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1500 Watt Heat Gun Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury. Item #61581 READ & SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
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® Thank you very much for choosing an Ironton product! For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below: Serial Number/Lot Date Code: ________________________________ Purchase Date: ____________________________________________ Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin using it.
Table of Contents Intended Use ............................4 Packaging Contents ..........................4 Technical Specifications ........................4 Important Safety Information ....................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings ....................... 6 Grounding .............................. 7 Extension Cords ............................ 8 Main Parts of Heat Gun ......................... 9 Before Each Use ............................ 9 Operating Instructions ..........................
Intended Use The Ironton 1500 Watt Heat Gun is designed for stripping paint, shrinking PVC wrapping , bending plastics, as well as general drying and thawing purposes. It provides sufficient power for DIY use. Features 2 heat settings, large trigger switch for comfort, mica paper element and removable collar.
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⚠WARNING WORK AREA SAFETY Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well-lit. Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the product in confined work areas may put you dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts. ...
Check for damaged parts before each use. Carefully check that the product will operate properly and perform its intended function. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately. Never operate the product with a damaged part. Do not use a product with a malfunctioning switch. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the power switch is dangerous and must be repaired by an authorized service representative before using.
Keep the heat gun moving as excessive heat will generate fumes which can be inhaled by the operator. Never use the heat gun to thaw pipes located inside walls or near combustibles. Do not leave the heat gun unattended when it is switched on. Grounding ⚠WARNING ...
Extension Cords ⚠WARNING USE A PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make 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. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and cause overheating.
Main Parts of Heat Gun Subassembly Collar Switch Air Inlet Before Each Use ⚠WARNING Make sure the air vents are not blocked. The heat gun must be switched in the OFF position marked “O” when you connect it to the power outlet.
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and catch fire. Do not use the heat gun as a hair dryer. To prevent property damage, keep the gun in constant motion. Do not stop or dwell in one spot. Fire hazard. Use extreme caution if the other side of the material being scraped is inaccessible, such as house siding.
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Use Low Heat (1) for: Drying paint and varnish Removing stickers Waxing and de-waxing Drying wet timber prior to filling Shrinking PVC wrapping and insulation tubes Thawing frozen pipes Use High Heat (2) for: Welding plastics ...
After Each Use ⚠WARNING The nozzle will be very hot after using; do not touch it right after using. Place the heat gun on its stand after use and allow it to cool down before storing. Keep the heat gun away from children. Maintenance Maintain the heat gun by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance with the following recommended procedures.
Parts List Part Number Part Description Quantity Barrel Cover Steel Ring Steel Barrel Mica Paper Heat Element Barrel Flange Fan Cover Screw (M2.5*6mm) Screw (M2*4mm) Motor Mounting Plate Motor PCB Plate Housing Switch Cord Plate Screw Power Cord Screw Terminal Block Replacement Parts ...
Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or ''Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only (''You'' or ''Your'') that the Ironton product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase.
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Distributed by: Northern Tool & Equipment Company, Inc. Burnsville, Minnesota 55306 www.northerntool.com Made in China Page 16 of 16...
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