Clarke CHG1600 User manual

USER INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC0618 ISS 2
HOT AIR GUN
MODEL NO: CHG1600
PART NO: 3400762

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Hot Air Gun.
Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself
and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase
giving you long and satisfactory service.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission. This guarantee does not effect your
statutory rights.
SPECIFICATION
Dimensions (L x W x H) 255 x 90 x 210 mm
Product Weight 0.7 kg
Operating Voltage/Frequency 230 V - 50 Hz
Input Power 1600 W
Electrical Insulation Class II
Duty Cycle Continuous
Temperature Settings:
Setting 1:
Setting 2:
350oC
550oC
Air Flow Settings:
Setting 1:
Setting 2:
250 litres/min
550 litres/min

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IMPORTANT
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions carefully before using
this product. The following safety symbols may be found on the product.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
GENERAL SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE
1. Always keep work area clean & tidy. Cluttered work areas and benches
invite accidents.
2. Never over-reach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
3. Never store equipment in a wet/damp environment or expose to rain.
4. Always ensure the workplace is well lit. Ensure that lighting is placed so that
you will not be working in your own shadow.
5. Keep other persons away. Do not let persons, especially children, not
involved in the work, touch the tool or extension cable and keep them
away from the work area.
6. Never operate a power tool when under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication.
7. Stay alert, watch what you are doing, use common sense and do not
operate the power tool when you are tired.
Read this instruction
booklet carefully
before use.
Wear protective gloves
Wear eye protection Wear dust mask.
WARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK AND PERSONAL INJURY INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING. READ ALL
THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS PRODUCT
AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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CARE OF POWER TOOLS
1. Read this manual carefully. Learn the tool’s applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to it.
2. Always disconnect the power tool from the power supply before carrying
out any repairs or changing of accessories.
3. Do not use a power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
4. Always check for any damage or any condition that could affect the
operation of the tool. Damaged parts should be properly repaired.
5. This tool complies with the relevant safety standards. Repairs should only be
carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts, otherwise this
may result in considerable danger to the user.
6. Never use this power tool for any other purpose than that described in
these instructions.
7. Never abuse the power cable by yanking the cable to disconnect it from
the socket. Keep the cable away from heat, oil or sharp edges.
8. Guard against electric shock. Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces.
9. If the tool should be used outdoors, use only extension cables intended for
outdoor use and marked accordingly.
10. Avoid accidental starting by making sure the power switch is off before
plugging in the power cable.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR HOT AIR GUNS
1. Always keep the mains cable well away from the hot air gun, particularly if
laying it down temporarily during use.
2. Never leave the hot air gun unattended when it is switched on.
3. Always wear safety gloves and never touch the hot nozzle.
4. Never point the hot air gun at any person or animal.
5. Never use in an atmosphere where solvent vapours are present.
6. Never use the hot air gun as a hair dryer.
CAUTION: WITH ALL TOOLS, THERE ARE CERTAIN HAZARDS INVOLVED
WITH THEIR OPERATION AND USE. EXERCISING RESPECT AND CAUTION
WILL CONSIDERABLY LESSEN THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. HOWEVER,
IF NORMAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE OVERLOOKED, OR IGNORED,
PERSONAL INJURY TO THE OPERATOR, OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY MAY
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7. Be aware that heat generated by the hot air gun could cause nearby
materials to ignite - particularly in confined spaces. Take all necessary
precautions - have a fire extinguisher or means to extinguish a fire to hand.
8. Be aware that fumes given off by paint could be toxic. Take all necessary
precautions - consult paint manufacturer etc where necessary.
9. Do not stand on a soft surface. The air gun could topple over or the air
intakes become blocked.
10. Always ensure that air can circulate around the hot air gun and that the air
vents are unobstructed.
11. Be aware that heat may be conducted to combustible materials that are
out of sight. Do not apply heat to the same place for a long time.
12. Always switch the hot air gun OFF after use and stand it upright while it
cools. Place the gun where it cannot cause damage or be accidentally
touched by persons in the area.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Through the purchase of this product, the customer is taking on the
obligation to deal with any waste electrical/electronic equipment in
accordance with the WEEE Regulations in relation to the treatment,
recycling, recovery and environmentally sound disposal of the WEEE.
In effect, this means that this product must not be disposed of with general
household waste but be disposed of according to the laws governing Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a rcognised disposal facility.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is
the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is designed to operate on
230VAC 50Hz. Connecting it to any other power source may cause damage.
This product may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If it is necessary to change the
fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover becomes lost or
damaged, the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained.
If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or due to
damage, it should be cut off and a replacement fitted, following the wiring instructions
shown below. The old plug must be disposed of safely, as insertion into a mains socket
could cause an electrical hazard.
If the colours of the wires in the power cable of this product do not correspond with the
markings on the terminals of your plug, proceed as follows.
• The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is
marked Nor coloured Black.
• The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is
marked Lor coloured Red.
We strongly recommend that this machine is connected to the mains supply via a
Residual Current Device (RCD)
If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT attempt any repairs yourself.
This symbol indicates that this is a Class II product, and does not require an earth
connection.
WARNING! READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE
MAINS SUPPLY.
WARNING! THE WIRES IN THE POWER CABLE OF THIS PRODUCT
ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:
Blue = Neutral Brown = Live
Plug must be BS1363/A approved.
Always fit a 13 Amp fuse.
Ensure that the outer sheath of the cable is firmly held by the clamp
Neutral
(Blue)
Live
(Brown)

