Hi you need to open it up cut solder and elongate the wires. It needs hard soldering. The loose contacts are preventing it from going to lower temperatures. I had the same problem with mine 10-12 solder joints. You'll need some heat-shrink tubing when extending the wires. Best of luck.
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