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Safety instructions
Read all the safety information and instruc-
tions. Failure to observe the safety informa-
tion and follow instructions may result in elec-
tric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
This heat gun is not intended for
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use by children or persons with
physical, sensory or mental limita-
tions or a lack of experience or
knowledge. This heat gun can be
used by children aged 8 or older
and by persons who have physical,
sensory or mental limitations or a
lack of experience or knowledge if
a person responsible for their
safety supervises them or has in-
structed them in the safe opera-
tion of the heat gun and they un-
derstand the associated dangers.
Otherwise there is a risk of operating
errors and injury.
Supervise children during use,
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cleaning and maintenance. This will
ensure that children do not play with
the heat gun.
Handle the heat gun with care. The
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heat gun produces intense heat
which increases the risk of fire and
explosion.
Take particular care when working in the vicinity of
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flammable materials. The hot airflow or hot nozzle may
ignite dust or gases.
Do not work with the heat gun in potentially explosive
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areas.
Do not aim the hot airflow at the same area for pro-
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longed periods. Working with plastic, paint, varnish or
similar materials may produce easily flammable gases.
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Please be aware that heat is directed to covered flam-
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mable materials, which may ignite.
Safely place the heat gun on the storage surfaces
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after use and let it cool completely before packing it
away. The hot nozzle can cause damage.
Do not let children use the heat gun unsupervised
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when it is switched on.
Store idle heat guns out of the reach of children. Do
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not allow persons unfamiliar with the heat gun or
these instructions to operate the tool. Heat guns can be
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Do not expose the heat gun to rain or wet conditions.
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Water entering a heat gun increases the risk of electric
shock.
Always wear safety goggles. Safety goggles reduce the
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risk of injury.
Remove the rechargeable battery before adjusting the
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tool settings, changing accessories, or storing the
heat gun. This safety measure prevents the heat gun
from being started accidentally.
Keep your work area well-ventilated. The
gas and steam produced during work are often
harmful to one's health.
Wear protective gloves and do not touch the nozzle
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while it is hot. There is a risk of burns.
Do not direct the airflow at persons or animals.
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Do not use the heat gun as a hair dryer. The outgoing
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airflow is considerably hotter than that of a hair dryer.
Do not allow foreign objects to enter the heat gun.
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The distance between the nozzle and the workpiece
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depends on the material you are working on (metal,
plastic, etc.) and the intended working method. Al-
ways test the amount of air and temperature first.
Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuit-
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ing.
In case of damage and improper use of the battery, va-
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pours may be emitted. The battery can set alight or ex-
plode. Ensure the area is well ventilated and seek medical
attention should you experience any adverse effects. The
vapours may irritate the respiratory system.
If used incorrectly or if the battery is damaged, flam-
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mable liquid may be ejected from the battery. Contact
with this liquid should be avoided. If contact accident-
ally occurs, rinse off with water. If the liquid comes
into contact with your eyes, seek additional medical
attention. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause ir-
ritation or burns.
The battery can be damaged by pointed objects such
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as nails or screwdrivers or by force applied externally.
An internal short circuit may occur, causing the battery to
burn, smoke, explode or overheat.
When the battery is not in use, keep it away from pa-
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per clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small
metal objects that could make a connection from one
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