Harbor Freight Tools Heat Gun 47269 User Manual

HEAT GUN  
WITH ACCESSORIES  
47269  
ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
®
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011  
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,  
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS  
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.  
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Copyright 2002, 2004 by Harbor FreightTools . All rights reserved. No  
portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in  
any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.  
For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353  
 
electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the  
tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance  
path to carry electricity away from the user.  
5.  
Double insulated tools are equipped 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. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord  
and grounded power supply system.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
Avoid body contact with grounded 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 or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool  
will increase the risk of electric shock.  
Do not abuse the Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry the tools or pull  
the Plug from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or  
moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immediately. Damaged Power Cords  
increase the risk of electric shock.  
9.  
When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord markedW-  
A” or “W”. These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and reduce the risk of  
electric shock.  
PERSONAL SAFETY  
10.  
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a  
power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,  
alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may  
result in serious personal injury.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep  
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or  
long hair can be caught in moving parts.  
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging in.  
Carrying power tools with your finger on the Power Switch, or plugging in power tools  
with the Power Switch on, invites accidents.  
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on. A wrench  
or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal  
injury.  
14.  
15.  
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing  
and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.  
Use safety equipment. Always wear ANSI approved safety goggles and a  
respirator mask when using this tool.-See Heat Gun Specific Instruction 6 on page  
5 for further details.  
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TOOL USE AND CARE  
16.  
Use clamps (not included) or other practical ways to secure and support the  
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is  
unstable and may lead to loss of control.  
17.  
18.  
19.  
Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will  
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.  
Do not use the power tool if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool  
that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced.  
Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source and allow the tools to  
cool completely before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing  
the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.  
20.  
21.  
22.  
Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are  
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.  
Maintain tools with care. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do not use”  
until repaired.  
Before each use, check for breakage of parts and any other condition that may  
affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many  
accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.  
23.  
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model.  
Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on  
another tool.  
SERVICE  
24.  
25.  
Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or  
maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.  
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions  
in the “Maintenancesection of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to  
follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.  
Warning:  
The warnings, cautions and instructions 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.  
Warning: This product contains or, when used, produces a chemical known to the State of  
California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other reproductive harm). (California  
Health & Safety Code 25249.5 et seq.)  
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Heat Gun Specific Safety Rules  
Important Safety Instructions  
Read These Instructions  
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 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 SHOULD 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 carpets, rugs, furniture, clothing, cooking utensils, and air ducts.  
3) Place drop cloth in the work area to catch any paint chips or peelings. Wear protective clothing such  
as extra work shirts, overalls, and hats.  
4) 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.  
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. These 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 Gun. Keep the Heat Gun moving as excessive heat will generate  
fumes which can be inhaled by the operator.  
8) 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 gum or tobacco in the work area.  
9) Clean up all removed paint and dust by wet mopping the floors. Use a wet cloth to clean all walls, sills,  
and any other surface where paint or dust is clinging. DO NOT SWEEP, DRY DUST ORVACUUM. Use a  
high phosphate detergent or trisodium phosphate (TSP) to wash and mop areas.  
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. Wash 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.  
12)Take caution as some woods contain preservatives such as copper chromium arsenate (CCA) which  
can be toxic. When working with these materials extra care should be taken to avoid inhalation and  
minimize skin contact.  
13) People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before using this product. Electromagnetic  
fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference to or failure of the pacemaker.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.  
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Nozzle is extremely hot. When using the Heat Gun, never allow any body part to contact  
nozzle. Never touch any hot surface when the Heat Gun is running. Be careful to put the hot Heat Gun  
down only on a non-flammable surface.  
Never use heat Gun as a blow dryer. Never direct heat flow to any person or animal.  
Do not obstruct the airflow. Do not cover air outlet at any time. Do not put anything down on the  
nozzle.  
Additional Warnings and Safety Instructions  
Hidden areas such as behind walls, ceilings, floors, attic 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.  
When working in these locations, keep the Heat Gun moving in a back-and-forth motion. Lin-  
gering or pausing in one spot could ignite the panel or the material behind it.  
GROUNDING  
WARNING!  
Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric  
shock. Check with a qualfified 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 fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed  
by a qualified electrician.  
GROUNDED TOOLS:TOOLS WITH THREE PRONG PLUGS  
1.  
Tools marked with “Grounding Required” 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  
Figure A, next page.)  
2.  
3.  
The grounding prong in the plug is 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 Figure A.)  
Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and grounded  
in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet should look like  
those in the following illustration. (See Figure A.)  
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FIGURE B  
FIGURE A  
DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS:TOOLS WITH TWO PRONG PLUGS  
4.  
5.  
Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not require grounding. They have a special double  
insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable  
standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard Association, and  
the National Electrical Code. (See Figure B.)  
Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the following  
illustration. (See Figure B.)  
SYMBOLOGY  
Double Insulated  
Canadian Standards  
Association  
Underwriters  
Laboratories, Inc.  
Volts Alternating Current  
V ~  
Amperes  
A
No Load Revolutions  
per Minute (RPM)  
n
o
xxxx/min.  
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EXTENSION CORDS  
1.  
2.  
Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord.  
As the distance from the supply outlet 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 Figure C.)  
3.  
The smaller the gauge number of the 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 Figure C.)  
4.  
5.  
If using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure  
each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required. (See Figure C.)  
If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate  
amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size.  
(See Figure C.)  
6.  
7.  
If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make sure it is marked with the  
suffixW-A(“Win Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.  
Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.  
Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician  
before using it.  
8.  
Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or  
wet areas.  
