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INITIAL SET-UP

1.  Unpack all of the contents of the X-Tronic #5040-XR3 kit.
2.  Inspect the unit and accessories for any damage. If damage is 

detected, please contact X-Tronic immediately.

3.  Assemble the hands-free telescopic hot air gun holder

Thumb Screw

U-Shaped Bracket

L-Bracket

Silver Retaining 

Collar

Vertical Hot Air 

Gun Holder

Metal Rod

Note: The Vertical Hot Air Gun Holder and Silver Retaining Collar will be 

further up on the Metal Rod when fully assembled.

a.  Slide the silver retaining collar onto the metal rod. Install one of 

the small dark gray screws into the hole on the silver retaining 

collar to secure its placing on the metal rod.

b.  Attach the L-bracket to the bottom of the metal rod using the 

large silver screw.

c.  Attach the L-bracket and rod assembly to the back of the unit 

using the 2 holes in the lower center and 2 of the smaller dark 

gray screws.

d.  Secure the rod to the back of the unit using the U-shaped 

bracket and the last two of the smaller dark gray screws.

e.  Slide the vertical hot air gun holder assembly over the rod 

and secure it with the included thumb screw. Adjust the silver 

retaining collar so it is just below the hot air gun holder assembly 

to provide additional support.

f.  Insert the 4 black thumb screws into the adjustable rail system 

around the IR Preheating Plate.

4.  Attach the soldering iron to the unit using the soldering iron 

connection.

5.  Place the soldering iron into the soldering iron holder.

Summary of Contents for 5040-XR3

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Page 3: ...10 Celsius Fahrenheit Conversion 10 Automatic Manual Mode 10 Calibration Function 11 Maintenance 14 Unit 14 Soldering Tip Preparation Care 14 Changing the Soldering Tip 15 Install Remove Hot Air Nozz...

Page 4: ...K Airflow Type Brushless Fan Spiral Wind Airflow Volume 31 L min Temperature Range 212 F 896 F 100 C 480 C Temperature Stability 1 C Cord Length 39 4 in 100 cm SOLDERING IRON Temperature Range 392 F 8...

Page 5: ...t Air Gun 1 Soldering Iron Holder 1 Blue Wet Cleaning Sponge 1 Solder Roll Holder 1 Stainless Steel Anti static Tweezers 1 Wick De soldering Braid 1 IC Popper 4 Hot Air Nozzles Assorted Sizes Shapes 9...

Page 6: ...tense heat 3 Never use the soldering iron or the hot air gun near any flammable substance material or gas 4 Never touch the metallic components of the soldering iron or the hot air gun while they are...

Page 7: ...placing on the metal rod b Attach the L bracket to the bottom of the metal rod using the large silver screw c Attach the L bracket and rod assembly to the back of the unit using the 2 holes in the low...

Page 8: ...switch located on the back of the unit 12 Power on the unit a Soldering Iron i Attach the desired tip to the soldering iron ii Power on the soldering iron with the Iron power switch iii Adjust the so...

Page 9: ...l Hardwired 3 Soldering Iron Receptical 4 Power Switches a Soldering Iron b Hot Air Gun c IR Preheating Plate d Main Located on back of unit Not Pictured 5 Temperature Displays 6 Adjustment a Solderin...

Page 10: ...e on the soldering iron may discolor a bit due to the combination of the material composition and high heat This is perfectly normal and expected behavior Upon first use white smoke may be visible fro...

Page 11: ...etal area of the hot air gun to center and secure it in the assembly When using the hot air gun in the vertical holder the air flow must be turned up to at least 4 or higher the ENTIRE TIME the hot ai...

Page 12: ...This ensures that the hot air gun is not left running for long periods of time causing undo wear on the unit This is called Automatic Mode and is enabled for your safety The unit does have the option...

Page 13: ...larly used will affect the life of the heating element and can cause fatigue When a heating element begins to fatigue the heat that is transferred to the tip blowing air from the heating element will...

Page 14: ...When the calibrated temperature is set press the up and down buttons simultaneously to secure the adjusted temperature in memory and exit this mode IMPORTANT PLEASE READ Infrared IR Thermometers shoul...

Page 15: ...red thermometer aim it approximately three inches away from the end of the hot air gun If the temperature shown on the unit s display does not reflect the temperature shown on the tester continue with...

Page 16: ...ver when hot with no dull or discolored spots 2 To tin the iron do the following a Plug in the iron and allow it to reach solder melt temperature b Flood the tip with solder and let it stand for one m...

Page 17: ...dering iron 4 Tighten the metal tip retaining screw ring to snug the tip into place Do not over tighten the tip retaining screw 5 Plug the soldering iron AC cord into a grounded outlet to resume solde...

Page 18: ...rd and pull the heating element away from the board Please take note of the location of the wire thickness color for installation of new heating element see diagram below 5 On one side of the circuit...

Page 19: ...and unscrew the retaining cap pull the ergonomic grip down off the handle 3 Unscrew both of the screws at the base of the handle and separate the two handle sides 4 Pull the heating element out of the...

Page 20: ...and it should go into Sleep Mode S E Error The unit is no longer sensing the element the heating element may be cracked or worn out and needs to be replaced Replacements can be purchased on our websit...

Page 21: ...sufficient Airflow from Hot Air Gun Ensure there are no blockages in the nozzle or hot air gun shaft Adjust the air flow knob to a higher setting Contact X Tronic info on back cover Noisy unit Ensure...

Page 22: ...at 2159 Magnum Circle Lincoln Nebraska 68522 we extend this limited warranty only to the consumer who originally purchased the product in the United States the District of Columbia or Canada you It do...

Page 23: ...Y With respect to any defective product during the Initial Warranty Period we will in our sole discretion either a replace such product or the defective part free of charge or b refund the purchase pr...

Page 24: ...ur NEW Product Seal prior to shipment Our goal is to ensure Quality Completeness and Satisfaction for your order For Any Questions Problems or Compliments please call or email us If you would like to...

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