8
Tip Temperature
If the tip temperature is too high, it decreases the life of the tip. So
we suggest you to use the lowest *possible* tip temperature when
soldering. This not only prolong life of the tip, it also quickens heat
recovery and decreases harm to sensitive components.
Cleaning
The soldering iron tip should be cleaned after use by wiping it on
the damp sponge found in the soldering iron stand, this is to get rid of
burnt solder or fluxes that causes oxidation on the tip. If the tip has
oxidation, apply solder and wipe using the damp sponge, repeat these
steps until oxidation is removed.
Regular cleaning is also needed when tips are used for prolonged
period of time (remove tip from soldering iron and clean it once a
week). The solder tips are chrome electroplated on the surface and
should be bright silver with no flux residue or solder on it. If the tip
shows disfiguration or has rust on it. Change the tip.
When Not in Use
If a soldering iron does not have a thin consistent layer or solder
over the entire surface, the tip has not been properly tinned. When you
are not using your iron, make sure you leave a large lump of solder on
the tip. This maintains the tinning on the tip, and the tip will last much
longer. Many technicians mistakenly clean the tip before they put the
iron into the holder. Leave the solder on the tip to protect it.
SOLDER TIP CARE and MAINTENANCE
Remember to tin the tip after cleaning in preparation for the next use.
9
HAND PIECE ASSEMBLY
The hand piece may be disassembled for troubleshooting and
repair:
1.
Turn off main station and unplug from power source.
2.
Detach the Soldering Iron Receptacle (
“
15”
) from the main unit.
3.
Turn the Copper Nut, (
“1”
) counter clockwise to loosen it.
4.
Pull out the Tip Enclosure (
“2”
), the Solder Tip (
“3”
as ) , and the
Tip Lock (“4” ).
5.
Turn the Plastic Nut (
“5”
) counter clockwise to release it from the
main body.
6.
Push out the Heating Element (
“6”
) via the wire Cord (
“14”
).
Follow these steps to reassemble the hand piece:
1.
Slide in hand piece PCB into the main handle. Be sure to secure the PCB
in the notch at the mouth of the main handle.
2.
Attach the front module “5” to the main handle.
3.
Slide in the Tip holder “4”. Make sure the smaller end is inserted first as
seen in the illustration below.
4.
Insert the soldering iron tip “3” as seen below.
5.
Secure the tip by inserting the tip enclosure “2” and nut ”1” securely.
6.
Reattach the hand piece plug “15” to the receptacle at the main station.
7.
Recalibrate the soldering iron, see guide on tip care and maintenance
section of this manual.
