Harbor Freight Tools 66738 User's Manual
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1. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool Never remove the grounding prong from the plug Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged If damaged have it repaired by a qualified service technician before use If the plug will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Grounded Tools Tools with Three Prong Plugs Ne A 3 Prong Plug and Outlet Tools marked with Grounding Re quired have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug The plug must be connected to a properly Page 4 grounded outlet If the tool should electrically malfunction or break down grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user reducing the risk of electric shock See 3 Prong Plug and Outlet 2 The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire in side the cord to the grounding system in the tool The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal See 3 Prong Plug and Outlet 3 The tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances The plug and outlet should look like those in the preceding illustration See 3 Prong Plug and2. but if we determine there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty then you must bear the cost of returning the product This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd PO Box 6009 Camarillo CA 93011 800 444 3353 Record Product s Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not avail able individually as replacement parts SKU 66738 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 12
3. possible injury or death DANGER indicates A DANGER a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury AWARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury ACAUTION CAUTION used with the safety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury SKU 66738 symbol It is used to alert NOTICE is used to NOTICE address practices not related to personal injury CAUTION without CAUTION the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury General Tool Safety Warnings WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and instructions for future reference Work area safety a Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite acci dents b Do not operate tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the pres ence of flammable liquids gases or dust Tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes c Keep children and bystanders away while operating a tool Dis tractions can cause you to lose con trol Electrical safety a Tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with grounded tools Unmodified plu
4. Outlet Extension Cords 1 Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord Double Insulated tools can use either a two or three wire extension cord 2 As the distance from the supply outlet increases you must use a heavier gauge extension cord Using exten sion cords with inadequately sized wire Causes a Serious drop in voltage resulting in loss of power and pos sible tool damage See Table A 3 The smaller the gauge number of the wire the greater the capacity of the cord For example a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord See Table A SKU 66738 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 4 When using more than one exten sion cord to make up the total length make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required See Table A 5 Ifyou are using one extension cord for more than one tool add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size See Table A 6 Ifyou are using an extension cord outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use 7 Make sure the extension cord is prop erly wired and in good electrical con dition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it 8 Protect the extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas RECOMMENDED MI
5. d Only use safety equipment that has been approved by an appropri ate standards agency Unapproved safety equipment may not provide adequate protection Eye protection a must be ANSI approved and breath ing protection must be NIOSH ap proved for the specific hazards in the work area Tool use and care Do not force the tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed b Disconnect the plug from the pow O d o er source and allow to cool before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing this tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of damage or injury Store idle tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with this tool or these instructions to operate the tool Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain tools Check for mis alignment or breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool s operation If damaged have the tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools Service Have your tool serviced by a quali fied repair person using only iden tical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the tool is maintained Safety Warnings Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool These carry important safety information If unreadable or miss SKU 66738 For technical q
6. 0 DAY WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the original purchaser that this prod uct is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities criminal activity improper installation normal wear and tear or to lack of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESS LY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the com plaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection verifies the defect we will ei ther repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement We will return re paired products at our expense
7. CHICAGO Electric CARPET HEAT BOND SEAMING IRON lee E 66738 SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Visit our website at http www harborfreight com Read this material before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury SAVE THIS MANUAL Copyright 2009 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Tools required for assembly and service may not be included For technical questions or replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 Cover Revised 091 SAVE THIS MANUAL Keep this manual for the safety warn ings and precautions assembly operat ing inspection maintenance and cleaning procedures Write the product s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram or month and year of purchase if product has no number Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION In this manual on the labeling and all other information provid ed with this product This is the safety alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
8. NIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 120 240 VOLT EXTENSION CORD LENGTH NAMEPLATE AMPERES at full load ee o 1 14 12 1 12 10 b 1 i 7 0 1 1 1 24 160 a 164 200 72 1 Based on limiting the line TABLE A voltage drop to five volts at 150 of the rated amperes rol aes ex a E 8 6 4 2 0 Page 5 Symbology Double Insulated p Canadian Standards Association Underwriters Laboratories Inc Volts Alternating Current No Load Revolutions per Minute RPM No xxxx min SKU 66738 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 6 SPECIFICATIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT m SAFETY INFORMATION 112 L 3 Prong section at the beginning of this Temperature Range 147 442 F manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product Temperature Setting Heat Temperature T VE PE PE E T PE PE ee E E N Setting Time to Reach Work Piece and Work Area Set U 147 190 2 Minutes 1 Designate a work area that is clean 230 298 3 Minutes and well lit The work area must not 311 379 3 5 Minutes allow access by children or pets to 374 442 4 Minutes prevent injury and distraction 2 Route the power cord along a safe UNPACKING route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing When unpacking make sure tha
9. ch SKU 66738 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 8 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Procedures not specifically A explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician TO PREVENT AWARNING SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Turn the Calibration Knob of the tool to its OFF position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures Cleaning and Maintenance 1 BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of the tool Check for loose screws misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts damaged electrical wir ing and any other condition that may affect its safe operation 2 AFTER USE clean Bottom Sole Plate 5 of any glue or adhesive that may have transferred on by rubbing on aclean scrap of carpeting while still hot 3 Place back on Iron Holder when not in use 4 AWARNING If the supply cord of this tool is damaged it must be re placed only by a qualified service technician SKU 66738 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 9 Troubleshooting Possible Causes Likely Solutions No power at outlet Check power at outlet Cord not connected Check that cord is plugged in Heat Control Knob in OFF Turn Heat Control Knob to a heat setting Tool will not heat position position Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or serv
10. gs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock b Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 2 an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded c Do not expose tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a tool will increase the risk of electric shock d Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entan gled cords increase the risk of electric shock D If operating a tool in a damp loca tion is unavoidable use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI protected supply Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock 3 Personal safety a Stay alert watch what you are do ing and use common sense when operating a tool Do not use a tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating tools may result in serious personal injury b Use personal protective equip ment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment such as fresh air mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries c Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations
11. icing the tool Disconnect power supply before service PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO PARTS LIST Description _ Handle Set w 8 Screws Cord Set Relief Spring Wire Connection Clip two Screws Knob e fonno ooo 8 ee Internal Wire Set 2 pieces Heat Control Knob Heat Shield w 2 Screws and 1 Washer Gasket Top of heat shield for Handle Mount Gasket Between Heat Shield for top of Sole Plate Heating Element SKU 66738 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 10 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM CIRCUIT DIAGRAM Thermostat 120 t O T gt Indicator h Page 11 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 SKU 66738 LIMITED 9
12. t the the power cord to possible damage item is intact and undamaged If any parts The power cord must reach the work are missing or broken please call Harbor area with enough extra length to al Freight Tools at 1 800 444 3353 as soon low free movement while working as possible 3 There must not be hazardous ob jects such as utility lines or foreign objects nearby that will present a hazard while working General Operating Instructions 1 Place the Iron Holder 6 on a flat level non flammable surface 2 Wear ANSI approved safety goggles and heavy duty work gloves during use Forced air ventilation may be required depending on the type of glue being heated 3 Turn the Heat Control Knob 8 to the OFF position 4 Place the Iron securely into the Iron Holder 5 Turn the Heat Control Knob to the setting desired and wait until the Iron SKU 66738 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 7 reaches the desired temperature See Temperature Setting chart Consult the adhesive tape manu facturer s instruction for proper heat range 6 Avoid touching the Heat Shield 9 and Bottom Sole Plate 5 while plugged in and hot 7 Try the Iron on a scrap piece of adhe sive tape to test for desired tempera ture result 8 To prevent accidents turn off the tool and disconnect its power supply after use Allow to cool completely then clean and store the tool indoors out of children s rea
13. uestions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 3 SKU 66738 ing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement Place securely on Iron Holder 6 when not in use Keep away from flammable objects Do not overheat adhesive When using a handheld tool maintain a firm controlling grip on the tool Do not leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet Unplug the tool from its elec trical outlet and allow to cool down before leaving This product is not a toy Keep it out of reach of children Any power cord must be properly grounded Ground Fault Circuit Inter rupter GFCI should also be imple mented it prevents sustained elec trical shock WARNING Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling California Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 et seq The warnings precautions and in structions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible con ditions and situations that may occur It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING TO PREVENT AWARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION
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