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Operation
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Make sure the power switch is in the
0
before connecting it to a wall socket.
When you are ready to start work make sure that the power switch is in the
desired position,
I
or
II.
Within a minute the heat gun will have come up to
operating temperature.
•
The heat gun can be placed on a flat surface (with the nozzle pointing
upwards), which allows your hands to be free for other things. Avoid getting too
close to the nozzle.
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When removing paint, use a suitable paint scraper and work from the top
down. Scrape off paint with smooth even strokes while simultaneously
warming the paint in front of the scraper with light back and forth motion. When
the paint has become adequately warm you can remove even thick layers with
a single stroke. If evenly and properly warmed, paint can be removed for the
entire width of the scraper.
•
The scraping edge must be cleaned often to be sharp and effective. Scrape off
the paint immediately after heating as the paint hardens quickly.
•
For uneven surfaces, the paint must first be heated until it softens and then be
removed with a steel brush.
•
Cover all areas not to be heated, near the area to be heated with non-
flammable material.
•
Never point the heat gun towards a window or any other glass surface.
•
The heat gun can be positioned upright on its handle (with the nozzle facing up).
The heat gun can be used in this position leaving both hands free. After use the
heat gun should be in the upright position and allowed to cool before storage.
Main areas of use: The heat gun is suitable for the removal of oil and latex based
paints. It cannot remove stains, primer and wood treatment residue.
N.B.
Emissions from lead paint can be dangerous to your health. Always provide
for good ventilation when working indoors.
Removing paint/varnish
When you have practiced a bit according to the recommended advice you will no-
tice that your work will become a lot easier. Experiment on a small area first before
proceeding onto larger areas.
•
Turn on the power and let the gun gradually come up to operating temperature.
The nozzle should be at a distance of about 8 -10 cm from the paint to be
removed. After a short while the paint will begin to soften and form blisters.
•
Do not overheat. Otherwise the paint will begin to burn and it will be harder
to remove.
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