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HEAT GUN KIT
HG 1600K
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing the Earlex HG1600K Heat Gun Kit,
this is a highly versatile kit that can be used in a
variety of applications.
BEFORE USE - PLEASE READ THE SAFETY &
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Please retain for future reference
HEAT SETTINGS
Nozzles
The kit is supplied with 4 different
shaped nozzles, which can be used
as follows.
The Heat Gun has two settings:
1.Low heat - for use where the
workpiece or surroundings must
not be allowed to get too hot.
Setting~400°C.
2.High heat - for faster heat up
time of the workpiece where you
can also operate the gun at a
greater distance.
Concentrator Nozzle
This nozzle
directs a
concentrated
heat flow to the
workpiece. It is
ideal for use
Setting~590°C.
when removing
Concentrator Nozzle
paint in awkward
OPERATION
corners, crevices, mouldings,
beading, architrave’s or whenever
precise paint removal is required.
Before starting the job it is
advisable to test the workpiece for
the ideal temperature to use. The
table below gives an indication of
the likely heat settings required but
always start with the low heat
setting.
Deflector Nozzle
This nozzle
directs a long
narrow heat
pattern to the
workpiece, and
is ideal for
The distance between the nozzle
and the workpiece will vary
according to the material being
worked on but this should always
be at least 50mm (2”) or more on
either heat setting.
removing paint
or varnish from
Deflector Nozzle
large flat surfaces such as skirting
boards, doors, stairs etc. It should
be used in conjunction with a flat
scraper. Vinyl tiles can be removed
by softening the tile.
All applications, with the exception
of removing paint from the window
frames, can be performed without
using a nozzle, however for best
results nozzles are recommended.
Glass Protection Nozzle
This nozzle
deflects the
Suggested Ratings
heat away from
glass or other
fragile areas
and back onto
Paint Stripping
Defrosting Pipes
Bending Plastic
High Setting
High Setting
Low Setting
the workpiece.
Heat shrinking plastic Low Setting
Glass Protection Nozzle
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Hook Nozzle
This nozzle
disperses the
heat flow
evenly around
the whole
workpiece. It is
ideal for
Heart Shavehook
Hook Nozzle
defrosting
frozen pipes, soldering pipe work,
bending plastics and heat-shrinking
electrical parts.
Shavehooks
Assembly of Shavehook
Select the required blade from the
set. Take the wooden shafted
handle from the set, remove the nut
from the end, fit the required blade
then fix in place by refitting and
tightening the nut.
Removing Paint
Choose the required nozzle and fit
onto the heat outlet. Select the
scraper or shavehook required.
Hold the gun with the nozzle
approximately 50mm (2”) from the
surface of the paintwork and
starting with the lower heat setting
move it slowly backwards and
forwards until the paint blisters and
bubbles. Immediately remove the
paint with the scraper or
shavehook. Aim to heat the paint
just ahead of the scraper so that
you can develop a continuous
action. Do not heat the paint for too
long, as this will burn the paint
making it difficult to remove.
Use the triangular shavehook for
stripping paint from flat wooden
surfaces and edges, use the
combination, heart shavehooks for
mouldings in convex or concave
profiles.
Remember to
clean the
blade after use
with wirewool
and lightly oil
before storing.
Triangular Shavehook
Most stickers can also be removed
from paintwork by using the heat to
soften the adhesive. Be careful not
to direct the heat for too long if you
are trying just to remove the
stickers, as this will blister the paint.
Combination Shavehook
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Removing paint from window
frames
same type of plastic. The areas
being welded must be clean and
grease-free. Heat the seam until the
plastic becomes tacky, then apply
the other surface.
Always use the glass protection
nozzle. Ensure you have the nozzle
facing the correct way to deflect the
heat away from the glass before
you switch on. Rotate the gun or
nozzle 90o as you move to
horizontal or vertical bead. Allow
nozzle to cool before attempting to
turn it. Paint can be removed from
profile surfaces by using a
WARNING: Plastic can very
quickly change from being tacky
into becoming liquid. Beware of
burns from hot plastic. Do not
remove molten plastic from a
burn. Run under cold water and
seek medical advice.
shavehook and/or a soft wire brush.
