Duratrax TrakPower TK950 Instruction Manual

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Meaning of Special Language:
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of
potential harm when operating this product:
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property
damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superfi cial injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical
property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property
damage AND little or no possibility of injury.
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features
of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in
damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and
requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible
manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not
intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible
components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon
Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is
essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly,
setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
14 +
AGE RECOMMENDATION: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
Safety Precautions and Warnings
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating in a manner that does not
endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others.
• Mishandling the iron could lead to burns or fi re. Tip temperature can reach 480°C/896°F.
• Do not use the iron for applications other than soldering.
• The soldering process produces smoke. Make sure the area is well ventilated.
• Always store the iron in the holder when not in use.
• Do not leave a hot iron unattended.
• Do not touch any of the iron's metal parts while operating.
• Let the iron cool to room temperature before replacing tips.
• Do not use or store the iron near fl ammable items.
• Let the iron cool to room temperature before storing.
• Do not over tighten the temperature control lock screw.
• Do not adjust the temperature control knob if it is in the locked position.
• Turn the power off when fi nished using the unit.
Tips
Power Indicator
Cord Receptacle
1.5mm wrench
Soldering Iron
®
Instruction Manual
NOTICE
Temperature Control Knob
Power Switch
(low right side)
Tip Retainer Tip Retainer Nut
DTXR0950 Setup
1. If desired, place the included optional graphics wrap on the iron. Use the box and manual pictures
as a guide.
2. Connect the cord assembly to the receptacle by aligning the pins and pushing straight in. Secure it
by rotating the retaining clip clock-wise.
3. Saturate the cleaning sponge with water, and place it into the holder.
4. Set the control knob to the desired temperature.
5. Turn on the power switch. The light on the front of the unit blinks when the tip reaches the set
temperature.
6. If you need to set the soldering station to the same temperature for multiple jobs the temperature
control knob can be locked. Once the correct temperature has been selected, tighten the screw on
the underside of the temperature control knob with the provided 1.5mm wrench.
Use
1. For the longest tip life select the lowest temperature required to properly do the job.
2. Once the iron has reached the desired temperature, wipe the tip on the cleaning sponge to remove
any build up.
3. Once the tip has been cleaned, coat it with a thin layer of fresh solder. This is called "tinning the tip."
4. Use the smallest amount of solder needed to properly do the job. Extra solder requires extra heat,
increasing the chances of overheating the item being soldered.
5. When fi nished, wipe the tip clean and tin it with fresh solder. Turn the iron off and let it cool before
storing.
Care
1. Clean the tip regularly using the cleaning sponge. This removes impurities and reduces the
oxidation that can limit heat transfer.
2. After every 4 hours of use: Allow the iron to cool. Remove the tip holder retaining nut, and wipe the
threads clean with a dry rag. Re-install the retaining nut fi nger tight. This will reduce the oxidation
build-up that could cause the nut to seize onto the retainer.
3. Do not leave the unit turned on for long periods of time when not in use. Prolonged heating can
degrade the tip even when not in use.
4. Always keep the cleaning sponge moist when using the iron. If the sponge is dry it will not clean the
tip properly and can burn.
5. To help reduce oxidation always wipe and tin the tip with fresh solder when done soldering.
6. Check the condition of the tip. Tip life can vary greatly depending on the temperature used. Replace
the tip if it becomes deformed, or if solder will no longer stick to it.
Replacing the Tip
1. Turn off, unplug and allow the iron to cool
to room temperature.
2. Loosen and remove the retaining nut.
3. Remove the tip holder.
4. Remove and dispose of the old tip.
5. Wipe the threaded section of the iron and retaining nut clean with a dry rag.
6. Install the new tip, holder, and retaining nut. The nut should only be set "fi nger" tight.
7. Plug in, and turn on the iron. When it reaches the desired temperature wipe the new tip clean on
the cleaning sponge, and tin it with fresh solder.
Replacement Parts
Iron Holder
DTXR0960
DTXR0965
DTXR0968
DTXR0969
DTXR0970
Optional Accessories
DTXR0975
DTXR0976
DTXR1015
Cleaning Sponge
Retaining nut
Threads
908 iron
Cleaning sponge
3.2mm chisel tip
2.4mm chisel tip (optional)
1.0mm pencil tip
TrakPower Rosin Core Lead Free Silver Solder
TrakPower Rosin Core Silver Solder 100g
TrakPower Cleaning Wire with Holder
Tip holder
Tip Threads