Soldering Solutions User Manual Industrial Quality Solder Pot
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 INTRODUCTION 3 PRODUCT CONTENTS 4-5 Model 300 & 600 4 Model MP-9 5 SAFETY 6-7 Safety - Personal 6 Safety - Workspace 6 Safety - Device 7 SET-UP & OPERATION 8-11 Selecting a Location 8 Charging the Solder Pot 8 Setting the Proper Temperature 10 Proper use of Solder Pot 11 MAINTENANCE & CARE 12-13 Purging the Pot 13 TROUBLE SHOOTING 14 REPLACEMENT PARTS 15 WARRANTY & SERVICE DETAILS 16 Company Information American Beauty Tools are
INTRODUCTION American Beauty has been a fixture in the soldering tool marketplace since 1894. Our tools are a throw-back to a time when people took pride in the tools they used and companies took pride in the tools they manufactured. Today, American Beauty® tools are routinely chosen to tackle the most challenging soldering, brazing and thermal management applications with a diverse line of soldering irons and stations, solder pots, resistance soldering systems and accessories.
PRODUCT CONTENTS Model 300 & 600 Both of our 1 & 2.
PRODUCT CONTENTS Model MP-9 The MiniPot arrives ready to plug in and use and comes equipped with the following components in each box: Item Description Quantity 1 Solder Pot (MP-9) Fully Assembled 1 2 On/Off Dial 1 3 Fuse 1 Proposition 65 Warning: These products may contain or expose the users to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Please visit our website for more details. www.americanbeautytools.
SAFETY Solder pots contain molten solder which is extremely hot. Operators of this product should be made aware of and fully understand all of the warnings as they relate to the operation or use of this device. Failure to observe the following safety instruction could result in serious injury. Safety - Personal • Only use the solder pot for its intended use as outlined in the introduction of this manual. • Always wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when operating your solder pot.
SAFETY Safety - Device • American Beauty solder pots are available in both a low voltage (110-120VAC) and high voltage (220-240VAC) version. Please consult your cord label to determine what version you have purchased and ensure your solder pot is properly plugged in to the corresponding outlet. • When in operation, a solder pot gets extremely hot to the touch. After a period of time, this can also include the adjustment knob. Extreme caution should be used when touching any part of the solder pot.
SET-UP & OPERATION Selecting a Location We have created a checklist of considerations to guide you in selecting a suitable location for your solder pot. Choosing a good location to station your solder pot is the first step to operating your solder pot safely and efficiently.
SET-UP & OPERATION WARNING: USE OF FLUX-CORE SOLDER DURING CHARGING CAN RESULT IN EXCESSIVE SMOKING. (Cont’d from pg 8) Group these pieces into a mound inside the solder pot’s crucible. We find that this ensures maximum surface contact between solder pot and solder to speed up initial melting, while avoiding the chance of larger pieces ‘flipping’ during melting and causing potential burn hazard. 2. Plug in solder pot ~ Turn the pot’s temperature dial to approximately 90% of maximum output. 3.
SET-UP & OPERATION Setting the Proper Temperature As a general rule the temperature of the solder bath should be set to approximately 100°F to 150°F above melt temperature of the solder alloy being used. This prevents excess solder usage while ensuring your bath always stays liquid. Note: Temperature markings on the faceplate of your American Beauty solder pot can be used as a general guide. Follow the outlined steps for setting a more precise operating temperature. 1.
SET-UP & OPERATION Proper use of Solder Pot 1. Prepare item to be tinned (free and clean of unwanted contaminants). 2. For items requiring flux, dip component into flux and remove ensuring no excess (dripping). 3. Dip and withdraw component into molten solder using a smooth and even motion. www.americanbeautytools.
MAINTENANCE & CARE It is critical to maintain a level of operator consistency after the soldering process has been properly established. While it can be easy to become complacent, one must always remember that a solder pot maintains a bath of molten solder at temperatures as high as 900°F that can easily lead to serious injury. Use dross skimmer to remove residue that develops at surface of molten solder, prior to dipping any components or parts into the solder bath.
MAINTENANCE & CARE Purging the Pot There may be times when it will be necessary to remove existing solder alloy from your solder pot crucible. Caution: The solder pot will be extremely hot during this process. Use appropriate PPE that will protect you from these high temperatures. 1. Ensure work area is smooth, level, and unobstructed. 2. Plug in the solder pot and heat until the entire solder bath has turned into its liquid state. 3.
TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Description Solution The solder is contaminated. Purge solder pot and replace solder (pg. 13). There is a residue on top of the solder. Use Dross Skimmer to remove residue (pg. 12). Solder pot does not turn on. 1. Is the power cord connected? • Connect power cord to outlet. 2. Is the GCFI tripped on your outlet? • Unplug your pot, reset the GCFI, and reconnect the power cord. 3. Has solder pot fuse blown? • Remove cover plate on bottom of pot.
REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement Parts List American Beauty solder pots are designed to allow for the servicing and replacement of component parts. Most repairs are straight forward for individuals with basic wiring and repair background and parts generally come with detailed instructions. However, if you wish to take advantage of our Repair and Refurbish program, contact us directly to make arrangements for us to fix your pots.
WARRANTY & SERVICE DETAILS Warranty Details American Beauty tools are warrantied to be free from defects in material and workmanship as outlined below. No warranty is made with respect to products which have been altered, subjected to abuse or improperly used. Consumable Parts - NOT COVERED Items include such parts as Soldering Iron Tips, Desoldering Braid, Resistance Soldering Elements and Electrodes, etc.
