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TWO YEAR WARRANTY All Elenco models are guaranteed for two full years on all parts and service. For the first three months, your soldering station is covered at absolutely no charge. For the remaining 21 months, a nominal service charge is required to cover shipping and handling. Soldering iron tip not included in warranty.
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INTRODUCTION The SL-5 series of soldering stations are quality products designed to give the professional, student and hobbyist greater control in quality soldering a broad range of soldering situations. The stations are available with 40 watt soldering irons.
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• Carefully remove the SL-5 parts from the box. • Insert the iron holder on either the right or the left side. • Wet the sponge with preferably distilled or tap water, and then place it into the tray.
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The soldering iron and tip can reach high temperatures and these simple safety rules should be followed. 1. Keep children out of reach of the soldering station. 2. To protect your eyes, use safety goggles. 3. Keep flammable material away from the soldering iron.
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SOLDERING A poorly soldered joint can greatly effect small current flow in circuits and can cause equipment failure. You can damage a PC board or a component with too much heat or cause a cold solder joint with insufficient heat. Sloppy soldering can cause bridges between two adjacent foils preventing the circuit from functioning.
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INTRODUCTION TO SOLDERING Almost every electronic device today has a printed circuit (PC) board. Whether you are assembling a PC board or repairing it, you must understand the basics of working with these boards. A poorly soldered joint can greatly effect small current flow in circuits and can cause equipment failure.
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