Horizon Hobby TRINITY TRIR0955 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 dam-
age, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial 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
CAUTION: When the power is ON, the tip temperature is between 200°C / 400°F and
480°C / 899°F. Mishandling may lead to burns or fire. To prevent damage to the unit and
ensure a safe working environment, please comply with the following precautions:
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.
• Do not touch the metallic parts while operating.
• Always store the soldering station in the holder when not in use.
• Do not use the soldering station near flammable items.
• Advise other people in the work area that the unit can reach a very high temperature and should
be considered potentially dangerous.
• Turn the power OFF during breaks and after use.
• Before replacing parts or storing the soldering station, turn the power OFF and allow the
soldering station to cool to room temperature.
• Do not use the soldering station for applications other than soldering.
• Do not hit the soldering station against the work bench or other objects to remove residual
solder.
• Do not modify the soldering station.
• Use only genuine replacement parts.
• Do not bend or damage the security key. If the key becomes bent, do not force it into the
soldering station.
• Do not allow the soldering station to become wet. Do not use the soldering station when your
hands are wet.
• Use the soldering station in a well ventilated area as the soldering process produces smoke.
Packing List
• TRIR0955 Soldering Station
• Soldering Iron with Tip
Digital Display
Security Key
Cord Receptacle
Calibration Adjustment
Setup and Operation
1. Place the optional graphic wrap on the digital soldering station.
Scan the QR code to download the optional wrap.
2. Plug the soldering iron cord assembly to the receptacle. Secure it by
rotating the retaining clip clock-wise.
3. Install the desired tip.
4. Saturate the cleaning sponge with water, and place it into the holder.
5. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet.
6. Turn the power switch ON. The heater LED flickers when the
temperature has stabilized.
Digital Soldering
NOTICE
• Iron Holder with Sponge • Pencil Tip
• 2 Security Keys
Iron Holder
Temperature
Controls
Chisel Tip
Tip Retainer
Tip Retainer Nut
Pencil Tip
Setting the Temperature
Station
CAUTION: While setting the temperature, ensure the heating element is OFF. When the
power is ON, the tip temperature is between 200°C / 400°F and 480°C / 899°F.
TRIR0955
Mishandling may lead to burns or fire.
1. Insert the slotted end of the security key into the key slot. The left-most diplay digit (100s digit)
flashes, indicating the station is in the temperature setting mode and the 100s digit can be
adjusted.
2. Press the UP or DOWN button to select the desired value.
3. Press the * button when the desired value is displayed. The middle digit (10s digit) in the display
flashes.
4. Press the UP or DOWN button to select the desired value.
5. Press the * button when the desired value is displayed. The right digit (1s digit) in the display
flashes.
6. Press the UP or DOWN button to select the desired value.
7. Press the * button to:
A. Enter the temperature setting into the internal memory.
B. Display the temperature setting.
C. Start the heater control.
Security Key
If the security key remains in the unit, press and hold the * button for longer than 1 second. The
soldering station enters temperature setting mode. Pressing the * button for less than 1 second
displays the current temperature setting for two seconds and then shows the tip temperature.
Reinsert the security key to change the temperature setting.
Parameter Adjustments
The following parameters can be adjusted while in parameter input mode:
A. °C or °F temperature display
B. Heater error temperature tolerance
C. Display room temperature for tip calibration
Parameter Input Mode
1. Turn OFF the power switch.
2. Press and hold the UP and DOWN buttons simultaneously.
3. Turn ON the power switch.
4. Continue pressing the UP and DOWN buttons until display shows 1C or 1F. The station is in
parameter input mode.
5. To change temperature units, use the UP and DOWN buttons to change between 1C (for
Celsius) or 1F (for Fahrenheit).
6. When the desired temperature unit is displayed, press the * button. The station is now in
the heater error temperature tolerance setting. The temperature displays with the 100s digit
flashing.
IMPORTANT: Heater Error Temperature Tolerance: If power is sent to the soldering station and
the tip temperature falls below the heater error temperature tolerance, the temperature display
flashes. This indicates a possible heater malfunction.
EXAMPLE: The temperature is set to 400°C, and the heater error temperature tolerance is set
to 50. If the tip temperature drops below 350°C while power is sent to soldering station, the
display flashes, indicating a possible heater malfunction.
7. To change heater error temperature tolerance, use the steps in the Setting the Temperature
section. The temperature setting for the heater error temperature tolerance must be within the
following range: °C: 30–150°C; °F: 60–300°F. If a temperature value outside this range is
selected, the display flashes the 100s digit. If this happens, re-enter a temperature within the
range.
8. After entering the heater error temperature tolerance, the soldering station displays the room
temperature compensation value.
IMPORTANT: Room Temperature Compensation Value: The room temperature compensation
value is the measured temperature of the soldering iron tip. This value is used to calibrate the tip
temperature when the soldering iron is replaced.
To calibrate the tip use the following steps:
A. Allow the soldering station to cool to room temperature for one hour.
B. Use a thermometer to measure the room temperature.
C. Use a small regular or a cross point screw driver to adjust the screw marked CAL on
the soldering station until the display indicates the room temperature measured by the
thermometer.
9. Press the * button to exit the parameter input mode. The soldering temperature displays for two
seconds. Power is then supplied to the heater, and normal operation mode begins.
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 is clean, coat it with a thin layer of fresh solder. This is called tinning the tip.
4. Use a minimal amount of solder to properly do the job.
IMPORTANT: Extra solder requires extra heat and might cause the item being soldered to overheat.
5. When finished, wipe the tip clean and tin it with fresh solder. Turn OFF the soldering iron, and let it cool
Cleaning Sponge
before storing.
Care
1. Clean the tip regularly using the cleaning sponge. This removes impurities and reduces the
oxidation, which can limit heat transfer.
2. Allow the soldering iron to cool after every four hours of use. Remove the tip holder retaining
nut, and wipe the threads clean with a dry rag. Re-install the retaining nut finger tight. This will
reduce the oxidation build-up that could cause the nut to seize onto the retainer.
3. When not in use. do not leave the unit turned on for long periods of time. Prolonged heating can
degrade the tip, even when not in use.
4. Always keep the cleaning sponge moist when using the soldering iron. If the sponge is dry, it will
not clean the tip properly and can burn.