7. Use the appropriate soldering tool.
Don't use a soldering tool whose performance is not adequate for your work. Never
use the soldering tool for purposes for which is was not designed.
8. Wear suitable work cloths.
There is a danger of burning yourself with liquid solder. Wear the corresponding
protective clothing in order to protect yourself against burns.
9. Protect your eyes.
Wear protective eyewear. When working with bonding agents, it is particularly important
to observe the warning notices of the bonding agent manufacturer. Protect yourself
against spattering solder. There is a danger of burning yourself with liquid solder.
10. Use a soldering vapour suction device
If devices for solder vapour suction are available, ensure that these are connected and
correctly used.
11. Do not use the cord for purposes for which it is not designed.
Never carry the soldering tool by the cord. Don't use the cord to pull the power plug
from the socket. Protect the cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
12. Protect the work piece.
Use clamping devices to hold the work piece in place. This is more secure than using
your hands, and leaves both hands free to work with the soldering tool.
13. Avoid abnormal posture.
Set-up your work place with proper ergonomics. Avoid bad posture when working.
Always use the suitable soldering tool.
14. Take care of your soldering tool.
Keep the soldering tool clean for better and safer work. Follow the maintenance
instructions and the notices concerning changing the soldering tips. Regularly inspect
all connected cords and hoses. Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified
technician. Use only original WELLER replacement parts.
15. Remove the power plug from the socket before opening the unit.
16. Remove all maintenance tools .
Before switching on the unit, check that all maintenance tools have been removed from the unit.
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17. Avoid unexpected operation.
Make sure that the mains switch is turned off when inserting the plug into the socket or
connecting to mains. Don't hold a soldering tool which is connected to a mains supply
while touching the mains switch.
18. Extension cords outside.
Use only extension cords outside which are authorised and correspondingly labelled.
19. Pay attention.
Be careful of what you do. Work with caution. Don't use the soldering tool if you are not
concentrated on your work.
20. Inspect the soldering tool for any damage.
Before further use of the soldering tool, safety devices or slightly damaged parts must
be carefully checked for error-free and intended operation. Inspect moving parts for
error-free operation and that they don't bind, or whether any parts are damaged. All
parts must be properly mounted and all requirements fulfilled for guaranteed error-free
operation of the soldering tool. Damaged safety devices and parts must be repaired or
replaced by a qualified technician, so long as nothing else is indicated in the Operation Manual.
21. Attention
Use only accessories or attachments which are listed in the accessories list of the
Operation Manual. Use only WELLER accessories or attachments on original WELLER
equipment. Use of other tools and other accessories can lead to a danger of injury.
22. Repairs to your soldering tool should be carried out by qualified technician
This soldering tool is in accordance with the relevant safety regulations. Repairs should
only be carried out by a qualified electrician using original WELLER replacement parts.
Failure to do so can lead to accidents for the operator.
23. Do not work on electrically live parts.
The grip of antistatic designed soldering tools is conductive.
24. Applications with other WELLER equipment
If the soldering tool is to be used together with other WELLER equipment and attachments,
also observe the warning notices given in the corresponding Operation Manual.
25. Observe the valid safety regulations for your work place.
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