Important Notice - DeWalt D26414 Instruction Manual

SPM ............. strokes per minute
sfpm ............. surface feet
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IMPORTANT NOTICE

In order for this tool to be an effective paint stripper, it must produce
extremely high temperatures. As a consequence, the stripper is
capable of igniting paper, wood, paint and varnish residue and similar
materials.
As you become more familiar with the tool and develop the proper
technique, the danger of accidental ignition will be greatly reduced. In
establishing the proper technique, the best thing to do is PRACTICE!
Work on simple stripping projects, preferably outdoors, until you get
a "feel" for how to use your stripper safely and effectively.
AS YOU PRACTICE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
PROCEDURES FOR SAFETY:
• Always be sure the tool is turned off and disconnected from power
supply when unattended.
• Clean the scraper blade often during use. Built up residue on the
blade is highly flammable.
• Experiment to find the optimum distance from the tool's nozzle
to the surface being stripped. This distance (usually 25.4 mm–
50.8 mm) will vary depending on the material being removed.
• Keep the heat gun moving ahead of the scraper blade at all times.
• As you work, clean up loose pieces of paint as they accumulate
around the work area.
• When working indoors, keep away from curtains, papers,
upholstery and similar flammable materials.
• Above all, remember that this is a serious tool that is capable of
producing excellent results when used properly. Practice on simple
projects until you feel comfortable with your stripper. Only then will
you have mastered the proper technique.
PERSONS REMOVING PAINT SHOULD ALWAYS FOLLOW
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THESE GUIDELINES:
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• Move the work piece outdoors. If this is not possible, keep the
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• Remove or cover any carpets, rugs, furniture, cooking utensils,
• Place drop cloths in the work area to catch any paint chips or
• Work in one room at a time. Furnishings should be removed or
• Children, pregnant women or potentially pregnant women and
• Wear a dust respirator mask or a dual filter (dust and fume)
• Use caution when operating the heat gun. Keep the heat gun
• Keep food and drink out of the work area. Wash hands, arms and
• Clean up all removed paint and dust by wet mopping the floors.
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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.
and air ducts.
peelings. Wear protective clothing such as extra work shirts,
overalls and hats.
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.
nursing mothers should not be present in the work area until the
work is done and all clean up is complete.
respirator mask which has been approved by the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the National Institute
of Safety and Health (NIOSH), or the United States Bureau of
Mines. These masks and replaceable filters are readily available at
major hardware stores. Be sure the mask fits. Beards and facial
hair may keep masks from sealing properly. Change filters often.
DISPOSABLE PAPER MASKS ARE NOT ADEQUATE.
moving as excessive heat will generate fumes which can be
inhaled by the operator.
face and rinse mouth before eating or drinking. Do not smoke or
chew gum or tobacco in the work area.