INTRODUCTION
• This tool is intended for the removal of paint, the forming
and welding of plastic, and the warming
of heat-shrinkable tubing; the tool is also suitable for
soldering and tinning, loosening adhesive
joints and defrosting water pipes
• Read this instruction manual carefully, before you use
the tool, and pay special attention to the
safety instructions; save this instruction manual and
other documentation supplied with this tool
for future reference
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
8000
Input
1600W
Temperature
300°/550°
Air flow
250/500 l/min.
Weight
0.7 kg
SAFETY
BEFORE USE:
• Check the functioning of the tool before each use and, in
case of a defect, have it repaired immediately by a
qualified person; never open the tool yourself
• Inspect tool cord and plug before each use and, if
damaged, have them replaced by a qualified person
• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a
capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)
• Inspect the extension cord periodically and replace it, if
damaged
• Only use the original SKIL accessories supplied with the
tool (only 8000 in plastic case)
• Use the tool and its accessories in accordance with this
instruction manual and in the manner intended for the
tool; use of the tool for operations, different from those
normally expected to be performed by the tool, could
result in a hazardous situation
• This tool should not be used by people under the age of
16 years
• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the
voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool
• Be sure tool is switched off when plugging in
DURING USE:
• Handle the tool with care; prevent fire and burns
- do not touch the air outlet/nozzle and the heated
object; they become extremely hot
- do no hold the air outlet/nozzle too close to the object
to be worked on
- do not direct the hot air stream towards the same
surface for too long
- never look down the air outlet/nozzle
- wear protective gloves and use safety glasses
- never direct the hot air stream towards persons or
animals
- never use the tool for drying hair
- do not leave the tool unattended
- never use the tool in the proximity of inflammable
gases or combustible materials
- when working with plastic, paint, varnish and similar
materials, inflammable and poisonous gases may be
produced; inform yourself beforehand about the
materials to be worked on
- take into account, that heat may be transferred to
combustible materials out of eyesight
- to be on the safe side, have a bucket of water or a fire
extinguisher handy, in case any material catches fire
• Prevent electrical shock
- never poke anything down the air outlet/nozzle
- avoid body contact with earthed surfaces (e.g. pipes,
radiators, ranges, refrigerators)
- ensure the tool does not get wet
- do not use the tool in damp locations
- when used outdours, connect the tool via a fault
current (FI) circuit breaker with a triggering current of
30 mA maximum, and only use an extension cord
which is intended for outdour use and equipped with
a splashproof coupling-socket
• Handle the cord with care
- always keep away the cord from the hot air stream
and the air outlet/nozzle
- keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges
- do not carry the tool by the cord, and do not yank the
cord to disconnect it from the socket
- do not suspend the tool by the cord
• Never use the tool in conjunction with chemical solvents
• Make sure work area is adequately ventilated
• Keep work area clean and well lit
• Keep children away from work area
• Stay alert; watch what you are doing, use common
sense and do not operate the tool when you are tired
• Take a secure stance; do not overreach, especially on
ladders and stages
• Ensure that the tool is switched off, before putting it
aside
• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,
immediately switch off the tool and disconnect the plug
AFTER USE:
• Switch off the tool and disconnect the plug
• Suspend the tool on hanging ring D
1
or set it down on
its rear in an upright position; when doing so, make sure
no combustible materials or inflammable gases are in
the proximity
• Allow the tool to cool down for at least 30 minutes before
storage
• Store the tool in a dry and locked-up place, out of reach
of children
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire
in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug
• If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of this
tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left
unattended
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