Hakko 808 probelm

[N6JW]

Hi Elecrafters:

I was almost finished doing the toroids in the KPA100 when
my Hakko 808 desoldering tool went on the blink.

I find it an indispensable tool for stripping and tinning the leads.
All of a sudden it hardly gets hot at all.  Just barely melts
solder at the tip.

I've had the unit for a year and a few months with no problems.
I've checked around, cleaned out the pipe, the solder collection
unit and filter.  Tried changing the temp setting. The pump works
fine.

I suspect the heating element.  Is this a common fault?  
Any suggestions?  Would this be a warrantee item?

Thanks
73 John N6JW

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