Goot POT-100C User manual

SOLDER POT
POT-100C /POT-103C
POT-200C /POT-203C
OPERATION MANUAL
POT-203C
POT-103C
TAIYO ELECTRIC IND.CO.,LTD.
Thank you for buying a goot Solder Pot. Your new solder pot has been engineered and manu-
factured to the goot high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety.
Please follow this operation manual for your continued safety and operational comfort.
WARNING
Before using the solder pot, read this Owner's Operation
Manual. Failure to follow the safety precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual could result in serious injury and property
damage.
KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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WARNING
Failure to obey a safety warning could result in serious injury
or death to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety
precautions to reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or
personal injury.
CAUTION
Failure to obey a safety caution could result in a minor or
moderate injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the
safety precautions to reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or
personal injury.
SAFETY MARK DEFINITIONS
The following marks of WARNING and CAUTION are defined below.
Please make sure you fully understand the contents to ensure proper use and
protection of operator and others from injury and damage.
NOTE
A note or word of advice. Always follow as the note tells you.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY MARK DEFINITIONS ......................................................... 2
1. TABLE OF CONTENTS / SAFETY................................................ 2
2. SAFETY INFORMATION .............................................................. 4
3. SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................... 5
3-1 FEATURES ......................................................................... 5
3-2 SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................. 6
4. PACKAGE CONTENTS ............................................................... 6
5. HOW TO SETUP........................................................................... 7
5-1 SETUP................................................................................. 7
5-2 FUNCTIONS OF CONTROL PANEL ................................... 8
5-3 HOW TO SET ..................................................................... 9
6. MAINTENANCE .......................................................................... 10
7. IN THE EVENT OF A FAILURE ................................................. 10
8. REPLACEMENT PARTS .. ......................................................... 11
8-1 REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES ....................................... 11
8-1 REPLACEMENT / OPTION PARTS .................................. 13

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2SAFETY INFORMATION
1. KNOW YOUR SOLDER POT
Read the operation manual carefully. Safe operation of the unit requires that you read
and understand this operation manual and all labels affixed to the unit. You should be
alert to the possible dangers, application and usage restrictions on this unit.
2. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS
Do not use it in damp, humid or wet locations, or expose it to rain. Do not use outside.
Never use it in a potentially explosive area. Ignition may occur through the heater.
Keep the work area well lit.
3. KEEP CHILDREN AND BYSTANDERS AWAY FROM THE UNIT
Do not let bystanders touch the unit. All children and bystanders should be kept a safe
distance from the work area.
The solder pot is not to be used by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have given
supervision or instruction. Children being supervised not to play with the solder pot.
4. USE CORRECTLY
Do not use this for any purpose other than dipping into solder. Do not touch any side
of the solder pot when it is hot except the temperature control panel and the main
power switch.
5. WEAR PROPER APPAREL AND SAFETY GLASSES
Do not wear loose clothing such as a necktie. Tie up long hair. Clothing or hair can be
burnt by coming into the solder in the pot or surrounding heated parts.
WARNING
WARNING
Do not attempt to operate the unit before you have read
thoroughly and understood completely all instructions,
safety rules, etc. contained in this manual.
Make sure that the machine must be grounded at all times
to prevent electrical shocks and static electricity. If it is
not properly grounded, electrical shocks may occur.
To assure safe operation, read and always follow the rules below.

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6. CONNECT TO A CORRECT POWER SUPPLY
Do not use with any power voltage other than the indicated voltage.
7. DO NOT BEND THE POWER CORD
Keep the power cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Requires periodic inspec-
tions. If the power cable is damaged then the solder pot should be returned to the
distributor or authorized service center for replacement.
8. BE CAREFUL ABOUT THE EROSION OF THE BATH
The pot will become corroded by the solder over long-term operation. This corrosion
may cause a hole, and melted solder leakage. Thus, the bath needs to be replaced
before solder corrodes bath surfaces.
SOLDER Sn-Pb Eutectic solder Sn-Ag-Cu Lead-free solder
Operating Temperature 250°C 350°C 270°C 450°C
POT-100C/200C 3 years 1year Not available
POT-103C/203C 5 years more 5 years 3 years
This table compares the bath lives of goot POT-100C/200C and POT-103C/203C. It is only a
guide. When using more chlor-flux, erosion is faster. And note that the chlorine will rust the
bath surface.

