ATD Tools ATD-3736 User's Manual
Contents
1. ATD 3736 DUAL TEMPERATURE HEAT GUN KIT Operation and Safety Instructions AN CAUTION Carefully read through this entire operator s manual before using your tool Pay close attention to the Rules for safety operation warnings and cautions If you use your tool properly and only for what it is intended for you will enjoy years of safe reliable service SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Table of contents Section Page o Technical Data 2 o General safety rules 3 o Specific safety rules for the heat gun 5 o Electrical information 8 o Know your heat gun 10 o Assembly 11 o Operation 12 o Maintenance 14 o Replacement parts 15 I Technical data x DUAL TEMPERATURE HEAT GUN KIT HEAT GUN MODEL NUMBER ATD 3735 POWER SOURCE 120 V AC 60HZ 8 12 5A WATTS 1000 LOW 1500 HIGH TWO HEAT SETTING HIGH 923 F 495 C LOW 707 F 375 C CORE 6 186cm 2 Prong Polarized Plug NET WEIGHT 1 Ib 0 73kg Package contents e 1 Heat gun e 4 nozzles outlets e 1 instruction man2. and removing paint varnish floor wall tiles thawing frozen pipes not plastic frozen door locks padlocks stripping paint from windows softening old putty and more ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS This heat gun is completely assembled for immediate use WARNING IF ANY PART OF THE HEAT GUN IS MISSING OR DAMAGED DO NOT PLUG IN THE POWER CORD UNTIL THE DAMAGED PART IS REPAIRED OR REPLACED WARNING TO AVOID INJURY ALWAYS TURN OFF THE SWITCH AND DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD FROM THE OUTLET BEFORE INSTALLING OR CHANGING ANY HEAT GUN ACCESSORIES VI Assembly continued LOW OFF HIGH trigger switch Fig 2 The trigger switch 1 allows for LOW or HIGH working temperature settings Depending on the amount of heat required for an operation choose the low setting which is roughly 707 F or the high setting which is roughly 923 F Always allow a minute or so for it to reach its full operating temperature When not using the heat gun position the trigger switch in the OFF 0 position Four different outlet nozzles Fig 3 These 4 outlet nozzles make it easy for your series jobs CAUTION NEVER CHANGE THE OUTLET IMMEDIATELY AFTER USING THE HEAT GUN WAIT UNTIL THE OUTLET HAS COOLED OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Paint and varnish removal NOTE The heat gun is designed to remove oil and latex based paints and varnish It will not remove stains or primer coats that have impregnated the surfa
3. and mop areas AT THE END OF EACH WORK SESSION put the paint chips and debris in a double plastic bag Seal the bag with tape or twist ties and dispose of properly REMOVE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND WORK SHOES IN THE WORK AREA to avoid carrying dust into the rest of the dwelling Wash work clothes separately Wipe shoes off with a wet rag Wash rag with the work clothes Wash hair and body thoroughly with soap and water SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IV Electrical information WARNINGQ TO AVOID ELECTRICAL HAZARDS FIRE HAZARDS OR DAMAGE TO THE TOOL USE PROPER CIRCUIT PROTECTION YOUR HEAT GUN IS WIRED AT THE FACTORY FOR 120 V OPERATION CONNECT TO A 120 V 5 A CIRCUIT AND USE A 15 A TIME DELAY FUSE CIRCUIT BREAKER TO AVOID SHOCK OR FIRE IF POWER CORD IS WORN CUT OR DAMAGED IN ANY WAY HAVE IT REPLACED IMMEDIATELY DOUBLE INSULATED E This heat gun has a plug that looks like the one shown below The heat gun is double insulated to provide a double thickness of insulation between you and the tool s electrical system All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protective insulation 1 2 prong plug 2 Properly grounded outlet WARNING TO AVOID INJURY WHEN SERVICING THE HEAT GUN USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS WARNING DOUBLE INSULATION DOES NOT TAKE THE PLACE OF NORMAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING THIS TOOL WARNING TO AVOID ELECTROCUTION 1 Use only ide
4. the power cord REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS ALWAYS MAKE SURE all tools are removed from the heat gun before turning it on 1 12 NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED Turn the power switch to OFF SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 13 14 15 16 ire 18 II General safety rules continued DON T OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times Wear oil resistant rubber soled footwear Keep floor clear of oil scrap and other debris MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS Check for alignment of moving parts jamming breakage or any other conditions that may affect the tool s operation Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced before use MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF Use padlocks master switches and ALWAYS remove starter keys DO NOT operate tool if you are under the influence of any drugs alcohol or medication that could affect your ability to use the tool properly Take extreme care when stripping paint The peelings residue and vapours of paint may contain lead which is poisonous To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION t PR07z S A hea
