Instruction Manual Thank you for purchasing the HAKKO FX-888D soldering station. Please read this manual before operating the HAKKO FX-888D. Keep this manual readily accessible for reference. Please check to make sure that all items listed 1. PACKING LIST AND PART NAMES below are included in the package. HAKKO FX-888D Station 1 Cleaning wire 1 HAKKO FX-8801 Soldering iron 1 Iron holder (with cleaning sponge) 1 HAKKO FX-8801 Instruction Manual 1 Cord assembly Iron receptacle Cleaning sponge Receptacle Power switch Cleaning wire Iron holder HAKKO FX-888D Station base Iron holder *HAKKO FX-8802 / FX-8803 / FX-8804 (not included) can be connected to HAKKO FX-888D station. *When using the HAKKO FX-8802/FX-8803/FX-8804, please use it with the applicable iron holder. 2. SPECIFICATIONS HAKKO FX-8801 Soldering iron Power consumption 70W Power consumption 65W (26V) Station Tip to ground resistance < 2 Output voltage AC 26V Tip to ground potential < 2 mV Temperature range 400 - 899 (200 - 480) Heating element Ceramic heater Temperature stability 1.8 (1) at idle temperature Cord length 3.9 ft. (1.2m) Dimensions (W H D) 3.9(W) 4.7(H) 4.7(D) in. Total length (w/o cord) 8.5 in. (217mm) with 1.6D tip (100 120 120 mm) Weight (w/o cord) 0.10 lb. (46g / 1.62 oz.) with 1.6D tip Weight (w/o cord) 2.6 lb. (1.2kg) * The temperature was measured using the FG-100 thermometer. * This product is protected against electrostatic discharge. * Specifications and design are subject to charge without notice. Electrostatic Protection This product includes such features as electrically conductive plastic parts and grounding of the unit as measures to protect the device to be soldered from the effects of static electricity. Be sure to observe the following instructions: 1. The plastic parts are not insulators, they are conductors. When making repairs or replacing parts, take sufficient care not to expose live electrical parts or damage insulation materials. 2. Be sure to ground the unit during use.3. WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES Warnings, cautions and notes are placed at critical points in this manual to direct the operators attention to significant items. They are defined as follows: WARNING: Failure to comply with a WARNING may result in serious injury or death. CAUTION : Failure to comply with a CAUTION may result in injury to the operator, or damage to the items involved. Two examples are given below. WARNING When power is ON, tip temperatures will be between 400 to 899. (200 and 480) To avoid injury or damage to personnel and items in the work area, observe the following: Do not touch the tip or the metal parts near the tip. Do not allow the tip to come close to, or touch, flammable materials. Inform others in the area that the unit is hot and should not be touched. Turn the power off when not in use, or left unattended. Turn the power off when changing parts or storing the HAKKO FX-888D. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid personal injury or damage to the unit. The unit is for a counter or workbench use only. To prevent accidents or damage to the HAKKO FX-888D, be sure to observe the following: Do not use the HAKKO FX-888D for applications other than soldering. Do not strike the iron against hard objects to remove excess solder. This will damage the iron. Do not modify the HAKKO FX-888D. Use only genuine Hakko replacement parts. Do not allow the HAKKO FX-888D to become wet, or use it with wet hands. Remove power and iron cords by holding the plug. not the wires. Be sure the work area is well ventilated. Soldering produces smoke. While using the HAKKO FX-888D, dont do anything which may cause bodily harm or physical damage. 4.INITIAL SETUP A. Setup the iron holder Large sponge 1. Fit the small sponge pieces into the hollows of the iron holder base. 2. Add an appropriate amount of water into the iron holder base. The small sponge will absorb water and help keep the large sponge damp at all times. Small sponge 3. Dampen the large sponge and place it on the pieces iron holder base. CAUTION Be sure the sponge is moistened with water before use to avoid damaging the tip. *When using a Cleaning Wire Place it in the iron holder as shown on the right. See 2.Using a Cleaning Wir in section7. MAINTENANC B. Connect the iron to the station CAUTION Push on the plug until Be sure to turn off the power before connecting or Receptacle it stops, making sure it is disconnecting the cord assembly for the iron to and securely connected. from the receptacle to avoid damaging the circuit board. 1. Connect the cord assembly to the receptacle. To disconnect, hold the plug and pull it out of the receptacle. CAUTION Do not use any iron other than those listed in Section 1 of this manual. Doing so may result in inadequate performance and / or possible damage to the unit. 2. Place the iron into the iron holder. 3. Plug the power cord into an appropriate power supply. CAUTION The unit is protected against electrostatic discharge and must be grounded for full efficiency.