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Item 69343

Sa

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Opera

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Maintenance

Setup

General Operating instructions

1�  Plug the Power Cord of the tool into a 120 

volt, grounded, electrical outlet�

2�  Allow the Heat Gun one minute to 

build up to the desired heat level�

WarninG!  to prevent serious injury 

do not leave the Heat Gun unattended 

while pointed at surfaces or objects.
WarninG!  Do not touch work area with 

the Heat Gun; it could scorch or ignite.

3�  The Power Button has three stages�  Push 

once for the low setting, push again for 

the high setting, and push a third time to 

turn OFF with the Automatic Cool Down 

Stage�  In the OFF setting the Heat 

Gun will run for 80 seconds in the cool 

down stage and then automatically turn 

off�  The green LED light is illuminated 

when the gun is in the cooling function�

Green LeD

Lit during 

cool Down 

Stage

red LeD

Lit during 

Low temp. 

Settings

red LeD

Lit during 

High temp. 

Settings

Heat Level 

indicator LeDs

Low 

temps

High 

temps

Buttons to adjust Heat 

Settings up or Down

power 

Button

Figure B

4�  Choose the appropriate heat level for the 

job and push the “

+

” or “

” to adjust the heat 

settings�  The LEDs will light up to indicate 

the heat level�

# LEDs

1

2

3

4

5

6

Low Temp� 430° F 550° F 650° F 700° F 730° F 800° F
High Temp� 570° F 660° F 730° F 790° F 970° F 1160° F

5�  Allow the Heat Gun one minute to build up to 

the desired heat level�  

 WarninG!

  To prevent personal injury or 

property damage; do not leave the Heat 

Gun unattended while pointed at surfaces or 
objects�

cautiOn!  Do not touch work area with the 

Heat Gun; it could scorch or ignite. 

6�  To prevent accidents, turn off the 

tool and unplug it after use�  Allow 

the Heat Gun to cool down on an 

insulated, non‑flammable surface�

WarninG!  Do not leave work area 

until workpiece has cooled.  Be alert 

for indications of concealed fire.

7�  Disconnect the power supply after 

use� Clean, then store the tool 

indoors out of children’s reach�

Summary of Contents for 69343

Page 1: ... future reference When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyright 2012 by Harbor Freight Tools 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 Diagrams within th...

Page 2: ...tion which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Addresses practices not related to personal injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION General Power Tool Safety Warnings Read all safety warnings and all instructions Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and instructions for future reference The term pow...

Page 3: ...uit Interrupter GFCI protected supply Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock Personal Safety 1 Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 2 Use personal protect...

Page 4: ...erviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Heat Gun Safety Warnings 1 Hidden areas 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 appare...

Page 5: ...or drinking Do not smoke or chew tobacco in the work area i 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 OR VACUUM Use a high phosphate detergent or trisodium phosphate TSP to wash and mop areas j At the end of each work session put the paint chips and debris in a d...

Page 6: ...tains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your expo...

Page 7: ...ovides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user reducing the risk of electric shock 2 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 3 The tool must be plug...

Page 8: ...rked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use 7 Make sure the 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 the extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas Table A Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge for Exte...

Page 9: ...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 note For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to Parts List and Diagram on page 14 Functions Handle Heating tube Heat Guard Heat Level indicators power Button and Heat Level controls on end o...

Page 10: ...esives activation of pressure or heat sensitive adhesives acceleration of bonding processes releasing of bonding points as well as releasing or bonding of edge bond or veneer Defrosting of icy stairs and steps door locks trunk lids car doors or metal water pipes Disinfection With the tool set at the highest setting animal sites stables may be disinfected Wood worm infestation may be controlled Do ...

Page 11: ... Stage Red LED Lit during Low Temp Settings Red LED Lit during High Temp Settings Heat Level Indicator LEDs Low Temps High Temps Buttons to Adjust Heat Settings Up or Down Power Button Figure B 4 Choose the appropriate heat level for the job and push the or to adjust the heat settings The LEDs will light up to indicate the heat level LEDs 1 2 3 4 5 6 Low Temp 430 F 550 F 650 F 700 F 730 F 800 F Hi...

Page 12: ... cleaning procedures TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE Do not use damaged equipment If abnormal noise or vibration occurs have the problem corrected before further use Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication 1 BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of the tool Check for loose hardware misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts damaged electrical wiring and any ot...

Page 13: ...r tool and circuit has no other loads 3 Press Power Button once for low setting and again for High setting 4 Have technician service tool Temperature not at desired setting 1 Power Button at incorrect setting 2 Heat Gun not allowed enough time to reach heat level 1 Press Power Button until desired setting high or low LED turns on 2 After increasing heat setting wait for a minute for the gun to rea...

Page 14: ...ousing 1 7 LED PCB Support 1 Part Description Qty 8 Main PCB Support 1 9 Tube Support 1 10 Heating Tube 1 13 LED PCB 1 14 Main PCB 1 15 Power Cord 1 Parts List and Diagram Parts List Record Product s Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually...

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Page 16: ...ctly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities criminal activity improper installation normal wear and tear or to lack of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusio...

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