8. BASIC HEAT GUN OPERATIONS
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FIG.3
FIG.4
FIG.5
Note: The following instructions should only be
used as a guide as the ideal temperature should be
ascertained by performing a test on the workpiece.
Heating efficiency will vary depending on the
properties of the workpiece, and the distance kept
between the metal nozzle and the workpiece itself.
8.4 PAINT REMOVAL FROM WINDOW
FRAMES – FIG.3
Important: Do not direct the hot air gun at the glass
during use as it may crack. Always use the glass
protection nozzle
(7)
. Do not touch the glass with
the hot nozzle.
8.5 HEATING AND SHAPING PLASTIC
TUBING – FIG.4
Fit the reflector hook nozzle
(9)
. Switch the hot air
gun on to the low heat setting and, carefully heat
the tubing evenly moving it from side to side.
8.6 DEFROSTING WATER PIPES
– FIG.5
Important: Do not defrost plastic tubing/piping.
Fit the reflector hook nozzle
(9)
. Switch the hot air
gun on to the higher heat setting and, gently heat
the frozen area of the pipe starting from the edge of
the area and moving in towards the centre.
Important: Take care not to heat the pipe too
quickly as this could cause the pipe to crack and
burst. Do not overheat water pipe joints as these
are only soldered together (max. 200ºC).
(7)
(9)
(9)
