JBC ALE Automatic Feed Soldering Station
This Plug & Play Guide corresponds to the following references:
Packing List
1 With Solder Wire Perforation
Note:
A solder wire guide kit is included inside the control unit package and the guide wheels are already installed in the control unit. Other soler wire guide kits for other solder wire diameters are available at www.jbctools.com/solder-wire-guide-product-2098.html
GALExxV
Solder Wire Guide Kit for ALE250 with perforation
GALExxD
Solder Wire Guide Kit for ALE250
The following items are included in all purchased station references (1 unit of each item):
2 Without Solder Wire Perforation
The following items are included in all purchased station references (1 unit of each item):
Installation
Before you can start working, the solder reel* must be attached and the tool stand, the soldering iron and the power cord connected to the control unit. Follow the assembly steps in this P&P Guide.
Note: The solder diameter must match the ALE model purchased. Make sure the solder wire diameter is compatible with the wheels already installed in the ALE control unit.
Tools Needed
The required tools are located on the control unit.
Step 1 Solder Reel Assembly
Loosen the reel locking screw (1) and remove the reel locking from the axis (2).
Assemble the solder reel onto the axis (3).
Assemble the solder reel in such a way – when viewed from above – that the solder wire unwinds on the dispensing mechanism side (4).
Then pass the solder wire through the wire guidance (5).
Step 2 Reel Locking Assembly
To assemble the reel locking, its conical side must be pointing downwards (1).
Make sure that the reel locking screw is slightly backed out and does not collide with the axis (2).
Align the flat side of the axis with the inner flat side of the reel locking (3) and assemble the reel locking to the axis (4).
Note: To prevent the solder reel from spinning freely or binding, gently press the reel locking down, but only enough to allow the solder reel to rotate freely, before tightening the reel locking screw (5).
Step 3 Cartridge Assembly
For a safe cartridge assembly change, make sure that the tool is unplugged and the cartridge has cooled down. Loosen the cartridge set screw (1) and insert the cartidge up to its mark 
(2). Important: It is essential to insert the cartridge completely for a good connection. Adjust the tip direction (3) and tighten the cartridge set screw (1).
Step 4 Guide Set Assembly
- Loosen the guide tube set screw (opposite direction to that indicated on the tool casing) (1) and insert the guide set.
- Adjust the guide tube length (2). Leave a gap of 5 to 7 mm (0.197 to 0.276 in) between the tip and the outlet nozzle (3).
- If necessary adjust the cartridge tip direction (4) to match the point where the wire will come out. To do this, open the cartridge set screw and tighten it when it is done (5).
- Once the guide tube set position is adjusted tighten the guide tube set screw (1).
- For a better handling use the clips (6) to band the guide tube and the tool cable together
Step 5 Tool Assembly
Connect the tool to the control unit following these steps:
Loosen the set screw (1), insert and push the guide nozzle until it stops (2) and tighten the set screw (1).
Then plug in the tool connector (3).
Step 6 Stand, Pedal and Power Cord Installation
At the rear side of the control unit plug in the stand cable, the pedal cable and power cord.
Step 7 Station Set Up
Hold up the tool or leave it in the tool holder and switch the station on
. Be careful, cartridge tip will get very hot. Change the wire diameter by accessing to main menu pressing,
selecting “Feeder Settings” (1) and then “Wire Diameter” (2) to adjust the value to the current solder wire diameter
Important:
For correct operation, the diameter of the chosen solder wire must match that of the guide kit and its components (wheels, clamps and nozzles) assembled to the ALE. Guide kits for different wire diameters are available at JBC’s web site, accessible via this QR code
Step 8 Solder Wire Loading
Make sure that the solder wire passes through the solder wire guidance (1). Introduce the solder wire into the inlet nozzle (2) until it reaches the wheels (3).
Select “Tin Reloaded Process” (1) and then press and hold 
to feed the solder wire and advance until it comes out through the outlet nozzle. If needed, carefully push the wire until it gets locked in between the rotating wheels for the wire to start moving forward. Keep pressed and after a while the wire will advance faster.
Make sure the wire passes through the intermediate nozzle (4) and enters the guide tube (5).
Solder Wire Feeding
Forward the solder wire pushing any of the two dragging buttons (1) until the wire comes out of the outlet nozzle (2). More convenient handling thanks to its two dragging buttons The component layout or application angle may require working in different positions. Having one button on each side of the tool increases adaptability and makes it easier to reach difficult solder joints without compromising user comfort.
Working with Pedal
Alternatively, solder wire can also be fed using pedal P405. The pedal should be plugged in at the rear of the feeder control unit into the pedal connector
Step 9 Solder Wire Unloading
With Solder Wire Perforation
To unload perforated solder wire that has already passed through the guide tube, cut the wire between the wire guidance and the inlet nozzle (1). To extract the wire out of the tool and the guide tube, hold the tool on your hand and press until the wire stops moving forward. Grasp the wire coming out of the outlet nozzle with a pliers and pull from it until it is completely out.
Without Solder Wire Perforation
When using a kit without solder wire perforation, press 
until the wire is completely wound to unload the solder wire. It is best to rotate the reel by hand as the wire is being pulled back in order to keep it neatly arranged on the reel. Or, if preferred, proceed as described above for perforated solder wire unloading.
Step 9 Control Process
Feeder Setting Modes
Depending on the selected mode, different parameters are available for “Feeder Settings”. Choose between “continuous”, “discontinuous” and “program” mode. Access to Main Menu by pressing
, select “Feeder Settings” (1) and then “Mode” (2). For more details see ALE control Unit Manual or JBC Web www.jbctools.com/auto-feed-stations.html
Access to ALE control unit product page
ALE control unit instruction manual can be downloaded from the product page accessible via this QR code
Specifications
Warranty
Information regarding the warranty of each product can be found on the final page of its instruction manual.
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 authorised recycling facility
FAQ
- Q: Are additional solder wire guide kits available?
- A: Yes, additional solder wire guide kits for different solder wire diameters are available on the JBC website at www.jbctools.com/solder-wire-guide-product-2098.html
- Q: How do I know which control unit reference is included with my purchased station?
- A: One of the listed control unit references is included according to the purchased station reference. Check the packaging contents for details.
Documents / Resources
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JBC ALE Automatic Feed Soldering Station [pdf] Owner's Manual ALE-908VB, ALE-108VB, ALE-208VB, ALE-904B, ALE-104B, ALE-204B, ALE-910B, ALE-110B, ALE-210B, ALE Automatic Feed Soldering Station, ALE, Automatic Feed Soldering Station, Feed Soldering Station, Soldering Station |