HG2000P 03
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
6. Additional Warnings for Heat guns.
6.1. Workplace Safety
6.1.
a. Always work in a well ventilated area.
Gases, vapours and fumes generated during
operation are frequently dangerous to human
health.
6.1.b. If Handled Carelessly, the tool can
cause fire, therefore:
-
Be alert, aware and careful when using the
too in places where combustible materials are
stored;
-Do not keep the hot air stream aimed at the
same place for a long period;
-Do not use the tool in explosive
environments;
-Be aware that heat can be transferred to
combustible materials located beyond your
field of vision;
-Always place the tool on its base after use and
allow to cool down before storing;
-Never leave your tool unattended while it is
turned on.
6.1.c. Do not point the nozzle with hot air at
other persons, animals and towards the
places where flammable materials are stored.
6.2. Electrical safety
6.2.a. Do not use the device when it rains or
under high humidity conditions.
It may result
in injuries or death caused by electric shock.
6.2.b. When operating the hot air gun
outdoors always use a residual current device
(RCD).
The use of RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
6.2.c. Before each use check the tool, its power
cord and plug for any damage. If any damage is
found, stop working and have the tool
repaired.
Using a defected device can be
dangerous to health and life. Never open its
housing as the tool does not contain any user
serviceable parts.
6.2.d. Do not put any objects into the nozzle.
It
may result in damage to the tool and electric
shock.
6.2.e. The power cord should be placed behind
the tool at all times during operation.
6.2.f. Do not point the hot air stream at the
power cord and do not touch the power cord
with the nozzle when hot.
It may result in
damage to its insulation and electric shock.
6.2.g. Do not carry or hang the tool on its
power cord.
6.2.h. Do not use a power tool with it power
cord damaged. Do not touch the power cord
when damaged; if the damage to power cord
occurs during operation; unplug the cord from
the mains socket.
Damaged power cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
