PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR NEW X-TRONIC MODEL #3060-XTS SOLDERING STATION TABLE OF CONTENTS Product Specifications............2 Package Contents .............2 Safety Precautions ............3 Unit Diagram ..............3 Set-up & Operation ............4 Features................4 Temperature Conversion ..........4 Sleep Function ..............4 Calibration Function ............4 Maintenance ...............7...
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. When not in use always turn the power off and unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. 2. Never use the soldering iron near any flammable substance, material, or gas. 3. Never touch the metallic components of the soldering iron while they are in use.
1. Open the package and check that all parts are present and are not damaged. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact X-Tronic immediately for assistance (see back cover for contact information). 2. Install the mini-mag lamp in the hole provided in the middle of the station.
CALIBRATION FUNCTION When is it time to Calibrate your Soldering Station? All X-Tronic Soldering Stations come with a high quality ceramic heating element in the soldering iron that is calibrated to within ±1.8°F/1.0°C of the temperature that is shown on the LED Display.
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CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS Once the desired temperature has been set and the temperature of the unit stabilizes, measure the heat at the soldering tip using a high quality and well calibrated soldering tip tester. If the temperature shown on the unit’s display does not reflect the temperature shown on the tester, the unit can be calibrated by pressing and holding the aluminum temperature adjustment knob for 3 seconds.
MAINTENANCE SOLDERING TIP PREPARATION • Keep the soldering tip properly tinned. Always use solder with sufficient rosin flux or the tip will de-wet. A well tinned tip will be bright all over when hot, with no dull or discolored spots. •...
WARNING DISCONNECT POWER CORD BEFORE REPLACING A SOLDERING TIP AND/OR A HEATING ELEMENT REPLACING THE SOLDERING TIP 1. Turn off the soldering station, unplug the power cord from the power source and allow the soldering iron to cool down to room temperature.
REPLACING THE SOLDERING IRON HEATING ELEMENT Bakelite Screw Cap Spring Soldering Tip Cord Collar Metal Tip Ergonomic Retaining Grip Handle Screw Cap Heating Element 1. Turn off the unit and unplug it from the outlet. Allow the soldering iron to cool down to room temperature. Never attempt to handle the tip while the iron is hot.
TROUBLESHOOTING ISSUE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS Unit does not • Ensure the power cord is not damaged and in good have power working condition. • Ensure that the outlet is functional. Soldering Iron • This is expected behavior. The “rattle” is a small ball “Rattles”...
(b) any product shipped outside of the United States, the District of Columbia or Canada, or (c) anyone who may have purchased it from someone other than X-Tronic International Inc.. Proof of purchase is required for in- warranty service. We recommend you promptly register this product on our website (www.XTronicUSA.com) to facilitate verification of the date of the original...
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WHAT DOES THIS WARRANTY NOT COVER? This limited warranty during the Warranty Period does not cover any damage due to: (a) improper use; (b) failure to follow the product instructions or to perform any preventive maintenance; (c) modifications; (d) unauthorized repair; (e) normal wear and tear that comes with household use;...
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