Operating Instructions - X-Tronic 5040-XR3 Instructions Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

SOLDERING IRON
• Before turning on the unit, ensure that the soldering iron is in the
soldering iron holder and the hot air gun is in the hot air gun holder
on the side of the unit.
• When using the soldering iron for the first time, be sure to allow the
iron to come to the proper temperature then clean and tin the tip to
provide longer life expectancy.
• Do not use excessive force when installing/removing soldering iron
tips.
HOT AIR GUN
• Before turning on the unit ensure that the hot air gun is in the hot
air gun side holder. The hot air gun needs to be in this position
EVERY TIME the unit is powered on.
• Upon first use, the tube on the soldering iron may discolor a bit due
to the combination of the material composition and high heat. This
is perfectly normal and expected behavior.
• Upon first use, white smoke may be visible from the hot air gun and
will go away shortly after heating. If the unit keeps smoking, refer
to troubleshooting section or contact X-Tronic International
(contact information is on the back cover of this manual).
• When "---" is displayed on the LED display, the outlet temperature
of the hot air gun is below 100°C, the handle has been properly
replaced into the side holder, and the unit is in standby mode.
• Do not use excessive force when installing/removing hot air
nozzles Do not over tighten the bolt on the hot air attachments.
• When using the small nozzle attachment for the hot air gun, set
airflow to the maximum value to keep the hot air heating element
from overheating and breaking.
Hot Air Gun
Side Holder
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