WARNING: Glass can break
easily
Bending plastic tube
Choose the Hook nozzle and fit
over heat outlet. Turn the gun
upside down and place on it’s clip
stand so that it is resting on a
secure bench with the nozzle
pointing upwards; see picture
below. To avoid buckling or kinking
the tube, fill the tube with dry sand
and seal at both ends. Heat the
Defrosting frozen pipes
Choose the Hook nozzle and fit
over the heat outlet. Always heat
from one or other end of the frozen
portion, not from the middle.
WARNING: Do not attempt to
defrost PVC pipes. Always check tube evenly by moving from side to
that it is a water pipe and not a
gas pipe. Do not heat a gas pipe.
side and bend to required shape.
WARNING: Protect hands from
heat.
Shrink sealing electrical cables
Choose the Hook nozzle and fit
over heat outlet. Select a heat-
shrinkable sleeve with a diameter
matching that of the workpiece.
Evenly heat the sleeve.
Welding plastics
Choose the Concentrator or
Deflector nozzle and fit over heat
outlet. The materials being welded
together must be of exactly the
Bending Plastic
Tubing
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Unit fails to work:
Maintenance
Check the fuse in the plug is sound
and rated 13amps.
Always allow the machine to cool
down and disconnect from power
supply. The heat gun should be
cleaned before being stored away
by wiping over with a clean damp
cloth; do not use any chemicals.
Ensure that the ventilation slots are
not blocked.
If an extension cable is used it must
be fully unwound and rated at least
10amps capacity.
IF YOU REQUIRE FURTHER
ASSISTANCE PLEASE CONTACT
OUR HELPLINE NO.
Trouble Shooting
01483 454666
If a problem occurs always
switch the unit off immediately.
Monday - Friday 08:30 - 17:00
(Excluding Bank Holiday)
MAINS CONNECTION
Your unit has been supplied with a mains lead with a fitted moulded plug.
This is identified by the fuse holder in the base of the plug. Please read
the following safety instructions before use.
1 If the moulded plug is cut off from the mains lead then the plug must be
disposed of safely.
NEVER under any circumstances insert such a plug into a 13 amp
socket.
2 NEVER under any circumstances use the appliance without the fuse
cover fitted. This is the little cover fixed into the base of the plug to hold
the fuse in place.
3 If you lose the fuse cover then please contact any electrical dealer for a
replacement or ring our helpline.
4 A replacement fuse must be rated at 13amp. The fuse must be
manufactured and approved to BS1362.
5 IF IN ANY DOUBT PLEASE CONTACT AN ELECTRICIAN.
If you need to fit a plug to the mains lead, this should be fitted in
accordance with the wiring instructions as shown below, and will need to
be used with a 13 amp fuse. If in doubt consult an electrician. If the
mains lead becomes damaged it should be replaced with our Pt No G32.
If you are using an extension lead it must be rated at a minimum of 10
amps and fully unwound. Do not operate with a lead rated at less than 10
amps as this will cause premature failure of the element which is not
covered by guarantee.
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As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your
plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which
is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be
connected to the terminal which is marked with the
letter L or coloured red.
GUARANTEE
This heat gun is guaranteed for a period of 2 years against faulty
manufacture or materials. It is not guaranteed for industrial or hire
purposes. The scraper, shavehooks and nozzles are classed as
consumables and are not covered by guarantee. This guarantee does
not affect your statutory rights.
In the event of any problem occurring please contact us on our
Helpline no.
01483 - 454666
Monday - Friday 08:30 - 17:30 (Excluding bank holidays)
EC Declaration of Conformity
We declare that the unit: HG1600 conforms to: 73/23/EEC
EN60335-1, EN60335-2-45 & 89/336/EEC EN61000-3-2,
EN61000-3-3 & EN5501
Tim Hopper - Technical Director
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If you require further information on any of
our other products, please telephone or write
to the address below or visit our website
Earlex Ltd.,
Moorfield Road, Slyfield Industrial Estate,
Guildford, Surrey. GU1 1RU. ENGLAND.
Tel: +44(01) 01483 - 454666. Fax: +44(01) 01483 - 454548.
email:[email protected]
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