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read the EntirE iMpOrtant SaFEty inFOrMatiOn section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
tool Set up
tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury FrOM acciDEntaL OpEratiOn:
Make sure that the trigger is in the off-position and unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section.
note:
For additional information regarding the parts listed in the
following pages, refer to
Parts List and Diagram
on page 10.
1. Using a wrench (sold separately),
check that the Soldering Tip Nuts are
not loose. Do not overtighten.
2. The Soldering Gun comes with three Soldering
Tips for different applications. Select desired
Soldering Tip and install following soldering tip
replacement directions outlined in the
Maintenance
and Servicing
section on page 8.
Workpiece and Work area Set up
1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit.
The work area must not allow access by children
or pets to prevent distraction and injury.
2. Route the power cord along a safe route to reach
the work area without creating a tripping hazard or
exposing the power cord to possible damage. The
power cord must reach the work area with enough
extra length to allow free movement while working.
3. Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps
(not included) to prevent movement while working.
4. There must not be objects, such as utility lines,
nearby that will present a hazard while working.
5. If wires are to be soldered, thoroughly clean or
scrape the wires so that only the clean metal
is showing, then make the wire splice.
6. If other objects are to be soldered, thoroughly
clean or scrape the metal surfaces. It may
be necessary to apply acid flux (not included)
to the metal surfaces before soldering.
notice:
If soldering on printed circuit boards, too
much heat can soften the plastic form and loosen
the metal eyelet connections. Use minimal heat,
or solder with a low wattage soldering pencil.
Never use acid-core solder on wiring circuits.
note:
Users who are new to soldering may
find it helpful to practice soldering on scrap
wires and splices prior to actual use.
General Operating instructions
1. Set the Soldering Gun on a fireproof workbench
away from all flammable materials and plug
the Power Cord into an electrical outlet.
2. Press on the Trigger until the
Soldering Tip heats up.
3. Apply a sufficient amount of rosin-core solder
to melt over the entire Soldering Tip. Wipe the
tip with a rag until the tip is clean and shiny.
4. Brush on solder flux, as needed, to the workpiece.
Place the Soldering Tip to the joint, wiring
splice, or metal to be soldered.
5. Apply solder to the wire splice or metal
to be soldered, not the Soldering Tip.
When the splice or metal is hot enough, it
will melt the solder causing it to flow within
the splice or between the metal surfaces.
6. When the solder has flowed over the entire
wire splice or metal surface, remove the
Soldering Tip and release the Trigger.
7. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and
unplug it after use. Clean, then store the
tool indoors out of children’s reach.
