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ISSUE
POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
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
website: www.XTronicUSA.com.
Tip is not
heating up
as expected
• Ensure the soldering iron is not damaged and in good
working condition.
• The soldering tip could be oxidized, it is important to
always tin the tip and keep it clean. See Soldering Tip
Preparation on page 5.
• The heating element may need to be replaced.
Replacements can be purchased on our website: www.
XTronicUSA.com.
Note: Running the soldering iron in the 600°F ~ 650°F / 315°C ~ 343°C
range, which is the normal temperature range for most soldering
applications, the heating element should last for 6 to 12 months
depending on hours of use.
SOLDERING TIP PREPARATION
• Keep the soldering tip properly tinned. Always use solder with
sufficient rosin flux or the tip will oxidize. A well tinned tip will be
bright all over when hot, with no dull or discolored spots.
• To tin the soldering iron tip:
1. Plug in the iron and allow it to reach solder melt temperature.
2. Flood the tip with solder and let it stand for one minute.
3. Apply more solder to the tip, allow it to idle for one or two more
minutes, wipe it lightly on the sponge. Do not remove all of the
solder, but use the sponge to remove excess solder and wipe
solder onto non-tinned areas.
• Do not file or attempt to reshape the tip. This will destroy the plating
and shorten tip life. Do not use chloride and acid fluxes; they will also
shorten tip and heater life.
• For maximum tip life, always apply solder to the heated connections
or joints. Repeated application of solder directly to the tip will shorten
the tip life.
WARNING: Do NOT use anti-seize or any other lubricant on the tip
retainer or heater of the soldering iron.
