ting deptth. Then retighten the two Clamping Screws. (See Figure A.)

Work Area and Workpiece Set Up:

1.Designate a well ventilated work area that is clean and well-lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent injury and distraction.

2.Use and lay this Hot Knife on a non- flammable surface only.

3.Always have multiple class ABC fire extinguishers nearby.

4.Route the Power Cord (21) along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the Power Cord to pos- sible damage. The Power Cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working.

5.There must not be hazardous ob- jects, such as utility lines or foreign objects, nearby that will present a hazard while working.

General Operating Instructions

1.Plug the Power Cord Plug (21) into the nearest 120 volt, grounded, elec- trical outlet.

2.Turn the Temperature Selector Knob

(9) to the desired temperature.

(See Figure A.)

1-Level = 0° Fahrenheit

2-Level = 248° Fahrenheit

3-Level = 527° Fahrenheit

4-Level = 725° Fahrenheit

5-Level = 840° Fahrenheit

3.Press and hold the Power Switch (19) to heat up the Blade (2). The Blade will reach the pre-set operating tem- perature in about one minute and will remain at the temperature selected. Also, the Power ON Light (22) will il- luminate during operation.

(See Figure A.)

4.When the Blade (2) has reached the pre-set temperature, you may use the sharp edge of the Blade for line cut- ting or use the side of the Blade for wide groove cutting.

5.When pressure on the Power Switch

(19)is released, power to the Blade

(2)is cut off and the Blade will cool down gradually. (See Figure A.)

6.The residual heat on the Blade

(2) takes several minutes to dissi- pate. Use caution while the Blade is still hot.

7.Unplug the Hot Knife from its electri- cal outlet.

8.Once the Hot Knife has completely cooled store the tool in a clean, dry, and safe location out of reach of chil- dren and other unauthorized persons.

SKU 66182

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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Chicago Electric 66182 operating instructions Work Area and Workpiece Set Up