WAGNER FURNO 700, Owner'S Manual

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Stripping Paint
IMPOrTaNT: read the general operating and safety information
sections of this owner’s manual before using the heat gun.
The heat gun heats up the surface and causes the paint to soften, at which
time it can be scraped off easily without damaging the surface. Some
paints may soften even though they do not blister; some may become
rubbery, and some may require higher heat.
When working with several layers of paint, it speeds up the scraping process
to heat the surface thoroughly, all the way to the wood. Then all the layers
can be scraped at one time.
A soft wire brush may be the best tool to use for very intricate surfaces.
Mineral paints and finishes, such as cement paint and porcelain, do not
soften with heat, so using a heating tool will not work for paint removal.
The best method of paint removal
A B C D
Move the gun slowly and steadily
forward at an angle to the surface,
pointing the nozzle in the direction
of motion. This allows you to scrape
safely outside the hot air stream and
keeps the scraper and the scraped
surface cooler.
A. Warm air preheats the
surface.
B. Paint is softened by hot
air.
A + B. Deep penetration of heat over total area.
C. Paint can be easily scraped off as soon as it is softened and the
gun is moved forward.
D. Stripped surface allowed to cool.
Note: do not use the heat gun on surfaces that can be damaged
by heat, such as vinyl-coated paneling, siding or window
frames.
When removing paint from window frames, the heat gun
will soften the putty. Be careful not to gouge the putty with
the scraper. The putty will firm up after it cools.
do not use the heat gun on insulating laminated window
glass such as Thermopane. The glass edge expansion may
break the edge seal.
When scraping fascia, do not overheat the edges of the
asphalt shingles protruding over the edge of the sheathing.
Too much heat will melt the asphalt.
IMPOrTaNT: The removal of paint by heat gun is safe if the above
guidelines are used, but always keep either a container of water or
an aBC fire extinguisher (suitable against class a, B and C type fires)
within reach.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Keep the intake openings on the housing clean and free of obstructions.
Us a soft, dry brush to clean the openings periodically. Use only mild soap
and a damp cloth to clean the heat gun. Many household cleaners contain
chemicals which could seriously damage the housing.
Do not use gasoline, turpentine, lacquer or paint thinner, dry cleaning
fluids or similar products when cleaning the heat gun. Never allow any
liquid to get inside the tool or immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.