HG2000 LCD Heat Gun Thank you for purchasing an Earlex LCD Heat Gun. This is a highly versatile tool that can be used for a variety of applications.
HEAT GUN FEATURES ② ① ⑤ 4a ③ 4b 2
1. INTRODUCTION Your heat gun has been designed for stripping paint, soldering pipes, shrinking PVC, welding and bending plastic as well as general drying and thawing purposes. WARNING! For your own safety read this instruction manual and general safety instructions carefully before using the appliance. Your power tool should only be passed on together with these instructions. 2.
5.2 ELECTRICAL SAFETY Power tool plugs must match the mains supply socket-outlet. Never modify the plug in any >>way. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. Do not use on materials of or containing asbestos. DO NOT exPOSe POweR TOOLS TO RAIN OR weT CONDITIONS. Do not abuse the power cord.
.5 SERVICE Have your heat gun serviced only by earlex Inc or its appointed agents to ensure the safety of such is maintained. 6. ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HEAT GUNS Do not place your hand over the air vents or block the vents in any way. The nozzle and accessories of this tool become extremely hot during use. Let these parts cool down before touching. Always switch the tool off before putting it down. Do not leave the tool unattended while it is switched on.
8. ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT Prior to attaching or swapping nozzle accessories always unplug the tool and allow to cool completely. The air temperature can be adjusted to suit a wide range of applications. The table below suggests different applications.
8.1 USING THE CORRECT ACCESSORY (where applicable) Icon Description Glass protection nozzle accessory Hook nozzle accessory Purpose Deflects the heat away from glass or other fragile areas. Ideal for window sills, ledges, frames and base boards. Disperses the heat flow evenly around the whole work surface. Ideal for thawing frozen pipes, soldering pipe work, bending .plastics or heat-shrinking electrical .insulating tubing.
Touching a hot nozzle can lead to serious burns. Before attaching or replacing a nozzle allow the unit to cool down completely by turning it off. Dropped nozzles can set objects on fire. Nozzles must be firmly fitted and secure on the unit. A hot nozzle can set a surface on fire. Place hot nozzles down only on fire-proof surfaces. An incorrect or defective nozzle can lead to heat accumulation and damage the unit. Use only original nozzles as shown in the table. 9.
.4 STATIONARY USE This tool can also be used in stationary mode. Place the tool onto the work bench with the gun nozzle ① facing upwards. Secure the power cord to prevent pulling the tool off the workbench. Switch the tool on using the control switch ③ and set to position 2. 9.5 COOLING DOWN The nozzle and accessory become very hot during use. Let these cool down before attempting to move or store the tool.
DOUBLE INSULATION In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on double-insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should only be carried out by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace.
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