BASETech 1553055 Notice D'emploi page 18

• Always lay the cables so that nobody can trip over or become entangled in them. This poses a risk of
injury.
• Never use the product immediately after it has been brought from a cold room into a warm one. The
condensation generated may destroy the product. Allow the product to reach room temperature before
connecting it and putting it to use. This may take several hours.
c) Persons and product
• Do not cover or fasten any items to the soldering station. This constitutes a fire hazard!
• Do not remove soldering residue from the soldering tip by tapping on the housing of the soldering station,
as this may damage the soldering iron (heating element) and soldering station.
• The soldering iron must not get damp or wet. If you wish to use a damp sponge to wipe the soldering tip,
it must be inserted into the corresponding opening on the soldering iron holder.
• Never use the soldering iron to heat up liquids.
• If you do not plan to use the product for an extended period (e.g. storage), unplug the mains socket to
disconnect the product from the supply.
• Store the product in a secure place out of the reach of children.
• Always comply with the accident prevention regulations for electrical equipment when using the product
in industrial facilities.
d) Occupational safety
• Never solder live electrical components or parts. Always disconnect these components from the power
supply beforehand.
• Caution! Touching or soldering capacitors (or similar components) or leads/cables that are connected
to capacitors may cause a fatal electric shock! Capacitors may stay charged for several hours after you
switch off the power supply!
• Depending on the workpiece or soldering method, the workpiece must be fixed in place with a suitable
clamping device. This enables you to use both hands for the soldering process.
• Keep your workstation clean.
• Ensure that there is sufficient lighting.
• Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation when soldering. Soldering and flux vapours can be harmful to
your health.
• Wash your hands thoroughly after working with solder. This is particularly important when using lead-
based solder.
• Do not put solder into your mouth or eat or drink during the soldering process.
• Wear suitable protective clothing and safety goggles when soldering.
• Liquid/splashing solder may cause serious burns or damage your eyes!
• Never use soldering flux, acid or similar aids when soldering. These materials can cause bad soldering
joints and may damage the soldering tip. For best results, use a solder wire with a flux core.
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