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Electrical Safety

1. 

power tool plugs must match the outlet.  
Never modify the plug in any way.  
Do not use any adapter plugs with grounded 
power tools.

  Unmodified plugs and matching 

outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

2. 

Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces 
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and 
refrigerators. 

 

There is an increased risk of 

electric shock if your body is grounded.

3. 

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet 
conditions.

  Water entering a power tool 

will increase the risk of electric shock.

4. 

Do not abuse the cord.  Never use the cord 
for carrying, pulling or unplugging the 
power tool.  Keep cord away from heat, oil, 
sharp edges or moving parts.  

Damaged or 

entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

5. 

When operating a power tool outdoors, 
use an extension cord suitable for 
outdoor use.

  Use of a cord suitable for outdoor 

use reduces the risk of electric shock.

6. 

If operating a power tool in a damp location 
is unavoidable, use a Ground Fault circuit 
Interrupter (GFcI) protected supply.

 

Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

personal Safety

1. 

Stay alert, watch what you are doing 
and use common sense when operating 
a power tool.  Do not use a power 
tool while you are tired or under the 
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

  

A moment of inattention while operating power 
tools may result in serious personal injury.

2. 

Use personal protective equipment.  
Always wear eye protection.

  Protective 

equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety 
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for 
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

3. 

prevent unintentional starting. 
Ensure the Trigger is in the off-position before 
connecting to power source, picking up or 
carrying the tool.

   

Carrying power tools with your finger on 
the Trigger or energizing power tools that 

have the Trigger on invites accidents.

4. 

Do not overreach.  Keep proper footing and 
balance at all times.

  This enables better control 

of the power tool in unexpected situations.

5. 

Dress properly.  Do not wear loose clothing or 
jewelry.  Keep your hair, clothing and gloves 
away from moving parts.

  Loose clothes, jewelry 

or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

6. 

If devices are provided for the connection of 
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure 
these are connected and properly used.

  

Use of 

dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

7. 

Only use safety equipment that has been 
approved by an appropriate standards agency.

  

Unapproved safety equipment may not provide 
adequate protection.  Eye protection must be 
ANSI-approved and breathing protection 
must be NIOSH-approved for the 
specific hazards in the work area.

power Tool Use and care

1. 

Do not force the power tool.  Use the 
correct power tool for your application.

  

The correct power tool will do the job better and 

safer at the rate for which it was designed.

2. 

Do not use the power tool if the Trigger  
does not turn it on and off.

  

Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the 
Trigger is dangerous and must be repaired.

3. 

Disconnect the plug from the power source 
before making any adjustments, changing 
accessories, or storing power tools.

  

Such preventive safety measures reduce the 
risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

4. 

Store idle power tools out of the reach of 
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar 
with the power tool or these instructions 
to operate the power tool.

  Power tools are 

dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

5. 

Maintain power tools.  check for misalignment 
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts 
and any other condition that may affect the 
power tool’s operation.  If damaged, have the 
power tool repaired before use.

  Many accidents 

are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

6. 

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

  Properly 

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges 

are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

7. 

Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits 
etc. in accordance with these instructions, 
taking into account the working conditions 
and the work to be performed.

  Use of the 

power tool for operations different from those 

intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Summary of Contents for 96712

Page 1: ...rence 17l When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyright 2007 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manua...

Page 2: ... which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Addresses practices not related to personal injury IMpORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION General power Tool Safety Warnings Read all safety warnings and all instructions Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and instructions for future reference The term power t...

Page 3: ...l times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations 5 Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts 6 If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Use of d...

Page 4: ...he tool 10 Do not leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet Turn off the tool and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving 11 Use clamps not included or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control 12 This product is not a toy Keep it ou...

Page 5: ... to carry electricity away from the user reducing the risk of electric shock See 3 prong plug and Outlet 2 The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the tool The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal See 3 prong plug and Ou...

Page 6: ...rd outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use 7 Make sure the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it 8 Protect the extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas TABLE A REcOMMEND...

Page 7: ... 3 4 L B Curved Rounded Tip 2 1 8 L C Bent Tip 1 1 2 L Setup Before Use Read the ENTIRE IMpORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product Note For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to Parts List and Diagram on page 11 Functions Barrel Nozzle c cradle On ...

Page 8: ...ts together at 90 use Nozzle 1 for the tack weld first Then use Nozzle 21 or 22 for the line weld 5 Set the Potentiometer 20 at 0 Then plug the Power Cord 19 into a 120 volt grounded electrical outlet 6 Turn on the Power Switch 14 Adjust the Potentiometer 20 to reach the desired temperature see Figure A Allow the Plastic Welder to warm up for several minutes before starting to weld Part Nozzle Typ...

Page 9: ...c material will melt at different temperatures the Potentiometer must be properly adjusted 2 Hold the Welder with one hand With the other hand hold the welding rod Hold the welding rod close to the Nozzle about 1 4 to 3 8 away 3 You are now ready to begin the welding operation 4 When finished welding set the Potentiometer to 0 Rest the Plastic Welder on its Cradle to keep the hot Nozzle from touch...

Page 10: ...s reset button on tool 4 Have technician service tool Tool operates slowly 1 Forcing tool to work too fast 2 Extension cord too long or cord diameter too small 1 Allow tool to work at its own rate 2 Eliminate use of extension cord If an extension cord is needed use one with the proper diameter for its length and load See Extension Cords in Grounding section on page 5 Performance decreases over tim...

Page 11: ...OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO parts List part Description Qty 1 Nozzle C Bent 1 2 Barrel 1 3 Insulating Tube 1 4 Heating Element 1 5 Insulating Disk 1 6 Circuit Board Cover 1 7 Rubber Ring 1 8 Fan 1 9 Control Circuit Board 1 10 Fan Cover 1 11 Seal Rubber Ring 1 part Description Qty 1...

Page 12: ...w the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date an...

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