SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not touch the nozzle or molten adhesive with bare skin as they are hot – the operating temperature of the
Loctite
®
Hysol
™
050 and Loctite
®
Hysol
™
050-HT is approximately 400°F (200°C). Protective gloves should
always be worn. Careless handling can cause skin burns.
If molten adhesive comes into contact with the skin,
immerse the affected area immediately in plenty of cold water. Seek medical advice if necessary.
In addition to the safety instructions herein, any statutory regulations, local fire insurance regulations, or other
generally valid “regulations for accident prevention” must be complied with when using this tool.
• Never use the tool if it is damaged in any way.
• Do not use this tool in damp rooms, outdoors while it is raining, or where there is high humidity.
• Do not use this tool in the vicinity of any heat-sensitive materials, or any flammable materials, liquids, or gases.
• Only use extension cables that meet the specification shown in “Technical data.”
• Never pull on the tool’s connecting cable.
• This tool should only be used by children under strict adult supervision.
BOND • SEAL • ASSEMBLE • INSULATE • REINFORCE • ENCAPSULATE • REPAIR • FILL – INSTANTLY
The Loctite
®
Hysol
™
050 and Loctite
®
Hysol
™
050-HT Hot Melt Applicators are easy to operate, just plug into a 120
VAC power supply and the applicator will be ready for use in 5 minutes. Glue sticks can be fed continuously through
the back of the applicator. Use only genuine Loctite
®
brand Hysol
®
adhesive glue sticks.
Suitable for use with most materials. Apply Loctite
®
Hysol
®
hot melt adhesive to one surface, press parts together,
and the bond is made. Can be used for bonding: wood, paper, cardboard, foam, chipboard, hardboard, some
plastics, rubber, glass, thin metals, ceramics, leather, fabrics, and much more.
USING THE Loctite
®
Hysol
™
050 and Loctite
®
Hysol
™
050-HT Hot Melt Applicators
Before using the tool for the first time:
1. Check it carefully for signs of external damage. If any transit damage is found DO NOT USE THE TOOL – return it
to your supplier immediately.
2. Attach the enclosed metal side-stand/hanger, locating the hooks into the holes on either side of the casing. When
correctly assembled, the side-stand should pivot.
3. Either attach the plastic tool-stand by sliding it into the slot at the base of the tool handle, or for a more permanent
fixture, screw the tool-stand to a convenient position on your work surface, then slide the tool onto this fixed stand.
4. Insert a Loctite
®
Hysol
®
hot melt adhesive stick into the rear of the tool. Push the stick forward until slight
resistance is felt.
Normal use:
• Place the tool in a safe position, either resting on its side using the side-stand provided, standing upright on a flat
surface, or suspended via the hanger facility.
• Plug the tool into the power supply socket, and switch on the power. The power indicator light on the top of the
tool will illuminate.
• Wait 4-5 minutes for the tool to reach its normal operating temperature.
• Squeeze the trigger to advance the glue stick and extrude molten adhesive through the nozzle.
• To stop extruding adhesive simply release the trigger.
When the adhesive can no longer be extruded from the tool, it is time to load another glue stick.
Once the gluing task is completed, place the tool in an upright position on a flat surface (always use the stand when
resting the tool). Ensure that the nozzle cannot cause any damage to surrounding materials. Switch off the power,
and allow the tool to fully cool down before packing it away. Never wrap the power lead around a tool that has not
fully cooled. Any unused portion of the glue stick can remain in the tool. It will be fully reusable when re-heated.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
• When in use, do not lay the tool on its side unless using the metal side-stand provided.
• Do not use excessive force on the trigger. Ensure that the tool has fully warmed up before use.
• Keep the nozzle clean to prevent adhesive build-up. This is easily done by wiping the nozzle with clean paper or
cloth while the nozzle is still warm.
• Should “glue backup” or “meltback” accidentally occur (when molten adhesive becomes visible at the point where
the glue stick enters the heater tube), switch off the tool and allow the adhesive to cool. Gently pull away the
excess adhesive, reconnect the power, and allow the tool, to warm up again. Now squeeze the trigger two or three
times to advance the glue stick, then use the tool as normal.
• If the tool is going to be left idle for 30 minutes or more, the tool should be unplugged.
