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9. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem: LCD displays ‘Open Source’.
1. Ensure cartridge is properly seated.
2. Ensure animated box cursor ( ) is on desired output connector.
3. Tighten hand-piece connector to output connector.
Problem: Solder hand-piece tip cartridge does not heat up.
1. Replace tip cartridge.
2. If problem persists, replace hand-piece with known good hand-piece and insert new cartridge.
3. If cartridge heats up, replace non-functioning hand-piece.
Problem: Low power operation of the unit.
Check input power to the unit. The unit can draw up to 10A of current at 110V.
Do not plug into power sources such as power strips that are rated less than 10A.
Multiple high current devices plugged into the same electrical circuit can cause low power operation,
distribute high current devices among multiple circuits or increase the electrical circuit capacity.
Problem: Power indication meter displays maximum power without variance when both channels are
operated simultaneously and one tip cartridge does not heat.
1. Ensure cartridges are properly seated.
2. Tighten hand-piece connector to output connector.
3. Replace tip cartridge in left hand-piece with known good tip cartridge.
4. If problem persists, Replace tip cartridge in right hand-piece with known good tip cartridge.
10. Safety
With power applied, the tip temperature can be > 300°C. Failure to observe the following
precautions may lead to injury to users or damage the equipment:
Do not touch any metallic parts of the hand-piece
Do not use near flammable items
Do not use unit for any function other than described in this manual
Use only genuine Metcal replacement parts
Use in a well ventilated area or with fume extraction
Do not use the equipment with wet hands
Connect only to properly grounded outlets to prevent risk of electric shock.
Always place hand-piece back into the work stand to prevent accidental burning of oneself or
surrounding objects.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Although the systems offer superior EOS (Electrical Overstress) protection, periodic checks of the
instrument cord should be incorporated into standard operator maintenance procedures.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive - WEEE (2002/96/EC).
When this product is no longer required, if it cannot be re-used, we ask our customers not to
dispose of it as unsorted municipal waste but to appropriately recycle the product. In Europe, please
contact your OK International distributor who can advise the recycling options available
(
www.okinternational.com
).
WARNING
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