Black Decker Hg1300 1800-watt Dual Temperature Heat Gun Instruction Manual

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HEAT GUN INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Catalog Number HG1300
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Important Safety Warnings and Instructions
WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY: · Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool reads and understands all safety
instructions and other information contained in this manual. · Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in instructing others.
General Safety Warnings and Instructions for All Tools
· KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries. · CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Dont expose power tools to rain. Dont use
power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Do not use in presence of flammable liquids or gases. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks may ignite the fumes. · GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures. Use extreme caution when drilling, driving, or cutting into walls, floors, ceilings or other areas or wherever live electrical wires may be contacted, do not touch any metal parts of the tool. Hold the tools only by the plastic handle to prevent electric shock. · KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Do not let children and visitors contact tool or extension cord. All children and visitors should be kept away from work area. · STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry, and high or lockedup place­out of reach of children. · DONT FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended. · USE RIGHT TOOL. Dont force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Dont use tool for purposes not intended. · DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Heavy duty gloves to protect hands and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. · USE SAFETY GLASSES AND OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields, complying with applicable safety standards and, when needed, a face shield. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. This applies to all persons in the work area. Also use a hard hat, hearing protection, gloves, safety shoes and dust collection systems when specified or required. · DONT ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. · SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. Its safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool. · DONT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. · MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. · DISCONNECT TOOLS. Unplug the tool when not in use, when moving tool from place to place, before servicing, and when changing accessories (such as blades, bits, cutters) or making adjustments. · REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on. · AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Dont carry tool with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in. · OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked. · STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired or otherwise impaired. · CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and
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perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off. · REPAIRS AND SERVICE. Repairs, maintenance and any adjustments not specified in this manual should be performed by Black & Decker authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts. · USE OF ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS. The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended for use with the tool could be hazardous. Note: Refer to the accessory section of this manual for further details.
SAFETY GUIDELINES – DEFINITIONS
It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
Additional Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HEAT GUNS 1. Remember that hidden areas such as those behind walls, ceilings, floors, soffit boards
and other panels may contain flammable materials that could be accidentally ignited when stripping paint from the panel. Such a fire would not be readily apparent, and could cause considerable damage and danger of injury. These heat guns are capable of producing temperatures in excess of 1000° F (538° C). 2. Do not use this tool as a hair dryer. 3. Allow the tool to cool before storing. Do not lay the heat gun on flammable surfaces when operating the gun or immediately after shutting it off. Always set the gun on a flat level surface so that the nozzle tip is pointed upward. 4. Always use good quality scrapers and stripping knives. 5. Never obstruct the air intake or nozzle outlet. 6. Be sure to direct the hot air blast in a safe direction; away from other people or flammable objects. 7. Keep fingers away from metal nozzle; it becomes very hot. 8. Dont touch the nozzle to any surface while running or shortly after running. 9. Avoid poking anything down inside the nozzle. 10. Know your work environment. Remember that areas behind soffit board, ceilings, and floors may contain highly flammable materials. Check these areas before applying heat. 11. Clean dry paint from the nozzle after use; it could ignite. 12. Clean your scraper blade frequently during use; it could ignite. 13. Do not use the heat gun in combination with chemical strippers. 14. Do not use accessory nozzles as scrapers. 15. Keep nozzle away from cord. 16. Do not use to cook or warm food.
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17. Be constantly aware that this tool can ignite flammable materials, and soften or melt others. Regardless of the task you are performing, shield or keep away from these materials that are close to the work area.
You may occasionally notice some slight smoking of the tool after it is turned off. This is the result of heating the residual oil that was deposited on the heating element during the manufacturing process.
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: 1. Always be sure the tool is turned off and disconnected from power supply when
unattended. 2. Clean the scraper blade often during use. Built up residue on the blade is highly
flammable. 3. Experiment to find the optimum distance from the tools nozzle to the surface being
stripped. This distance (usually 1-2 inches)(25-50 mm) will vary depending on the material being removed. 4. Keep the heat gun moving ahead of the scraper blade at all times. 5. As you work, clean up loose pieces of paint as they accumulate around the work area. 6. When working indoors, keep away from curtains, papers, upholstery and similar flammable materials. 7. Above all, remember that this is a serious power 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. 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. Exposures 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 always follow these guidelines: 1. Move the work piece 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, 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 women 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 which has
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been approved by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the National Institute of Safety and Health (NIOSH), or the United States Bureau of Mines. These masks and replaceable filters are readily available at major hardware stores. 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.

The label on your tool may include the following symbols.

V ……………………..volts

A ……………………..amperes

Hz ……………………hertz

W ……………………watts

min ……………………minutes

………………….alternating current

………………….direct current

no ……………………no load speed

……………………..Class II Construction ……………………safety alert symbol

……………………earthing terminal …/min ………………revolutions or

reciprocations per minute

WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,
and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
· lead from lead-based paints, · crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and · arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and
work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles. · Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,
and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which may
cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA
approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eye glasses are NOT safety
glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT: · ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3) · ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection · NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection

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USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Make sure the extension cord is in good condition before using. Always use the proper size extension cords with the tool ­ that is, proper wire size for various lengths of cord and heavy enough to carry the current the tool will draw. Use of an undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. For proper size cords see chart below.

