Hakko Electronics FM-205 User manual

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Desoldering tool
Instruction Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the HAKKO FM-205 desoldering station.
Please read this manual before operating the HAKKO FM-205.
Keep this manual readily accessible for reference.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PACKING LIST AND PART NAMES .................................. 1
2. SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 2
3. WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, NOTES AND EXAMPLES ......... 3
4. INITIAL SETUP ................................................................. 4
5. OPERATION .................................................................... 7
6. PARAMETER SETTINGS ................................................ 11
7. MAINTENANCE ............................................................. 14
8. ERROR MESSAGES ...................................................... 20
9. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ........................................ 21
10. PARTS LIST ................................................................... 23
11. WIRING DIAGRAM ......................................................... 26

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Ceramic paper filter
(10 pcs.)
Receptacle
Card slot
Fuse
External
air inlet
Filter case cover Power
receptacle
Power
switch
Control card
Card tie
Filter pipe assebmly
Desoldering tool (Nozzle is not included)
Handle
(for gun configuration)
Cleaning drill
(for heating element) Nozzle remover
Iron holder
Tip cleaner
Power cord
Connecting cable
ON
OFF
Tip tray *HAKKO FM-2027 (not included) can be
connected to HAKKO FM-205.
*When using above FM-2027/FM-2026
soldering iron, please use it with
the dedicated iron holder.
1. PACKING LIST AND PART NAMES
HAKKO FM-205 desoldering station ............... 1
MODEL FM-2024 desoldering tool ................. 1
Filter pipe assembly (For replacement) ............. 1
Control card ................................................... 1
Power cord ..................................................... 1
Connecting cable ........................................... 1
Iron holder with tip cleaner .............................. 1
Handle (for gun configuration) .......................... 1
Cleaning drill (for heating element) ................... 1
Nozzle remover................................................ 1
Ceramic paper filter (For replacement/10 pcs.) .... 1
Tip tray ........................................................... 1
Instruction manual .......................................... 1
●HAKKO FM-205 desoldering station
●Accessories
Please check to make sure that all items listed below are included in the package.
●Option
HAKKO FM-2027 (FM-2026)

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Filter pipe assembly
Replace as a cartridge.
Front holder Back holder
Back holder release button
The back holder will be locked
until this button is presssed.
Nozzle release button
Remove the nozzle from
the grip while pressing this button.
Nozzle
(Not included)
Back holder bushing
Push button
Suction start switch (when straight grip is used).
Trigger
Suction start switch (when
gun style handle is used).
Slide button
To remove the gun handle,
slide the button up to unlock it.
2. SPECIFICATIONS
●HAKKO FM-205 desoldering station
Power Consumption 80 W
Temperature Range 200 to 450ºC (400 to 840ºF)
Temperature Stability ±5°C (±9°F) at idle temperature
●Station
Output 24 V
Dimensions (W x H x D)
160 × 120 × 225 mm (6.3 × 4.7 × 8.9 in)
Weight 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs.)
Vacuum Generator Ejector type
Vacuum Pressure (Max.) 93kPa (28 in. Hg)
Suction Flow 20 L/min.*
Applied Air Pressure 490 kPa (71 psi) When in use (trigger
or button is pressed)
Compressed Air Consumption 46 L/min.
* This suction flow is measured at the filter case suction port of
Station.
●HAKKO FM-2027 (Option)
Power Consumption 70 W (24 V)
Tip to Ground Resistance < 2 Ω
Tip to Ground Potential < 2 mV
Total Length (w/o cord) 188 mm (7.4 in.) with 2.4D tip
Weight (w/o cord)
30 g (0.067 lb./1.07 oz.)with 2.4D tip
Cord 1.2 m (4 ft)
●MODEL FM-2024 desoldering tool
Power consumption 70 W (24 V)
Temperature range 350 - 450°C (650 - 840°F)
Tip to ground potential < 2 mV
Tip to ground resistance < 2 Ω
Length, less cord 180 mm (7.0 in.)
Weight, less cord & hose 65 g (2.3 oz.)
Length of cord 1.2 m (4 ft.)
* The temperatures were measured using the HAKKO FG-
101 soldering tester.
* This product is protected against electrostatic discharge.
●MODEL FM-2024 desoldering tool
CAUTION
This product includes such features as electrically conductive plastic parts and grounding of the handpiece and station as
measures to protect the device to be soldered from the effects of static electricity. Be sure to observe the following instructions:
1. The handle and other plastic parts are not insulators, they are conductors. When replacing parts or repairing, take sufficient
care not to expose live electrical parts or damage insulation materials.
2. Be sure to ground the unit during use.
* Specications and design are subject to change without notice.
電路板
吸錫槍部分
插頭
插座
焊鐵座

