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DIGIT AL SOLDERING ST A TION Model 96531 SET UP AND OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally . Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Distributed Exclusively by Harbor Freight T ools 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 9301 1 Visit our websi[...]
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Page 2 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. CONTENTS IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION ............................ 3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES ................................................. 3 Work Area ................................................................................... 4 Electrical Safety ......................[...]
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Page 3 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SA VE THIS MANUAL Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly , operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’ s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product ha[...]
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Page 4 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. GENERAL SAFETY RULES W ARNING! Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re, and/or serious injury . The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or bat[...]
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Page 5 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, heavy-duty work gloves, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will re- duce personal injuries. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in[...]
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Page 6 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry important safety infor- mation. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight T ools for a replacement. Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool. Do not leave th[...]
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Page 7 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. before use. If the plug will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician. Grounded T ools: T ools with Three Prong Plugs T ools marked with “Grounding Required” have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug. The plug must be connect[...]
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Page 8 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage. (See T able A.) The smaller the gauge number of[...]
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Page 9 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Symbology Double Insulated V~ V olts Alternating Current Canadian Standards Association A Amperes Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. n 0 xxxx/min. No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM) SPECIFICA TIONS Electrical Requirements 120 V~ / 60 Hz, .5 Amps Power Consumption 60 W att T empera[...]
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Page 10 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual. Assembly Match up holes in Plug (27) to pins in Cord Connection (6), plug in, and secure with Cord Retainer (26). Place Sponge in the bo[...]
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Page 1 1 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Place Handle in the Handle Rest (black socket) and wait 20 seconds until Solder- ing T ip heats up. W ork piece set up 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 . If[...]
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Page 12 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Check to be sure the objects being joined will not be damaged by the heat of soldering. This tool generates a temperature up to 896°F . T est a scrap piece or inconspicuous area of your work piece with the soldering tip before proceeding. Be sure the surfaces being soldered are[...]
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Page 13 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. (4), and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures. Damaged equipment can fail, causing personal injury . Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before fur[...]
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Page 14 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST & ASSEMBL Y DIAGRAM Part Description Qty 1 Upper Cover 1 2 Base 1 3 Panel 1 4 Power Switch 1 5 LCD Display 1 6 Cord Connection 1 7 Anti-Static 1 8 T emperature Dial 1 9 Cushion 1 10 Power Wire Group 1 1 1 Transformer 1 12 PCB Board 1 13 Radiator 1 14 Screw Sleeve[...]
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Page 15 SKU 96531 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. LIMITED 90 DA Y W ARRANTY Harbor Freight T ools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this prod - uct is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days [...]