GREAT STUFF PRO 11029297 Use and Care Manual
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1. INTRODUCTION A PRO Series foam dispensing gun once activated is just like a garden hose that has been turned on it s pressurized right to the tip When a can of GREAT STUFF PRO Insulating Foam Sealant or Adhesive is loaded onto the gun the foam goes right to the tip One pull of the trigger and foam is dispensed But remember since the foam is cured by moisture in the air allowing air into the gun assembly can cause the foam to cure and render the tool useless Follow the steps in this document to help ensure long lasting performance from any PRO Series foam dis pensing gun SAFETY AND CONDITIONS OF USE Before using any GREAT STUFF PRO product e Read the label and Material Safety Data Sheet carefully before use e GREAT STUFF PRO products contain isocyanate and a flam mable blowing agent Vapor may travel to other rooms Ensure adequate ventilation Shut off all pilot lights and extinguish open flames elimi nate all sources of ignition before use Do not smoke or use lighters or matches while dispensing foam Do not breathe vapor or mist Use in well ventilated areas or wear proper respiratory protection lsocyanate is irritating to the eyes skin and respiratory system and may cause sensitization by inhalation or skin contact GREAT STUFF PRO sealant and adhesive products are very sticky and will adhere to most surfaces and skin Do not get foam on skin Wear gloves and goggles or2. clean the barrel tip This can dam age the tip and internal rod causing the gun to leak Remove uncured foam Remove uncured foam from gun from gun adapter on can Cured foam should only be removed from the adapter using a blunt tool such as a piece of wood Do not attempt to scrape cured foam off the adapter with a sharp object this can scratch the adapter coating and cause foam to get in the cracks and scratches impairing proper loading of cans and leading to eventual gun failure After cleaning the adapter apply a light film of petroleum jelly to prevent dried foam from clinging to the adapter MTrademark of The Dow Chemical Company Dow or an affiliated company of Dow ZDAN TECH SOLUTIONS 107 0 PRO SERIES FOAM DISPENSING GUN CARE TIPS IN THE U S AND CANADA For Technical Information 1 866 583 BLUE 2583 English 1 800 363 6210 French For Sales Information 1 800 232 2436 English 1 800 565 1255 French THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY Dow Building Solutions 200 Larkin Midland MI 48674 DOW CHEMICAL CANADA ULC 450 1st St SW Suite 2100 Calgary AB T2P 5H1 www dowbuildingsolutions com NOTICE No freedom from any patent owned by Dow or others is to be inferred Because use conditions and applicable laws may differ from one location to another and may change with time Customer is responsible for determining whether products and the information in this document are appropriate for
3. safety glasses Cured foam must be mechanically removed or allowed to wear off in time The contents are under pressure The can may burst if left in areas susceptible to high temperatures such as motor vehicles or near radiators stoves or other sources of heat Do not place can in hot water Do not puncture incinerate or store at temperatures above 120 F 49 C GREAT STUFF PRO products should not be used around heaters furnaces fireplaces recessed lighting fixtures or other applications where the foam may come in contact with heat conducting surfaces GREAT STUFF PRO foam will burn if exposed to open flame or sparks from high energy sources and it will start to thermally degrade if exposed to tempera tures above 240 F 116 C Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company Dow or an affiliated company of Dow TECH SOLUTIONS 107 0 PRO SERIES FOAM DISPENSING GUN CARE TIPS lt lt LOADING A CAN OF GREAT STUFF PRO PRODUCT To load a can of GREAT STUFF PRO Insulating Foam Sealant or Adhesive to a PRO Series foam dispensing gun make sure that the threads on the can align with the threads on the gun Cross threading the can to the gun can cause the foam to dispense under the valve Screw the can onto the gun firmly but do not overtighten CONTROL BEAD SIZE WITH FLOW CONTROL KNOB Use the flow control knob on the back of the gun to vary bead size Unscrewing the knob enables additi