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3. WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, NOTES AND EXAMPLES
Warnings, cautions and notes are placed at critical points in this manual to direct the operator’s
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.
NOTE: A NOTE indicates a procedure or point that is important to the
process being described.
EXAMPLE: An EXAMPLE is given to demonstrate a particular procedure, point
or process.
CAUTION
When power is ON, tip temperatures will be between 350 and 450°C (660 - 840°F). To
avoid injury or damage to personnel and items in the work area, observe the following:
lDo not touch the tip or the metal parts near the tip.
lDo not allow the tip to come close to, or touch, flammable materials.
lInform others in the area that the unit is hot and should not be touched.
lTurn the power off when not in use, or left unattended.
lTurn the power off when connecting the MODEL FM-2024 or storing the HAKKO
FM-205.
lThis 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.
lChildren should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
To prevent accidents or damage to the HAKKO FM-205, be sure to observe the
following precautions.
Use only filtered air. Set the input air pressure between 490 and 686 kPa (71 and 100
psi) while allowing air to flow by pulling the trigger.
lDo not use the HAKKO FM-205 for applications other than soldering or desoldering.
lDo not strike the iron against hard objects to remove excess solder. This will damage
the iron.
lDo not bend or damage the control card. If the card does become damaged, do not
force the card into the station slot.
l Remove power and iron cords by holding the plug − not the cord.
lDo not modify the HAKKO FM-205.
lUse only genuine Hakko replacement parts.
lDo not allow the HAKKO FM-205 to become wet, or use it with wet hands.
lBe sure the work area is well ventilated. Soldering produces smoke.
lWhile using the HAKKO FM-205, don’t do anything which may cause bodily harm or
physical damage.

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A. Iron holder
●Operation
First, remove any excess solder from the tip by
thrusting the tip into the cleaning wire. (Do not
wipe the tip against the wire. This may cause
molten solder to spatter.)
1. Insert the holder assembly securely into the
Iron holder base.
2. When the wire becomes dirty or loaded with
solder, turn the wire until a clean surface is
presented.
3. When changing the cleaning wire, lift the case
top vertically to prevent solder debris from
falling out.
4. Place the spare tips in the tip tray.
●Use of the sleep function
When using the sleep function, insert one end of
the connecting cable into the jack at the back of
the iron holder and the other end into the jack at
the back of the desoldering station to connect
them.
CAUTION
• Be sure to turn off the power before connecting or
disconnecting the connecting cable.
• Securely insert the plug all the way into the jack.
B. MODEL FM-2024
●Connecting and replacing the filter pipe
Pull the back holder until it locks, then
insert the filter pipe assembly with the opening
to the nozzle side. Ensure that the outer
surface of the filter pipe assembly is even with
the handle support. If the filter pipe assembly
is tilted, a leak may occur.
To replace the filter pipe assembly, press back
holder release button , pull the back holder
to lock it, change the filter pipe assembly, then
lock the filter pipe assembly. Replace the filter
pipe assembly in the cartridge.
4. INITIAL SETUP
Jack to connecting cable
Connecting cable
CAUTION
The surface of the filter pipe
assembly may be very hot.

