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7. Use the appropriate soldering tool.
Don't use a soldering tool whose performance is not adequate for your work. Never use the
soldering tool for purposes for which is was not designed.
8. Wear suitable work cloths.
There is a danger of burning yourself with liquid solder. Wear the corresponding protective
clothing in order to protect yourself against burns.
9. Protect your eyes.
Wear protective eyewear. When working with bonding agents, it is particularly important to
observe the warning notices of the bonding agent manufacturer. Protect yourself against
spattering solder. There is a danger of burning yourself with liquid solder.
10. Use a soldering vapour suction device
If devices for solder vapour suction are available, ensure that these are connected and correctly
used.
11. Do not use the cord for purposes for which it is not designed.
Never carry the soldering tool by the cord. Don't use the cord to pull the power plug from the
socket. Protect the cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
12. Protect the work piece.
Use clamping devices to hold the work piece in place. This is more secure than using your
hands, and leaves both hands free to work with the soldering tool.
13. Avoid abnormal posture.
Set-up your work place with proper ergonomics. Avoid bad posture when working. Always
use the suitable soldering tool.
14. Take care of your soldering tool.
Keep the soldering tool clean for better and safer work. Follow the maintenance instructions
and the notices concerning changing the soldering tips. Regularly inspect all connected
cords and hoses. Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified technician. Use only
original WELLER replacement parts.
15. Remove the power plug from the socket before opening the unit.
16. Remove all maintenance tools .
Before switching on the unit, check that all maintenance tools have been removed from the
unit.
17. Avoid unexpected operation.
Make sure that the mains switch is turned off when inserting the plug into the socket or
connecting to mains. Don't hold a soldering tool which is connected to a mains supply while
touching the mains switch.
18. Pay attention.
Be careful of what you do. Work with caution. Don't use the soldering tool if you are not
concentrated on your work.
19. Inspect the soldering tool for any damage.
Before further use of the soldering tool, safety devices or slightly damaged parts must be
carefully checked for error-free and intended operation. Inspect moving parts for error-free
operation and that they don't bind, or whether any parts are damaged. All parts must be
properly mounted and all requirements fulfilled for guaranteed error-free operation of the
soldering tool. Damaged safety devices and parts must be repaired or replaced by a qualified
technician, so long as nothing else is indicated in the Operation Manual.
20. Attention
Use only accessories or attachments which are listed in the accessories list of the Operation
Manual. Use only WELLER accessories or attachments on original WELLER equipment. Use
of other tools and other accessories can lead to a danger of injury.
21. Repairs to your soldering tool should be carried out by qualified technician
This soldering tool is in accordance with the relevant safety regulations. Repairs should only
be carried out by a qualified electrician using original WELLER replacement parts. Failure to
do so can lead to accidents for the operator.
22. Do not work on electrically live parts.
The grip of antistatic designed soldering tools is conductive.
23. Applications with other WELLER equipment
If the soldering tool is to be used together with other WELLER equipment and attachments,
also observe the warning notices given in the corresponding Operation Manual.
24. Observe the valid safety regulations for your work place.
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