Incorrect handling could cause an unexpected situation. Follow the purpose of each tool.
Precautions
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When handling the H-869 SOLDERING IRON (with corrosion resistant tip), note the
following instructions.
1. Do not touch an area other than the handle while power is on. This could cause a
burn.
2. Do not use the soldering iron near flammable or combustible materials.
This could cause a fire.
3. Use a soldering iron stand to avoid causing a fire or burn.
4. Do not supply greater than rated voltage. This could cause a fire.
5. Do not use if a cut or damage is found on power cord. This could cause a fire or a
shock.
Warning
1. Handles of tools are not insulated. Do not use on energized places. This could
cause a shock.
2. Wear goggles to protect your eyes against flying debris when using cutting or stripping
tools.Core wire or insulation fragments could injure your eyes.
Warning
1. It is normal for a new soldering iron to smoke during first use, but smoke will soon
stop.
2. Do not tighten the tip set screw excessively. Otherwise, this could cause an
accident (e.g., damaging the heater) due to the tip which will be easily bent by the
screw when heating.
3. The tip of the soldering iron is covered with lead-free solder which is easily burned
and stuck if heated without using even for a short time.
Tin with solder when energize for the first time.
Turn off the power after wipe the used solder and tin with new solder.
Do not file this tip since the area other than the point is covered with iron and
aluminum plate.
Caution
1. Use the proper tool size for each application.
2. Do not use tools which are cracked, broken, worn, or deformed, etc.
3. Do not remodel the tools.
4. Some tools have sharp parts. Be careful in carrying and keeping.
Caution
About the H-8 TIP CLEANING TRAY
1. Hold the plastic portions as the photo to prevent the
metallic holding rod from falling apart.
2. The holding rod becomes hot when in use. Be careful to
burn especially.
3. Use the sponge in a wetted condition. You can use one
or two sponges depending on your application.