Maintenance
Daily
1. Close the valve on the handpiece and turn the unit on. Let the unit run for 20 seconds.
You do not need to light the flame. Turn the machine off and open the valve on the
handpiece to release pressure. Check the flux level gauge. The level should be between
the minimum and maximum mark.
2. If necessary, add flux. Unscrew the cap on the flux chamber. For best results, add flux
in small amounts (approximately 1 ounce at a time) until the gauge reads between the
minimum and maximum mark. Be careful not to overfill. This can lead to moisture in the
line and flooding of the system.
3. Check the distilled water level. Add distilled water if the level is below the minimum
mark. Add distilled water slowly and watch the level gauge.
Use
distilled water
only.
Tap
water contains impurities that can affect the performance of your unit.
4. Check the clear hose for any condensation that may have occurred. If condensation is
present, turn the unit off and disconnect the hose at the rear check valve. Drain all fluid
out of the hose. If possible, dry the hose using compressed air. Thoroughly dry the
handpiece.
Weekly
1. Clean tips by placing them in an ultrasonic cleaner for a few minutes. For better
results, clean tips using a steam cleaner.
2. Check the filter material in the dryer chamber for contaminants or moisture. If the filter
shows signs of moisture or contaminants, remove it. Wear rubber gloves when doing this
since the filter may contain traces of the caustic electrolyte. Replace the filter material
taking care not to pack it too tightly. For best results, the filter should be changed after
every 30 operating hours, regardless of appearance.
3. Check the flux in the chamber. If the flux shows signs of contaminants, or if the flame
color has changed or weakened during the week, change the flux. Suction out old flux
using a turkey baster. Wipe the inside of the chamber dry with a towel or rag. Refill the
chamber with fresh flux.
Monthly
1. Clean the sintered metal check-valve in the torch handpiece. Unscrew the handpiece at
the base near the black "O" ring. If the cylindrical check-valve does not come right out,
tap the open of the torch into the palm of your hand. The filter will dislodge and fall out.
Clean this under a steam cleaner for 1 minute or in an ultrasonic cleaner for 5 minutes.
2. Check the gaskets on the inside of the caps for any wear and tear.
