ASE-4313 Soldering Rework Station

Specifications:

• Power 1100 watts
• Independent work sections
• Lock mode temperature
• Energy-saving mode
• Temperature control buttons
• Auto Transition to sleep
• Auto off
• Digital temperature calibration
• Brushless motor
• Auto-cooling system
• Built-in a powerful vacuum pump
• Temperature sensor at the tip
• Backlight function
• Soldering iron 90 W power range t = 200C - 480°C
• Heat Gun: t = the range of 100°C - 500°C, throughput 120 l/min, power of 1000 watts
• Desoldering: supply voltage 12 V, power 90 W, 600 mmHg, capacity up to 150 l/min, range of t = 200°C - 480°C.

Standard accessories:

• Multifunctional control unit – 1 piece.
• Soldering iron with a stand – 1 set.
• Desoldering iron with a stand – 1 set.
• Heat gun (connected with the control unit) - 1 piece.
• Heat-resisting gripper for tips replacement - 1 piece.
• Air filter - 1 piece.
• Set of vacuum suctions (suction cups) for the heat gun - 1 piece.
• Drill: 1.5 mm - 1 piece.
• Pin for nozzle cleaning - 1 piece.
• Set of 10 pins for nozzle cleaning - 1 piece.
• Desoldering iron tips - 2 pcs.
• Heat gun nozzle ( Ø 5 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm) - 3 pcs.
• Power cable - 1 piece.
• Grounding wire with an alligator clip - 1 piece.
• Replaceable filters set - 1 set.

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Controls of ASE-4313 Soldering Rework Station

Safety instructions

Take care of yourself!

1. Please read user manual carefully before using the instrument.
2. Do not use the device if there is visible damage.
3. Repair and maintenance of the device can be done only by a qualified specialist of the service center.
4. Before connecting the instrument to the electrical network, observe all known precautions, and make sure that the grounding system is to avoid electric shock.
5. Use only those accessories that are intended for use with this device.
6. While working, do not touch the metal parts near the tip of the soldering iron.
7. After completion of the work, it is necessary to install the soldering gun in the regular holder of the soldering gun.

Parameters setting of AKTAKOM ESD-Safe ASE-4313 Temperature Controlled Soldering and SMD Rework Station

Entering the menu

1. Power off the device.
2. Press and hold “INFO” and “VACUUM” keys simultaneously and turn on the power switch. At first the LCD will show “[” and then “---”. This means the station requires the password. You may enter the settings menu only if you use the correct password.
3. Enter the password: By pressing TEMP buttons enter a figure of the first digit. Then press VACCUM button to go to the second digit. After you set the second digit do the same with the third one.
4. There are two attempts given for the password entering. If you entered a wrong password both times the station will enter the operation state but you won’t be able to change auto power off time, temperature and air flow intensity.
5. If the password is correct the station will enter the menu where you may also change the current password for a new one.

Parameters setting

1. AKTAKOM ASE-4313 soldering station has three submenus: “-1-”, “-2-”, “-3-”. Any of these submenus can be selected with TEMP buttons. After you select the submenu press VACUUM button to enter it.
2. “-1-” submenu is used to make the station enter the operation mode after VACUUM pressing.
3. “-2-” submenu is used to adjust the sound signal.
4. “-3-” submenu is used to set the password. After you enter this submenu the display will show “---”.
5. To return to “-1-” menu, after you finish with parameters setting in “-2-” or “-3-”, press VACUUM button.

Sound signal adjustment

1. To adjust the sound signal press any TEMP button, select “-2-” in the menu then press VACUUM button. The display will show “SP”.
2. Using TEMP buttons select dynamic speaker sign. Its displaying means the sound signal is ON. If there is no such sign displayed, the sound signal is OFF.

Password

1. Using TEMP buttons select “-3-” submenu and press VACUUM button. After that the station will suggest you to enter a new password and you will see “---” on the display with first digit blinking.
2. Using TEMP buttons enter a figure of the first digit and press VACUUM button to confirm. The second and third figures are set the same way. After you enter this password the station will suggest you to repeat this new password to check its correctness.
3. In case these two attempts do not coincide press VACUUM button to get the station to “-1-” submenu.
4. If you entered the password for the second time correctly the station will accept this new password and display “OK”.

Setting of temperature and air flow intensity

Caution!

• You may change the temperature only after correct password entering (the password on default is “000”).
• Temperature and air flow intensity can be set in the data displaying mode only in one of three blocks of the soldering station.
• If in “TOOL1”, “TOOL2” or “TOOL3” modes the display shows “-”, the settings of the soldering station can’t be changed.
• If you switch off the power of the soldering station during the parameters setting such settings won’t be saved.

To set the parameters of any soldering station blocks you need to switch such block on first. If the block is OFF the display will show “-”. To switch it on press the relevant button - TOOL1, TOOL2 or TOOL3. After that the station will display the state of the selected block only and will be ready for parameters setting (temperature, air flow intensity and auto power off time). To change the temperature use TEMP button, for air flow intensity changing press AIR.

Temperature

TEMP↑ button increases the temperature by 1°C, TEMP↓ decreases it by 1°C, at the same time you may see the changes on the display. Keeping of any TEMP button pressed for 1 second or more will change the temperature very quickly.

Air flow

Press TOOL3 button then increase or decrease the air flow with AIR↑ or AIR↓ buttons accordingly, at the same time you may see the changes on the display. Keeping of any AIR button pressed for 1 second or more will change the air flow intensity very quickly.

