Duratrax TrakPower TK950 User manual

Retaining nut Tip holder
Tip
Threads Threads
Tip Retainer Nut
Setup
1. If desired, place the included optional graphics wrap on the iron. Use the box and manual pictures
as a guide.
2. Connect the cord assembly to the receptacle by aligning the pins and pushing straight in. Secure it
by rotating the retaining clip clock-wise.
3. Saturate the cleaning sponge with water, and place it into the holder.
4. Set the control knob to the desired temperature.
5. Turn on the power switch. The light on the front of the unit blinks when the tip reaches the set
temperature.
6. If you need to set the soldering station to the same temperature for multiple jobs the temperature
control knob can be locked. Once the correct temperature has been selected, tighten the screw on
the underside of the temperature control knob with the provided 1.5mm wrench.
Use
1. For the longest tip life select the lowest temperature required to properly do the job.
2. Once the iron has reached the desired temperature, wipe the tip on the cleaning sponge to remove
any build up.
3. Once the tip has been cleaned, coat it with a thin layer of fresh solder. This is called “tinning the tip.”
4. Use the smallest amount of solder needed to properly do the job. Extra solder requires extra heat,
increasing the chances of overheating the item being soldered.
5. When nished, wipe the tip clean and tin it with fresh solder. Turn the iron off and let it cool before
storing.
Care
1. Clean the tip regularly using the cleaning sponge. This removes impurities and reduces the
oxidation that can limit heat transfer.
2. After every 4 hours of use: Allow the iron to cool. Remove the tip holder retaining nut, and wipe the
threads clean with a dry rag. Re-install the retaining nut nger tight. This will reduce the oxidation
build-up that could cause the nut to seize onto the retainer.
3. Do not leave the unit turned on for long periods of time when not in use. Prolonged heating can
degrade the tip even when not in use.
4. Always keep the cleaning sponge moist when using the iron. If the sponge is dry it will not clean the
tip properly and can burn.
5. To help reduce oxidation always wipe and tin the tip with fresh solder when done soldering.
6. Check the condition of the tip. Tip life can vary greatly depending on the temperature used. Replace
the tip if it becomes deformed, or if solder will no longer stick to it.
Replacing the Tip
1. Turn off, unplug and allow the iron to cool
to room temperature.
2. Loosen and remove the retaining nut.
3. Remove the tip holder.
4. Remove and dispose of the old tip.
5. Wipe the threaded section of the iron and retaining nut clean with a dry rag.
6. Install the new tip, holder, and retaining nut. The nut should only be set “nger” tight.
7. Plug in, and turn on the iron. When it reaches the desired temperature wipe the new tip clean on
the cleaning sponge, and tin it with fresh solder.
Replacement Parts
DTXR0960 908 iron
DTXR0965 Cleaning sponge
DTXR0968 3.2mm chisel tip
DTXR0969 2.4mm chisel tip (optional)
DTXR0970 1.0mm pencil tip
Optional Accessories
DTXR0975 TrakPower Rosin Core Lead Free Silver Solder
DTXR0976 TrakPower Rosin Core Silver Solder 100g
DTXR1015 TrakPower Cleaning Wire with Holder
Tip Retainer
Iron Holder
Cleaning Sponge
Temperature Control Knob
Power Switch
(low right side)
Cord Receptacle 1.5mm wrench
Power Indicator
Tips
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating in a manner that does not
endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others.
• Mishandling the iron could lead to burns or re. Tip temperature can reach 480°C/896°F.
• Do not use the iron for applications other than soldering.
• The soldering process produces smoke. Make sure the area is well ventilated.
• Always store the iron in the holder when not in use.
• Do not leave a hot iron unattended.
• Do not touch any of the iron’s metal parts while operating.
• Let the iron cool to room temperature before replacing tips.
• Do not use or store the iron near ammable items.
• Let the iron cool to room temperature before storing.
• Do not over tighten the temperature control lock screw.
• Do not adjust the temperature control knob if it is in the locked position.
• Turn the power off when nished using the unit.
NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole
discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com
or towerhobbies.com and click on the support tab or resources tab for this product.
Meaning of Special Language:
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of
potential harm when operating this product:
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property
damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of supercial injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical
property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property
damage AND little or no possibility of injury.
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features
of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in
damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and
requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible
manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not
intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible
components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon
Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is
essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly,
setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
Safety Precautions and Warnings
14+ AGE RECOMMENDATION: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
DTXR0950
®Soldering Iron
Instruction Manual

Contact Information
1-Year Limited Warranty
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the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of 1 year from the date of purchase.
What is Not Covered – This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic damage,
(ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to
improper use, installation, operation or maintenance, (iii) modication of or to any part of the Product,
(iv) attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product
not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, or (vi) Product not compliant with applicable
technical regulations, or (vii) use that violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations.
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AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY
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ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability of Horizon
exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted. As Horizon has no control
over use, setup, nal assembly, modication or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted
for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting
liability. If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use
of the Product, purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and unused condition
to the place of purchase.
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warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty at any time without notice.
WARRANTY SERVICES
Questions, Assistance, and Services – Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot
provide warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup or use of the Product has been started,
you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer
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process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)
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be included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection.
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hold non-compliant Product for a period of 60 days from notification, after which it
will be discarded.
10/2015
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Purchase Horizon Hobby Phone Number/Email Address Address
United
States
Horizon Service Center
(Repairs and Repair
Requests)
servicecenter.
horizonhobby.com/
RequestForm/
2904 Research Rd
Champaign, Illinois, 61822
USA
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(Product Technical
Assistance)
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Created 4/19 61068.1 DTXR0950
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Duratrax TrakPower Soldering Iron Station | DTXR0950
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
CAUTION: Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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