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OVERVIEW
The CHG1600 hot air gun provides two temperatures/air speeds for varying
applications.
A protection nozzle is supplied for use when stripping window frames or similar,
where hot air is prevented from being trained directly onto the glass.
OPERATION
Before starting work it is recommended that you heat a test piece to ensure
you have the correct heat setting. In addition you should always take steps to
protect sensitive or delicate areas where the effect of heat could cause
damage (i.e. glass and plastics). Do not apply heat to the same place for a
long time.
After the work has been completed, switch the gun off, disconnect from the
mains supply and allow to cool in a safe place.
Take care not to drop the gun as this could seriously damage the heating
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REMOVING PAINT AND DISSOLVING ADHESIVES
The gun can be used in conjuction with a shavehook to remove paint.
1. With the switch in the ‘0’ (OFF) position plug the hot air gun into the mains
supply.
2. Set the switch to either position 1
or 2 according to how much heat
is required. (see Specification on
page 2).
• Ensure the nozzle is pointing
away from you.
3. Bring the nozzle of the hot air gun
to the work piece approximately 3
cm from the surface.
• The exact distance between
the nozzle and the work piece will be dependent on the material
being worked on.
• Paint will rapidly become soft and blister, at which point it can be
removed with a suitable scraper. Do not allow paint to burn as this
will make the removal process more difficult.
• Some adhesives soften when heated and the joint can then be
separated, taking care to avoid damage to jointed parts.
4. Clean your shavehook quickly if paint/glue becomes stuck to it.
• Profiled parts may be cleaned with a suitable wire brush once paint
is softened.
• Normally only one pass is required to remove both thick and thin
layers of paint.
REMOVING PAINT FROM WINDOW FRAMES
DO NOT point the gun directly at
glass and always ensure it is
adequately protected. A glass
protection nozzle is provided for use
when stripping window frames etc.
1. Fit the glass protection nozzle to
the front of the hot air gun and
angle it so that the gun can be
placed up against the window,
with the cowl of the nozzle, flat
against the glass as shown.

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2. It will be necessary to change the position of the protection nozzle as you
work around the window pane. Ensure you wear adequate hand
protection when doing so.
3. The protection nozzle must be kept in contact with the work at all times, but
do not spend too much time in one area.
GENERAL USE
To prevent the gun from overheating, maintain a minimum distance of 3 cm
between the end of the nozzle and the work piece.
FORMING AND WELDING PLASTIC PARTS
When bending or forming plastic parts, work slowly and with great care
observing the effects of heat on such materials.
NOTE: With plastics, the temperature range between solid, pliable and
liquid states is narrow, therefore great care should be taken.
WOOD STAINING
Wood can be stained giving a ‘rustic’ effect.
1. Fit the diffuser nozzle to the front of the hot air gun.
2. Do not hold the nozzle too close to the wood as this may cause the wood
to colour unevenly.
3. Use a fine sandpaper to remove any singed wood fibres when finished.
HEAT SHRINK SLEEVE FITTING
Fit the concentrating nozzle to the front of the hot air gun.
1. Select a suitable size heat shrink sleeve for the work piece.
NOTE: Heat the sleeve evenly.
THAWING WATER PIPES
The gun is ideal for speeding up the defrosting of water pipes.
1. Always heat frozen areas inwards from the edge to the centre.
2. Take special care when defrosting plastic pipes.
3. Provide protection against heat damage to nearby paint and wall
coverings where necessary.
4. Be aware that copper gas pipes can be difficult to distinguish from copper
water pipes. Always check first.
5. Copper pipes are often soldered together, therefore should not be heated
above 200oC.

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COMPONENT PARTS AND MAINTENANCE
This hot air gun is maintenance free, except always ensure that the air intake
vents are kept clean. If used in a dusty environment clean the gun with low
pressure compressed air.
1 Right-hand Casing 15 Heating Element
2 Power Cable 16 Mica Tube
3 Cable Clamp 17 Barrel
4 Terminal Block 18 Barrel Cover
5 Capacitor 19 Screw ST3x16
6Switch 20Label
7 Motor 21 Screw ST3x14
8 Grip Insert 22 Screw ST3x9.5
9 Left hand Casing 23 Screw M3 x 10
10 Motor Mounting Plate 24 Wiring Set
11 Fan Backplate 25 Printed Circuit Board
12 Fan 26 Screw M2.5 x 4
13 Fan Cover 27 Connecting Wire
14 Isolator

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY