Powercraft PHG-2000K User manual

0304/24
UK
USERSMANUAL
Art.nr. 885708
PHG-2000K

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HOT AIR GUN
TECHNICALSPECIFICATIONS
PACKAGECONTENTS
The package contains:
1 Hot air gun
1Diffuser nozzle round
1 Diffuser nozzle flat
1Claw nozzle
1Deflector nozzle
1Paint scraper
1Blow moulded case
1 Instruction manual
1 Warranty card
Check the machine, loose parts and accessories for
transport damage.
CAREFULLY READ THE INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE YOU USE THE HOT AIR GUN!
SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
The following symbols are used throughout this manual:
Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of life or
damage to the tool in case of non-observance of the
instructions in this manual.
Denotes risk of electric shock.
Carefully read this manual before using the hot air gun.
Make sure that you know how the hot air gun functions
and how to operate it. Maintain the hot air gun in
accordance with the instructions to make sure it
functions properly. Keep this manual and the enclosed
documentation with the hot air gun.
GENERALSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
Warning!Whenusingelectrictools,basicsafety
precautionsshouldalwaysbefollowedtoreduce
theriskoffire,electricshockandpersonalinjury,
includingthefollowing.Readalltheseinstructions
beforeattemptingtooperatethisproduct.
Retainforfuturerefence.
1. Keepworkareaclear.
Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2. Considerworkareaenvironment.
Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use power
tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit.
Do not use power tools in presence of flammable liquids
or gases.
3. Guardagainstelectricshock.
Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces (e.g.
pipes, radiators, refrigerators).
4. Keepchildrenaway.
Children should be kept away from the work area at all
times. Do not let children handle the hot air gun at any
time.
5. Storeunusedtools.
When not in use keep tools out of reach of children.
Store in a dry and secure location.
6. Donotforcetool.
Do not apply undue pressure as this may affect
performance and may cause damage to the machine.
Forcing the job also increases the potential for
accidents.
7. Userighttool.
Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job
of heavy duty tool. Do not use a hot air gun for
purposes not intended.
8. Dressproperly.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. They can be
caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid
footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
9. Usesafetyglasses.
Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
10.Donotabusecord.
Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect it from
electrical socket. Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp
edges.
11.Securework.
Use clamps or a vice to hold work. It’s safer than using
your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
12.Donotoverreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
13.Maintaintoolswithcare.
Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically
and, if damaged, have repaired by authorized service
facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace
if damaged. Always use tool in conjunction with a
residual circuit breaker device. Keep handles dry, clean
and free from oil and grease.
14.Disconnecttools.
When not in use, before servicing, and when changing
accessories such as blades, bits and cutters.
15.Removeadjustingkeysandwrenches.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
Voltage | 230 V~
Frequency | 50 Hz
Power input | 2000 W
Air flow, position 1 | 500 l/min
Air flow, position 2 | 650 l/min
Temperature, position 1: | 608 °F
Temperature, position 2: | 1076 °F
Weight | 0,62 kg
UK English
AVAILABLE SPARE PARTS FOR PHG-2000K
REF. NR. DESCRIPTION POWERCRAFT NR.
1ENCLOSURE (COMPLETE) 104080
2METAL FRAME FOR ELEMENT SUPPORT 104081
3FAN MOTOR 104082
4HEATING ELEMENT 104083
5SWITCH 104084
6CAPACITOR 0,1 µF 104085
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16.Avoidunintentionalstarting.
Do not carry plugged-in tools with finger on switch. Be
sure switch is off when plugging in.
17.Outdooruseextensioncords.
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords
intended for use outdoors and so marked.
18.Stayalert.
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not
operate tool when you are tired.
19.Checkdamagedparts.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that
is damaged should be carefully checked to determine
that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard
or other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service centre
unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this
instructions manual. Have defective switches replaced
by an authorized centre. Do not use tool if switch does
not turn it on and off.
20.Warning.
This appliance is manufactured to very high standards
and meets relevant safety regulations. Repairs should
only be done by a suitable qualified electrical engineer or
otherwise.
22.Connectthedustextractiondevice.
Whenever there are facilities for fitting a dust
extraction system, make sure it is connected and used.
SPECIFIC SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
Whenusingelectricmachinesalwaysobserve
thesafetyregulationsapplicableinyourcountry
toreducetheriskoffire,electricshockand
personalinjury.Readthefollowingsafety
instructionsandalsotheenclosedsafetyin
structions.
Keeptheseinstructionsinasafeplace!
Beforeoperatingthehotairgun:
1. Check the following:
-Make sure the voltage of the hot air gun
corresponds with the power voltage.
-Are the mains lead and the mains plug in a good
state: strong, without ravels or damages.
2. Avoid the use of long extension cables.
3. Do not use the appliance under moist circumstances.
4. The metal mouthpiece gets hot. Watch out and do
not touch the metal mouthpiece.
5. Prevent damage of the heating element. Do not lock
or block the mouthpiece.
6. Do not leave the appliance when switched on.
7. When the appliance is not in use, it can be put away on
the collapsible support, which is on the air gun. By
collapsing this support, the air gun can easy be put
away on it. The hot air gun now stands on the support
with the mouthpiece up.
8. Do not use the appliance for drying hair or for drying
living human beings in general.
9. Do not use the appliance in a bath, above water or in
spaces where easy inflammable liquids are used.
Warning! This appliance operates at a
temperature of 1076 °F without visible signs of this
temperature (no flames), still there is a chance of fire risk.
Watch out for the hot air stream from the mouth piece. This
air stream can cause burns.
WHEN OPERATINGTHEAPPLIANCE:
1. If you are going to use the hot air gun, vapours and gas
can be liberated during a short time. This can be
harmful for your health. Asthmatics can suffer
hindrance of it.
2. Before connecting the plug to the mains voltage you
have to check if the switch is in position “0”.
3. Keep the mains lead always away from the
mouthpiece of the hot air gun.
4. Keep children and animals away from the appliance if
you are using it.
IMMEDIATELYSWITCHOFFTHE
APPLIANCEWHEN:
1. plug and/or cable are defective or damaged;
2. the switch is defective;
3. yousmellorseesmokecaused by scorched insulation
from the hot air gun.
INSTALLATION
You can work manually with this hot air gun or you can
put it in a vertical position. If you use the vertical position
the metal supporting bracket of the handgrip must also
stand vertical for supporting the handgrip on the correct
place.
USINGTHE APPLIANCE
THEHOTAIRGUNCANBEUSEDFOR:
-plumbing work like tube connections, solder, bowing
tubes;
-removing paint, varnish and lacquer without fire-risk;
-quickly drying of appliances which have become wet;
-drying surfaces for quick repairing;
-removing self-adhesive labels in a clean way;
-placing PVC labels;
-blistering after sticking PVC materials can be
smoothed after heating;
-easy removing of vinyl carpeting;
-forming all synthetics with a low temperature (608
°F) among which polyethylene and PVC;
-forming all synthetics with a high temperature (1076
°F) among which acryl and plexiglass;
-smelting synthetics, among which matters and foils
with PVC layer;
-applying heat shrinking tubes;
-shrinkwrappers;
-thawing tubes and engines;
-repairing finishing layers: email of bath and household
appliances;
-applying epoxypowder coverlayers;
-repairing of ski’s, surf-boards and other sports
goods;
-unscrewing too fast fixed screws and connections.