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Attaching and replacing the nozzle cartridge
Insert the nozzle cartridge fully into the grip
as shown in the illustration. Once the nozzle
cartridge is inserted, it is locked automatically.
CAUTION
The nozzle can be very hot. To attach or remove the nozzle
cartridge, be sure to use the nozzle remover to preclude
the possibility of breaking the grip or cartridge.
The replace the nozzle cartridge, insert the
nozzle remover into the flange of the nozzle
cartridge, press the nozzle release button Aand
remove the nozzle cartridge.
CAUTION
The nozzle may be very hot.
The nozzle remover may be left mounted on
the end of the straight grip when not in use to
prevent it from being misplaced.
●Using the desoldering iron in the gun
configuration.
To use the desoldering iron in the gun
configuration, attach the handle to the straight
grip.
●Using the desoldering iron in the pen
configuration.
To remove the handle, slide down the button
located on the rear of the handle to unlock it,
then slide the handle toward the back of the
MODEL FM-2024.
HAKKO FM-2027 (Option)
Inserting the tip:
●Holding the front end of the tip, insert it into
the sleeve assembly.
CAUTION
Insert the tip into the sleeve assembly until it clicks into
place. When you hear it clicks, avoid forcing the tip into the
sleeve assembly.
●Insert the tip securely into the connector.
NOTE:
Improper insertion of the tip will cause to appear
on the display.
Align the parts and slide the handle
toward the front.
The handle will be locked
automatically.
1
2
Push
1
2
Nozzle
remover
Hold this part to insert the tip into the sleeve assembly.
Hold this part to insert the tip into the connector.
CAUTION
When holding the head of the tip, there is a danger of burn.
Be sure to use the heat-resistant pad.
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Not sensitive to vertical orientation

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C. Desoldering station
CAUTION
• Be sure to unplug the cord by holding the plug.
• Securely insert the connecting cable all the way into the jack.
●The HAKKO FM-205 detects when the iron is
removed from the iron holder and sends this
data to the station via the connecting cable.
That data is then used for various functions.
●Connection
1. Connect the power cord to the inlet on the
rear of the station.
(Connect the plug from the MODEL FM-2024
to the receptacle on the HAKKO FM-205.)
CAUTION
Connect the plug to the receptacle, aligning the tab on the
plug with the opening on the receptacle.
2. Put MODEL FM-2024 into the iron holder.
3. Connect the hose from the MODEL FM-2024
to the lter case cover on the HAKKO FM-205
Station.
4. Connect the station to the shop air supply/
compressor.
Use only filtered air to eliminate the probability
of dust, water, and oil content from fouling the
mechanism.
Adjust the pressure to 490 kPa (71 psi) with
the regulator while allowing air to flow by
pressing the button (or pulling the trigger) on
the handpiece.
CAUTION
If you attempt to adjust the pressure without allowing air
to flow, or if the tube size is not as specified, the suction
capability will decrease. Ensure that the regulator shows
less than 882 kPa (128 psi) when the trigger is turned OFF.
If pressure equal to or higher than this value is applied,
damage may result.
Jack to connecting cable
Connecting cable
Plug
projection Push the plug in as far as it will go,
and try to remove it without pressing
the release pin. If it stays in the
receptacle it is properly seated.
Receptacle opening
FM-2024
24V-70W
Insert all the way to the base.
typical interconnection
CAUTION
Be sure to use an air filter. Foreign matter in the piping or
the air supply can jam the solenoid valve, causing a failure.
5. Plug the power cord into a grounded wall
socket.
Ensure that the power switch is OFF before
inserting the AC plug.
CAUTION
Be sure to ground this product as it is ESD safe by design.
6. Turn ON the power.
CAUTION
The HAKKO FM-205 does not function properly if the
power is turned on with the trigger pressed. Release the
trigger and then turn the power ON.
FM-2024
24V-70W
Joint
Threaded portion
outside diameter ø6mm
(ø0.24in.)
Tube
Use a tube with inner diameter of
4 mm (0.16 in.) minimum.
Use length of 3 m (9.8 ft.) maximum.
Regulator
Adjust to 490
kPa (71 psi)
Air filter
Removes foreign
matter, dust, oil
content, and
water content
Compressor
Station

