Jbc Ale250 Auto Feed Soldering Iron Instruction Manual (+ PDF)

JBC ALE250 Auto Feed Soldering Iron Instruction Manual

Contents hide

1 Packing List

2 Features and Connections

3 Compatible Cartridges

4 Tool Assembly

5 Solder Wire Loading

6 Main Menu Screen

7 Solder Wire Feeding

8 Changing Cartridges

9 Replacing Guide Sets

15 Documents / Resources

15.1 References

16 Related Posts

Packing List

The following items are included:

Auto-Feed Soldering Iron : 1 unit
Manual : 1 unit

Features and Connections

Compatible Cartridges

ALE250 works with C250 cartridges. Find the model that best suits your soldering needs at
www.jbctools.com

Conical Bent
Chisel
Chisel Bent
Bevel

Tool Assembly

Connect the tool to the control unit following this steps:

Insert and push the guide nozzle until the end (1) and tighten the screw (2). Then connect the tool connector (3).

Solder Wire Loading

Pass the solder wire through the wire guidance and introduce the solder wire into the inlet nozzle (1) until it reaches the wheels (2).
Make sure the wire passes through the Intermediate Nozzle (5) and enters into the Guide Tube (6).

Main Menu Screen

Access to Main Menu by , select “Feeder Settings” (1) and then “Wire Diameter” (2) to adjust the value to the current solder wire diameter.

Tin Reloaded Process Screen

Select “Tin Reloaded Process” (1) and then use to feed the solder wire and advance until it comes out through the outlet nozzle. Keep pressed and after a while the wire will advance faster.

Solder Wire Feeding

Forward the solder wire by pushing the dragging button (4) until the wire comes out of the tip (5).

To feed the solder wire, alternatively the pedal P405 can be used. The pedal should be plugged in at the rear of the feeder control unit into the pedal connector.

Changing Cartridges

For a safe cartridge change, unplug the tool or turn the station off before following these guidelines:

Loosen the cartridge screw (1) to release the cartridge (2). Place a new one into the auto feed iron.

Important: It is essential to insert the cartridge till the end for a good connection. Use the mark as reference (3).

Align the tip of the cartridge with the guide nozzle (4) and tighten the cartridge screw (1)

Replacing Guide Sets

Once the tool is disconnected from the control unit and has cooled down, follow these instructions:
Disassemble the outlet nozzle (1) from the guide set.
Loosen the guide set screw (2), take out the guide set (3) and insert the desired one.
Put the outlet nozzle (1) back on again. Leave a gap of 8 to 10 mm (0.31 to 0.39 in) between the cartridge tip and the outlet nozzle (4).

Once the guide nozzle length is adjusted tighten the guide set screw (2).

Accessories

GALE Guide Kits for ALE250

References for GALE Guide Kits without Solder Wire Perforation

Solder Wire 0 range of use	Guide Kit Ref.	Guide Set Ref.	Outlet Nozzle Ref.	Nozzle Ref.	Traction wheelx Ref.	Support wheel Ref.	Inlet nozzle Ref.	Interm. Nozzle Ref.	Counter Wheel Ref.	Screw Ref.	Headless Screw Ref.
0.38 – 0.40 mm i 0.015 – 0.016 in	G ALEO4D-A	^0028358	0025268	0021158	0019479 0.90 – 1.10 mm in	0020345	0019520	0024954	26693	0026695 (x2)	0026696 (x3)
0.46 – 0.56 mm 0.018 – 0.022 in	^GALEO5D-A		0025268			0019519		0024954
0.60 – 0.64 mm i 0.023 – 0.025 in	G ALEO6D-A		0022994			0019519		0025293
0.70 – 0.78 mm i 0.028 – 0.031 in	G ALEO7D-A	0028359	0025289			0019480	0018632	0025291
0.80 – 0.82 mm 0.032 – 0.033 in i	G ALEO8D-A	0028359	0025270					0024955
0.036 – 0.044	G ALE10D-A	0028360	0021560					0024956
1.14 – 1.27 mm i 0.045 – 0.051 in	G ALE12D-A	0028361	0025272			0019481		0024957
^{1.50 – 1.57 mm}0.060 – 0.063 in i	A G LE15D-A	0028362	0025274			0019481		0024958
^{1.60 – 1.63 mm} i 0.063 – 0.065 in	A G LE16D-A	0028363	0025276			0028367		0024959
1.80 mm 0.073 in	GALEI8D-A	0028363	0021559			0028367		0024960

