Weller WXMP Mode D'emploi page 18

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There is nevertheless a risk of personal injury and damage to
property if the safety information set out in the accompanying
safety booklet and the warnings presented in these instructions
are not observed.
− Always pass on the WXMP soldering iron or WXMT desoldering
tweezers on to third parties along with these operating
instructions.
− The manufacturer is not liable for damages arising from improper
use of the tool or unauthorised modifications.
State of California warning:
When used for soldering and similar applications, this product
produces chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
2.1
General − Always put the WXMP soldering iron and the WXMT desoldering
information tweezers into the safety rests provided for them.
− Remove all flammable objects from the vicinity of the hot
soldering tool.
− Always wear suitable protective clothing when using the WXMP
or WXMT.
− Never leave the hot WXMP or WXMT unattended.
− Do not work on electrically live parts.
− Always wear eye protection when working with soldering and
desoldering applications.
− Read and follow the operating instructions for the Weller WX
supply unit in use.
Handling − Do not place or leave the hot soldering/desoldering tips on the
soldering / worktop or on plastic surfaces.
desoldering
− Coat the tinned soldering/desoldering tips in solder once they
tips
have heated up in order to remove any oxide layers formed
during storage or contamination from the soldering/desoldering
tips.
− Ensure the soldering/desoldering tips are kept well wetted during
intervals between soldering and desoldering and prior to storage
of the device.
− Do not use aggressive fluxing agents.
− Always make sure that the soldering/desoldering tips are
properly seated.
− Select the lowest possible working temperature.
− Select the largest possible soldering/desoldering tip shape for
the application (roughly as large as the soldering pad).
− Coat the soldering/desoldering tips well to ensure that there is
efficient heat transfer between the soldering/desoldering tips and
the soldering area.
− Switch off the system if you do not intend to use the
soldering/desoldering tool for prolonged periods.
Note the following:
WXMP/WXMT