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Additional Warnings and Safety Instructions
Warning:
Hidden areas such as behind walls, ceilings, floors, attic 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 apparent and could result in property damage and
injury to persons.
When working in these locations, keep the heat gun moving in a back-and-forth motion.
Lingering or pausing in one spot could ignite the panel or the material behind it.
Warning:
Extreme care should be taken when stripping paint. The peelings, residue and vapors of paint
may contain lead, which is poisonous. Any pre-1977 paint may contain lead and paint applied
to homes prior to 1950 is likely to contain lead. Once deposited on surfaces, hand-to-mouth
contact can result in the ingestion of lead. Exposure to even low levels of lead can cause
irreversible brain and nervous system damage; young and unborn children are particularly
vulnerable.
Before beginning any paint removal process you should determine whether the paint you are
removing contains lead. This can be done by your local health department or by a professional
who uses a paint analyzer to check the lead content of the paint to be removed. LEAD-BASED
PAINT SHOULD ONLY BE REMOVED BY A PROFESSIONAL AND SHOULD NOT BE
REMOVED BY USING A HEAT GUN.
Persons removing paint should follow these guidelines:
1.
Move the work piece outdoors. If this is not possible, keep the work area well ventilated. Open the
windows and put an exhaust fan in one of them. Be sure the fan is moving the air from inside to
outside.
2.
Remove or cover any carpets, rugs, furniture, clothing, cooking utensils and air ducts.
3.
Place drop cloth in the work area to catch any paint chips or peelings. Wear protective clothing such as
extra work shirts, overalls and hats.
4.
Work in one room at a time. Furnishings should be removed or placed in the center of the room and
covered. Work areas should be sealed off from the rest of the dwelling by sealing doorways with drop
cloths.
5.
Children, pregnant or potentially pregnant women and nursing mothers should not be present in the
work area until the work is done and all clean up is complete.
6.
Wear a dust respirator mask or a dual filter (dust and fume) respirator mask which has been approved
by the Occupational Health and Safety Agency or by any other relevant governing body. These masks
and replaceable filters are readily available at major hardware stores. Be sure the mask fits. Beards and
facial hair may keep masks from sealing properly. Change filters often. DISPOSABLE PAPER
MASKS ARE NOT ADEQUATE.
7.
Use caution when operating the heat fan. Keep the heat gun moving as excessive heat will generate
fumes which can be inhaled by the operator.
8.
Keep food and drink out of the work area. Wash hands, arms, face and rinse mouth before eating or
drinking. Do not smoke, chew gum or tobacco in the work area.
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