Heat Settings
The heat gun has a variable heat setting in order to give greater control over the working temperature.
To adjust the heat setting move the wheel at the back of the gun. The five red lights on the left hand side of the gun show the temperature range selected.
To increase the temperature, move the wheel up on the left hand side of the gun, and to decrease the temperature move the wheel down on the left hand side of the gun. The approximate temperature setting is also shown on the dial at the back of the gun.
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”).
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 |
Bending Plastic | Medium Setting |
Defrosting Pipes | 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
aconcentrated heat flow to the workpiece. It is ideal for use when removing paint in
awkward 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 flatsurfaces 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 adhesive.
Glass Protection Nozzle
This nozzle
deflects the heat away from glass or other fragile areas and back
onto theGlass Protection
workpiece.Nozzle
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