5.Place Handle in the Handle Rest (black socket) and wait 20 seconds until Solder- ing Tip heats up.

Work piece set up

1.If wires are to be soldered, thoroughly clean and scrape the wires so that only the clean copper is showing. Splice wires that are to be soldered together.

2.If other metals are to be soldered, thoroughly clean and scrape the metal sur- faces. It may be necessary to apply acid flux (not included) to clean the metal surfaces before soldering.

3.If soldering on printed circuit boards, too much heat can soften the plastic form or loosen the metal eyelet connections. Use the lowest heat setting possible (see the solder’s directions) to perform the soldering operation. Never use acid core solder or acid flux on wiring circuits.

4.Place tip of Soldering Iron (15) under the joint which you are soldering.

5.If uncertain on how to proceed, it may be wise to practice on a scrap workpiece first.

General operating instructions

1.When operating, use only in designated soldering work area.

2.Apply solder to the joint, wiring, or metal to be soldered, not to the Soldering Tip.

When the metal is hot enough, it will melt the solder and allow it to flow around the wiring or metal being soldered. Slowly move Soldering Tip around to coat the entire area being soldered.

3.When the entire wiring or metal surface is encased in solder, remove the Solder- ing Tip and place in the handle rest.

4.Allow the soldering to cool completely before pulling gently on the item to ensure a secure hold. Blowing air on the soldered joint will help speed up the cooling.

5.When you are finished soldering, wipe the Soldering Tip thoroughly on the

Sponge and apply a small amount of rosin-core solder to coat the Soldering Tip and keep it clean.

Soldering Tips

1.The soldering process bonds two metal objects together using a metallic bond- ing material (solder) which has a lower melting point than the items being joined. Soldering is not appropriate for non-metallic objects such as plastic or wood.

SKU 96531

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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Chicago Electric 96531 Work piece set up, General operating instructions, Soldering Tips