Minimum Gage for Cord Sets

Volts 120V

Total Length of Cord in Feet 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150 (0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)

240V

0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300 (0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-60,9m) (60,9-91,4m)

Ampere Rating

More Not more

Than Than

0 -6

18

6 – 10

18

10 – 12

16

12 – 16

14

American Wire Gage

16

16

14

16

14

12

16

14

12

12

Not Recommended

MOTOR Be sure your power supply agrees with nameplate marking. 120 Volts AC only means your tool will operate on standard 60 Hz household power. Do not operate AC tools on DC. A rating of 120 volts AC/DC means that you tool will operate on standard 60 Hz AC or DC power. This information is printed on the nameplate. Lower voltage will cause loss of power and can result in over-heating. All Black & Decker tools are factory-tested; if this tool does not operate, check the power supply.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION A

1. Two speed switch

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2. Support stand

3. Air vents

4. Hot air nozzle

4 1

2

Tool Operation

SWITCH

B

The position of the switch controls both the fan speed and the heat output of the gun. · To turn the tool on in low speed, low heat, depress the side of
the switch marked “I”. · To turn the tool on in high speed, high heat, depress the side
of the switch marked “II”. · To turn the tool off, return the switch to the middle position marked “O”.

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REMOVING PAINT

Efficient paint removal requires the

C

development of technique. Follow the

guidelines in this manual and youll find

that you will have mastered the procedure

after a few simple projects.

Turn on the tool and hold the nozzle about

one inch (25mm) from the surface to be

stripped, as shown in figure C. (Give the

unit about 15-20 seconds running time to

reach its full heat potential.) The paint

being heated will usually begin to blister

when it reaches the proper temperature

for stripping. When it reaches this point

begin scraping with smooth, even strokes.

If the paint is sufficiently hot and the

scraper is properly suited to the surface

being stripped, the paint should come off

in a strip equal to the full width of the

scraper. Move the unit slightly ahead of

the scraper to assure that the paint being stripped is softened.

Best results will be achieved if the heat gun is moved slowly, but constantly, from side to

side to evenly distribute heat. Do not linger or pause in one spot.

Remember that splinters and small particles of stripped paint can be ignited and blown

through holes and cracks in the surface being stripped.

HINTS ABOUT PAINT STRIPPING A smooth, downward scraping action will give good results and will help to prevent gouging the work surface. With some paints, prolonged heating will actually make them tougher to strip. Try a few different heating times until you develop the technique best suited to your particular application. The heat gun is designed to remove both oil based and latex based paints. It will not remove stains or primer coats that have impregnated the wood grain. Scrape paint as soon as it softens, it will soon cool and harden again. Clean the edge of your scraper often to retain a clean, sharp edge. Shield areas adjacent to where youre scraping. For example: shield the door with nonflammable materials if youre stripping the door frame. Dont concentrate the tools heat on a window pane or other glass surface. Excessive heat may crack the glass. Use some nonflammable material to shield the glass when stripping the window frame.

OTHER USES

For hands free operation, use the heat

D

gun stand as shown in figure D.

Aside from stripping paint, your heat gun

has a wide array of other uses. Use it for

softening linoleum and floor tile and for

loosening heat sensitive adhesives. Its

perfect for use with heat shrinkable tubing

and anywhere you need a portable heat

source. You can even use it to thaw

frozen metal water pipes.

Automotive uses include reducing set up

time on body fillers or drying time on

paints (the product manufacturers

recommendations must be followed.)

Caution must be exercised around

gasoline, automotive fluids, tires, gaskets,

upholstery and hoses, etc. to prevent

damage or fires. Be constantly aware

that this tool can ignite flammable

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materials and soften or melt others. Avoid overheating adjacent flammable materials such as wood, insulation, electrical wiring jackets or plastic. Thaw only those metal pipe sections that are fully exposed. Do not attempt to thaw pipes that are inside walls, floors, ceilings, or otherwise enclosed. Do not attempt to thaw pipes that are wrapped in insulation.
MAINTENANCE Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid. IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (other than those listed in this manual) should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service personnel, always using identical replacement parts.
ACCESSORIES
WARNING: The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could
be hazardous. Always unplug the tool before attaching or removing accessories. Do not remove accessory tips until the tool has cooled to room temperature.

PROBLEM · Unit will not start.

TROUBLESHOOTING
POSSIBLE CAUSE · Cord not plugged in.

POSSIBLE SOLUTION · Plug tool into a working outlet.

· Circuit fuse is blown.

· Replace circuit fuse. (If the product repeatedly causes the circuit fuse to blow, discontinue use immediately and have it serviced at a Black & Decker service center or authorized servicer.)

· Circuit breaker is tripped.

· Reset circuit breaker. (If the product repeatedly causes the circuit breaker to trip, discontinue use immediately and have it serviced at a Black & Decker service center or authorized servicer.)

· Cord or switch is damaged.

· Have cord or switch replaced at Black & Decker Service Center or Authorized Servicer.

For assistance with your product, visit our website www.blackanddecker.com for the location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK & DECKER help line at
1-800-544-6986.

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SERVICE INFORMATION All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under “Tools–Electric” or call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com
FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways. The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made within the time period of the retailers policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges. The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be required.Black & Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under “Tools-Electric” in the yellow pages of the phone directory. This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province. Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This product is not intended for commercial use. FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement. LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, check country specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call the local company or see the website for warranty information.

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