Harbor Freight Tools 47269 - Manual (Page 9)

ITEM 47269 Page 9
The Heat Gun and included accessories are designed to be used to remove paint from painted surfaces.
Never use the Heat Gun with chemical strippers.
Other Uses for the Heat Gun
1) Shrink plastic wire nuts and other wire jointers for tight fits.
2) Remove self-adhesive trim and stickers.
3) Wax and remove wax from surfboards, skis, and snowboards.
4) Use with PVC shrink wrap sheeting for extra bonding power.
5) Thaw frozen pipes and locks. Do not use on plastic pipe!
6) Dry out damaged timber or use to highlight wood grain before staining.
7) Soften old putty prior to removal.
8) Speed up drying times for all types of paints, glues and stains.
Assembly
Your Heat Gun comes completely assembled. It is only necessary to select the
appropriate attachment and follow the operating instructions below.
Nose Cone (32)
Outlet-45 Degree Discharge
Figure D-Nose Cone with Attachment
Note: Performance of this tool (if powered by line voltage) may vary depending on variations in
local line voltage. Extension cord usage may also affect tool performance.
Operation
To assist you with operation please refer to the Operational Figures as well as the
Assembly Diagram and Parts List located on the last pages of this manual.
Never use the Heat Gun with chemical strippers.
Always clean dried paint and varnish from the nozzle after use to prevent ignition.
Observe all safety precautions regarding ventilation. Lead-based paint is poison-
ous, and should only be removed by a professional and should not be removed using a
heat gun.
Step 1) Make certain to cover all surfaces that should not be heated with nonflammable material.