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Please observe the following in order to prevent solder splashing.
The splashed solder may badly burn you. Please be careful.
•Do not let the spatula get wet.
Steam is generated when a wet spatula contacts the molten
solder. This may cause solder to splash.
•Please use only the bundled spatula when you
would like toremove oxide.
Anything used in place of the spatula (Spoon,etc.) may cause
solder to splash. The spatula has unique features which cannot be
substituted.
•Spatula surface must be clear and smooth.
Anything adhering to the spatula may cause solder to splash.
•If spatula has rust, please replace it with a new one.
MODEL POT-100C POT-103C POT-200C POT-203C
Voltage
110V, 120V, 220V, 230V,240V
AC 50/60Hz
110–120V, 220–240V
AC 50/60Hz
110V, 120V, 220V, 230V,240V
AC 50/60Hz
110–120V, 220–240V
AC 50/60Hz
Power Consumption 440W 900W 650W 1400W
Max. Temperature 350℃450℃400℃450℃
Control System PID Control
Dimensions 220×380×124(H) ㎜220×450×124(H) ㎜
Bath Dimensions 91x135x60(D)mm 8 2 s110 x 5 3 ( D) mm 130x180x60(D)mm 108x173x53(D)mm
Weight approx. approx. 4.5kg approx.8kg approx.6kg approx.11k g
Max. Solder Volume approx. 5.5kg approx. 3.5kg approx. 9.5kg approx. 7kg
Bath Material SUS316 Cast Iron SUS316 Cast Iron
Temp. Accuracy ±[(1.25% of display temperature)+1°C]
Power Cord 3-prong cord 1.3m
w/ground plug
3-prong cord 1.5m
w/o plug
3-prong cord 1.3m
w/ground plug
3-prong cord 1.5m
w/o plug
• Dual digital display shows set temperature and measured temperature visually.
• PID temperature control minimizes deviation between the actual solder temperature and
the set temperature.
• Warning lamp to detect any deviance from set temperature range.
• Lead-free applicable (POT-103C/203C)
3-1 Features
3-2 Specifications
The PID controller is preset to the optimum temperature 270°C for dipping PCBs.
The ALM (alarm) lamp will light up when the temperature is 5°C higher or lower than the
set temperature.
For further information about the temperature controller installed in the solder pot,
please refer to the operation manual RB series(RKC INSTRUMENT INC.) included in
the box.
NOTE
3SPECIFICATIONS
WARNING

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Makesurethatalltheitemslistedbelowareincluded.Andstorethepackaginguntil
makingsurethatthepotfunctionsproperly.
• Main unit
• Instruction manuals (for POT, RB series quick operation / Parameter)
• Tray
• Slag holder
• Slag remover
• Solder bath cover
POT-100C/ 103C
POT-200C/ 203C
Tray
Slag holder
Slag remover
Solder bath cover
*POT-200C only
Tray
Slag holder
Slag remover
Instruction manuals
RB series
quick operation
RB series
Parameter Instruction
4PACKAGE CONTENTS

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Hook the slag holder
WARNING
Be sure to install the solder pot on a firm metal bench. The solder pot
becomes heavy with the solder. The solder pot and surroundings also
become very hot. Handle with care to avoid fire or burning yourself.
1. Position the tray provided under the solder pot.
2. Hook the slag holder to the side of the top plate.
3. Check that the power switch is OFF (O side), and connect the power cord.
*POT-100C/200C : Plug the power cord into an outlet.
*POT-103C/203C : Connect the power cord to the switchboard.
(If using power plug, be careful about its power rating.)
4. Put the appropriate volume of solder into the bath. (See Max. solder volume in the
specifications)The proper amount of melted
solder is about 1cm below the rim of the pot.
5. Turn the main power switch ON (to I side).
6. Set the temperature, following the setting
procedures of the control panel explained in 5-3.
Thefactory default temperature is 270°C.
7. After setting, the control output lamp (OUT1) of the control panel will
light up, and temperaturecontrol will start. The solder melts in about
40-50 minutes. Remove the oxidized slag on the soldersurface with the
slag remover, and start dipping.
8. Be sure to turn OFF the main power switch when solder pot is not in
use, and when stepping awayfrom the unit.
5-1. Set up
Use the solder pot cover for the POT-200C included with the solder pot.
Before turning the solder pot ON each day, be sure that it is properly on the top and
do not remove until the solder melts fully.
The solder may splatter from the solder pot while it is melting.
Be careful when removing the plate, as it is hot and will cause
burns.
Failure to cover the solder pot could result in serious injury, a fire
or damage.
1cm1cm
Tray
Slag holder
yellow-andgreen
stripes:earth
blueorbrown
(singlewire)
5HOW TO SET UP
WARNING

