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Welding operations must not be repeated on a fitting since
this can result in live parts becoming accessible.
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:
1 . 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.
2 . Remove or cover any carpets, rugs, furniture, clothing, cooking
utensils and air ducts.
3 . 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.
4 . 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.
5 . 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.
6 . Wear a dust respirator mask or a dual filter (dust and
fume) respirator mask. Be sure the mask fits. Beards
and facial hair may keep masks from sealing properly.
Change filters often. DISPOSABLE PAPER MASKS ARE
NOT ADEQUATE.
7 . 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.
8 . 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.
9 . Clean up all removed paint and dust by wet mopping
the floors. 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.
10 . 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.
11 . 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.
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
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Always be sure the tool is turned off and disconnected from
power supply when unattended.
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Clean the scraper blade often during use. Built up residue on
the blade is highly flammable.
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Experiment to find the optimum distance from the
tool's nozzle to the surface being stripped. This distance
25.4 mm–50.8 mm will vary depending on the material
being removed.
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Keep the heat gun moving ahead of the scraper blade at
all times.
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As you work, clean up loose pieces of paint as they accumulate
around the work area.
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When working indoors, keep away from curtains, papers,
upholstery and similar flammable materials.
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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.
Residual Risks
In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks
cannot be avoided. These are:
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Impairment of hearing.
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Risk of personal injury due to flying particles.
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Risk of burns due to accessories becoming hot
during operation.
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Risk of personal injury due to prolonged use.
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