Harbor Freight Tools 65057 User Manual

36W/110V HOT BLADE

DECAL REMOVER

65057

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.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.

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contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of
Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for
assembly and service may not be included.

For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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.

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.

General Power Tool Safety

Warnings

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 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.

WARNING Read all safety

warnings and instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric
shock, re and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and
instructions for future reference.

The term ″power tool″ in the

warnings refers to your mains-

operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power
tool.

Work area safety1.

Keep work area clean and well lit. a.

Cluttered or dark areas invite acci-

dents.

Do not operate power tools in b.
explosive atmospheres, such as in

the presence of ammable liquids,

gases or dust. Power tools create

sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.

Keep children and bystanders c.
away while operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose

control.

Electrical safety2.

Power tool plugs must match the a.
outlet. Never modify the plug in
any way. Do not use any adapter

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plugs with grounded power tools.

Unmodied plugs and matching out­lets will reduce risk of electric shock.

Avoid body contact with grounded b.
surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is

an increased risk of electric shock if

your body is grounded.

Do not expose power tools to rain c.
or wet conditions. Water entering

a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use d.
the cord for carrying, pulling or
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 out-e.
doors, use an extension cord suit­able for outdoor use. Use of a cord

suitable for outdoor use reduces the

risk of electric shock.

If operating a power tool in a damp f.
location is unavoidable, use a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of

a GFCI reduces the risk of electric

shock.

Personal safety3.

Stay alert, watch what you are do-a.
ing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use
a power tool while you are tired

or under the inuence of drugs,

alcohol or medication. A moment

of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious personal
injury.

Safety equipment such as dust mask,

non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or

hearing protection used for appropri­ate conditions will reduce personal
injuries.

Remove any adjusting key or c.
wrench before turning the power
tool on. A wrench or a key left at-

tached to a rotating part of the power
tool may result in personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper d.
footing and balance at all times.

This enables better control of the

power tool in unexpected situations.

Only use safety equipment that e.
has been approved by an appropri­ate standards agency. Unapproved

safety equipment may not provide
adequate protection. Eye protection
must be ANSI-approved and breath­ing protection must be NIOSH-ap­proved for the specic hazards in the
work area.

Power tool use and care4.

Do not force the power tool. Use a.
the correct power tool for your ap­plication. 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 it does b.
not turn on and off. Any power tool

that cannot be controlled dangerous

and must be repaired.

Disconnect the plug from the c.
power source before making any
adjustments, changing accesso­ries, or storing power tools. Such

preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool ac­cidentally.

Use personal protective equip-b.
ment. Always wear eye protection.

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Store idle power tools out of the d.
reach of children and do not allow

persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to oper­ate the power tool. Power tools are

dangerous in the hands of untrained

users.

3. Do not lay the tool down

on any ammable surface.

Use the included Tool
Holder (11).

Maintain power tools. Check for e.
breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If dam­aged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are

caused by poorly maintained power
tools.

Keep cutting tools sharp and f.
clean. Properly maintained cutting

tools with sharp cutting edges are

less likely to bind and are easier to

control.

Use the power tool, accessories g.
and tool bits etc. in accordance
with these instructions, 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.

When using a handheld power tool, 4.

maintain a rm grip on the tool with

both hands.

Do not leave the tool unattended 5.
when it is plugged into an electrical
outlet. Turn off the tool by unplug­ging it from its electrical outlet before
leaving.

This product is not a toy. Keep it out 6.
of reach of children.

WARNING: Handling the cord on 7.
this product will expose you to lead,
a chemical known to the State of
California to cause cancer, and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling. (Califor­nia Health & Safety Code § 25249.5,
et seq.)

Hot Surface Safety

Service6.

Have your power tool serviced by a.

a qualied repair person using

only identical replacement parts.

This will ensure that the safety of the

power tool is maintained.

Decal Remover Safety Warnings

Maintain labels and nameplates on 1.
the tool. These carry important safety
information. If unreadable or miss­ing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.

Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare 2.
to begin work before turning on the
tool.

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Do not touch hot surfaces. Use han-1.
dles or knobs and oven mittens.

Allow to cool before putting on or tak-2.
ing off parts.

Do not operate the appliance near 3.
draperies, curtains, and walls. These

ammable materials may catch re

from this electric appliance.

