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1. l Prepare solder While many forms of solder can be used for the charging of your pot we recommend bar solder cut into 1 pieces WARNING USE OF FLUX CORE SOLDER DURING CHARGING CAN RESULT IN EXCESSIVE SMOKING 1 pieces of bar solder 90 position Bar solder 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 Add additional solder As required carefully add additional pieces of solder to the growing solder bath until the solder level reaches the top of the crucible but not over the crucible lip Note A molecular bond forms between the tin in the solder and the iron in the crucible during the initial charging This creates a protective layer which will prevent future degradation of your solder pot from the tin found in most solder Do not disturb this layer Watch a video on the proper technique to charge your solder pot www americanbeautytools com v sp charging www americanbeautytools com 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 used2. 14 o 29 a w 4 a lt d 1 p J 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 contactus directly to make arrangements for us to fix your pots Dross Skimmer Assembly Model 300 Dross Skimmer Assembly Model 600 MP 9H Heating Element 100 watt cartridge heater Model MP 9 9304 In line Fuse Holder Models 300 amp 600 Watch our technician perform a few of the more basic repairs www americanbeautytools com 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 Serviceable Parts 90 DAY PERIOD Items include such parts as are Heating Elements Thermostats Voltage Controllers Cord sets etc It is the customer s responsibility to make themselves aware of proper operating parameters that when not followed can greatly reduce the life span of this type of part Standard American Beauty Pro
3. production environment Elements from it s grey cast iron crucible form a protective layer with the higher tin content in today s solders making it a great economical choice when going Lead free All American Beauty solder pots are RoHS compliant Common applications include dip soldering small electronic board assemblies re tinning soldering irons tips and pre tinning standard lead wires cable conductors and electronic component leads With this type of tool the operator plays an essential role in achieving quality end results avoiding injury and ensuring a long product lifespan Please ensure that you take the time to read this manual carefully It contains all the information required to understand how to properly set up operate amp maintain this American Beauty equipment Additionally please feel free to visit our full service website www americanbeautytools com for links to instructional videos product specifications a technical blog an on line shopping cart and much more The following video demonstrates how to quickly get started using your solder pot u www americanbeautytools com v sp quickstart www americanbeautytools com U yA LLI Zz O U U C e A Both of our 1 amp 2 5 Ibs solder pots arrive ready to use and come equipped with the following components in each box ENNIO a ERE EN RRN So 1 la oteren 1 o Nomen ET ETE The MiniPot arri
4. BAmerican BD Beauty A Soldering Solutions User Manual Industrial Quality Solder Pot Ul America Medel 600 y 2Y Ibs Industrial Solder P SD Do NOT LEAVE UNATTENDE ee MADE IN USA TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 INTRODUCTION 3 PRODUCT CONTENTS 4 5 Model 300 amp 600 Model MP 9 5 SAFETY 6 7 Safety Personal Safety Workspace Safety Device SET UP amp OPERATION 8 11 Selecting a Location 8 Charging the Solder Pot 8 Setting the Proper Temperature 10 Proper use of Solder Pot 11 MAINTENANCE amp CARE 12 13 Purging the Pot 13 TROUBLE SHOOTING 14 REPLACEMENT PARTS 15 WARRANTY amp SERVICE DETAILS 16 Company Information American Beauty Tools are made just outside of Detroit Michigan USA Ph 1 248 280 2810 1 800 550 2510 Fax 1 248 280 2878 Email info americanbeautytools com Website www americanbeautytools com American Beauty has been a fixture in the soldering tool market place 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 Your American Beauty solder pot has been manufactured to stand up to the rigors of today s demanding
5. 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 Use a standard testing device complete with thermal couple s Place a thermal couple into the center of your solder bath 2 Increase the temperature of the solder bath by turning the control knob in a clockwise direction Decrease by turning counter clockwise 3 Once you have determined the appropriate setting for your particular application record that setting for future reference Many operators choose to physically mark notch the faceplate on the solder pot itself 4 When additional solder is added to the solder bath a slight dip in the overall temperature of the pot will occur Plan accordingly Prepare item to be tinned free and clean of unwanted contaminants For items requiring flux dip component into flux and remove ensuring no excess dripping m SHTO x ANSA XIQUr i AUS LACO 241 ME TYCETT 2 s oi pA SOLD OUDER POUR SOUDURE one tg lj CURA REGULAR PASTA FU o FREE SANS PLOMB SIN NET WT 2 oz 56 79 3 Dip and withdraw component into molten solder using a smooth and even motion www americanbeautytools com It is critical to maintain a level of operator consistency after the soldering process has been pro