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SET R/S
MAN STOP DO1 DO2OUT2OUT1AT
SV1
PV
⑥
⑦
①
②
③
④
⑤
⑧ ⑨ ⑩
① PRESENT VALUE (PV) DISPLAY
Displays the actual measured value (PV) and
each parameter.
② INDICATION OF MEASUREMENT UNITS
Displays the unit of temperature(˚C or ˚F), or
manipulated value(MV) or each parameter.
③SETTING VALUE (SV) DISPLAY
Displays the manipulated value(MV) or each
parameter.
④KEY LOCK LAMP
Lights up when the unit is in Key Lock mode.
⑤ AT LAMP
 Flashes during the Auto-Tuning mode (AT).
OUTPUT LAMP OUT1 : Lights up when OUT1 is ON.
OUTPUT LAMP OUT2 : Lights up when OUT2 is ON.
MAN LAMP : Lights up when manual (MAN) mode.
STOP LAMP : Lights up when in control stopped.
DO OUTPUT : LAMP Lights up when each event
output (DO1-DO4) is ON.
⑥STEP VALUE LAMP
Lights up the lamp which meets the setting value
(SV1-SV4) in use when using step SV function or
timer function.
⑦SET KEY
Use to call up the parameter or set the value.
⑧ SHIFT KEY
Use to shift the digits for setting change.
⑨ DOWN KEY
Use to decrease the setting value.
⑩ UP KEY
Use to increase the setting value.
5-2. Functions of Control Panel

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Enter the setting mode
Press the
SET
key to enter the SV setting mode.
The lowest digit in the SV display will flash.
Digit shifting
Press the <R/S key and shift the flashing digit to the
ten's digit.
Every pressing of the <R/S key will shift the flashing
digit as shown right.
Increase/decrease the value
Press key and display the number "0".
key increases the value, and key decreases
the value.
Registering the set value
After finishing the settings, press the
SET
key.
The display stops flashing the set value, and shows
PV SV mode.
Digit shifting
Press the <R/S key and shift the flashing digit to the
hundred's digit.
And press the key to select the number "4".
Example: Inputting 400˚C as the set value (SV) (PV value: 30˚C).
NOTE
The setting value cannot be set above the max operating temperature. See max operating
temperature in the 3-2.specifications.
SET
R/S
RKC RB100
MANSTOP DO1 DO2OUT2OUT1AT
SV1
PV
SET
R/S
RKC RB100
MANSTOP DO1 DO2OUT2OUT1AT
SV1
PV
SET
R/S
RKC RB10 0
MANSTOP DO1 DO2OUT2OUT1AT
SV1
PV
SET
R/S
RKC RB100
MANSTOP DO1 DO2OUT2OUT1AT
SV1
PV
SET
R/S
RKC RB100
MANSTOP DO1 DO2OUT2OUT1AT
SV1
PV
SET
R/S
RKC RB100
MANSTOP DO1 DO2OUT2OUT1AT
SV1
PV
5-3. How to set the value

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•Make sure that the tip of the sensor is always in the melted solder. Always keep the melted
soldervolume at about 1cm below the rim of the pot.
• When using the solder pot for long periods, oxidized dross may accumulate around the walls
of thesolder bath. This can cause poor heat transmission from the heater, overheating and
insufficientheating of the solder. Periodically scrape the walls of the solder bath with the spatula
included withthe unit to remove oxidized dross. And handle with care to avoid fire or burning
yourself.
Proceed with the following steps if you have any problems.
1. Check that the power cord is plugged in, and the circuit breaker is set to the ON position.
2. Check that the power cord is not damaged. If you notice any signs of damage, please contact
yourdistributor.
3. Check that the fuse has not blown out. If the fuse has blown out, please replace it (POT-
100C/200C/103C).
4. On POT-203C the main power switch has a built-in breaker function. If the main power
switchdoes not turn ON, this situation may cause a leak current and/or short-circuit. Unplug the
powercord and contact your distributor.
6MAINTENANCE
7IN THE EVENT OF A FAILURE

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WARNING
Turn off the main power switch and unplug the power cord before
changing the solder bath, heater or sensor. Do not start replacing work
until the unit has completely cooled down.
Heater Replacement
POT-100C/200C
1. Turn off the main power switch and unplug
the power cord. Wait till the bath has
completelycooled down.
2. Remove the sensor-fixing bracket. Take out
the bath and sensor from the solder POT
unit. Handlewith special care not to damage
the sensor.
3. Dismount the top plates A & B.
4. Take out the shield board.
5. Remove the nuts (2 locations) which fix the
heater-lead wire. Be careful not to loosen the
bottomnuts.
6. Remove the nuts which fix the ground wire.
7. Pull out the bath only.
8. Take out the heaters.
9. Reassemble with new heaters, reversing
these steps.