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Controls and displays
Controls
The front panel of the HAKKO FM-205 has four
controls.
.........End of sequence signal (terminates a
phase of a data entry mode). When
pressed for less than one second,
displays settings already stored.
.........Initiates a data entry mode.
.........Increases the displayed value.
...Decreases the displayed value.
The HAKKO FM-2027 and the MODEL FM-
2024 can be connected to the HAKKO FM-205
Station.
The lamp on the grip operates as follows.
In use ................ Lights
Sleep mode....... Blinks slowly
Off mode ........... Off
Error .................. Blinks quickly
Operation
1. Turn the power switch ON.
2. By default, when the set temperature is
reached, the buzzer sounds, indicating that
the unit is ready.
The heater lamp on the front panel starts
blinking.
5. OPERATION
Displays
The HAKKO FM-205 has a three-digit display
element.
Depending on the selected mode, it will display:
●Sensor temperature (of the iron tip)
●Data entry:
Selected quantity (See the data entry
procedures.)
●Temperature scale:
ºC or ºF, depending on selection
●Error detection (See ERROR MESSAGES.)
An audible buzzer is provided to alert the
operator:
●When the station has reached the set
temperature, the buzzer will sound once.
(Default setting)
●When the low temperature threshold has been
crossed, the buzzer will sound continuously.
This buzzer will shutoff when the sensed
temperature returns to the acceptable range.
●When a foreign substance, an incompatible
tip, or the soldering end of the tip is inserted
into the HAKKO FM-2027, the display will
blink and the buzzer will sound continuously.
●When the auto-power shutoff function is
activated and power to the heater is shut off,
the buzzer sounds three times.
CAUTION
By default, the temperature is set to 350ºC (660ºF).
You can confirm the set temperature by pressing the
button. The set temperature will be displayed for two
seconds.
CAUTION
When not in use, set the iron in the iron holder.
button
button
button
button
Receptacle

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Insert the card.
Press the or button.
Press the or button.
Press the button once.
Press the button once.
Press the button once.
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Changing the temperature setting
 •MODELFM-2024
Temperature setting range
ºC................350 to 450ºC
ºF ................660 to 840ºF
 •HAKKOFM-2027(Option)
Temperature setting range
ºC................200 to 450ºC
ºF ................400 to 840ºF
Example: Changing the temperature from
350ºC to 400ºC
1. Insert the control card into the station.
●The hundreds digit of the display begins to
ash. This indicates that the unit has entered
the temperature setting mode and data may
be entered.
2. Enter the hundreds digit.
●Press the or button to set the
hundreds digit. When the desired figure is
displayed, press the button. The tens digit
begins to ash.
3. Enter the tens digit.
●Press the or button to set
the tens digit. When the desired figure is
displayed, press the button. The units digit
begins to ash.
4. Enter the units digit.
●Set the desired units digit in the same way
as for the tens digit, and then press the
button. The temperature is recorded to the
internal memory, and heater control begins
after the new set temperature is displayed.
To change the set temperature with
the control card in the station:
NOTE:
If you enter a value outside the temperature setting range
(see the table above), the display returns to the hundreds
digit, and you have to enter a correct value.
CAUTION
If the power is turned off without completing the
temperature setting, the new set temperature will not
be recorded.
1. Press and hold the button for at least one
second. The current temperature setting is
displayed, and then the hundreds digit begins
to ash one second later. This indicates that
the station has entered the temperature
setting mode.
Follow steps 3 to 4 on “Changing the
temperature”.
2. If the button is not pressed and held for at
least one second, the current set temperature
is displayed, and then the tip temperature is
displayed.

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●Entering the tip offset value
Example:
When the set temperature is 400ºC and
the actual tip temperature is 410ºC: The
difference in temperature is 10ºC, so enter
–10 as the current offset value.
1. Insert the control card into the station.
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The station enters the temperature setting mode.
2. Press the button.
●The station enters the offset entry mode.
Press the or button to set the
hundreds digit.
The values that can be entered in ºC or ºF are 0
(for positive values) and - (for negative values).
3. Select or and press the
button.
The tens digit begins to ash. Enter the offset
value.
The values that can be entered to the tens
digit are 0 to 5 in ºC (0 to 9 in ºF).
The tens and units digits are set with the
offset value range.
Allowable offset value range
ºC................. –50 to +50ºC
ºF ................. –90 to +90ºF
If you enter a value outside the allowable
offset value range, the display returns to
the hundreds digit, and you have to enter a
correct value.
CAUTION
In the offset entry mode (when the display is flashing), the
tip temperature is controlled by the current offset value.
4. Verify the tip temperature.
Press the button once.
Press the or button.
Press the or button.
Press the button once.
Press the button once.
Press the button once.
NOTE:
The station stores the offset values for each tip type.
For example, connect the HAKKO FM-2027 to the
station and enter the offset value (–10ºC). Next, change
to the MODEL FM-2024 and enter the offset value
–20ºC). When you reconnect the HAKKO FM-2027, the
offset value is set to –10ºC automatically.
The temperature accuracy of iron tips is ±15°C (±27°F) (except for designated tips) when using the default offset
values. If a higher temperature accuracy is required, use the following offset function: