Hot Air Tool Operational Guidelines - All Models
HOW TO STRIP PAINT
1.Warm air preheats the surface. The hot air tool heats up the surface and causes the paint to soften so it can be scrapped off easily with- out damaging the surface.
2.Paint is softened by the hot air. Some paints soften without blistering and some may become rubbery and other paints may require higher heat.
3.Deep penetration of heat over total area. When working with several layers of paint, it helps to heat the surface thoroughly so all the layers can be scraped away at one time.
NOTE:
•A soft wire brush may be the best tool for very intricate surfaces.
•Mineral paints and finishes, such as cement paint and porcelain do not soften and cannot be removed with the hot air tool.
•Do not try to burn off the paint, but soften it sufficiently to be easily scraped off. Scorching can discolor the wood underneath.
4.Paint can be easily scraped off as soon as it is softened and the hot air tool is moved forward. The best method to remove paint is move the hot air tool slowly and steadily forward at an angle to the surface, pointing the nozzle in the direction of motion. This allows you to scrape safely outside the hot air stream and keeps the scraper and the scraped surface cooler.
5.Allow stripped surface to cool.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Never allow any liquid to get inside the hot air tool or immerse any part of the hot air tool into a liquid. Ensure the intake openings and the housing are clean and free of obstructions. If necessary use a soft, dry brush to clean the intake opening and housing. Only use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the hot air tool. Do not use household cleaners in cleaning the hot air tool since many household cleaners contain chemicals, which could seriously damage the hot air tool housing. Do not use gasoline, turpentine, lacquer or paint thinner, dry cleaning fluids or similar products to clean the hot air tool.
STORAGE
The hot air tool nozzle must cool to room temperature before placing the hot air tool in storage. Over time the nozzle will turn dark because of the high heat, and this is normal and will not affect the performance or life of the hot air tool.
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