Service manual

STP 11-25R13-SM-TG
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(6) A typical lead-cleaning tool (Figure A-8) is composed of 1/2-inch of tinned copper
shielding braid mounted in a spring-type holder. The lead to be cleaned is clamped between the braided
copper and moved back and forth. The copper will remove any oxidation and dirt particles from the lead.
A typewriter-ink eraser with a 1/2-inch slit in one end is normally used to clean terminals and other areas.
The eraser material contains ground abrasive pumice.
Figure A-8. Lead Cleaning Tools
(7) Flush cutters (Figure A-9) are used for close cutting of component leads. The pointed ends
make them especially useful in tight areas.
Figure A-9. Flush Cutters
(8) The acid brush is used with alcohol to clean flux residue from soldered connections. Never dip
the brush into the flux itself.
(9) A spudging tool (Figure A-10) is a wooden tool used to bend the resistor leads and to hold and
press leads against the PCB when soldering.
Figure A-10. Spudging Tool