Weller WSD 81i Operating Instructions Manual page 18

Operation
Starting up the device
Note
Please adhere to the
operating instructions of the
connected devices.
Soldering and desoldering
Caution!
Always make sure that the
soldering tips are fitted
properly.
The control units have been
adapted to hold a medium-
sized soldering tip.
Discrepancies may occur if
the tip is changed or a
different shaped tip is used.
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Put the tool into operation as described in the chapter „Placing into
operation".
Check to see if the mains voltage matches the ratings on the name-
plate.
Make sure the machine is switched off before plugging in.
Carry out soldering work as directed in the operating instructions of
your connected soldering tool.
Handling the soldering tips
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Coat the selective and tinnable soldering tip with solder when
heating it up for the first time. This removes oxide coatings which
have formed during storage and impurities from the soldering tip.
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Make sure that the soldering tip is well coated with solder during
breaks between soldering work and prior to storage of the device.
Do not use aggressive fluxing agents.
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Always make sure that the soldering tips are fitted properly.
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Select as low a working temperature as possible.
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Select the largest possible soldering tip shape for the application.
Rule of thumb: the soldering tip should be roughly as large as the
soldering pad.
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Coat the soldering tip well with solder to ensure that there is
efficient heat transfer between the soldering tip and the soldering
area.
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Prior to extended breaks between soldering work, switch off the
soldering system or use the Weller function to reduce the
temperature when the soldering equipment is not in use.
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Coat the tip with solder prior to storage if you do not intend to use
the soldering iron for an extended period of time.
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Apply solder directly to the soldering area, not to the soldering
tip.
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Change the soldering tips using the designated tool.
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Do not apply mechanical force to the soldering tip.