Provide adequate ventilation space 4.
on all sides of the appliance, espe­cially near vents. Inadequate ventila-

tion may cause re or damage to the

appliance.

Keep multiple ABC class re extin-5.
guishers nearby. Monitor the appli­ance while in use.

The warnings, precautions, and in-6.
structions discussed in this instruction
manual cannot cover all possible con­ditions and situations that may occur.
It must be understood by the operator
that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the
operator.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS.

GROUNDING

TO PREVENT

ELECTRIC SHOCK
AND DEATH FROM
INCORRECT GROUNDING
WIRE CONNECTION:

Check with a qualied

electrician if you are in doubt
as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not
modify the power cord plug
provided with the tool. Never
remove the grounding prong
from the plug. Do not use the
tool if the power cord or plug
is damaged. If damaged, have
it repaired by a service facility
before use. If the plug will not

t the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualied

electrician.

Grounded Tools: Tools with Three

Prong Plugs

Tools marked with “Grounding Re-1.
quired” have a three wire cord and
three prong grounding plug. The
plug must be connected to a properly
grounded outlet. If the tool should
electrically malfunction or break
down, grounding provides a low
resistance path to carry electricity
away from the user, reducing the risk
of electric shock. (See 3-Prong Plug

and Outlet.)

The grounding prong in the plug is 2.
connected through the green wire in­side the cord to the grounding system
in the tool. The green wire in the cord
must be the only wire connected to
the tool’s grounding system and must
never be attached to an electrically
“live” terminal. (See 3-Prong Plug

and Outlet.)

The tool must be plugged into an 3.
appropriate outlet, properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all
codes and ordinances. The plug and
outlet should look like those in the
preceding illustration. (See 3-Prong

Plug and Outlet.)

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Double Insulated Tools: Tools

with Two Prong Plugs

Tools marked “Double Insulated” do 1.
not require grounding. They have
a special double insulation system

which satises OSHA requirements

and complies with the applicable
standards of Underwriters Labora­tories, Inc., the Canadian Standard
Association, and the National Electri­cal Code. (See Outlets for 2-Prong

Plug.)

Double insulated tools may be used 2.
in either of the 120 volt outlets shown
in the preceding illustration. (See

Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)

The smaller the gauge number of the 3.
wire, the greater the capacity of the
cord. For example, a 14 gauge cord
can carry a higher current than a 16
gauge cord. (See Table A.)

When using more than one exten-4.
sion cord to make up the total length,
make sure each cord contains at
least the minimum wire size required.

(See Table A.)

If you are using one extension cord 5.
for more than one tool, add the
nameplate amperes and use the sum
to determine the required minimum
cord size. (See Table A.)

If you are using an extension cord 6.
outdoors, make sure it is marked with

the sufx “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to

indicate it is acceptable for outdoor
use.

Make sure the extension cord is prop-7.
erly wired and in good electrical con­dition. Always replace a damaged
extension cord or have it repaired by

a qualied electrician before using it.

Extension Cords

Grounded1. tools require a three wire
extension cord. Double Insulated
tools can use either a two or three
wire extension cord.

As the distance from the supply outlet 2.
increases, you must use a heavier
gauge extension cord. Using exten­sion cords with inadequately sized
wire causes a serious drop in voltage,
resulting in loss of power and pos­sible tool damage.

(See Table A.)

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Protect the extension cords from 8.
sharp objects, excessive heat, and
damp or wet areas.

RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE

GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS*

(120/240 VOLT)

EXTENSION CORD

NAMEPLATE

LENGTH

AMPERES

(at full load)

0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16

2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14

3.5 – 5.0 18 18 16 14 12

5.1 – 7.0 18 16 14 12 12

7.1 – 12.0 18 14 12 10 -

12.1 – 16.0 14 12 10 - -

16.1 – 20.0 12 10 - - -

TABLE A

25’

50’

75’

100’

* Based on limiting the line

voltage drop to ve volts at

150% of the rated amperes.

Symbology

150’

V~

A

n0 xxxx/min.

Double Insulated

Canadian Standards Association

Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

Volts Alternating Current

Amperes

No Load Revolutions per Minute
(RPM)

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SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical Requirements 110 V~ / 60 Hz

Power Usage 36 Watts

Cord Type 2-prong polarized

Operating Temperature

Blade Requirement

Heating Tube: 248° F.
Razor Blade: 169° F.

