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protection against lead paint dust and fumes and ensure
that persons within or entering the work area are also
protected.
Do not burn paint, as it could cause a fi re hazard.
Do not allow paint to adhere to the nozzle as it could ignite
after some time.
Switch off the appliance and allow it to cool before fi tting
any accessory.
Do not use this tool to head food.
Persons removing paint should always follow these
guidelines:
Warning! 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.
Once deposited on surfaces, hand to mouth contact can result
in the ingestion of lead.
Exposure to even low levels of lead can cause irreversible
brain and nervous system damage; young and unborn
children are particularly vulnerable.
Before beginning any paint removal process you should
determine whether the paint you are removing contains lead.
This can be done by your local health department or by
a professional who uses a paint analyzer to check the lead
content of the paint to be removed. LEAD-BASED PAINT
SHOULD ONLY BE REMOVED BY A PROFESSIONAL AND
SHOULD NOT BE REMOVED USING A HEAT GUN.
Persons removing paint should follow these guidelines:
Move the workpiece outdoors. If this is not possible,
keep the work area well ventilated. Open the windows
and put an exhaust fan in one of them. Be sure the fan
is moving the air from inside to outside.
Remove or cover any carpets, rugs, furniture,
clothing, cooking utensils and air ducts.
Place drop cloths in the work area to catch any paint
chips or peelings. Wear protective clothing such as extra
work shirts, overalls and hats.
Work in one room at a time. Furnishings should be
removed or placed in the center of the room and
covered. Work areas should be sealed off from the
rest of the dwelling by sealing doorways with
drop cloths.
Children, pregnant or potentially pregnant women and
nursing mothers should not be present in the work
area until the work is done and all clean up
is complete.
Wear a dust respirator mask or a dual fi lter (dust and
fume) respirator mask. Be sure the mask fi ts. Beards
and facial hair may keep masks from sealing properly.
Change fi lters often. DISPOSABLE PAPER MASKS ARE
NOT ADEQUATE.
(Original instructions)
Use caution when operating the heat gun. Keep the
heat gun moving as excessive heat will generate fumes
which can be inhaled by the operator.
Keep food and drink out of the work area. Wash
hands, arms and face and rinse mouth before eating
or drinking. Do not smoke or chew gum or tobacco in the
work area.
Clean up all removed paint and dust by wet mopping
the fl oors. 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.
At the end of each work session put the paint chips
and debris in a double plastic bag, close it with tape
or twist ties and dispose of properly.
Remove protective clothing and work shoes in the
work area to avoid carrying dust into the rest of the
dwelling. Wash work clothes separately. Wipe shoes
off with a wet rag that is then washed with the work
clothes. Wash hair and body thoroughly with soap
and water.
Residual risks.
Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool which
may not be included in the enclosed safety warnings. These
risks can arise from misuse, prolonged use etc.
Even with the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual
risks can not be avoided.
These include:
Injuries caused by touching any rotating/moving parts.
Injuries caused when changing any parts, blades or
accessories.
Injuries caused by prolonged use of a tool. When using
any tool for prolonged periods ensure you take regular
breaks.
Impairment of hearing.
Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when
using your tool (example:- working with wood, especially
oak, beech and MDF.)
Labels on tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool along with the
date code:
Warning! Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
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