Xytronic LF-8000, Instruction Manual

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DESOLDER TIP REPLACEMENT AND DRESSING 

Desolder tips can be changed or replaced simply unscrewing the barrel nut assembly. 

The station must be turned off and allowed to cool before this operation. If the system   

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is left on without a tip in place, damage to the iron assembly may occur!

After removing the tip, blow out any oxide dust that may have formed in the tip   

receptacle. Be careful not to get dust in your eyes. Replace the tip according to   

Figures 3-9 and hand tighten the securing screw for the barrel nut assembly. Pliers can   

be used to avoid contact with hot surfaces BUT SHOULD BE USED WITH   

CAUTION because over tightening may cause damage to the element or fuse the tip   

to the element. 

PROCEDURE FOR CLEANING CLOGGED TIPS 

CAUTION: This procedure is to be working in high temperature. Be careful to avoid   

burning your fingers during this operation. 

1.    Be sure that the spring wire (included) will not go through the nozzle of the   

desolder tip. 

2.

Adjust the heating element to a higher temperature allowing the clogged solder to   

melt. Clean the tip by sliding the spring wire up and down until the passage is 

clear. (See Fig. 3) 

3.

Unscrew the barrel nut assembly as in Figures 4 & 5. 

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