Bosch 1944LCD User Manual
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Important Safety Instructions for Heat Guns
WARNING
!
Hidden areas such as behind walls, ceilings, floors, soffit boards and other panels may
contain flammable materials (dust, cob webs, mice nests, etc.) that could be ignited by
the heat gun when working in these locations.
readily apparent and could result in property damage and injury to persons.
When working in locations that may have hidden areas, keep the heat gun moving in a
back-and-forth motion.
material behind it.
Paint Stripping Safety Instructions
WARNING
!
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. Exposure 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 MUST NOT BE REMOVED USING A
HEAT GUN.
Persons removing paint should 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 household items
in the area such as carpets, rugs,
furniture, and clothing, cooking utensils
and air ducts.
3) Place drop cloths in the work area to
catch any paint chips or peelings.
protective clothing such as extra work shirts,
overalls and hats.
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
The ignition of these materials may not be
Lingering or pausing in one spot could ignite the panel or the
4) Work in one room at a time. Furnishings
Extreme care should be
taken when stripping
Wear
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 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 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.
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
Keep the heat gun moving, as
gun.
excessive heat will generate fumes that can
be inhaled by the operator.
8) Keep food and drink out of the work
Wash hands, arms and face and rinse
area.
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.
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.
Use a wet cloth to
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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.
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.
!
WARNING
grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other
Some dust created by
power sanding, sawing,
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Wash
General Safety Rules for Heat Guns
DANGER
!
seriously injured.
Avoid contact with nozzle of heat gun
during use.
temperatures as high as 1200 degrees
Fahrenheit. You may be seriously burned.
Do not use heat guns in the rain, moisture
or immerse in water.
gun element to water or other liquids may
cause electrical shock hazard.
Do not use heat guns in areas where
flammable liquids or gases may be stored
or are present.
high temperatures and may ignite these
materials.
Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate heating appliance in
explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust, dry grass, leaves and paper.
appliances generate high temperatures
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Combustible materials like dry grass, leaves
and paper will scorch and may catch fire.
Never use heat guns as
hairdryers!
This heat gun generates
The heat gun generates
You will be
Exposing the heat
Work Area
Heating
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 chemicallytreated 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.
Keep bystanders, children and visitors
away while operating a heating appliance.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
Before plugging in the heating appliance,
be certain the outlet voltage supplied is
compatible with the voltage marked on
the nameplate within 10%.
voltage incompatible with that specified on
the nameplate can result in serious hazards
and damage to the heating appliance.
When operating a heating appliance use
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) on
the circuit or outlet.
appliance to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a heating appliance will create an
electric shock hazard.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the
cord to carry the heating appliance or pull
the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately.
shock hazard.
Damaged cords create electric
Don’t expose heating
An outlet
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When operating a heating appliance with an
extension cord while outdoors, use only
extension cords marked W–A or W.
cords are rated for outdoor use and
reduce the risk of electric shock.
These
Personal Safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use COMMON SENSE when operating a
heating appliance.
or use of drugs, alcohol or medication while
operating a heating appliance can be
dangerous.
Use safety equipment. Always wear safety
goggles.
safety shoes or non-skid shoes, must be
used for appropriate conditions.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch
is “OFF” before plugging in.
heating appliance with your finger on the
switch or plugging in the heating appliance
that has switch “ON” invites accidents.
Do not direct hot tip or nozzle toward
clothing, hands or other body parts.
Intense heat from tip or nozzle can cause
serious burns or cause clothing to ignite.
Do not touch nozzle or shield until
completely cool.
temperatures are generated in these areas.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
Keep your hair, body, clothing and gloves
away from nozzle or shield.
could ignite from extreme heat.
Do not overreach, keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
Dust mask, protective gloves,
A moment of inattention
Carrying the
During use very high
Clothing or hair
Proper footing and
balance enables better control of the heating
appliance in unexpected situations.
Tool Use and Care
D
o not use heating appliance if switch
does not turn it “ON” or “OFF”.
which cannot be controlled by the switch is
dangerous.
Disconnect the plug from the power
source before making any adjustments or
changing accessories.
safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the heating appliance accidentally.
Store idle heating appliance only after
adequate cooling period, indoors in high,
dry place out of the reach of children and
untrained persons.
dangerous in the hands of untrained
persons.
