Earlex Heat Gun HG1500 User Manual

EARLEX HG1500  
Thank you for purchasing the Earlex heat gun.  
This is a highly versatile tool that can be used in a  
variety of applications.  
BEFORE USE - PLEASE READ THE SAFETY &  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Please retain for future reference  
 
OPERATION  
Removing paint - general  
Before starting work it is advisable to test  
the work surface for the ideal  
Do not heat the paint for too long as  
this will burn the paint, making it  
difficult to remove.  
1.Choose the required nozzle and fit  
onto the heat outlet.  
2.Hold the gun with nozzle approximately  
50mm (2”) from surface of paintwork.  
3.Starting with the low heat setting, move  
the gun slowly backwards and forwards  
until the paint blisters and bubbles.  
4.Immediately remove the paint with a  
scraper or shavehook.  
5.Aim to heat the paint just ahead of the  
scraper so that you can develop a  
continuous action.  
temperature to use. The table below  
gives an indication of the likely heat  
settings required but always start with  
the low heat setting. All applications, with  
the exception of removing paint from  
window frames, can be performed  
without using a nozzle, however for best  
results nozzles are recommended.  
Suggested Ratings  
Low  
High  
Welding plastic  
Bending plastic  
Paint stripping  
Defrosting pipes  
Removing paint from window frames  
WARNING – Glass can break easily  
when heated.  
1.Use the glass protection nozzle.  
2.Ensure the nozzle is facing the correct  
way to deflect heat away from the  
glass before you switch on the heat  
gun.  
Heat shrinking  
plastic  
Removing vinyl  
floor tiles  
Soldering  
Lighting BBQs  
Nozzles  
The gun is supplied with two different  
shaped nozzles, which can be used as  
follows:  
3.Rotate the gun/nozzle 90º as you move  
to horizontal or vertical bead (take care  
it could be hot!).  
4.Paint can be removed by using a  
shavehook and/or a soft wire brush.  
Concentrator  
Nozzle - G84  
G84  
Maintenance  
Directs a  
Always allow the machine to cool down  
(before storing) and disconnect from the  
power supply. The heat gun should be  
cleaned before being stored away by  
wiping over with a clean damp cloth. DO  
NOT USE CHEMICALS. Ensure that the  
ventilation slots are not blocked.  
concentrated heat  
flow to the work  
surface.  
Ideal for removing  
Concentrator nozzle  
paint in awkward  
corners, crevices,  
mouldings,  
beading or  
architraves.  
Trouble Shooting  
Glass Protection  
Nozzle - G89  
If a problem occurs always switch off  
the unit immediately at the mains.  
My unit fails to work?  
Check the fuse in the plug is sound and  
rated 13 amps.  
If an extension cable is used it must be  
fully unwound and rated at least 10  
amps capacity.  
G89  
Deflects the heat  
away from glass  
or other fragile  
areas.  
Glass  
protection nozzle  
Ideal for window-  
sills, ledges,  
frames and  
skirting boards.  
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MAINS CONNECTION  
This unit is a Class II appliance which means it is double insulated for your protection. No earthing wire is  
necessary.  
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Earlex Ltd or our appointed agents.  
Please read the following safety instructions before use.  
1. If the plug is cut off from the mains lead then the plug must be disposed of safely.  
NEVER under any circumstances insert such a plug into a 13 amp socket-outlet.  
2. A replacement fuse must be rated at 13 amp and manufactured and approved to BS 1362.  
3. IF IN ANY DOUBT CONTACT A qUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.  
If you need to fit a plug to the mains lead, this should be fitted in accordance with the wiring instructions  
below and will need to be used with a 13 amp fuse. If in doubt consult a qualified electrician.  
If you are using an extension lead it must be rated at a minimum of 10 amps and fully unwound. Do not  
operate with a lead rated at less than 10 amps as this will cause premature component failure which is not  
covered by the guarantee.  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of the application may not correspond with the coloured  
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which  
is marked with the letter N or coloured black.The wire which is coloured  
brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked  
with the letter L or coloured red.  
INFORMATION ON THE DISPOSAL OF WASTE ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC  
EqUIPMENT kNOWN AS WEEE  
Your attention is brought to new directives applicable to the disposal of this electrical  
equipment, where in accordance with the legislation this product must not be disposed of in  
your normal household waste. Instead it is your responsibility to dispose of this type of waste  
by handing it over to special designated collection points for recovery and recycling. This  
product is marked with a ‘Wheelie bin’ symbol with a cross on it to remind you of this action.  
The objective of this directive is to help conserve resources and ensure that it is recycled in  
a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about  
where you can drop off your waste please contact your local authority. Take back facilities  
are free of charge.  
GUARANTEE  
This heat gun is guaranteed for a period of 12 months against faulty manufacture or materials. It is not  
guaranteed for industrial or hire purposes. The nozzles are classed as consumables and are not covered  
by guarantee. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights. In the event of any problem occurring  
please contact us on our Helpline on  
01483 454666  
Monday-Friday 08:30 -17:00 (Excluding Bank Holidays) or e-mail: enq[email protected]  
EC Declaration of Conformity  
We declare that the unit: HG1500 conforms to: LVD 2006/95/EC EN60335-2-45, EMC  
2004/108/EC, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55014-1, EN55014-2 & EMF EN62233  
Tim Hopper - Technical Director  
Earlex reserves the right to modify or improve this product without prior notice.  
Colours may vary from those shown.  
For information on other products in the Earlex range, please contact us at the address below or visit our  
Earlex Limited,  
Opus Park, Moorfield Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 1SZ, UK  
Tel: +44 (0) 1483 454666. Fax: +44 (0) 1483 454548.  
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©Earlex Ltd. 2011  
 

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