5. E DROP CLOTHS IN THE WORK AREA to catch 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 centre of the room 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 finished and all cleanup is complete SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 10 13 III Specific safety rules for WEAR A DUST RESPIRATOR OR A DUAL FILTER DUST AND FUME RESPIRATOR WHICH HAS BEEN APPROVED BY THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION OSHA Make sure the mask fits beards and facial hair may keep masks from sealing properly Change filters often DISPOSABLE PAPER MASKS ARE NOT ADEQUATE USE CAUTION WHEN OPERATING THE HEAT GUN Keep the heat gun moving Excessive heat will generate fumes that can be inhaled by the operator KEEP FOOD AND DRINK OUT OF THE WORK AREA Wash hands arms and face and rinse mouth before eating and drinking Do not smoke or chew gum or tobacco in the work area CLEAN UP ALL REMOVED PAINT AND DUST BY WET MOPPING THE FLOORS Use a wet cloth to clean all walls sills and any other surface where paint or dust has settled DO NOT SWEEP DRY DUST OR VACUUM Use a high phosphate detergent or trisodium phosphate TSP to wash
6. If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords AWG when using 120 V only Ampere Rating Total Length of Cord in Feet metres 25 7 6 m S0 i5m 100 304m 150 45 7 m 14 o e w is eo o m 2 _ Notecommended Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools This circuit should not be less than a 12 wire and should be protected with a 15 A time delay fuse Before connecting the motor to the power line make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the electric current is rated the same as the current stamped on the motor nameplate Running at a lower voltage will damage the motor WARNING ALTHOUGH THIS TOOL IS DOUBLE INSULATED THE EXTENSION CORD AND RECEPTACLE MUST STILL BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRICAL SHOCK SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS V Know your heat gun 1 Coolair intake 2 Hanger 3 LOW OFF HIGH trigger switch 4 Heat guard 5 Nozzle VI Assembly UNPACKING Fig 1 Remove the heat gun from the carton Separate from packing material and examine carefully 1 Heat Gun for softening
7. act with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges refrigerators SECURE small or irregular shaped objects in a vise when applying heat SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS III Specific safety rules for the heat gun continued WHEN REMOVING PAINT OR VARNISH WARNING EXTREME CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN STRIPPING PAINT THE PAINT PEELINGS PAINT RESIDUE AND PAINT VAPOURS 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 APPLIED 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 heath department or by a professional who uses a paint analyzer to check the lead content Lead based paint should only be removed by a professional DO NOT remove paint using a heat gun Persons removing paint should follow these guidelines 1 MOVE THE WORKPIECE OUTDOORS If this is not possible keep the work area well ventilated Open the windows and put an exhaust fan in one window Make sure the fan is moving the air from inside to outside 2 REMOVE OR COVER carpet rugs furniture clothing cooking utensils and air ducts 3 PLAC
8. ce of wood CAUTION LEAD BASED PAINT FUMES ARE VERY HARMFUL ALWAYS PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION WHILE WORKING INDOORS Paint and varnish removal requires some practice and using simple working techniques Always test your results on a small section of paint before moving on to larger areas Turn on the heat gun and allow it to reach full heating power Hold the nozzle 3 to 4 7 6 to 10 2 cm from the paint to be removed After a short time the paint will soften and begin to blister Do not overheat paint this will cause burning and make the finish more difficult to remove When stripping paint overhead always use eye protection Begin scraping the paint off working from top to bottom Use scrapers Scrape with smooth even strokes warming the surface in front of the scraper by moving the heat gun slightly from side to side If paint is warmed properly even thick layers can be removed in a single pass Paint should come off in a strip equal in width to the scraper blade Clean the edge of the scraper often to keep it clean and sharp and to prevent paint buildup on the blade Scrape the paint as soon as it softens it will quickly harden again Cover all surfaces not to be heated with non flammable material Never concentrate tool s heat on a window panel other than glass VII Operation continued Other jobs for the heat gun Your heat gun can be used to 1 2 3 4 10 11 Remove paint and varnish Remove se
9. lf adhesive stickers and trim Loosen rusted or overtightened nuts and metal screws Thaw frozen metal pipes door locks padlocks DO NOT attempt to thaw plastic pipes Highlight the natural woodgrain of wooden surfaces before staining or varnishing Quickly dry paints and varnish This is especially useful when colour matching is required by adding several coats of the paint or varnish Soften old putty before removal Dry out wet damaged wood prior to filling with compound shrink PVC shrink wrap sheeting for package protection Wax and de wax skis shrink polyvinyl wire joints VIII Maintenance WARNING ALWAYS TURN OFF THE HEAT GUN AND UNPLUG THE TOOL FROM THE OUTLET BEFORE MAINTAINING THE HEAT GUN GENERAL MAINTENANCE Keep your heat gun clean and in good repair for maximum performance and machine longevity Before each use inspect the tool switch and cord for damage Check for damaged missing or worn parts Check for loose screws misalignment or binding of moving parts or any other conditions that may affect the operation If abnormal vibration or noise occurs turn off the tool immediately and have the problem corrected before further use Do not use the tool until properly repaired or replaced Cleaning Frequently blow dust out of the motor area using an air compressor or dust vacuum Keep the tool clean dry and free of oil and grease Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean your tool Certain cleani