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BEFOREOPERATING
Before you switch on the hot air gun you have to search
for the right adapter for the mouthpiece and assemble it
on the mouthpiece if it is still cold.
IMPORTANT: Replace the mouthpiece only:
-with a stationary engine;
-when the appliance is disconnected;
-when the mouthpiece is cold.
OPERATION
-Check if the mains switch is on position “0”
before you connect the apparatus;
-Keep the power voltage always away from the hot air
stream and the mouthpiece;
-Put the mains switch in position “1” or “II” to let
your hot air gun operate:
-“1” = 608 °F, air stream 500 l/min.;
-“0” = off;
-“2” = 1076°F, air stream 650 l/min.
Tip: If you want to get the best result, test all appliances
on a little part of the workpiece.
MAINTENANCE
Always disconnect the apparatus before carrying
out inspection or cleaning. Never use water or other
liquids to clean the electrical parts of the hot air gun.
-Never use easy inflammable liquids for cleaning the
hot air gun, especially for the mouthpiece.
-Regular maintenance of your hot air gun prevents
unnecessary problems. Keep the ventilation slots of
the hot air gun clean to prevent overheating.
TROUBLESHOOTING
In case the hot air gun does not work well, we give you
subjoined some possible causes and their solutions.
1. The engine gets overheated.
The ventilation slots of the hot air gun are dirty.
-Clean the ventilation slots.
2. The hot air gun does not start when it is
switched on.
Interruption in the electrical circuit.
-Check the mains lead and the mains plug.
The switch is defective.
Pull the mains lead out of the wall socket, because
there is a chance of fire risk ! Have the hot air gun
repaired at your local dealer.
3. The engine does not work, but it does heat.
Interruption in the electrical circuit.
Pull the mains lead out of the wall socket, because
there is a chance of fire risk ! Have the hot air gun
repaired at your local dealer.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (UK)
We declare under our sole responsibility that this
product is in conformity with the following
standards or standardized documents
EN60335-2-45, EN60335-1,
EN55014-1, EN55014-2,
EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3
in accordance with the regulations:
73/23/EEC
89/336/EEC
from 01-02-2003
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