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TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. ver. OPERATION MANUAL TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED LEAD-FREE SOLDERING STATION RX-802AS KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Tips not included Tips sold separately WARNING Before using the soldering station, read the Operation Manual. Failure to follow the safety precautions and instructions in this manual could result in serious injury and property damage.
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TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. Safety Mark Definitions Following the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS in this manual will allow for the safe and proper use of the soldering station, and should protect the operator from injury and operators' property against damage. WARNING Failure to obey a safety warning could result in serious injury or death to yourself or to others.
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. 1 Table of Contents Table of Contents / Specifications ..............3 Introduction ................... 4 2.1 Unpacking ................... 4 2.2 Name of Parts ................... 5 2.3 Soldering Iron Stand ST-21 Instructions ..............7 3. Rules for Safe Operation ..................8 4. Operation Instructions ..................10 4.1 Changing the Set Temperature ..............
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. 2 Introduction Unpacking Please make sure that all the items listed below are included, and that the soldering station (control unit and soldering unit) function properly. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your goot distributor. Please store the packaging for future shipment or repair.
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. Name of Parts Operation Panel TEMP. ˚C RX-802 HEAT SLEEP LOCK Operation Panel TEMP. ˚C RX-802 HEAT Output Terminal for SLEEP Operation Panel Soldering Unit TEMP. ˚C LOCK RX-802 Cover HEAT SLEEP Output Terminal for LOCK Soldering Unit...
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TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. ■ Operation Panel ③ ① TEMP. ˚C RX-802 HEAT ④ SLEEP ② ⑤ LOCK ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ 1. HEAT lamp Lights up when the heater is ON. 2. SLEEP lamp Flashes while setting the SLEEP function. The flashing of the sleep lamp will increase 30seconds before entering SLEEP mode.
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. Soldering Iron Stand ST-21 Instructions WARNING lHigh temperatures. Handle with care. lTo avoid injury, do not touch the metal part of the stand. lTo prevent fire, do not use the ST-21 near flammable substances. CAUTION lAlways place the stand on a stable worktable, or other stable location, to prevent injury or accident from dropping it.
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. 3 Rules for Safe Operation WARNING The RX-802AS is an anti-static model. Be sure to properly ground the soldering station using a grounded receptacle to prevent electric shocks and anti-static. If it is not properly grounded, electric shocks will occur. As...
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TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. 7. USE STAND PROVIDED. Be sure to use the ST-21 soldering iron stand included with the soldering station. If this stand is not used, the plastic parts (adapter ring and/or handpiece) of the soldering iron unit could be damaged. Position the soldering iron stand on a flat work-surface or bench.
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. Changing the Set Temperature When the station is shipped the temperature is set at 250°C (482°F). The temperature can be set from 50°C (122°F) to 450°C (842°F). *For the steps given in the operation instructions, only °C is used.
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. Calibration of the Tip Temperature RX-80HRT-B is mounted in the standard unit. When changing to a different type of tip, the calibration of the tip temperature is required before starting soldering work. Otherwise, there may be a difference between the actual tip temperature and the set temperature of the unit.
RX-802AS control unit display. This could be because the tip is not coming into contact properly with the sensor of the tip thermometer. It could also be...
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. Sleep Function The sleep start timer (CT) function automati- cally lowers the temperature of the tip after a DIF (Sensitivity) Set temperature preset period of inactivity. This function reduc- es power consumption and helps extend sol- dering tip life. This sleep function can be used Operation with the shutdown function (see 4-5) together.
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TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. Setting the Sleep start Set to 5 minutes before shipping. time (CT) Unit: mins. Example : Changing the sleep start time from 5 to 10 minutes. Key Operation TEMP Display Press and hold the key for over...
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TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. Setting the Sleep Example : Changing the Sleep Sensitivity value to 2 °C (3.6°F) Sensitivity (DIF) Unit : °C to 3.0°C (5.4°F). Key Operation TEMP Display Press and hold the key for over Displays 3 seconds continuously.
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. 4-5 Setting the Shutdown Function When the unit is not operated during the preset time, the unit is automatically shutdown. Even if the user forgets to turn OFF the unit, this Shutdown function works to keep the unit inactive, and prevents accidents such as fire.
OFF and then ON again to operate the unit. 4-6 Setting the Soldering-time Alarm The RX-802AS sounds an alarm, when the soldering iron is left in contact with the component being soldered past the time set. This function prevents inexperienced operators from overheating the component.
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. Setting the Temperature Range for the Alarm This function indicates to the operator with the sound of the alarm, when Lower limit temp. Upper limit temp. the tip temperature goes past the set parameter. The illustration on the right...
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. 4-8 Setting the Alarm Sound This setting switches the alarm ON and OFF. The initial setting is ON (the alarm sounds). Set to OFF for mute (no sound). Setting the alarm sound Key Operation TEMP Display Press and hold the Displays for over 3 seconds continuously.
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. Setting the Temperature Display The temperature can be viewed in Celsius or in Fahrenheit. The temperature display is set to Celsius (˚C) before shipping. Key Operation TEMP Display Press and hold the key for over Displays alternately 3 seconds continuously.
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. 4-10 Key Lock Function The Key Lock function locks the temperature and parameter settings. Therefore the temperature and parameters cannot be changed by any unauthorized personnel. Authorized personnel may use a code number to set, or release the Key Lock function.
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TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. How to Change the Code Number Example : When changing the code number from 123 to 234. Key Operation TEMP Display Press the key. Displays alternately Press and hold the for over 3 seconds continuously. Displays alternately...
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TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. Resetting the Code Number If you forget the code number, follow the procedure below to delete the code number and reset the key lock. This procedure releases the key lock function which means that unauthorized persons can change temperature and/or parameter settings. Please keep this manual with authorized personnel only and in a safe place for future reference.
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. 4-11 How to Restore Default Settings By doing the procedure shown below, all the parameters will be restored to the default settings set before the unit was shipped. The key-lock function is also unlocked using this procedure. This can allow a third party to alter the settings on the unit.
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. 5 Maintenance CAUTION The soldering unit is designed so the tip can be replaced without turning OFF the power. However, the tip is very hot. Do not touch the tip or serious burns may result. The removed tip should be placed in the hole in the iron stand tip end first and kept in there until it cools down.
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. How to Change the Grip Rubber 1. Remove the screw. Turn and pull the Grip adapter 2. Remove the old grip rubber and grip adapter to remove the grip rubber. replace with new one. Screw Screw ❶...
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. What to do when the tip is blackened and not ‘wettable’ Using a clean sponge, repeat the process of ’tinning’ and ‘cleaning’ the tip several times. The tip surface of an iron that has been in use a short time, generally has a higher ‘wettability’...
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. 8 Replacement Parts For replacement parts, contact a goot distributor. Item Parts No. Note RX-802AS Soldering unit RX-80GAS Tip is not included Soldering Iron Stand ST-21 STAND FOR RX-8 SERIES Soldering Iron Stand Sponge ST-53SP Replacement sponge for ST-21...
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. 9 Parameters Term Display Shipping Unit Range (display panel letters) Panel Default Setting ˚C — (SSt + 50) Set Temperature (PT) ˚F — (SSt + 90) Tip Number — 0—5 (tPn) Temperature Calibration ˚C -50—50 ˚F -90—90 (cAL) ˚C...
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TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. Customer service: Contact your nearest distributor SOLDERING EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. HomePage: www.goot.co.jp E-mail: info@goot.co.jp goot is registered trade mark of TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD. Printed in Japan JULY 2014 A1220MY00...
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