Weller WLC200 - Manual (Page 2)

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Your Weller ® WLC200 soldering station complies with all applicable safety regulations in the
USA and is U.L. Listed. Nevertheless, like all electrical appliances, it must be handled with
care. Remember the soldering tip and heater can reach very high temperatures. Keep the
tool out of reach of children.
Follow these simple safety rules at all times:
1. Keep the soldering iron well away from all flammable material.
2. To avoid burns always assume that the tip is hot.
3. Do not allow the hot soldering tip to touch the electrical power cord or iron cord.
The cord insulation will melt or burn, creating a shock hazard.
4. Never attempt to use, or even plug in the unit if the iron cord or power cord is
burned.
5. When moving the unit from one location to another carry the unit by the power
baseand handle. Do not carry the unit by the handle cord or power cord.
6. Do not dip the tool in any liquid or use where if bumped it could fall into any
container of liquid.
7. Always wear safety glasses or goggles when soldering as the rapid heating may
cause popping and sputtering of the flux and solder.
8. Before changing the tip make sure the station is unplugged and the heater and tip
are cool to the touch.
9. To clean the hot tip wipe it across the damp sponge. A sponge is provided with the
station. Use distilled water to dampen the sponge.
10. Many materials used in soldering give off unpleasant or possibly toxic fumes when
hot ALWAYS work in a well ventilated area when soldering.
11. After you unplug the station, allow the tip and heater to completely cool down to
room temperature, and store the unit in a safe place.
12. Never plug in or attempt to use the unit if there is any sign of damage to the iron
handle or power base. Return to Weller ® for repair.
13. Remove the tip and set screw from the soldering iron periodically to prevent the tip
or screw from seizing in the iron.
SELECTION OF WELLER ® MTG SERIES TIPS
Weller ® tips are solid copper, plated with iron, nickel and chromium. The chromium is
eliminated from the working area and the tips are pre-tinned with tin/lead solder. The nickel
and chromium protect the shank from corrosion and solder creep. The Weller ® WLC200 uses
the MTG series tips.
Use only original Weller
® soldering tips, parts and accessories for this product.
CARE OF WELLER ® SOLDERING TIPS
1. Keep tip tinned; wipe only before using.
2. Acid type fluxes used in stained glass work greatly reduce tip life.
3. Remove tip and clean with suitable cleaner for flux used. The frequency of cleaning
will depend on the type of work and usage. Tips in constant use should be removed
and cleaned at least once a week.
4. Don’t try to clean tip with abrasive materials and never file tip; to do so will greatly
reduce tip life. Tip wettability is affected by contact with organic materials such as
plastic resins, silicone grease and other chemicals. If the tip becomes unwettable it
may be cleaned with a Weller ® Polishing Bar Part Number WPB1. Do not overdo this
or the iron plating will be removed and the tip will be ruined. Re-tin tip immediately to
prevent oxidation.
5. Don’t remove excess solder from heated tip before storing. The excess solder will
prevent oxidation of the wettable surface when the tip is reheated.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE - IF UNIT DOES NOT FUNCTION RETURN TO WELLER ®
FOR REPAIR
REPLACEMENT AND OPTIONAL PARTS FOR WLC200
Soldering Tips See Tip chart for part number
WCC104 Replacement Tip Cleaning Sponge
WPB1 Weller ® Polishing Bar
OTHER QUALITY WELLER ® SOLDERING PRODUCTS
SPG80 Stained Glass Soldering Iron
WLC100 40 Watt Iron and Station with Adjustable Power Control