CMi 304487, Original Instructions Manual

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• Make sure that the device is switched off before
plugging in the mains cable.
•
Make sure that the device is switched off before
unplugging it.
• Disconnect the power supply before transporting
the device.
Device-specific safety instructions
• Make sure the workplace is adequately venti-
lated. Residual gases and vapours can be harm-
ful to health.
• Do not operate the product in moist environments
or allow it to become moist.
• Careless handling of the product increases the
risk of fire and explosion.
•
Flammable and toxic gases can develop when
working with synthetics, paints, varnishes and
similar materials. Do not work in the proximity of
highly flammable gases or materials.
• Heat can reach flammable parts that are not visi-
ble.
• Do not use the product in the same position for a
long time.
• Risk of burns! Do not touch the hot nozzle. Wear
protective gloves.
• Never point the hot air current at persons or ani-
mals.
•
Never use the product as a hair dryer or for drying
clothing.
• Do not move the nozzle too close to the part to be
treated. The resultant build up of air can cause the
product to overheat.
• Do not block the air inlet openings.
• Let the product completely cool before storing.
The hot nozzle can cause damage and fires.
• Remember that moving parts may also be located
behind ventilation and venting slots.
•
Symbols affixed to your tools may not be removed
or covered. Information on the device that is no
longer legible must be replaced immediately.
Read and observe the instructions for use be-
fore using for the first time.
Personal protective equipment
Wear fire-resistant protective gloves (protec-
tion against heat sources) when working with
the product.
Wear a suitable respirator mask when work-
ing with the product.
Your product at a glance
►
P. 3, item 1
1. Nozzle
2. Air inlet openings
3. On and Off switch
4. Stand
►
P. 3, item 2
5. Air-blast nozzle
6. Reducing nozzle
7. Reflector nozzle
8. Palette knife
Supplied as standard
•
Instructions for use
• Heat gun
• Cap nozzles (4×)
• Palette knife
Operation
Potential applications
Removing paint and paint residues
– Heat up paint or residual paint on the surface to
be treated using the hot air gun and remove using
a suitable tool.
Dissolving adhesives
– Many adhesives can be softened using heat.
Joints can be separated or excess glue can be
removed in this way.
Soft soldering
– The product is suitable for spot soldering or sol-
dering pipes. The fusing temperature of the solder
must be below 400 °C.
Bonding and deforming synthetic materials
– Heat up synthetic materials by consistent see-
saw movements. Use suitable hot adhesives for
bonding.
Drying
– The product can be used for drying coats of
paints, binders and sealants.
Shrinking
– Select the shrink hose according to the workpiece
and heat up evenly using the hot air gun.
Thawing of water pipes
– Always heat up the frozen section from edge to
middle. Exercise extreme caution when heating
up plastic pipes and joints between pipe sections
in order to prevent damage.
Cap nozzles
Note: The actual appearance of your prod-
uct may differ from the illustrations.
DANGER! Danger of death! Water pipes
can sometimes be difficult to tell apart from
gas pipes. Under no circumstances may gas
pipes be heated.
WARNING! Health risk due to rising
vapours!
Wear an appropriate respirator
mask and make sure the workplace is ade-
quately ventilated.
NOTICE! Risk of damage! An excessive
supply of heat can cause damage to the
workpiece. Perform a sample operation in a
safe place.
WARNING! Risk of injury! The nozzle
must not be replaced until the device has
cooled off and has been disconnected from
the mains.