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Temperature may reach as high as 480°C when unit is turned ON.
Do not use near paper, plastic, and flammable gases and materials.
Do not touch heated parts.
Do not touch metallic parts near the tip.
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Thermal Protector
The unit is equipped with auto shutoff ability when temperature
gets too high. The unit will automatically switch back ON when the
temperature has dropped to a safe level.
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Handle with Care
Never drop or sharply jolt the unit.
Contains delicate parts that may break if unit is dropped.
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Unplug the unit from the main power source if it will not be used for
a long period.
Turn off power during breaks, if possible.
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Use only genuine replacement parts.
Turnoff power and let unit cool down before replacing any parts.
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Soldering process produces smoke; use the equipment on well
ventilated place.
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Do not modify or alter the unit in any manner, particularly the
internal circuitry.
CAUTION:
Misuse can cause injury and other physical damage.
For your own safety, be sure to observe the following precautions.
CARE and SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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CARE AND USE OF THE TIP
CAUTION:
Never use file to remove residue from the tip.
1. Tip Temperature
— High temperature shortens tip life and may cause
thermal shock to other components. Always use the most appropriate
temperature when soldering.
2. Cleaning
— Always clean the soldering tip before using. Remove any
residual solder or flux that are still adhering to the tip. Use a clean and
moist cleaning sponge to remove unwanted residues. For better results our
Aoyue 98 and 128 tip cleaners are great alternatives for wet sponges that
cleans as good as wet sponges but does not lower tip temperature like wet
sponges. Contaminants on the tip have many detrimental effects which may
impact soldering performance — one being reduced heat conductivity.
3. After Use
— Always clean the tip. Coat it with fresh solder after use.
This protects the tip against oxidation.
4.
Never allow the unit to stay idle at high temperature for long periods.
This makes the tip prone to oxidation. Turn OFF the power switch if it will
not be used for several hours. Unplug the main unit from the power source
if possible.
CLEANING THE TIP
IMPORTANT:
Performing this procedure extends life of the soldering tip.
1. Set the temperature to 250
o
C.
2. When the temperature has stabilized, clean the tip and check its
condition. Replace the tip if it is badly worn or appears to be deformed.
3. If the solder plated part of the tip is covered with black oxide, apply
fresh solder containing flux and clean the tip again. Repeat until all the
oxide is removed. Coat the tip with fresh solder afterwards.
4. Remaining oxides such as the yellow discoloration on the tip shaft can
be removed with isopropyl alcohol.
