Operation
Caution! When using the device, never allow the ventilation slots to be covered.
Switching on the device:
jPress the ON / OFF switch W into setting „I“ or „II“.
Switching off the device:
jPress the ON / OFF switch W into setting „0“.
Setting the air flow and temperature:
jThe ON / OFF switch W has two different air flow settings. You can select the combination of air flow and temperature most suitable for your task.
Setting I | 300 l / min | 375 °C |
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Setting II | 500 l / min | 550 °C |
LAdvice on use
Removing the heat shield R:
jRemove the heat shield R for working in particularly narrow spaces.
Caution! Danger of burns! Do not touch the hot nozzle. When you are working without the heat shield R there is an increased risk of burns.
The device must be completely cool before you remove or replace the heat shield.
jTurn the heat shield R anticlockwise to remove it.
jTurn the heat shield R clockwise to put it back on.
Use as free-standing unit / during cooling (see Fig. A, D):
jAlways set the device down upright on a level surface, this will allow
·you to have both hands free
·the device to cool
LChanging the nozzle
Reflector nozzle T – for shaping plastic pipes or tubes:
jFill the pipe or tube with sand and ensure it is closed at both ends. This will prevent the pipe or tube from kinking. Warm the pipe or tube evenly by moving the hot air gun from side to side and backwards and forwards.
Protector nozzle Y – for removing paint and varnish:
jThe spatula shape of the nozzle ensures the air is properly directed. Use a separate spatula for removing paint or varnish.
Flat nozzle U – for detaching glues, softening paint:
jDo not apply heat for too long a period, as burnt paint becomes much more difficult to remove. Many glues can be softened by warming. Glued connections can then be detached and excess glue removed.
Danger! Do not inhale any vapours given off.
Reducing nozzle I – for welding plastic:
jUse the reducing nozzle I for
LFurther examples of uses in the house, car and garden
Defrosting water pipes:
Caution! It must not be used for thawing PVC pipes. Caution! It is often very difficult to tell the difference between gas pipes and water pipes. If in doubt, ask a competent person.
Caution! Copper pipes are joined using tin solder and must not be heated above 200°C.
jUse the reflector T to defrost water pipes.
Loosening a threaded connection:
jHeating the threaded connection carefully can often allow the connection to be released.
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