4. Customer s use and for ensuring that Customer s workplace and disposal practices are in compliance with applicable laws and other government enactments Dow assumes no obligation or liability for the information in this document NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES ARE GIVEN EXCEPT FOR ANY APPLICABLE WRITTEN WARRANTIES SPECIFICALLY PROVIDED BY DOW ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED GREAT STUFF PRO sealant and adhesive products contain isocyanate and a flammable blowing agent Read the label and Material Safety Data Sheet carefully before use Eliminate all sources of ignition before use Wear gloves and goggles or safety glasses Provide adequate ventilation or wear proper respiratory protection Contents under pressure GREAT STUFF PRO Gun Cleaner is flammable and contains acetone and propane Read the label and Material Safety Data Sheet carefully before use Eliminate all sources of ignition before use Wear gloves and goggles or safety glasses Provide adequate ventilation or wear proper respiratory protection Contents under pressure Building and or construction practices unrelated to building materials could greatly affect moisture and the potential for mold formation No material supplier including Dow can give assurance that mold will not develop in any specific system Published May 2009 a proud partner of Habitat for Humanity Trademark of T
5. Series foam dispensing gun unscrew the can of GREAT STUFF PRO Insulating Foam Sealant or Adhesive and attach a can of GREAT STUFF PRO Gun Cleaner making sure the threads are straight Pull the trigger and dispense contents into a covered container lined with a disposable bag e g a trash can with a lid and dispose per local state provincial and federal regu lations Dispense cleaner until there are no signs of residual foam This usually requires about half a can of GREAT STUFF PRO Gun Cleaner When detaching the cleaner continue to pull trigger while unscrewing the cleaner from the gun to help prevent spray back Note Make sure the PRO Series foam dispensing gun is thoroughly cleaned If not foam residue may build up and cause foam to stick inside the gun Clean the PRO Series foam dispensing gun only when necessary The gun should be able to be used continually by following the steps outlined in this document i l f j l i j j he j h j i i F n h a i T r i i F A A F PRO SERIES FOAM DISPENSING GUN CARE TIPS TECH SOLUTIONS 107 0 CLEANING THE ADAPTER AND GUN EXTERIOR Uncured GREAT STUFF PRO Insulating Foam Sealant and Adhesive can be removed from the adapter and the gun s exterior surface with GREAT STUFF PRO Gun Cleaner using the red spray nozzle attachment TIP Rub the barrel tip on soft wood to free it of foam Never use a sharp object to
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7. onal play in the trigger Bead size can be controlled from 1 8 to 3 3 mm to 76 mm TRIGGER CONTROL The PRO Series foam dispensing gun trigger can be metered so the harder it is pulled the faster the foam will be dispensed To apply foam to smaller gaps pull on the trigger less Close the flow control knob when not in use to prevent premature discharge CHANGING A CAN OF FOAM After emptying a can of GREAT STUFF PRO Insulating Foam Sealant or Adhesive tighten the flow control knob to close it then remove the empty can by unscrewing it from the adapter Leaving an empty can ona PRO Series foam dispensing gun will allow foam to cure inside the gun Always remove empty cans and clean the gun when finished TECH SOLUTIONS 107 0 PRO SERIES FOAM DISPENSING GUN CARE TIPS Clean the adapter with GREAT STUFF PRO Gun Cleaner and immediately load a new can PRO Series foam dispensing guns include a ball valve in the adapter to prevent foam coming out of the top Uncured foam on other sur faces can be removed with GREAT STUFF PRO Gun Cleaner TIP Do not leave a PRO Series foam dispensing gun without a can of foam on it Air can get inside and cause residual foam to cure ruining the gun PERIODS OF NON USE A partially empty can of GREAT STUFF PRO Insulating Foam Sealant or Adhesive can remain attached to a PRO Series foam dispensing gun for up to a month Close the flo
8. w control knob before storing If the PRO Series foam dis pensing gun will not be used for more than a month remove the partial can clean the top with GREAT STUFF PRO Gun Cleaner then run GREAT STUFF PRO Gun Cleaner through the gun until no foam comes out of the end Close the flow control knob and store the gun in a cool dry place avoiding areas of open flame or extreme heat The par tially used can may be reloaded when ready Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company Dow or an affiliated company of Dow Note If the PRO Series foam dispensing gun is used daily it should be thoroughly purged weekly Close the flow control knob when not in use to prevent premature discharge GREAT STUFF PRO GUN CLEANER Safety and Conditions of Use Before using GREAT STUFF PRO Gun Cleaner e Read the label and Material Safety Data Sheet carefully before use e GREAT STUFF PRO Gun Cleaner is flammable and contains acetone and propane Vapor may travel to other rooms Ensure adequate venti lation Shut off all pilot lights and extinguish open flames eliminate all sources of ignition before use Do not smoke or use lighters or matches while dispensing foam e Do not breathe vapor or mist Provide adequate ventilation or wear proper respiratory protection e Wear gloves and goggles or safety glasses e The contents are under pressure CLEANING THE PRO SERIES GUN To clean the PRO
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