6. amp heat sensitive materials Never leave a solder pot unattended unless it is unplugged and completely cooled down Note When cooling solder will solidity on surface but will remain molten beneath the surface for an extended period of time Be sure to properly label work area when in use to identify the dangers of a hot solder pot On 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 Do not pick up pot at any time during operation Always ensure that the solder pot has been properly turned off at the completion of its use e Models 300 amp 600 these models use a bi metal thermostat to control temperature and should be turned to the lowest setting and unplugged to ensure they are u O f f e MP 9 this model s temperature control comes equipped with a positive off feature that can be both heard and felt The unit may be unplugged as well as a secondary caution Do not attempt to operate the solder pot with a frayed or damaged cord Do not operate the solder pot with the base plate removed th
7. ducts 3 YR PERIOD These items include all American Beauty soldering tools that don t fall into the two categories highlighted above Complete warranty details can be located on our company website at www americanbeautytools com warranty Eventually even the toughest soldering tools require minor repair work We have expanded our internal repair department and reassigned our most experienced technicians to work on repairs We implemented customized software to ensure accurate and timely processing of all returned products Save yourself unnecessary downtime and aggravation by taking advantage of American Beauty s world class repair and refurbishment service Contact us today to make arrangements or visit www americanbeautytools com repair
8. is could expose the operator to an electrical shock Do not attempt to remove the protective circuitry Never attempt to perform routine maintenance repairs diagnostics or install replacements while unit is plugged in Repairs should only be performed by a qualified technician familiar with the product www americanbeautytools com 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 e Area is well ventilated e Surface is both flat and level e Surface is both chemically and thermally resistant e Area is away from high volume foot traffic zones e Area is free from excess clutter e Workspace is not in the direct path of airflow from AC or furnace vent e Workspace is preferably on an inside wall or at least away from windows e Workspace has access to a properly grounded outlet whose output voltage matches that of your tool 110 120VAC or 220 240VAC e Workspace has adequate space that allows the power cord to hang freely Following these basic steps should ensure a suitably safe and efficient location for the operation of your solder pot Charging a solder pot is the common industry term that describes the process of adding solder to the solder pot for the first time Follow these easy steps to get your pot ready for every day usage
9. perly 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 Integrated skimmer moves dross onto the lip of the solder pot crucible where it dries up and can be easily removed Solder should be replenished regularly by adding small amounts of solder that can quickly assimilate with the rest of the solder bath This limits the temperature variation caused by adding large amounts of solder at one time 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 2 Ensure work area is smooth level and unobstructed Plug in the solder pot and heat until the entire solder bath has turned into its liquid state When solder has completely melted remove dross skimmer if necessary and unplug solder pot Carefully pour hot molten solder slowly into a temperature resistant container Allow solder in container to solidify and completely cool down before further handling Invert the now empty solder pot onto a sheet of aluminum foil over a heat resis
10. tant surface Plug the solder pot back in and turn the thermostat control knob to its maximum heat setting Allow the solder pot to heat for 15 20 minutes Any remaining dross will cinder away to a fine ash Unplug the solder pot and allow it to completely cool down Using a natural bristle brush remove all of the ash from the inside of the solder pot s crucible Take special care not to damage the surface of the crucible as this is your pot s protective layer The idea of purging your solder pot can be scary Watch how we do it www americanbeautytools com v sp purging www americanbeautytools com The solder is Purge solder pot and replace contaminated solder pg 13 Solder pot does not turn 1 Is the power cord connected on e Connect power cord to outlet 2 Is the GCFI tripped on your outlet e Unplug your pot reset the GCFI and reconnect the power cord 3 Has solder pot fuse blown e Remove cover plate on bottom of pot Remove fuse from holder and check If blown replace The solder pot is heating The heating element may have but is no longer getting expired Replace the element s hot enough Warning Disconnect the power cord prior to performing any service or diagnostics on your solder pot Failure to do so could cause serious harm and electric shock Service to your pot should be performed by qualitied personnel to avoid injury or damage or sent back to the factory for evaluation
11. ves ready to plug in and use and comes equipped with the following components in each box K LIPPE LAU LLL ME LILLE LLLA DEE U Z LLI Q U U C A ltem Solder Pot MP 9 Fully Assembled On Off Dial 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 com 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 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 This includes safety glasses protective gloves and sleeves if necessary to cover your body Do not operate solder pot while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Always operate the solder pot ina well ventilated area Some solders and fluxes release fumes that can be harmful Proper attention should be given to these materials and the ventilation required to exhaust these fumes Do not operate the solder pot in the presence of water and or combustible
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