Chicago Electric 96289 User Manual
ELECTRIC HEAT GUN
Model
96289
1500 WATT
SET-UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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SAVE THIS MANUAL
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating,
inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number
in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if
product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for
future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
In this manual, on the labeling, and all other information
provided with this product:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
CAUTION
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert
symbol, indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not
related to personal injury.
CAUTION, without the safety alert symbol,
is used to address practices not related to
personal injury.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING! Read all instructions
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
re, and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed
below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work area safety1.
Keep work area clean and well lit. a. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the b.
presence of ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. c.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety2.
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any a.
way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, b.
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. c. Water entering a
power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or d.
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for e.
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
Personal safety3.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a.
a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. b. Safety equip-
ment such as respirator, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
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Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before c.
plugging in. Carrying power tools with your nger on the switch or plugging in
power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. d. This
enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelery. Keep your hair, e.
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelery or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
Power tool use and care4.
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. a.
The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. b. Any power
tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from c.
the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow d.
people unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, e.
breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Use the power tool in accordance with these instructions and in the manner f.
intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Service5.
Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person using only a.
identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Maintain labels and nameplates on the Heat Gun. These carry important 1.
safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.
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WARNING! 2. 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. Exposure to even low levels of lead can cause irreversible
brain and nervous system damage; young and unborn children are particularly
vulnerable.
LEAD-BASED PAINT SHOULD ONLY BE REMOVED BY A PROFESSIONAL 3.
AND SHOULD NOT BE REMOVED BY USING A HEAT GUN. Before beginning
a 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.
People removing paint should follow these guidelines:4.
Indoors, keep the work area well ventilated. Open the windows and place an •
exhaust fan in one of them. Make sure the fan is moving the air from inside to
outside.
Remove or cover any carpets, rugs, furniture, clothing, and cooking utensils.•
Place a drop cloth in the work area to catch any paint chips or peelings.•
Wear protective clothing such as extra work shirts, overalls, and hats.•
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.
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.
Wear a dust respirator mask or a dual lter (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. These masks and replaceable lters are
readily available at major hardware stores. Make sure the mask ts. Beards
and facial hair may keep masks from sealing properly. Change lters often.
DISPOSABLE PAPER MASKS ARE NOT ADEQUATE.
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.
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 tobacco in the
work area.
When working with plastics, varnish, or similar materials, gases develop that •
are easily ammable and can lead to explosions. Be prepared for ames to
develop and keep suitable re extinguishing means at hand.
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