References for GALE Guide Kits with Solder Wire Perforation

Solder Wire Ø range of use	Guide Kit Ref.	Guide Set Ref.	Outlet nozzle Ref.	Nozzle Ref.	Guide Wheel Ref.	Blade Ref.	Blade Clamp Ref.	Inlet nozzle Ref.	Interm. Nozzle Ref.	Counter Wheel Ref.	Screw Ref.	Headless Screw Ref.
0,8 mm 0,032 in	GALE08V-A	0028358	0025270	0021158	0021696	0021555	0018638	0018632	0024955	0026693	0026695 (x2)	0026696 (x3)
1,0 mm 0,040 in	GALE10V-A	0028359	0021560		0021699			0019170	0024956	0026693
1,2 mm 0,047 in	GALE12V-A	0028360	0025272		0023738			0019171	0024957	0026694
1,5 mm 0,059 in	GALE15V-A	0028361	0025274		0019696			0019171	0024958
1,6 mm 0,063 in	GALE16V-A	0028363	0025276		0025922			0024233	0024959

Fume Extractor

Ref. F4468 – 2 m (78.74 ft) lenght.
The fume extractor for AL250 is an easy & safe solution to suck the fume generated at the solder joint

Maintenance

Before carrying out maintenance, always unplug the stand and the tool.
Check periodically that the metal parts of the tool and the stand are clean to ensure detection of the tool when it is in the stand. Use a damp cloth or alcohol.
Periodically check all cables and tubes connections.
Replace any defective or damaged pieces. Use original JBC spare parts only. Repairs should only be performed by a JBC authorized technical service.

Safety

It is imperative to follow safety guidelines to prevent electric shock, injury, fire or explosion.

Do not use the tool for any purpose other than soldering or rework.
The power cord must be plugged into approved bases. Be sure that it is properly grounded before use. When unplugging it, hold the plug, not the wire.
The tool should be placed in the stand when not in use in order to activate the sleep mode.
The soldering tip, the metal part of the tool and the stand may still be hot even when the station is turned off. Handle with care, including when adjusting the stand position.
Avoid the contact of flux with skin or eyes to prevent irritation.
Be careful with the fumes produced when soldering.
Keep your workplace clean and tidy. Wear appropriate protection glasses and gloves when working to avoid personal harm.
Utmost care must be taken with liquid tin waste which can cause burns.
This appliance can be used by children over the age of eight and also persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience provided that they have been given adequate supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance and understand the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance.
Maintenance must not be carried out by children unless supervised.

Specifications

ALE250
Auto-Feed Soldering Iron
Ref.: ALE250-A

Total Net Weight: 148 gr / 0.33 lb
Dimensions: 35 x 21 x 182 mm / 1.42 x 0.83 x 7.16 in
Solder Wire Diameter: Ø 1 mm / 0.039 in
Package Dimensions / Weight: 300 x 125 x 65 mm / 257 g
(L x W x H) 11.81 x 4.92 x 2.56 in / 0.57 lb

Complies with CE standards.
ESD safe

Warranty

JBC’s 2 year warranty covers this equipment against all manufacturing defects, including the replacement of defective parts and labour.

Warranty does not cover product wear or misuse. In order for the warranty to be valid, equipment must be returned, postage paid, to the dealer where it was purchased.

Get 1 extra year JBC warranty by registering here:
https://www.jbctools.com/productregistration/ within 30 days of purchase.

This product should not be thrown in the garbage.
In accordance with the European directive 2012/19/EU, electronic equipment at the end of its life must be collected and returned to an authorized recycling facility.