Standard single edge
reinforced utility razor
blade

UNPACKING

TO PREVENT

SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before
assembling or making any
adjustments to the tool.

Note: For additional information regarding

the parts listed in the following pages,
refer to the Assembly Diagram near
the end of this manual.

When unpacking, check to make sure
that the item is intact and undamaged. If
any parts are missing or broken, please
call Harbor Freight Tools at the number
shown on the cover of this manual as soon
as possible.

List of contents

Part(s) Description Q’ty

Decal Remover 1

10 Utility Razor Blade 2

11 Tool Holder 1

INSTRUCTIONS FOR

PUTTING INTO USE

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT

SAFETY INFORMATION
section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set
up or use of this product.

Assembly

Before use, a Blade (10) must be 1.
inserted in the Blade Holder (6). Slide
the Blade into the Holder from the
side.

CAUTION: The Blade is sharp

and can easily cut you or
cause injury or damage.
Handle with care.

Functions

This tool is useful for removing de-1.
cals, pin striping and stickers from
hard surfaces.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT

SAFETY INFORMATION
section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set
up or use of this product.

Work Piece and Work Area Set Up

Designate a work area that is clean 1.
and well-lit. The work area must not

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allow access by children or pets to

prevent injury and distraction.

Route the power cord along a safe 2.

route to reach the work area without

creating a tripping hazard or exposing

the power cord to possible damage.

The power cord must reach the work

area with enough extra length to al-

low free movement while working.

There must not be hazardous ob-3.

jects, such as utility lines or foreign

objects, nearby that will present a

hazard while working.

General Operating Instructions

This tool has no ON/OFF switch. It 1.

will begin to heat up as soon as it is

plugged in. Place the tool on its Tool

Holder (11) and plug it in.

To prevent accidents, turn off the 7.
appliance and disconnect its power
supply after use. Remove the Blade
and store all blades in a safe loca­tion. Clean, then store the appliance
indoors out of children’s reach.

This tool is sharp,

and it may scratch or mar painted

or nished surfaces. Harbor Freight

Tools is not responsible for any dam­age done while using this tool. Test
this tool in an inconspicuous area
before working.

As soon as the tool has heated, it is 2.

ready for use. Keep the tool away

from any ammable surface or mate-

rial.

Holding the tool by the handle, apply 3.

the heated blade to the edge of a de-

cal, pinstripe, sticker or similar item.

For most effective removal, slowly 4.

work the blade under the decal. Try to

keep the decal intact, and allow time

for the heat to soften the glue.

When nished, return the Decal 5.

Remover tool to its Tool Holder (11).

Do not place the tool on a ammable

surface or any surface which can be

damaged by heat. Unplug the power

cord and allow the tool to cool down.

You may wish to use an adhesive 6.

cleaner for nal clean up after the de-

cal is removed.

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MAINTENANCE AND

SERVICING

Procedures not specically

explained in this manual
must be performed only by a

qualied technician.

TO PREVENT

SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before
performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY FROM TOOL
FAILURE:
Do not use damaged
equipment. If abnormal noise
or heating occurs, have the
problem corrected before
further use.

be replaced only by a qualied

service technician.

Cleaning and Maintenance

BEFORE EACH USE,1. inspect the

general condition of the tool. Check
for loose screws, misalignment or
binding of parts, cracked or broken
parts, damaged electrical wiring, and
any other condition that may affect its
safe operation.

AFTER USE,2. clean external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth.

Use only Razor Blades in good condi-3.
tion. Do not use dull, dirty, chipped or
bent blades.

4. WARNING! If the supply cord of
this power tool is damaged, it must

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PARTS LIST

Part Description Q’ty

1 Handle 1

2 Steel Gasket 2

3 Heating Tube 1

4 Rubber Grip 1

5 Wire 1

6 Blade Holder 1

7 Screw 2

8 Screw 3

9 Screw 2

10 Utility Razor Blade 2

11 Tool Holder

(Not Shown in Diagram)

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING

CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR
HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS
A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE
MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES
ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF
ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE
IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE
PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED
TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT.
IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR
DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT
ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS
SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED
AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY
THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK
AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER
REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR
REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING
OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF
REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

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