Stainel HL1800E Operator's Use & Care Manual

THE MULTI-USE STEINEL

VARIABLE TEMPERATURE

ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED

HEAT

GUN

TEMPERATURE RANGE 212° F to 1100° F

OPERATOR'S

USE & CARE

MANUAL

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manual before using,

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1095

Made In Germany

UL WARNING Read this instruction book before using.
To reduce risk of fire for electric shock, do not expose to rain
or nnoisture. Store indoors. When servicing, use only identical

replacement parts. When using electric tools, basic safety

precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
fire,

electric shock and personal injury. This Heat Gun

operates at

1100° F with no visual indication of temperature (no flame).
The hot airstream at the outlet nozzle will bum flesh. Do not
tum on Heat Gun with hand in front of nozzle.

DO NOT USE NEAR COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS.

DO NOT USE FOR: • Heating gas engines • Heating car

batteries • Thawing refrigerator equipment

Specifications

Temperature Variable from 212° F to 1100° F
Watts 1500W
Weight 1.5 lbs.
Supply Voltage 120 V AC

Air Flow 14.8 cubic feet/minute
Amps 12.5

Cautions

1.

This heat gun can produce up to 1100° of flameless heat at the

nozzle. Do not direct air stream at clothing, hair or other body
parts.

Do not use as a hair dryer

2.

Do not use near flammable liquids or in an explosive

environment (fumes, gases or dust). Remove materials or
debris, that may become ignited, from work area.

3. Always hold tool by plastic enclosure. The metal nozzle requires
approximately 20 minutes to cool to where it can be touched.
Do not touch nozzle or accessory tips until

cool.

4.

Do not store tool until nozzle has cooled to room temperature.

Place tool in a clear area away from combustible materials while
cooling.

5. Do not cut off air flow by placing nozzle too close to work

piece.

Keep intake vents clean and clear of obstructions.

6. Place tool on a level surface with the support stand firmly in
place when tool is not hand

held.

Place cord in a position that

won't cause tipping.

7. Do not leave tool unattended while running or cooling down.

8. Keep a fully charged fire extinguisher nearby.

9. Do not direct air flow directly on glass,

10.

Shield materials around the heated area to prevent damage or

fire.

11.

Use only with 120V AC voltage.

12.

Do not use in wet conditions.

13.

Not to be used by children. This is not a toy and should be

respected.

14.

Do not use in bath or over water

15.

Safety glasses should be worn when using this

tool.

16.

For stripping paint, see detailed instructions in this manual.

17.

It is recommended that leather gloves be worn when using a

Heat Gun.

•

WARNINGI

This tool is capable of producting temperatures up to

1100° F of flameless heat at the nozzle. ALWAYS:

• Direct the heat away from yourself and others.

• Prevent ignition of combustible materials on or near the
workpiece.

• Prevent blockage of intake and nozzle openings.

Keep a fully charged fire extinguisher on hand.
Allow the nozzle and accessory tips to cool to room temperature
before storage.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Hidden areas such as behind walls, ceilings, floors, soffit
boards, and other panels may contain flammable materials that could
be ignited by the heat gun when working in these locations. The
ignition of these materials may not be readily apparent and could
result in property damage and injury to persons. Do not use if in
doubt about this hazard. When working in these locations, keep the
heat gun moving in a back-and-forth motion. Lingering or pausing in
one spot could ignite the panel or the material behind it. The Heat
Gun should be used on LOW temperature which is approximately at
dial setting number 3.

Paint Stripping

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.

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 used a
paint analyzer to check the lead contact 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.