HEAT SETTINGS
The Heat Gun has two settings: 1.Low heat - for use where the
workpiece or surroundings must not be allowed to get too hot. Setting~400°C.
2.High heat - for faster heat up time of the workpiece where you can also operate the gun at a greater distance. Setting~590°C.
OPERATION
Before starting the job it is advisable to test the workpiece for the ideal temperature to use. The table below gives an indication of the likely heat settings required but always start with the low heat setting.
The distance between the nozzle and the workpiece will vary according to the material being worked on but this should always be at least 50mm (2”) or more on either heat setting.
All applications, with the exception of removing paint from the window frames, can be performed without using a nozzle, however for best results nozzles are recommended.
Suggested Ratings
Paint Stripping | High Setting |
Defrosting Pipes | High Setting |
Bending Plastic | Low Setting |
Heat shrinking plastic | Low Setting |
Nozzles
The kit is supplied with 4 different shaped nozzles, which can be used as follows.
Concentrator Nozzle
This nozzle directs a concentrated heat flow to the workpiece. It is ideal for use
when removing
paint in awkward Concentrator Nozzle
corners, crevices, mouldings, beading, architrave’s or whenever precise paint removal is required.
Deflector Nozzle
This nozzle directs a long narrow heat pattern to the workpiece, and is ideal for removing paint or varnish from
large flat surfaces such as skirting boards, doors, stairs etc. It should be used in conjunction with a flat scraper. Vinyl tiles can be removed by softening the tile.
Glass Protection Nozzle
This nozzle deflects the heat away from glass or other fragile areas and back onto the workpiece.
Glass Protection Nozzle
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