Assembly, Operation | Ryobi HG300 manual

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

This product has been shipped completely assembled.

nCarefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.

nInspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

nDo not discard the packing material until you have care- fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.

nIf any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-525-2579 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

Heat Gun

Scraper Nozzle

Operator’s Manual

Warranty Registration Card

WARNING:

If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso- ries not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury.

OPERATION

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is suf- ficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields, a dust respirator mask or dual filter respirator mask, and protective gloves when operating the heat gun. Failure to do so could result in possible serious injury.

WARNING:

Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom- mended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

APPLICATIONS

You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:

nSoften paint, caulking and putty for easier removal

nSoften adhesives to help remove stickers, floor tiles, wallpaper, etc.

nHeating plastic and metal for bending

nShrink tubing for electrical work

nShrink plastic film for wrapping or weatherproofing

nLoosen rusted nuts, bolts, and fittings

READ THIS INSTRUCTION

WARNING:

Use extreme care when stripping paint. The peelings, residue, and vapors of paint may contain lead, which is poisonous. Any pre-1977 paint may contain lead and paint applied to homes prior to 1950 is likely to contain lead. Once deposited on surfaces, hand to mouth contact can result in the ingestion of lead. Exposure to even low levels of lead can cause irreversible brain and nervous system damage; young and unborn children are par- ticularly vulnerable. Before beginning any paint removal process, you should determine whether the paint you are removing contains lead. This can be done by your local health department or by a professional who uses a paint analyzer to check lead content of the paint to be removed.

LEAD-BASED PAINT SHOULD ONLY BE REMOVED BY A PROFESSIONAL AND SHOULD NOT BE REMOVED USING A HEAT GUN.

Persons removing paint should follow these guidelines:

nMove the workpiece 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.

nRemove or cover any carpets, rugs, furniture, clothing, cooking utensils, and air ducts.

nPlace drop cloths in the work area to catch any paint chips or peelings. Wear protective clothing such as extra work shirts, overalls, and hats.