600W Heavy duty Heat gun Model 66098 Set up And Operating Instructions Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools®. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. Save this manual. Copyright© 2008 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury. Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
b. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded. appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the offposition before connecting to power source picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. c.
moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. 2. Extreme care should be taken when stripping paint. The peelings, residue and vapors of paint may contain lead, which is poisonous. Any pre-1977 paint may contain lead and paint applied to homes prior to 1950 is likely to contain lead.
c. Place drop clothes in the work area to catch any paint chips or peelings. Wear protective clothing such as extra work shirts, overalls and hats. Use a wet cloth to clean all walls, sills and any other surface where paint or dust is clinging. DO NOT SWEEP, DRY DUST OR VACUUM. Use a high phosphate detergent or trisodium phosphate (TSP) to wash and mop areas. d. Work in one room at a time. Furnishings should be removed or placed in the center of the room and covered.
to cause burns during use and immediately afterwards. 10. Do not use the Heat Gun on glass. 11. Do not use the Heat Gun as a hair dryer or to heat up materials that can be damaged by high temperatures. 12. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. 13. Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool. 14.
of electric shock. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.) Grounding To prevent electric shock and death from incorrect grounding wire connection: Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool. Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use.
4. 5. 6. 7. If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size. (See Table A.) If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make sure it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use. Make sure the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
allow access by children or pets to prevent injury and distraction. Specifications Electrical Requirements 120 V~ / 60 Hz / 13 A Temperature 1100° F Maximum 2. Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage. The power cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working. 3.
Never touch work area with the Heat Gun; it could scorch or ignite. leave the Heat Gun unattended while pointed at surfaces or objects. 8. The Heat Gun can be used for: • Shrinking of shrink tubing, packaging and electrical components. • Deforming of articles made from acrylic, PVC, and polystyrene tubing, plates, and profiles as well as most woods. • Welding of thermoplastic polymer, flooring materials of PVC and linoleum, PVC-coated fabric, wallpaper, tarpaulins and foils. 9.
for loose screws, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation. Maintenance And Servicing Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician. To prevent serious injury from accidental operation: Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
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