Do not leave heating appliance
unattended while it is running or cooling
down.
Always set tool on a flat, level surface
so that nozzle tip is directed upwards, away
from supporting surface while running or
cooling down.
Keep a fully charged fire extinguisher
close at hand for emergency use.
Such preventative
Heating appliances are
Any tool
Service
Heating appliance service must be
performed only by qualified repair
personnel.
performed by unqualified personnel may
result in misplacing internal wiring and
components which could cause serious
hazard.
Service or maintenance
Double Insulated Tools
Double Insulation is a design concept used
in electric power tools which eliminates the
for the three wire grounded power cord
need
and grounded power supply system. It is a
recognized and approved system by
Underwriter’s Laboratories, CSA and Federal
OSHA authorities.
IMPORTANT: Servicing of a tool with double
insulation requires care and knowledge of the
system and should be performed only by a
qualified service technician.
WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL
REPLACEMENT PARTS.
Double Insulated heating appliances are equip
ped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other.) This plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully
in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a
polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any
way.
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Functional Description and Specifications
WARNING
!
m
easures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any
assembly, adjustments or changing accessories.
Heat Gun
STAND LEGS
AIR VENTS
STORE
BUTTON
OFF/COOL/HOT
SELECTOR SWITCH
AIR VENT
COVER
DISPLAY
BUTTON FOR SETTING AIR FLOW
Such preventive safety
PROGRAM
SELECTION
BUTTON
BUTTON FOR SETTING
THE TEMPERATURE
FIG. 1
NOZZLE
Model number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HEAT
PROTECTOR
1944LCD
Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8"L x 5-1/4"W x 9-1/2"H
Nozzle opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-3/16" dia.
Avg. air volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.6-17.6 cfm
Net weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2 Ibs.
Voltage rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
120 V 60 Hz
Amperage rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13A
Temperature Range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 °F-1200 °F
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OFF/COOL/HOT
SELECTOR SWITCH
STAND LEG
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FIG. 2
FIG. 3
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Operating Instructions
Your Bosch Heat Gun is a heavy-duty,
industrial-quality, general-purpose heat gun.
You can do more heating jobs faster with this
heat gun because of its high power and air
flow ratings.
This product provides a fast flow of heated air
for applications such as activating adhesives,
bending and forming plastics, curing epoxies,
deburring plastics, defrosting frozen coils,
drying negatives and parts, heating solids and
liquids, loosening nuts and bolts, removing
floor tiles and putty, repairing vinyl, shrinking
tubing and packaging, softening materials
and stripping paint.
The proper amount of heat for each
application is dependent upon, the distance of
the nozzle opening from the work surface and
length of time that heat is applied to the work
surface.
Before performing an application, we
recommend that you experiment with a piece
of scrap material. Use care in approaching
the work until you find the proper combination
of shutter adjustment, distance from the work
surface and heat application time.
Use a gentle back and forth motion when
applying heat unless it is found that a
concentrated heat is desired.
OFF/COOL/HOT SELECTOR SWITCH
To turn unit on, slide the selector switch to the
position (cool air setting) or (hot air setting.)
In both positions, the unit starts with the air flow
and temperature values that were set before
the last switch-off.
To turn unit off, slide the selector switch to the
O stop position.
When working for long periods of time with high
temperatures, allow the unit to cool down by
running the unit in the cool air setting before
turn the unit off (Fig. 1).
When heat gun is used in an enclosed
container, such as a shrink tunnel or special
enclosure, ambient air must be allowed to
pass into the heat gun and there must be an
outlet of equal size for the heated air to pass
out of the enclosure also. Total enclosure will
cause damage or possible failure to the heat
gun due to the extreme heat generated.
COOL AIR SETTING
The air flow can be regulated, but
the temperature is fixed at 120 °F
(cannot be regulated), and no
programmed operation is possible.
The cool air setting is suitable for cooling a
warmed workpiece, or for drying of paint. It is
also used for cooling the unit before placing
down or the changing of nozzles.
When changing from the hot air setting with
high temperatures to the cool air setting , a
short period of cooling period is required until
the unit cools down to 120 °C. During this
cooling period, the actual temperature of the
nozzle outlet is shown in the display (Fig. 1) .
