibited.
These operating instructions represent the technical status at the time of printing. Changes in technology and equipment reserved.
© Copyright 2011 by Conrad Electronic SE.