shield board


top plate B

heater-xing bracket

sensor-xing bracket

heatersA
heatersB
heaters
bath
bath


top plate A
8-1. Replacement procedures
8REPLACEMENT PARTS

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WARNING
Sensor replacement must be done in melted solder. It is very dangerous.
Contact your nearest distributor
POT-103C/203C
1. The same steps as the procedure of
Heater Replacement POT-100C/200C 1-5.
2. Remove the screws which fix the ground
wire.
3. Pull out the bath with the front heat
insulation board.
4. Remove the screws which fix the fixing
bracket. Take out the heaters A & B, and
dismount the heatinsulation board.
5. Remove the nuts (2 locations) and take out
the heater lead wire.
6. Fix the heater lead wire to new heaters
with the nuts (2 locations).
7. Reassemble with new heaters, reversing
these steps.
Bath Replacement
POT-100C/200C
1. The same steps as the procedure of Heater Replacement POT-100C/200C 1-2.
2. Pull out the bath.
3. Mount a new bath.
POT-103C/203C
1. The same steps as the procedure of Heater Replacement POT-103C/203C 1-4.
2. Remove the screws and take out the ground wire.
3. Fix the ground wire to a new bath with the screws.
4. Reassemble with new heaters, reversing these steps.
Sensor Replacement


shield board


top plate B

heater-xing bracket

sensor-xing
bracket 
heatersA
heatersB
heaters
bath
bath


top plate A

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NO. ITEM
①Heater [POT-100CH]
Specify voltage to order : 110V,120V, 220V, 230V or 240V
②Bath [POT-100CP]
③Fuse 250V 10A
④-⑥ Heat insulation board set (Only available as a set)
⑦Tray for POT-100C/103C
⑧Slag remover for POT-100C/103C/200C/203C
⑨Slag holder for POT-100C/103C/200C/203C
⑩PCB holder for dipping (Option) PCB-1
POT-100C
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①
②
③
top plate C
top plate B
top plate A
sensor-fixing bracket
④
⑤
⑤
⑤
⑥
⑦
⑧
⑩
⑨
sensor
8-2. Replacement / Option parts
POT-100C
NO.
ITEM
1
Heater [POT-100CH]
2
Bath [POT-100CP]
3
Fuse 250V 10A
4-6
Heat insulation board set (Only available as a set)
7
Tray for POT-100C/103C
8
Slag remover for POT-100C/103C/200C/203C
9
Slag holder for POT-100C/103C/200C/203C
10
PCB holder for dipping (Option) PCB-1

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①
②
③
top plate C
sensor
④
⑥
⑦
⑧
⑨
⑪
⑩
②
heater-fixing bracket
⑤
heater-fixing bracket
heater-fixing bracket
sensor-fixing bracket
top plate B
top plate A
NO. ITEM
①Heater at bottom face [POT-103CHA]
Specify voltage to order;
110V–120V or 220–240V
②Heater at side face [POT-103CHB]
③Bath [POT-103CP]
④Fuse 250V 10A
⑤-⑦ Heat insulation board set (Only available as a set)
⑧Tray for POT-100C/103C
⑨Slag remover for POT-100C/103C/200C/203C
⑩Slag holder for POT-100C/103C/200C/203C
⑪PCB holder for dipping (Option) PCB-1
POT-103C
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①
②
③
top plate C
top plate B
top plate A
sensor-fixing bracket
④
⑤
⑤
⑤
⑥
⑦
⑧
⑩
⑨
sensor
8-2. Replacement / Option parts
POT-100C
NO.
ITEM
1
Heater [POT-100CH]
2
Bath [POT-100CP]
3
Fuse 250V 10A
4-6
Heat insulation board set (Only available as a set)
7
Tray for POT-100C/103C
8
Slag remover for POT-100C/103C/200C/203C
9
Slag holder for POT-100C/103C/200C/203C
10
PCB holder for dipping (Option) PCB-1

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①
②
⑬
③
top plate C
Sensor
-
fixing bracket
sensor
④
⑦
⑤
⑦
⑥
⑨
⑩
⑫
⑪
⑧
top plate B
top plate A
NO. ITEM
①-② Heater [POT-200CHS]
Specify voltage to order : 110V,120V, 220V, 230V or 240V
③Bath [POT-200CP]
④Fuse 250V 10A
⑤-⑧ Heat insulation board set (Only available as a set)
⑨Tray for POT-200C/203C
⑩Slag remover for POT-100C/103C/200C/203C
⑪Slag holder for POT-100C/103C/200C/203C
⑫PCB holder for dipping (Option) PCB-1
⑬Solder pot cover POT-200C-TCV
POT-200C

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③
top plate B
sensor
⑥
⑤
⑥
④
⑧
⑨
⑪
⑩
①
②
②
heater-fixing bracket
⑦
heater-fixing bracket
sensor-fixing bracket
heater-fixing bracket
top plate A
top plate C
NO. ITEM
①
Heater at bottom face [POT-203CHA] Specify voltage to order;
110V–120V or 220–240V
②
Heater at side face [POT-203CHB]
③Bath [POT-203CP]
④-⑦ Heat insulation board set (Only available as a set)
⑧Tray for POT-200C/203C
⑨Slag remover for POT-100C/103C/200C/203C
⑩Slag holder for POT-100C/103C/200C/203C
⑪PCB holder for dipping (Option) PCB-1
POT-203C

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