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Maintenance
Unit
1. Keep the unit plugged into a GROUNDED outlet at all times during
operation.
2. Keep the unit and all components free from dirt, debris, and liquid at
all times.
3. Make sure the power cord is plugged in correctly and safely off the
floor to prevent accidents.
4. Keep all cords in the immediate workspace and avoid letting them
hang off the side of a table or bench top.
5. Wipe the unit down, when needed, with a dry, static-free cloth.
Soldering Tip Care
1. For first use, allow the tip to rise to a stable temperature. Clean the
tip on the damp sponge and tin the tip (apply a small amount of
fresh solder to the tip).
2. Never hit the soldering iron or tip on anything to remove excess
solder.
3. Do not use extreme temperature with the soldering iron tips, doing
so will shorten the life span of the tip.
4. Clean the tip before each use, using the copper cleaning brush for
better temperature stability during cleaning.
5. Always clean and re-tin the tip after each use. This will aid in the
prevention of oxidation on the tip and help extend the life span.
6. Do not allow the soldering iron or the tips to sit idle at high
temperatures for extended periods of time.
7. Never use a file or other abrasive materials to remove oxidation
from the tips.
8. To remove oxidation, simply flood the tip with fresh solder and wipe
it clean on the damp sponge or copper cleaning pad. This may need
to be repeated several times for badly oxidized parts.
9. To remove the yellowing on the tip shaft, which is perfectly normal
especially after first use, clean with 90% Isopropyl alcohol.
Install/Remove Soldering Iron Tip
1. Turn off the power to the unit and unplug from the power source.
2. Allow the soldering iron and tip to reach room temperature.
3. Loosen the nut at base of the metallic shaft of the soldering iron.
4. Slide the metallic tube off of the soldering iron and tip.
5. Slide the tip off of the heating element.
6. Repeat in the reverse order for installation.
Do not overtighten the
nut on the soldering iron.
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