When changing from the hot air setting to the
cool air setting , the current air flow setting is
used.
HOT AIR SETTING
The air flow and temperature can
be regulated, normal and
programmed operation is possible.
For applications, see Typical
Applications. When changing from the cold air
setting to the hot air setting , air flow,
temperature, operating mode and program
revert back to the settings that were in use
when the hot air setting was last used.
SETTING THE TEMPERATURE
The temperature in the hot air setting can be
adjusted (Fig. 2).
To change to another temperature, the unit
needs a short time to warm or cool the air
stream to the target temperature. The target
temperature is shown in the display during this
time with blinking arrows .
After reaching the required temperature, the
arrows are eliminated and the display
shows the actual temperature.
The target temperature can be increased in
steps of 10°F by pressing the “+” side of the
temperature button or reduced by pressing the
“–” side of the button. Brief pressing of the
button increases or decreases the target
temperature one time by 10°F. Longer pressing
of the button increases or decreases the
temperature continuously by 10°F steps until
the button is released or the minimum or
maximum temperature is reached.
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The air flow can be regulated with the air flow
button (Fig. 1).
The CFM at each of the 10 airflow settings
depends on the temperature setting. For
example, at the lowest temperature (120
degrees) the lowest airflow setting delivers 3.6
cfm, whereas at the highest temperature (1200
degrees) the lowest airflow setting delivers 8.8 cfm
The air flow can be increased by pressing the
“+” side of the air flow button or decreased by
pushing the “–” side of the button. Brief
pressing of the button increases or decreases
the air flow by one step. Longer pressing of the
button increases or decreases the air flow
continuously until the maximum or minimum air
flow is reached.
Decrease the air flow when, for example:
The surroundings of the workpiece should not
be heated more than necessary. A light
workpiece could be blown away by the air
stream.
In programmed operation, air flow and
temperature settings can be stored in four
programs. In each program, any air flow and
temperature combination are possible.
Also in programmed operation, air flow and
temperature can be changed at any time. If the
changes are not stored through
reprogramming, they are lost when switching
the unit off or when changing to another
program.
To use one of the pre-stored modes, press the
program selection button
of the required program ( , , or ) as
shown in the display (Fig. 2).
The unit is equipped with the following four prestored programs:
Program
SETTING THE AIR FLOW
Minimum air flow (approx. 3.6-8.8 CFM,
depending on temperature setting)
Maximum air flow (approx. 17.6 CFM)
PROGRAMMED OPERATION
“P” until the number
PRE-STORED PROGRAMS
Application
1 Shaping of plastic 480 °F
tubing (e.g. LDPE)
2 Welding of plastic 660 °F
(e.g. PVC)
3 Removing paint/ 860 °F
softening adhesives
4 Soldering 1000 °F
Temperature
Air
Flow
Press the program selection button “P” until
the number of the program to be
reprogrammed is shown in the display. Set the
required temperature and air flow (see figure 3).
As soon as the values of the program are
altered, the symbol blinks in the upper left of
t
he display.
After setting the required air flow and
temperature, press the store button (for about
5 seconds) until the symbol in the display
disappears. The values set are now stored
under the program number shown in the
display.
To change to normal operation, press the
program selection button
there is no longer a program number shown
over the temperature in the display.
The air flow and temperature can be changed
at any time.
The last set unprogramed values for the air flow
and temperature remain stored under the
following conditions:
– Move to program operation
– Move to the cool setting
– Switch-off the unit
REMOVING THE HEAT PROTECTOR
For working in especially narrow places, the
heat protector can be removed.
!
exists when working without the heat protector.
To remove or mount the heat protector, the unit
must be turned off and have cooled. To cool
unit down, run unit briefly in the cool air setting,
if necessary.
Turn the heat protector counter-clockwise to
remove, and clockwise to mount again.
For cooling of the heated unit or to have both
hands free for working, the unit can be set
down in the upright position on the stand legs
on the rear of the tool (Fig. 6).
!
There is danger of burning by the hot nozzle
and the hot air stream.
REPROGRAMMING
NORMAL OPERATION
WARNING
WARNING
Be careful of the hot nozzle!
Increased danger of burning
USING THE UNIT IN
STATIONARY POSITION
Be especially careful when
working with the upright unit!
