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highly flammable materials. Check these areas before
applying heat.
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Clean dry paint from the nozzle after use; it could ignite.
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Clean your scraper blade frequently during use; it
could ignite.
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Do not use the heat gun in combination with chemical
strippers.
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Do not use accessory nozzles as scrapers.
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Keep nozzle away from cord.
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Be constantly aware that this tool can ignite flammable
materials, and soften or melt others. Regardless of the
task you are performing, shield or keep away from the
You may occasionally notice some slight smoking of
the tool after it is turned off. This is the result of
heating the residual oil that was deposited on the
heating element during the manufacturing process.
USE
Use one hand to hold the tool. Do not put your hands in
the air vents.
Warning! Use of this tool can generate and/
or disperse dust, which may cause serious and
permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use
away from face and body.
Warning! Always use safety glasses. Everyday eye
glasses are NOT safety glasses.
Important! In order for this tool to be an effective paint
stripper, it must produce extremely high temperatures.
As a consequence, the stripper is capable of igniting
paper, wood, paint and varnish residue and similar
materials.
As you become more familiar with the tool and develop
the proper technique, the danger of accidental ignition will
be greatly reduced. In establishing the proper technique,
the best thing to do is practice! Work on simple stripping
projects, preferably outdoors, until you get a “feel” for how
to use your stripper safely and effectively.
As you practice, observe the following procedures for
safety:
1. Always be sure the tool is turned off and disconnected
from power supply when unattended.
2. Clean the scraper blade often during use. Built up
residue on the blade is highly flammable.
3. Experiment to find the optimum distance from the
tool´s nozzle to the surface being stripped. This
distance (usually 1-2 inches)(25-50 mm) will vary
depending on the material being removed.
4. Keep the heat gun moving ahead of the scraper blade
at all times.
5. As you work, clean up loose pieces of paint as they
accumulate around the work area.
6. When working indoors, keep away from curtains,
papers, upholstery and similar flammable materials.
7. Above all, remember that this is a serious power tool
that is capable of producing excellent results
when used properly. Practice on simple projects until
you feel comfortable with your stripper. Only then will
you have mastered the proper technique.
Persons removing paint should always 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, 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 women 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 a dust respirator mask or a dual filter (dust and
fume) respirator mask. 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 heat gun. 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 of
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.
