K ENWORTH T680 MIRRORS - SERVICE MANUAL 8. Apply heat evenly around the length of the tubing from the center and out to the ends until the tubing recovers and the adhesive flows. Continue distributing the heat over the butt splice until the solder flows into the wire strands. Remove the heat and allow it to cool for a perfect connection. 9. Repeat step 4 - 8 above for the other wire. 10. Install OAT sensor as shown in 6.3.1 4 5 6 7 8 For Best Results : Use a heat device capable of producing a temperature of 500 °F. When using an open flame, do not isolate the flame on one area of the tubing. Make sure to distribute the heat evenly.
Failure to heat the connector until the solder is melted will result in an inferior connection. Overheating the connector may cause damage to the tubing. The use of a liquid flux is recommended, especially with used wire. For more information see the following website (video available): http://www.calcentron.com/Pages/elektralink/elektralink_sealed_solder_connectors.html Copyright © Lang Mekra North America 2014 Page 13 of 28 Revised: 03/2014