dle and the soldering tip ensures improved handling of the 65W soldering
iron when performing the finest of soldering tasks. The cartridge style tip
consists of a hex coupling, stainless steel sleeve and the tip. There is no
need to dispose of a functional "heater", when the tip is exchanged.
See "Accessories" (page 5) for additional tools.
Technical Specification
Dimensions in inches/mm: 6.5" / 166mm x 4.5" / 115mm x 4" / 101mm (L x W x H)
Supply Voltage (11):
120VAC - 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption:
150 Watts
Fuse (12):
T1.6 A - 50 / 60 Hz
Temperature Control Range: 150°F - 850°F (50°C - 450°C)
Absolute Accuracy:
Average tip temperature can be "Offset"
to +/-9°F (+/-5°C) at no load
Stability:
± 10°F (± 6°C) per MIL-STD-2000
Control Setting Resolution: 1°F (1°C)
Ambient Temperature Range:60°F to 110°F (16°C to 44°C)
Line Cord:
3 Wire; UL Recognized
®
The WELLER
WSD161 / WSL2 Soldering Systems are designed to meet all applica-
ble standards: MIL-STD-2000 MIL-S-45743, W-S-570, as well as DOD-STD-1686.
The control unit housing and tool handles are made with electrostatic protective ma-
terials as required in MIL-B-81705.
The housing passes static decay test per Federal Test Method Std. No. 101, Method
4046.
3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Unpack the unit carefully. Position the workstand(s) on the appropriate area of the
workbench. Check that the power supply corresponds to the specifications on the
base unit label and that the power switch (1) is in the "OFF" position. Insert tool in
holder and connect tool plug(s) to the receptacle(s) on the power unit (6 & 9). Ro-
tate the plug housing Clockwise (CW) to lock the plug into the receptacle.
Channel Selection
The digital display can be switched to channel 1 or 2 by operating the channel selec-
tion button (7). The currently displayed channel is identified by a red/orange LED
(Light Emitting Diode) (5 or 10) over the receptacle.
The channel displayed can be switched "OFF" by depressing the "UP" and "DOWN"
buttons (3 & 4) simultaneously. This is confirmed by the display with the word "OFF".
To activate a channel that has been switched "OFF", the channel must be selected us-
ing the channel selection button, and switched "ON" by depressing the "UP" and
"DOWN" buttons (3 & 4) simultaneously. The "SET" value will then be shown on the
digital display (2), for approximately 2 seconds.
Setting the Temperature
The digital display (2) shows the actual ("READ") tip temperature. By depressing the
"UP" or "DOWN" keys (3 & 4) the digital display (2) switches to the "Set" tempera-
ture. The set point may be changed by repeatedly depressing the "UP" or "DOWN"
keys (3 or 4) or by continuously depressing the "UP" or "DOWN" keys (3 or 4) in the
desired direction. Depressing either button and holding it down will change the set
point quickly. The digital display (2) returns automatically to the "READ" value, ap-
proximately 2 seconds after releasing the "UP" or "DOWN" keys (3 or 4).
Standard "Setback"
The "Standard Setback" feature can be enabled or disabled during the initial "Power-
ing Up" of the station (see instructions in paragraph two below). If the soldering tool
is not used within a period of 20 minutes, the temperature will be automatically re-
duced to a standby temperature of 300°F (150°C). After the unit has reached the
"Setback" mode, the station will continue to function at the reduced temperature
(300°F / 150°C), for approximately one (1) hour (60 min.). At this time, the "AUTO
OFF" function will be activated and the soldering iron and power to the station, will be
switched off. To "Reset" the station, toggle the "Power Switch" (1), "OFF" and then
"ON" again to allow the station to power up.
Activating the standard "Setback" function: When switching the unit "ON", depress
and hold the "UP" button until "ON" appears in the display. Use the same process to
switch the unit "OFF". "OFF" will appear in the display (the station will be shipped in
the "OFF" state). The setback function can be set separately for both channels. The
channel set is defined by the channel displayed on switch off.
Certain applications may not be recognized by the "Loading Effect" or "Temperature
Drop" on the tool and may require more frequent wiping of the tip on the damp
sponge to recognize use.
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