Earlex HG 1800K Safety Operating Instructions, Technical Specification, About the HG1800K

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SAFETY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

!PLEASE READ BEFORE USE

Danger of burns - Always wear a

pair of heavy grade work gloves, non

PVC type.

Do not touch the hot nozzle.

When changing accessories, switch

off and allow the accessory and

nozzle to cool.

Allow the tool to cool down before

storage. A hot nozzle can cause

damage.

Do not leave the tool unattended.

Never allow children to operate or

play with the heat gun.

Do not carry the heat gun by the

mains cable.

Do not allow heat to be directed

onto the mains cable.

Before every use check the condition

of the plug and cable. If this is

damaged in any way do not use.

Repairs must be carried out by a fully

qualified electrician.

Never use the tool as a hair dryer.

Always ensure there is adequate

ventilation as gases and vapours may

be given off when stripping paint.

Do not restrict any air flow from the

nozzle outlet or fan inlet louvres.

Do not allow the machine to become

damp or be operated in damp

conditions.

Heat Guns for outdoor use must not

be stored outdoors or left outdoors.

Danger of fire or explosion.

Poisonous or inflammable gases may

be produced when working with

paints (especially older type lead

paints), varnishes, plastics and similar materials.

Never use the heat gun close to

inflammable materials, heat may be

conducted to combustible materials

which are out of sight.

Ensure the heat gun switch is in the

off position when connecting to the

mains.

Never under any circumstances aim the heat gun at another person or animal.

Ensure there is adequate ventilation

and protective masks and goggles

are used.

Ensure children are excluded from

the work area.

It is recommended a RCD (residual

current device) rated at 30mA is fitted

into the mains socket for added

protection against electric shock.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Power Supply

230V 50Hz~

Max. Output

1800 Watts

Temp at Outlet 120°C - 590°C

Weight (excl

825g

Accessories)

 

ABOUT THE HG1800K

The HG1800K is a highly versatile electric heat gun which can be used for many different applications, such as removal of paint, defrosting of water in metal pipes, forming and

welding plastic and reducing heat-shrinkable tubing. It can also be used for barbecues, soldering, tinning and loosening of some adhesive joints and overtight screws, clean paint from tools and age wood (the heat darkens the surface).

TO OBTAIN THE BEST RESULTS FROM YOUR HEAT GUN KIT PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USE.

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