Ryobi P3100 Operation Manual - Page 8

MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause product damage. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc. While the tip is hot, wipe the tip against a damp sponge or a metallic wool pad to remove debris. Keeping a clean tip is important to extend the life of the tip and will improve solder melting and flow during use. REPLACING SOLDERING TIPS See Figure 8, page 10. WARNING: Always allow the soldering tip to cool for a minimum of 30 minutes before removing the tip. Touching a hot soldering tip can result in serious personal injury.  Remove the battery pack from the tool or disconnect from the power supply.  Loosen the nut by turning counterclockwise and remove from tip.  Remove the sleeve by sliding off the pen.  Pull to remove the tip and insert a replacement tip. Push the new tip onto the ceramic heating element.  Hold the body of the pen and slide the sleeve over the new tip.  Reinstall the nut. STORAGE Always remove the battery pack and allow the soldering iron to cool completely before storing. WARNING: Always remove the battery pack before storage to ensure the product is off. Allow a minimum of 30 minutes of cool-down time before storage. Storing a soldering iron with a hot tip can cause serious burns and/or ignite combustible objects. NOTE: ILLUSTRATIONS START ON PAGE 9 FOLLOWING FRENCH AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS 8 - English