Rapid EG340, Operating Instructions Manual

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ELECTRIC HOT MELT APPLICATOR: EG340
Operating instructions
Technical Characteristics
Dimensions (HxLxW) 21 x 26,5 x 5 cm
Weight : 0.7 kg
Working voltage : 220V-240V~, 50Hz
Power rating : 220W
Temperature : 120-220°C
Regulation : Thermostat
Glue sticks: Rapid Ø 12mm
Safety Instructions
Read safety rules and instructions
carefully before using this machine.
• This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use
of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not use or store this machine in a humid
environment. Do not place it where it may be
splashed by water. Do not expose it to extreme
changes in temperature during or directly after use.
• Only use it indoors on a clean, dry work surface.
Excessive dust and dirt may reduce lifetime of this tool.
• Never unplug the machine by pulling the cable.
• If the power cable is damaged or cut, remove the
plug from the electric socket immediately and
do not use the machine. It must be replaced by
the manufacturer or its service agent or a similar
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Unplug the machine when not in use, before any
servicing operations (maintenance, cleaning etc.)
• Always verify that the appliance is attached to a
ground socket.
• When using an electric extension cable, check that
it is in good working order and that it has a ground
socket.
• Never use the tool if it is damaged in any way.
• Never insert objects other than Ø12mm Rapid glue
sticks into the machine.
• Never remove a glue stick that has already been
inserted.
• It is normal for this tool to become quite warm
during use. This is normal and does not indicate a
problem.
• Hot Surfaces: the nozzle of the appliance and the
glue can reach a temperature of approx. 230°C. Do
not touch the heated nozzle or the hot adhesive.
Avoid any contact with the skin. If you burn yourself,
put the burn in cold water immediately. Never try to
remove a large quantity of glue without medical help.
• Keep children away. Children should not use this
glue gun.
• When applying at a height, take all the necessary
precautions to ensure that the glue does not run
onto the operator or onto any object. Make sure that
you have enough protection wear (skin, eyes)
• Some materials are heat-sensitive and can be
damaged by the hot nozzle or even the hot glue.
Whenever possible, test a piece of scrap material or
a hidden portion of the object being repaired.
• Stay alert. Pay attention to your work. Beware of any
dripping hot glue from your project. Use common
sense. Do not operate this gun when you are tired.
Do not operate under the influence of alcohol or
other drugs that may impair your physical abilities.
• When you have finished using the machine, unplug
it and wait until it has cooled. Never immerse glue
gun in water or other liquids to speed cooling
process. Allow it to air cool only. The glue gun
should be stored in a closed dry and secure place
(tool box, drawer, cupboard, etc.).
Instructions for Use
Plug the glue gun into a suitable socket, red light on
the switch means the power is on.
• Allow the tool to heat for approximately 3-5 minutes.
Insert a glue stick in the back of the tool.
• When the gun is fully heated, squeeze the trigger
slowly, until the melted material begins to flow from
the nozzle. Release the trigger to stop the glue flow.
• Set the temperature button to adjust the operating
temperature between 120-220° C.
• Work with glue gun trigger to adjust the output and
speed of the glue stick.
• To change the nozzle, the glue gun should be slightly
warm but unplugged.
• Unscrew the nozzle using gloves.
Temperature control Changing Nozzle