Black & Decker KX1800 Mode D'emploi page 5

Features
1. On/off switch
2. Heat control knob
3. Nozzle
Assembly
Warning! Before assembly, make sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged.
Fitting an accessory
A selected range of accessories can be obtained from your
local retailer.
- Cone nozzle Concentrates the air stream on a
smaller area
- Fish tail Spreads the air stream over a wider
area
- Spoon reflector For soldering pipes
- Glass protector For the protection of glass during
paint stripping
- Scraper For the removal of stripping paint and
varnish
Fit the connecting piece of the accessory over the nozzle (3).
x
Warning! Ensure the tool is switched off and cooled before
fitting any accessory.
Use
Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.
Setting the temperature (fig. A)
To increase the temperature setting, turn the heat control
x
knob (2) clockwise.
To reduce the temperature setting, turn the heat control
x
knob anti-clockwise.
Switching on and off
To switch the tool on, set the on/off switch (1) to position I.
x
To switch the tool off, set the on/off switch to position O.
x
Using the tool
Allow the tool to heat up for a few seconds before use.
x
At first use some smoke may emit from the nozzle. This is
x
normal and will soon decrease.
Use a low temperature setting for drying paint and
x
varnish, removing stickers, shrinking insulation tubes, and
thawing frozen pipes.
Use a medium temperature setting for welding plastics,
x
bending plastic pipes, and loosening tight nuts and
screws.
Use a high temperature setting for removing paints and
x
lacquers, and soldering plumbing joints.
If you are unsure about using this tool on a particular
x
material, start with a low temperature setting and
perform a test on scrap material.
Handsfree use (fig. B)
The tool has stand locations (4) to facilitate handsfree use.
Place the tool with the nozzle up on a surface where it
x
cannot be tipped over.
Secure the cable to prevent pulling the tool out of the stand.
x
Warning! Always point the tool away from yourself or other
persons. Do not touch the nozzle. Take care that no material
drops into the nozzle.
Paint stripping
Direct the hot air at the working area to heat up the paint.
x
Do not burn the paint. Keep the nozzle at least 25 mm (1")
x
from the surface.
When the paint softens, remove the paint using a scraper.
x
Scrape the softened paint immediately or it will harden
again.
Scrape with the grain of the wood wherever possible.
x
Do not allow paint and debris collecting on the scraper.
x
When scraping from a vertical position, scrape
x
downwards to prevent the paint from falling back into the
nozzle.
When stripping paint from a surface next to glass, take
x
the necessary measures to protect the glass from the
heat.
Warning! Do not attempt to strip paint from metal
x
framed windows.
Dispose of all paint debris safely and ensure that the
x
work area is thoroughly cleaned after use.
Cooling down
During use, the nozzle of the tool becomes extremely hot.
After switching off, leave the tool to cool down for at least
30 minutes.
Place the tool with the nozzle up on a surface where it
x
cannot be tipped over.
To speed up the cooling time, run the tool on a low
x
minimum temperature setting for a few minutes before
switching off.
Maintenance
The tool has been designed to operate over a long period of
time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous
satisfactorily operation depends upon proper tool care and
regular cleaning.
Regularly clean the ventilation slots with a clean, dry
x
paint brush.
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