Safety Instructions
Do not touch the nozzle or molten adhesive with bare skin as they are hot –the operating
temperature of the Loctite® Hysol
™
050A-HT is approximately 419°F (215°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.
The Loctite® Hysol
™
050A-HT Hot Melt Applicator is 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
™
050A-HT Hot Melt Applicator
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. 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.
3. Insert a Loctite® Hysol
™
hot melt adhesive stick into the rear of the tool. Push the stick forward
until slight resistance is felt.
