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Operating instructions

Important safety instructions

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the
risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

Hidden areas such as behind walls, ceilings, floors, soffit boards and other panels may
con-tain flammable materials that could be ignited by the heat gun when working in
these loca-tions. The ignition of these materials may not be readily apparent and could
result in property damage and injury to persons.
When working in these locations, keep the gun moving in a back-and-forth motion.
Lingering or pausing in one spot could ignite the panel or the material behind it.

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Warning: Extreme care should be taken when stripping paint. The peelings, residue
and vapors of paint may contain lead, which is poisonous. Any pre-1977 paint may
contain lead and paint applied to homes prior to 1950 is likely to contain lead. Once
deposited on surfaces, hand to mouth contact can result in the ingestion of lead.
Exposure to even low levels of lead can cause irreversible brain and nervous system
damage; young and unborn children are particularly vulnerable.
Before beginning any paint removal process you should determine whether the paint
you are removing contains lead. This can be done by your local health department or
by a professional who uses a paint analyzer to check the lead content of the paint to
be removed. LEAD-BASED PAINT SHOULD ONLY BE REMOVED BY A PROFESSIONAL
AND SHOULD NOT BE REMOVED USING A HEAT GUN.

Persons removing paint should follow these guidelines:

1. Move the work piece outdoors. If this is not possible, keep the work area well

ventilated. Open the windows and put an exhaust fan in one of them. Be sure the
fan is moving the air from inside to outside.

2. Remove or cover any carpets, rugs, furniture, clothing, cooking utensils and air ducts.
3. Place drop cloths in the work area to catch any paint chips or peelings. Wear

protective clothing such as extra work shirts, overalls and hats.

4. Work in one room at a time. Furnishings should be removed or placed in the center

of the room and covered. Work areas should be sealed off from the rest of the
dwelling by sealing doorways with drop cloths.

5. Children, pregnant or potentially pregnant women and nursing mothers should not

be present in the work area until the work is done and all clean up is complete.

6. Wear dust respirator mask or a dual filter (dust and fume) respirator mask which

has been approved by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA),
the National Institute of Safety and Health (NIOSH), or the United States Bureau of
Mines. These masks and replaceable filters are readily available at major hardware
stores. Be sure the mask fits. Beards and facial hair may keep masks from sealing
properly. Change filters often. DISPOSABLE PAPER MASKS ARE NOT ADEQUATE.

7. Use caution when operating the hot air tool. Keep the heat gun moving as excessive

heat will generate fumes which can be inhaled by the operator.

8. Keep food and drink out of the work area. Wash hands, arms and face and rinse

mouth before eating or drinking. Do not smoke or chew gum or tobacco in the work
area.

9. Clean up all removed paint and dust by wet mopping the floors. Use a wet cloth to

clean all walls, sills and any other surface where paint or dust is clinging. DO NOT
SWEEP, DRY DUST OR VACUUM. Use a high phosphate detergent or trisodium
phosphate (TSP) to wash and mop areas.

10. At the end of each work session put the paint chips and debris in a double plastic

bag, close it with tape or twist ties and dispose of properly.

11. Remove protective clothing and work shoes in the work area to avoid carrying

dust into the rest to the dwelling. Wash work clothes separately. Wipe shoes off
with a wet rag that is then washed with the work clothes. Wash hair and body
thoroughly with soap and water.

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