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Inspect and know your work area.
Check your work area for hidden spaces before applying heat
(behind walls, ceilings, floors, soffits and other panels) that may contain flammable materials which
may ignite when using the heat gun. It may not be readily apparent if these materials ignite and could
result in serious personal injury and property damage. Avoid excessive heating which may ignite the
work area or material behind it by continuous movement of the heat gun over the work area.
Keep a fire extinguisher near the work area.
Heat guns are capable of igniting flammable
materials in or around the work area.
Do not use near flammable liquids or in explosive atmospheres containing fumes, gases, or
dust.
Flameless heat from the heat gun may ignite the dust or fumes. All materials or debris that
may be ignited should be removed from the work area.
Shield materials around the heated work area to prevent property damage or fire.
Always hold the heat gun by its handle. Do not touch the nozzle, accessory tips, allow them
to contact flammable material or store the heat gun until the nozzle has cooled to room
temperature.
The metal nozzle may require 20 minutes or more to cool adequately before it can be
touched. Contacting the heated nozzle or accessory tips can cause personal injury. While cooling,
the heat gun should be placed in a clear area away from combustible materials while cooling to
prevent flammable materials from igniting.
When not hand held, place the heat gun on a stable, level surface using non-combustible
support pads or support stand so the nozzle is directed upwards, away from the supporting
surface.
The cord should be positioned so that it won’t cause the heat gun to fall over or contact
the
hot nozzle.
Do not leave the heat gun unattended while running or while cooling down.
Do not cut off airflow from the heat gun by placing nozzle too close to the workpiece. Do not
obstruct airflow through the intake vents.
Restricting heat gun airflow may cause overheating.
Store indoors in a dry, high location out of reach by children and untrained persons.
Do not
expose the stored heat gun to moisture. Heat guns are dangerous in the hands of untrained persons.
Do not use the heat gun in rain, moisture or submerge in water.
Exposing the heat gun element
to water or other liquids may cause an electrical shock hazard.
Do not direct heat gun airflow onto glass; the glass may crack resulting in property damage
or personal injury.
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PAINT STRIPPING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
:
Use extreme care when stripping paint.
Peelings, residue and vapors
of paint may contain lead, which is poisonous. Any pre-1977 paint may contain lead and paint