“P” repeatedly until
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860 ˚F
860˚ ˚F
HDPE 560˚ F
PVC (hard) 560˚ F
PVC (soft) 740˚ F
PP 500˚ F
LDPE 480˚ F
ABS 660˚ F
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Typical Applications
Temperature settings given in the application
examples are suggested values that,
depending on the material characteristics, can
deviate. The distance between the nozzle and
workpiece is dependent on the material to be
processed.
The ideal temperature should first be
ascertained by performing a test. Therefore,
begin with a lower temperature setting.
All application examples (except figure 5) can
be performed without accessories. However,
the use of the recommended accessories
simplify the work and significantly improve the
quality of the results.
WARNING
!
Be careful when changing the
nozzle, danger of burning! Do
not touch the hot nozzle. Allow the unit to cool.
Wear protective gloves.
Bosch stocks a range of accessories (see
Bosch catalog) which facilitate a wide range of
other applications.
STRIPPING PAINT/SOFTENING ADHESIVES
Attach the optional HG010 spreader nozzle.
Soften the paint using hot air and remove
evenly using a spatula. Do not heat the paint for
too long since this will burn the paint, making it
more difficult to remove (Fig. 4).
2. As paint begins to blister and bubble, move
gun slowly in a steady progression across
the surface. Follow closely with a scraping
knife (a 2-inch wall scraper works best) to
scrape the loosened paint. Preheat scraper
as you are heating the paint surface. This
increases the speed of paint stripping.
a. Removal of paint by using heat is based
on the fact that all organic paints soften
at elevated temperatures. When soft, the
paint can be easily lifted off without
damage to the surface.
b. When stripping paint from grooves in
moldings, you can devise your own
scraping tools. Old screwdrivers with
ground-down blades and linoleum
knives are often used.
REMOVING PAINT FROM WINDOW
FRAMES
Danger
of glass breaking!
Use of the optional HG030 deflector nozzle is
essential.
On profiled surfaces, paint can be removed
using a spatula and brushed off using a soft
wire brush (Fig. 5).
FIG. 4
Many adhesives (e.g. stickers) become softer
when heated allowing adhesive bonds to be
separated or superfluous adhesive to be
removed.
1. To strip paint, turn unit on and hold it about
1 inch from the surface being stripped.
Proper distance and speed of stripping
should be determined by experience. It is
an advantage to hold the gun further from
the surface and to move forward slowly.
Slower speed is compensated by the wider
softened areas. Heat will also penetrate
deeper.
FIG. 5
SHAPING PLASTIC TUBING
Attach the optional HG040 reflector nozzle. To
avoid kinking the tubing, fill the tubing with sand
and seal at both ends (Fig. 6).
Heat the tubing evenly by moving it from side to
side.
FIG. 6
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FE 1000 ˚F
P
VC (hard) 560 ˚F
1000 ˚F
560˚ ˚F
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Attach the optional HG020 concentrator or
SHRINK TUBING
H
G040 reflector nozzle. Select the diameter of
t
he heat-shrink tubing according to the
workpiece, for example, a cable lug (Fig. 7).
Use stand to free both hands. Slide tubing
over area to be insulated. Place in air stream
and move with a side to side motion until
tubing has shrunk. Remove from air stream.
Heat the heat-shrinkable tubing evenly.
FIG. 7
DEFROSTING WATER PIPES
Water lines often do not differ in appearance
from gas lines. Gas lines are not to be heated
under any circumstances.
Attach the optional HG040 reflector nozzle.
Direct hot air stream at end of frozen part and
wave back and forth until part is defrosted or
thawed. Heat the frozen zone always from the
outside to the middle.
When warming plastic pipes or connections
between pipe pieces, be especially carefully to
p
revent damage (Fig. 8).
FIG. 8
SOFT SOLDERING
For point soldering, attach the optional HG020
concentrator nozzle. For soldering of pipes,
attach optional the reflector nozzle.
If solder without flux, apply soldering grease or
paste to the location to be soldered. Warm the
location to be soldered for 50–120 seconds on
the material. Apply the solder. Heat the
workpiece and allow it to melt the solder. Do
not heat the solder directly. After the soldered
location has cooled, remove the flux (Fig. 9).
FIG. 9
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