POWX1021 EN
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7 REMOVING PAINT
▪ Do not use this tool to remove paint containing lead. The peelings, residue and vapors of
paint may contain lead, which is poisonous. Any pre-1960 building may have been
painted in the past with paint containing lead and covered with additional layers of paint.
Once deposited on surfaces, hand to mouth contact can result in the ingestion of lead.
Exposure even to low levels of lead can cause irreversible damage to the brain and
nervous system. Young and unborn children are particularly vulnerable.
▪ When removing paint, ensure that the work area is enclosed. Preferably wear a dust
mask.
▪ Do not burn the paint. Use the scraper provided and keep the nozzle at leaf 25 mm away
from the painted surface. When working in a vertical direction, work downwards to prevent
paint from falling into the tool and burning.
▪ Dispose of all paint debris safely and ensure that the work area is thoroughly cleaned after
completing the work.
8 OPERATION
Always observe the safety instructions and applicable regulations.
▪ Use only one hand to hold the tool. Do not place your other hand over the air vents.
Prior to operation mount the correct accessory for the application.
8.1 Switching on and off
▪ To switch the tool on, slide the on/off switch upwards. Some smoke may be emitted after
switching on; this does not indicate a problem.
▪ To switch the tool off, set the on/off switch to position ‘0’. Let the tool cool down before
moving or storing it.
8.2 Temperature setting
You can select the desired area of air temperature of this tool. There are three positions (I, II
and III) on the ON/OFF switch button when operating.
▪ Position I: The temperature is 50℃, its purpose is to reduce the cooling time after working.
▪ Position II: The temperature is 380℃.
▪ Position III: The temperature is 580℃.
8.3 Temperature adjustment
Let this hot air gun run a few minutes and reach to the setting temperature
before operating.
Prior to assembly and adjustment always unplug the tool
The air temperature can be adjusted to suit a wide range of applications. The table below
suggests settings for different applications.
