Parkside PHLG 2000-2 - Manual (Page 34)

34 GB/MT
Operation / Cleaning / Service
· you to have both hands free
· the device to cool
Q Changing the nozzle
WARnInG! Too much heat causes paints
and plastics to ignite.
CAUtIon! Do not inhale the resulting vapours.
Protector nozzle 4 – for removing paint
and varnish (see Ill. B):
j
Place the protector nozzle 4 on the
outlet tube 3 .
j The spatula shape of the nozzle ensures the air
is properly directed. Use a separate spatula for
removing paint or varnish.
Flat nozzle 5 – for detaching glues,
softening paint (see Ill. C):
j Place the flat nozzle 5 on the outlet tube 3 .
j Do not apply heat for too long a period, as
burnt paint becomes much more difficult to
remove. Many glues can be softened by warm-
ing. Glued connections can then be detached
and excess glue removed.
Reducing nozzle 6 – for welding plastic:
j Place the reducer nozzle 6 on the outlet
tube 3 .
j Use the reducing nozzle 6 for heat-shrinkable
sleeves and film.
Q Further examples of uses in
the house, car and garden
Defrosting water pipes:
notice! It must not be used for thawing PVC pipes.
notice! It is often very difficult to tell the difference
between gas pipes and water pipes. If in doubt, ask
a competent person.
notice! Copper pipes are joined using tin solder
and must not be heated above 200 °C.
Loosening a threaded connection:
j
Heating the threaded connection carefully can
often allow the connection to be released.
Removing weeds:
j The heat dries out the weeds and micro-
organisms.
Lighting barbecue charcoal (see Ill. E):
WARnInG! Do not use methylated alcohol.
j Fit the barbecue lighter nozzle 7 onto the
delivery tube 3 .
j
Charcoal ignites in a few minutes.
Wax removal:
j You can remove wax residues from skis / snow-
board or from candle holders. Use the amount
of care appropriate to the product.
Q Cleaning
WARnInG! Before carrying out work on the
appliance, always remove the plug from the
power socket.
j Keep the air inlet and outlet clean.
j Use a cloth to clean the housing. Use a soft
cloth to clean the housing. Never use petrol,
solvents or cleaning agents as these may
attack the plastic.
Q Service
J WARnInG! Have your device
repaired only by qualified specialist
personnel using original manufacturer
parts only. This will ensure that your device
remains safe to use.
J WARnInG! If the plug or mains
lead needs to be replaced, always
have the replacement carried out by
the manufacturer or its service centre.
This will ensure that your device remains safe
to use.