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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
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2018 OEMTOOLS
™
HEAT GUN
5. Use a separate electrical circuit for power tools. This
circuit must consist of not less than 14-gauge wire and
should be protected by either a 15 Amp time-delayed
fuse or a circuit breaker. Before connecting the power
tool to the outlet, verify that the switch is in the OFF
position and that the voltage of the power source is
the same as the voltage that is indicated on the tool’s
nameplate. Running this Heat Gun at lower voltage will
damage the motor.
MINIMUM GAUGE (AWG) EXTENSION
CORDS (120 V use only)
Amperage rating
Total length
More
than
Not
more
than
25'
(7.5 m)
50'
(15 m)
100'
(30 m)
150'
(45 m)
0
6
18
16
16
14
6
10
18
16
14
12
10
12
16
16
14
12
12
16
14
12
Not applicable
HEAT GUN APPLICATIONS
The Heat Gun is a tool that can be used for many different
applications. As with any power tool, there are many
factors that will impact its effectiveness and level of
safety. It is important to be aware of these factors before
you begin to use the tool. The chart at right illustrates
examples of several Heat Gun applications and the ideal
temperature settings.
Heating applications are affected by several factors. The
density of the material being heated, ambient temperature,
wind, distance between the nozzle and the surface being
heated, and the heating technique will affect the speed
at which the surface will be heated. It is always safer to
start heating the surface with the Heat Gun temperature
set to LOW. Using the chart on this page, increase the
temperature setting to HIGH for those applications
requiring additional heat.
During the heating process, it is very important to
maintain a consistent distance between the nozzle and
the surface being heated.
NOTE
: The nozzle must be at least 2” (25 mm) from the
surface being heated to permit adequate air flow and to
prevent overheating.
Always keep the Heat Gun in motion during the heating
process. Inadequate motion will result in overheating and
possible damage to the surface or to the Heat Gun.
Application
Temp. Setting
Removing adhesive backed floor coverings
Low
Removing paint
High
Drying paint or plaster
Low
Heating electrical shrink tube
Low
Heating shrink wrap
Low
Thawing frozen locks
Low
Thawing frozen metal water pipes
High
Loosening seized bolts & nuts
High
Molding and bending plastics
Low
Waxing skis & snowboards
Low
Sealing ends of nylon or polypropylene rope
Low
WARNING
: Every time you use the Heat Gun, you
should verify the following:
1. The nozzle is not obstructed with debris.
2. Appropriate safety glasses, respirator mask, and
protective clothing are being worn.
3. Area adjacent to the heating application is clear of all
combustible materials.
4. Availability of water or fire extinguisher in case of a fire.
3 POSITION TRIGGER SWITCH
The Heat Gun has a 3-position trigger switch that acts
as both an ON/OFF switch and a temperature selector
switch (Fig. 1).
Fig. 1
1
2
To turn the Heat Gun ON at the lower temperature (250°
C or 482° F), squeeze the upper part of the switch (1).
To turn the Heat Gun OFF from the lower temperature
setting, squeeze the lower part of the switch (2) half way
until it clicks into the OFF position and the Heat Gun turns
OFF.
To turn the Heat Gun ON at the higher temperature
(450°C or 842°F), squeeze the lower part of the switch (2).
To turn the Heat Gun OFF from the higher temperature
setting, squeeze the upper part of the switch (1) half way
until it clicks into the OFF position and the Heat Gun turns
OFF.
NOTE
: When the switch is set to the lower temperature
setting, the motor speed will be slower and there will be a
reduced flow of hot air through the nozzle. The temperature
of the air will also be reduced to 482° F (250° C). When the
switch is set to the higher temperature setting, the motor
speed will be higher and there will be an increased flow of
hot air through the nozzle. The temperature of the air will
also be increased to 842°F (450°C).