REQUIRED MINIMUM EXTENSION CORD GAUGE - 110 VOLT  
EXTENSION CORD LENGTH  
NAMEPLATE  
AMPERES  
(At Full Load)  
0-25 FT.  
25-50 FT.  
16  
50-100 FT.  
100-150 FT.  
18  
16  
16  
16  
14  
14  
14  
12  
12  
12  
10  
10  
10  
14  
12  
12  
10  
10  
10  
8
8
8
8
8
6
8
12  
10  
10  
8
8
8
8
6
6
6
16  
14  
14  
12  
12  
12  
12  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
12  
14  
16  
18  
20  
22  
24  
26  
28  
30  
6
4
4
6
6
FIGURE C  
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The Heat Gun and included accessories are designed to be used to remove paint from painted surfaces.  
Never use the Heat Gun with chemical strippers.  
Other Uses for the Heat Gun  
1)  
2)  
3)  
4)  
5)  
6)  
7)  
8)  
Shrink plastic wire nuts and other wire jointers for tight fits.  
Remove self-adhesive trim and stickers.  
Wax and remove wax from surfboards, skis, and snowboards.  
Use with PVC shrink wrap sheeting for extra bonding power.  
Thaw frozen pipes and locks. Do not use on plastic pipe!  
Dry out damaged timber or use to highlight wood grain before staining.  
Soften old putty prior to removal.  
Speed up drying times for all types of paints, glues and stains.  
Assembly  
Your Heat Gun comes completely assembled. It is only necessary to select the  
appropriate attachment and follow the operating instructions below.  
Note: Performance of this tool (if powered by line voltage) may vary depending on variations in  
local line voltage. Extension cord usage may also affect tool performance.  
Operation  
To assist you with operation please refer to the Operational Figures as well as the  
Assembly Diagram and Parts List located on the last pages of this manual.  
Never use the Heat Gun with chemical strippers.  
Always clean dried paint and varnish from the nozzle after use to prevent ignition.  
Observe all safety precautions regarding ventilation. Lead-based paint is poison-  
ous, and should only be removed by a professional and should not be removed using a  
heat gun.  
Step 1)  
Make certain to cover all surfaces that should not be heated with nonflammable material.  
Outlet-45 Degree Discharge  
Nose Cone (32)  
Figure D-Nose Cone with Attachment  
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Step 2)  
Step 3)  
Select the desired and appropriate attachment for the Heat Gun. Slide the attachment onto the  
Nose Cone (32) -see Figure D, previous page.  
Turn on the Heat Gun. The Heat Gun has a High setting, a Low setting and an OFF Setting.  
Push the Switch (2) in at “H” (top of Switch) for the High setting or at “L (bottom of Switch) to  
run on the low setting. Allow it to reach full power and full heat.  
Step 4)  
Step 5)  
Hold the Nose Cone (32) with attachment 3" to 4" from the surface and/or material to be  
heated.  
If removing paint, wait until the paint begins to bubble. Use one of the three scraping attach-  
ments (Pear Shaped, Triangle Shaped, or 3-Sided) to remove it. Slide the desired scraping  
attachment onto the Wood Handle withThreaded End (36). Place it over one Nut (37), then  
tighten second Nut (38) on top of attachment. Scraper will be sandwiched between both Nuts.  
Note:  
Overheating will make the paint more difficult to remove.  
Clean the scraper edge frequently to prevent build up of material.  
Maintenance  
1.  
Unplug the Power Cord before performing any service or maintenance on the Heat Gun. Allow the Heat  
Gun to cool down completely.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Clean the air intakes after every use.  
Clean the Nose Cone (32) and outlet after every use.  
Clean the housing with a normal household cleaning agent. Do not use gasoline or a similar substance to  
clean any part of the Heat Gun.  
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Unpacking  
When unpacking your Heat Gun in Blowmold Case, check to make sure the following parts are included.  
If any parts are missing or broken, please call HARBOR FREIGHTTOOLS at 1-800-444-3353.  
Parts List  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Left Housing  
Switch  
Shock Proof Pad  
Diode  
Motor  
Tapping Screw  
Screw  
Fan  
Tapping Screw  
Vent VRI  
Regulator  
Capacitor  
Circuit Board  
Wire Conductor  
Tapping Screw  
Wire Strain Plate  
Right Housing  
Ring  
1
1
2
4
1
2
2
1
3
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
5
1
1
2
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
HeatingWire  
CeramicTube  
Washer  
Connector Piece  
Mica Paper  
Air Duct  
Air Locking Ring  
Nose Cone  
Tapping Screw  
Motor Support  
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20 *  
21  
22  
23  
24  
Label  
Wood Handle w/Threaded End  
Nut  
Nut  
Triangle Shaped Scraper  
3 Sided Scraper  
Pear Shaped Scraper  
Wooden Handle Putty Knife  
Outlet Diameter Reducer  
Outlet-Flatten Discharge  
Outlet-45 Degree Discharge  
Outlet-Eccentric Discharge  
Sheath  
Power Cord  
Tapping Screw  
Fix Sleeve  
CeramicTube  
Cover  
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available  
individually as replacement parts.  
* Power Cord only available with Sheath (19). Sold only as an assembly.  
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PLEASE READTHE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY  
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS  
MANUAL AS A REFERENCETOOL ONLY. NEITHERTHE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY  
REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO  
MAKE ANY REPAIRSTOTHE PRODUCT ORTHAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIEDTO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF  
THE PRODUCT. IN FACT,THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATESTHAT ALL  
REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSEDTECH-  
NICIANS AND NOT BYTHE BUYER.THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS  
OR HER REPAIRSTOTHE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTSTHERETO, OR ARISING OUT  
OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTSTHERETO.  
Assembly Diagram  
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