IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SERVICE
n Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
nWhen servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
nThe nozzle of the heat gun becomes very hot during operation and should not be touched until the tool has cooled. Always hold the tool by the insulated gripping surface to reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
nHeat guns produce very high temperatures and must be used with caution to prevent combustible material from igniting. Keep tool in constant motion; do not stop or dwell in one spot. Following this rule will reduce the risk of fire or serious personal injury.
nExcessive heat can generate fumes which may be dangerous when inhaled. Wear a dust respirator mask or dual filter respirator mask when using the heat gun. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
nKeep a fully charged fire extinguisher close at hand for emergency use. Following this rule will reduce the risk of fire or serious injury.
nDo not leave the heat gun unattended while running or cooling down. Always set tool on a flat, level surface so nozzle tip is directed upwards, away from support- ing surface, while running or cooling down. Following this rule will reduce the risk of fire or serious injury.
nKnow your power tool. Read operator’s manual care- fully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
nAlways wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses have only
nProtect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
nInspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have repaired at your nearest Authorized Service Center. Constantly stay aware of cord location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
nCheck damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center. Following this rule will reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.
nMake sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recom- mended. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
nSave these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
WARNING:
Fumes created by heating some materials may contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
•lead from
•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
•arsenic and chromium from
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a
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