EARLEX HG1500
Thank you for purchasing the Earlex heat gun.
This is a highly versatile tool that can be used in a
variety of applications.
BEFORE USE - PLEASE READ THE SAFETY &
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Please retain for future reference
OPERATION
Removing paint - general
Before starting work it is advisable to test
the work surface for the ideal
Do not heat the paint for too long as
this will burn the paint, making it
difficult to remove.
1.Choose the required nozzle and fit
onto the heat outlet.
2.Hold the gun with nozzle approximately
50mm (2”) from surface of paintwork.
3.Starting with the low heat setting, move
the gun slowly backwards and forwards
until the paint blisters and bubbles.
4.Immediately remove the paint with a
scraper or shavehook.
5.Aim to heat the paint just ahead of the
scraper so that you can develop a
continuous action.
temperature to use. The table below
gives an indication of the likely heat
settings required but always start with
the low heat setting. All applications, with
the exception of removing paint from
window frames, can be performed
without using a nozzle, however for best
results nozzles are recommended.
Suggested Ratings
Low
High
Welding plastic
Bending plastic
Paint stripping
Defrosting pipes
Removing paint from window frames
WARNING – Glass can break easily
when heated.
1.Use the glass protection nozzle.
2.Ensure the nozzle is facing the correct
way to deflect heat away from the
glass before you switch on the heat
gun.
Heat shrinking
plastic
Removing vinyl
floor tiles
Soldering
Lighting BBQs
Nozzles
The gun is supplied with two different
shaped nozzles, which can be used as
follows:
3.Rotate the gun/nozzle 90º as you move
to horizontal or vertical bead (take care
it could be hot!).
4.Paint can be removed by using a
shavehook and/or a soft wire brush.
Concentrator
Nozzle - G84
G84
Maintenance
●
Directs a
Always allow the machine to cool down
(before storing) and disconnect from the
power supply. The heat gun should be
cleaned before being stored away by
wiping over with a clean damp cloth. DO
NOT USE CHEMICALS. Ensure that the
ventilation slots are not blocked.
concentrated heat
flow to the work
surface.
●
Ideal for removing
Concentrator nozzle
paint in awkward
corners, crevices,
mouldings,
beading or
architraves.
Trouble Shooting
Glass Protection
Nozzle - G89
If a problem occurs always switch off
the unit immediately at the mains.
My unit fails to work?
Check the fuse in the plug is sound and
rated 13 amps.
If an extension cable is used it must be
fully unwound and rated at least 10
amps capacity.
G89
●
Deflects the heat
away from glass
or other fragile
areas.
Glass
protection nozzle
●
Ideal for window-
sills, ledges,
frames and
skirting boards.
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MAINS CONNECTION
This unit is a Class II appliance which means it is double insulated for your protection. No earthing wire is
necessary.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Earlex Ltd or our appointed agents.
Please read the following safety instructions before use.
1. If the plug is cut off from the mains lead then the plug must be disposed of safely.
NEVER under any circumstances insert such a plug into a 13 amp socket-outlet.
2. A replacement fuse must be rated at 13 amp and manufactured and approved to BS 1362.
3. IF IN ANY DOUBT CONTACT A qUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
If you need to fit a plug to the mains lead, this should be fitted in accordance with the wiring instructions
below and will need to be used with a 13 amp fuse. If in doubt consult a qualified electrician.
If you are using an extension lead it must be rated at a minimum of 10 amps and fully unwound. Do not
operate with a lead rated at less than 10 amps as this will cause premature component failure which is not
covered by the guarantee.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of the application may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which
is marked with the letter N or coloured black.The wire which is coloured
brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter L or coloured red.
INFORMATION ON THE DISPOSAL OF WASTE ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC
EqUIPMENT kNOWN AS WEEE
Your attention is brought to new directives applicable to the disposal of this electrical
equipment, where in accordance with the legislation this product must not be disposed of in
your normal household waste. Instead it is your responsibility to dispose of this type of waste
by handing it over to special designated collection points for recovery and recycling. This
product is marked with a ‘Wheelie bin’ symbol with a cross on it to remind you of this action.
The objective of this directive is to help conserve resources and ensure that it is recycled in
a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about
where you can drop off your waste please contact your local authority. Take back facilities
are free of charge.
GUARANTEE
This heat gun is guaranteed for a period of 12 months against faulty manufacture or materials. It is not
guaranteed for industrial or hire purposes. The nozzles are classed as consumables and are not covered
by guarantee. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights. In the event of any problem occurring
please contact us on our Helpline on
01483 454666
EC Declaration of Conformity
We declare that the unit: HG1500 conforms to: LVD 2006/95/EC EN60335-2-45, EMC
2004/108/EC, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55014-1, EN55014-2 & EMF EN62233
Tim Hopper - Technical Director
Earlex reserves the right to modify or improve this product without prior notice.
Colours may vary from those shown.
For information on other products in the Earlex range, please contact us at the address below or visit our
Earlex Limited,
Opus Park, Moorfield Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 1SZ, UK
Tel: +44 (0) 1483 454666. Fax: +44 (0) 1483 454548.
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©Earlex Ltd. 2011
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