FIG. 4
12. Procedure for Cleaning the Solder Collector
CAUTION: Put the main power switch in the "OFF"-position and allow the device to cool first.
1. Hold the soldering iron as shown in fig. 8. Press and turn the switch at the butt of the iron.
2. Be careful not to burn your fingers on the glass solder collector as you slide it free (see fig. 9).
3. Point the collector towards the ground (see fig. 10) while shaking lightly to free the excess solder. Do this
frequently to keep the station in proper working order.
4. Remove the cooling strip with a pair of pliers (fig. 11 & 12).
5. Clean the cooling strip and the glass collector with a wire brush (included).
FIG. 8
FIG. 9
FIG. 10
FIG. 11
FIG. 12
12. Replacement of Filters
a. FILTER OF THE SOLDER COLLECTOR (DESOLFILT)
1. Make sure that the iron and the filter have cooled sufficiently.
2. Point the soldering iron slightly upwards while pressing and turning the red switch on the butt of the iron.
3. Remove the solder collector (fig.9).
4. Disassemble the solder collector (fig. 13 & 14).
5. Remove the old filter and replace it with a new one (fig. 15 & 16).
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