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Configuration for 220 - 240VAC

Configuration for 110 - 120VAC

MODEL MT1500L - MICROTOUCHPLUS-LOC SOLDERING STATION

WARNING: This product, when used for soldering and similar applications, produces chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

PLEASE

Before using your new Weller

Microtouch MT1500LL unit, read this manual thoroughly. In only a few

minutes you will become familiar with your new station and be able to get the soldering performance youre

entitled to. Be sure to keep this manual in a handy place near the unit for reference.

SETTING INPUT POWER

This soldering station can operate on 120 VAC or 230 VAC at *50/60 Hz. The fuse holder located under the

power cord receptacle on the back of the station also functions as a voltage selector.

Before plugging the power cord into its receptacle, be sure that the proper voltage has been selected. If

not, pull the fuse holder out of the station and line up the arrow next to the desired voltage with the arrow

located in the lower right hand corner of the receptacle housing. See figures on right. Push the fuseholder

back into its socket and press until the holder face is flush with the housing.

THE FUSE HOLDER MUST BE POSITIONED FOR THE CORRECT VOLTAGE RATING OR DAMAGE TO THE

STATION COULD OCCUR.

IF THE FUSES NEED TO BE REPLACED FOR ANY REASON, DO NOT SUBSTITUTE DIFFERENT RATED

FUSHES. The two fuses installed are different. The arrows on the fuseholder points toward the fuse used

for that voltage. The 120VAC fuse is a 3 amp time delay fuse (Bussmann

MDQ-3) and the 230VAC fuse is a

1 amp time delay fuse (Bussmann

GDC-1 or S504-1).

Insert universal end of line cord into the receptacle located on the back of the power unit, and insert the plug

end into a properly grounded AC receptacle.

THE MT1500L STATION IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL AUTOMATIC RESETTING FUSE.

If the handle or tip were to short out, the fuse would heat up and switch off heater power. The

display and indicators would still light up but the heater power would stay off until the problem is

fixed and the station turned off for a few minutes to allow the fuse to cool. This fuse will also

switch off if an MT200 series tip is overworked.

INTIAL SET-UP

Unpack the unit carefully. Assemble tool stand as shown in the figure at right. Fill reservoir with

water and wet sponge. Distilled water is preferred. Install the desired tip (TIPS NOT INCLUED

WITH STATION, SEE TIP SHEET FOR STYLES AVAILABLE) into the receptacle end of the

handpiece until it is well seated. Insert tool into holder and connect tool plug to receptacle located

on the left front panel of power unit; rotate plug cover to lock plug into place.

Choose a mode of operation with the mode switch located on the front of the power unit (see

Modes of Operation). Temperature keys for 600°F (315°C), 700°F (371°C), and 800°F (427°C)

are included with the MT1500LL station. Select a temperature key for the soldering tip tempera-

ture desired and plug into socket located on the right side of the front panel. If the desired

temperature key is not installed, the key may be changed while power is on. Turn the station

on with the power switch located on the back of the unit. When the red Tool Ready LED on

the front panel lights, the tip is at temperature and is ready to use.

MODES OF OPERATION

TOUCH MODE

The Touch Mode is primarily intended for soldering very small components with microtips and to extended tip life with larger tips. In Touch Mode,

the tip is heated only when the touch ring located at the front of the handpiece and the metallic portion of the rear of the handpiece are both

touched by the operators hand. When contact is broken, power is turned off to the heater and the tip will cool to ambient temperature. The Touch

Mode will maximize tip life by preventing the tip from sitting at high temperature for extended periods of time. Occasionally, dry hand will cause the

Touch Mode to malfunction. In this situation, the use of a moisturizing hand lotion is recommended.

IDLE MODE

The Idle Mode operates similar to the Touch Mode; however, it incorporates a delay before cooling to 400°F. When contact is broken, after

approximately a 1 minute delay, the tip will cool to 400°F (204°C). Idle Model operation allows larger tips to heat back to the desired temperature

faster. It can also be used in place of the Touch Mode, if desired.

CONTINUOUS MODE

In the Continuous Mode the tip will remain heated to the selected temperature as long as the unit is operating. Continuous Mode is suited for very

large surface mount style tips. This mode of operation may reduce tip life.

Summary of content (4 pages)

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MODEL MT1500L - MICROTOUCHPLUS-LOC SOLDERING STATION WARNING: This product, when used for soldering and similar applications, produces chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. PLEASE Before using your new Weller® Microtouch MT1500LL unit, read this manual thoroughly. In only a few minutes you will become familiar with your new station and be able to get the soldering performance youre entitled to.
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TIP REPLACEMENT WARNING: To prevent accidental burns, be sure the power is turned off when changing tips and use the tip gripper. The Weller Microtouch MT1500LL unit is made for sue with the new Weller® MT200, MT300, MT600, and MT1200 Series Tips only. These tips are fitted with a special slip-fit connector that allows quick tip removal and attachment. Only handle the tips by the grip tube, because manipulating the tips while holding other parts of it may damage the tip and/or cause burns.
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TIP CALIBRATION The MT1500LL is calibrated at the factory using the MT320 Calibration Tip. To calibrate a specific tip for a certain temperature, insert the desired temperature Key into the panel socket and then measure the actual tip temperature. Adjust R57 (see below for location) to raise or lower the tip temperature to match the temperature printed on the key. STATION CALIBRATION WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGES ARE LOCATED INSIDE THIS UNIT. SERVICE SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS ONLY.
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REPLACEMENT PARTS PART NO. DESCRIPTION MT1501 Replacement Handle TC205 Sponge * 600°F Temperature Key * 700°F Temperature Key * 800°F Temperature Key *Contact Factory Repair Department for replacement keys. ACCESSORIES PART NO. DESCRIPTION MT001 Leather Tip Gripper Pad MT002 SMD Sponge Tool MT220 Calibration Tip, Conical .030D MT320 Calibration Tip, Screwdriver .047W MT620 Calibration Tip, Screwdriver .