HAGP18
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05/14/18
HAGP18
PROPANE HEAT GUN
Connecting to US 1" Thread Propane Cylinder (CGA600 Valve)
Only connect and disconnect the heat gun to the disposable
propane cylinder outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
1.1 Ensure that the
control/ignition knob (2)
is turned off (turned
fully clockwise).
1.2 Keep the
propane cylinder (8)
upright when fitting it to the heat
gun valve.
1.3 Place the valve on top of the disposable propane cylinder valve.
(Fig.1)
1.4 Gently screw the propane cylinder into the valve. Be careful not
to cross-thread the heat gun to the cylinder.
CAUTION:
Screw on hand tight only. Do not over tighten or you
will damage the heat gun seals (1) and propane cylinder seals.
1.5 Do not check for leaks with a flame. Use soapy water only,
applied to the joints and connections of the heat gun and propane
cylinder. Any leakage will show up as bubbles around the leakage
area. If you are in doubt or if you can hear, see or smell gas, do not
attempt to light the heat gun. Unscrew the disposable cylinder and
contact your local dealer.
OPERATING THE HEAT GUN
2.1 Always point the burner away from your body and any flammable
or combustible objects.
2.2 Turn the
control/ignition knob
(2)
counterclockwise approx. ¼
turn to open the valve, press and release the
ignition knob (2)
to
ignite the heat gun flame. You should hear a loud
"WOOSH"
sound
which indicates that the heat gun is ignited and hot. Depending on
conditions, it may take up to 3 pushes of the
control/ignition knob
to ignite.
2.3 Full power should be achieved with
control/ignition knob
opened approx. ½ turn but this may vary depending on the ambient
temperature and contents of the propane cylinder.
2.4 Hand Protector: The heat gun has a built in
hand protector/
vertical stand (3)
that allows for use it the nozzle-up position.
(Fig.2)
2.5 After use, ensure that the
control/ignition knob (2)
is fully shut
(turned fully clockwise). Take the heat gun/cylinder assembly
outdoors and unscrew heat gun from the disposable propane
cylinder.
ACCESSORIES & ATTACHMENTS
3.1
Heat Sink Cage (5)
. This removable accessory absorbs and
dissipates some of the heat from the heat gun nozzle and will
become very hot when heat gun in use. The purpose is to provide
additional protection for accidental contact with the user or
proximate surfaces/objects.
3.2
Deflector Nozzle (6)
is used for Heat Shrink Tubing and other
similar products.
3.3
Heat Spreader (7)
can be used for applying heat activated films,
shrink wraps, removing paint, caulking, and other materials.
3.4 We do not recommend use of any attachments that are not
specifically designed for this propane powered heat gun.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
RS18DN
Deflector Nozzle
RS18HS
Heat Spreader
