Earlex HEAT GUN HG 1500, Operating Instructions Manual

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PLEASE READ
BEFORE USE
.Danger of burns -
Always wear a pair
of heavy grade work gloves, non PVC
type.
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Do not touch the hot nozzle.
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When changing accessories, switch off
and allow the accessory and nozzle to
cool.
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Allow the tool to cool down before
storage. A hot nozzle can cause
damage.
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Do not leave the tool unattended.
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Never allow children to operate or play
with the heat gun.
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Do not carry the heat gun by the mains
cable.
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Do not allow heat to be directed
onto the mains cable.
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Before every use check the condition
of the plug and cable. If this is
damaged in any way do not use.
Repairs must be carried out by a fully
qualified electrician.
.Never use the tool as a hair dryer.
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Always ensure there is adequate
ventilation as gases and vapours may
be given off when stripping paint.
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Do not restrict any air flow from the
nozzle outlet or fan inlet louvres.
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Do not allow the machine to become
damp or be operated in damp
conditions.
.Danger of fire or explosion.
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Poisonous or inflammable gases may
be produced when working with paints
(especially older type lead paints),
varnishes, plastics and similar
materials.
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Never use the heat gun close to
inflammable materials, heat may be
conducted to combustible materials
which are out of sight.
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Ensure the heat gun switch is in the off
position when connecting to the mains.
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Never under any circumstances aim
the heat gun at another person or
animal.
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Ensure there is adequate ventilation
and protective masks and goggles are
used.
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Ensure children are excluded from the
work area.
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It is recommended a RCD (residual
current device) rated at 30mA is fitted
into the mains socket for added
protection against electric shock.
SAFETY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Power Supply 230V 50Hz~
Max. Output 1500 Watts
Temp at Outlet Position 1) 300°C
Position 2) 500°C
Weight (excl 765g
Accessories)
ABOUT THE HG1500
The HG1500 is a highly versatile
electric heat gun which can be used for
many different applications, such as
removal of paint, defrosting of water in
metal pipes, forming and welding plastic
and reducing heat-shrinkable tubing.
TO OBTAIN THE BEST RESULTS
FROM YOUR HEAT GUN PLEASE
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE USE.
HEAT SETTINGS
The Heat Gun has two settings:
1. Low heat - for use where the
workpiece or surroundings must
not be allowed to get too hot.
Setting~300°C.
2. High heat - for faster heat up
time of the workpiece where you
can also operate the gun at a
greater distance.
Setting~500°C.
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