Setting of auto power off time

1. To set auto power off time for the soldering block (it can be changed at 00 to 99 min. range) press TOOL1. Then keeping INFO button pressed you may change the time using TEMP buttons.
   “--” on the display will mean the soldering iron won’t be automatically powered off.
   “00” on the display – the soldering iron will be switched off right after it’s set on the holder.
   Any value of “01~99” range will mean the soldering iron will automatically go off after the preset time of nonuse.
2. To set auto power off time for the desoldering block: press TOOL2, then follow the similar steps described for the soldering block above.
3. To set auto power off time for the hot air gun (it can be changed at 0 to 999 sec. range) press TOOL3, then follow the similar steps described for the soldering block above.
   “---” on the display will mean the hot air gun won’t be automatically powered off.
   Any value of “001~999” range will mean the hot air gun will automatically go off after the preset time of nonuse.

Switching ON after nonuse

1. To switch on the soldering iron take it out of the holder. The soldering iron is ready for further work.
2. To switch on the desoldering iron take it and press the red switcher on it.
3. To switch on the surface mounting block take the hot air gun and press TOOL3 button.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I calibrate the temperature when operating AKTAKOM ASE-4313 soldering station?

Which temperature mode should be selected for desoldering iron when operating AKTAKOM ASE-4313 soldering station?

Why don’t the suction cups work when operating AKTAKOM ASE-4313 soldering station?

What do error messages mean when operating AKTAKOM ASE-4313 soldering station?

How to care and use of the soldering tip?

How to clean the tip?

What temperature should use for soldering?

Why a "de-tinned" tip fails to work?

How can I calibrate the temperature when operating AKTAKOM ASE-4313 soldering station?

You need to calibrate the temperature of AKTAKOM ASE-4313 soldering station after every replacement of the desoldering gun, nozzle or heating elements. To calibrate the temperature you need to enter the temperature digital value into the soldering station. Use a precise thermometer for the calibration. Temperature calibration is protected with the password. The following steps should be taken: Select a certain temperature value for the chosen tool (e.g. 300°C) After the temperature is stabilized you need to measure it with the thermometer and put down the readings. In the state display mode of only one of the tools press TOOL1, TOOL2 or TOOL3 and, while keeping it pressed, you need to press both TEMP↑ and TEMP↓ buttons simultaneously. The soldering station will enter the temperature calibration mode of that tool that you have chosen for calibration. For 2 seconds you will see “CAL” symbol on the screen, then ASE-4313 soldering station will suggest you to enter the temperature value. After that one of the digits will be blinking, you need to specify the temperature. Press VACUUM button. At this step you finish the temperature entrance If the calibration process is successfully passed you will see “OK” message on the display and after that the soldering station will return to an ordinary operation mode. Up

Which temperature mode should be selected for desoldering iron when operating AKTAKOM ASE-4313 soldering station?
If you choose the desoldering iron (TOOL2) specify the PCB temperature in accordance with the following rules: 280…350 °C for one-sided PCB; 320…400 °C for PCB with through holes; 350…450 °C for multilayer PCB. Up

Why don’t the suction cups work when operating AKTAKOM ASE-4313 soldering station?
Vacuum suctions of AKTAKOM ASE-4313 soldering station don’t work if at this moment the desoldering unit is operating. Up

What do error messages mean when operating AKTAKOM ASE-4313 soldering station?

When there are some problems with any of the soldering station units you will see the following messages on the display depending on the situation: S - E — Sensor error: this message appears in case the sensor, or anything in the sensing circuit, is out of order. At this moment the power from the defective unit will be switched off. H - E — Heating elements error: this message appears if there is something wrong with the heating element. At this moment the power from the defective unit will be switched off. ERR — motor component error: it appears when the air heater is out of order. Up

How to care and use of the soldering tip?

High soldering temperatures can degrade the tip. Use the lowest possible soldering temperature. The excellent thermal recovery characteristics ensure efficient and effective soldering event at low temperatures. This also protects the sensitive components from thermal damage. Clean the tip regularly with a cleaning sponge, as oxides and carbides from the solder and flux can form impurities on the tip. These impurities can result in defective joints or reduce the tip's heat conductivity. When using the soldering iron continuously, be sure to loosen the tip and remove all oxides least once a week. This helps to prevent reduction of the tip temperature. Never leave the soldering iron sitting at high temperature for long periods of time, as the tip's solder plating will be covered with oxide, which can greatly reduce the tip's heat conductivity. Wipe the tip and coat it with fresh solder after use. This helps to prevent tip oxidation. Up

How to clean the tip?

Caution! Never file the tip to remove oxide. Set the temperature to 250°C. When the temperature stabilizes, clean the tip with the cleaning sponge and check the condition of the tip. If there is black oxide on the solder-plated portion of the tip, apply new solder (containing flux) and wipe the tip on the cleaning sponge. Repeat until the oxide is completely removed. Coat with new solder. The solder protects the tip from oxidation and prolongs the life of the tip. If the tip is deformed or heavily eroded, replace it with a new one. Up

What temperature should use for soldering?
600°- 650°F (316°- 343°C) is a good place to start for lead-based solder and 650°- 700°F (343°- 371°C) for lead-free solder. Note: if clots form, the temperature is too low. Up

Why a "de-tinned" tip fails to work?

A de-tinned tip is one which cannot wet with solder. This exposes the plating to oxidation and degrades the heat transfer efficiency of the tip. The de-tinning is caused by: 1) Failure to keep the tip covered with fresh solder while not in use. 2) High tip temperatures. 3) Insufficient melting in soldering operations. 4) Wiping the tip on dirty or dry sponges and rags (Always use a clean, wet, industrial grade, sulfur-free sponge). 5) Impurities in the solder, iron plating, or on the surfaces to be soldered. Up