10. ng agents and solvents are harmful to plastic and other insulated parts Do not use gasoline turpentine lacquer thinner paint thinner chlorinated cleaning solvents ammonia or household cleaning detergents containing ammonia WARNING TO AVOID FIRE OR TOXIC REACTION DO NOT USE GASOLINE NAPHTHA ACETONE LACQUER THINNER OR SIMILAR HIGHLY VOLATILE SOLVENTS TO CLEAN THE HEAT GUN WARNING TO AVOID INJURY ELECTRIC SHOCK OR DAMAGE TO THE TOOL NEVER IMMERSE THE TOOL IN LIQUID OR ALLOW A LIQUID TO FLOW INSIDE IT ITEM ORDERING PART PARTDESCRIPTION 4 PRT3736 04 PCBASSY 1 1 G PRT3736 06 33 SCREWSET 8 PRT3736 08 FAN 9 PRT3736 06 33 SCREWSET ITEM ORDERING PART PARTDESCRIPTION 25 PRT3735 04 HEATNGELEMENT 30 PRT3736 30231 WINDTUBEASSY 31 PRT3736 30231 WINDTUBEASSY PRT3736 39 ECCENTRIC DISCHARGE Ins X PRT3736 CASE BLOW MOLDED CASE 32 33 34 35 36 PRT3736 36 FLATTENDISCHARGE OUTLET Br 4 um 39 25 2 2 2 2 0 1 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 n s ATD 3736
11. ntical replacement parts when servicing a tool with double insulation Servicing should be performed by a qualified technician 2 Do not use power tools in wet or damp areas or expose them to rain This tool is intended for indoor use only GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN grounding provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has a POLARIZED plug The plug MUST be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED If it will not fit the outlet have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IV Electrical information continued CAUTION IN ALL CASES MAKE CERTAIN THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY GROUNDED IF YOU ARE NOT SURE IF IT IS HAVE A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE WARNING THIS HEAT GUN IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN DAMP LOCATIONS GUIDELINES FOR USING EXTENSION CORDS USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD Make sure your extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw An undersized cord will cause overheating The table below shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating
12. t gun can throw foreign objects into your eyes which could cause permanent eye damage ALWAYS wear safety goggles not glasses Ordinary eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety goggles SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS III Specific safety rules for 10 11 12 13 14 15 the heat gun WEAR GLOVES AND EYE PROTECTION The heat gun nozzle becomes extremely hot during use NEVER use heat gun as a hair dryer NEVER direct the hot airflow toward people or animals NEVER use the heat gun near flammable materials or gases NEVER obstruct the hot airflow by blocking or covering the air outlet NEVER touch the nozzle to any surface when operating the heat gun or immediately after using the heat gun Wait until the nozzle has cooled KEEP heat gun handle dry clean and free from oil and grease DO NOT force the heat gun to perform any task that it s not designed to do ALWAYS place the heat gun in an upright position or hang from its hanger NEVER use the heat gun in wet environments or areas of high humidity such as in a bathroom or steamroom NEVER insert anything inside the nozzle of the heat gun ALWAYS store the heat gun in a safe place out of the reach of children KNOW THE WORK AREA Areas behind ceilings floors and soffits can contain highly flammable material Always check these areas before applying heat GUARD against electric stock by preventing cont
13. ual e 1 blow molded case II General safety rules Safety is a combination of common sense staying alert and knowing how to use your heat gun WARNING TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY DO NOT PLUG IN THE HEAT GUN UNTIL THE FOLLOWING STEPS HAVE BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD 1 READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual LEARN the tool s applications limitations and possible hazards 2 AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS DO NOT use power tools in wet or damp areas or expose them to rain Keep work areas well lit 3 DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases 4 ALWAYS keep your work area clean uncluttered and well lit DO NOT work on floor surfaces that are slippery 5 KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE FROM the work area especially when the tool is operating NEVER allow children near the tool 6 DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to do a job for which it was not designed 7 DRESS FOR SAFETY DO NOT wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewellery rings watches when operating tool They can get caught and draw you into moving parts ALWAYS wear non slip footwear and tie back long hair 8 WEAR A DUST RESPIRATOR DURING OPERATION 9 ALWAYS remove the power cord plug from the electric outlet when making adjustments changing parts cleaning or working on the tool 10 AVOID ACCIDENTAL START UPS Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position before plugging in
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search