CARE OF THE
TIP
The tip supplied is iron plated copper. If used property.
it will last a long time.
1.Always keep tips tinned before switching off or storing
for any period of time;wipe only before use.
2.Do not keep the iron set at high temperature for a long
period of time as this will break down the surface of the
tip.
3.Never clean the tip with coarse abrasive materials of files.
4.If an oxide film does form it can be cleaned by lightly
rubbing with a 600-800 grit emery cloth. isopropyl alcohol
or equivalent. and then immediately recheat and te- tin the
tip to prevent oxidation of the wettable surface.
5.Remove the tip and clean every twenty hours of use or at
least once a week and remove any loose build up in the barrel.
6.Do not use fluxes containing chloride or acid. Use only
rosin or activated resin fluxes.
7.Do not use any compound or anti-seize materials on the wettable
surface.
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