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SAFETY INFORMATION
• Do not direct the heat gun air airow at clothing, hair or other body parts. Do not use
as a hair dryer. Heat guns can produce 986°F (530°C) or more of ameless heat at the
nozzle. Contact with the air stream could result in personal injury.
• Do not use near ammable liquids or in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of fumes, gases or dust. The ameless heat from the heat gun may ignite the
dust or fumes. Remove materials or debris that may become ignited from work area.
• Shield materials around the heated area to pre-vent property damage or re.
• Keep a re extinguisher nearby. Heat guns may ignite ammable materials left in the
work area.
• WARNING! Hot Surfaces. Always hold the heat gun by the plastic enclosure. Do not
touch nozzle, nozzle attachments or store heat gun until the nozzle has cooled to
room temperature. The metal nozzle requires approximately 20 minutes to cool before it
can be touched. Contact with the nozzle or nozzle attachment could result in personal injury.
Place the heat gun in a clear area away from combustible materials while cooling to prevent
ammable materials from igniting.
• Do not cut off airow by placing nozzle too close to workpiece. Keep intake vents clean
and clear of obstructions. Restricting airow may cause the heat gun to overheat.
• Place the heat gun on a stable, level surface when not hand held.
• Do not leave the heat gun unattended while running or cooling down. Inattention
invites accidents.
• Do not expose to rain or moisture. Store indoors in a dry location.
• Do not direct airow directly on glass. The glass may crack and could result in property
damage or personal injury.
• Always use common sense and be cautious when using tools. It is not possible
to anticipate every situation that could result in a dangerous outcome. Do not use this
tool if you do not understand these operating instructions or you feel the work is beyond
your capability; contact Kobalt customer service or a trained professional for additional
information or training.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may
use this tool. If you loan this tool to someone else, also loan these instructions to them to
prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.
PREPARATION
Know Your Heat Gun
This heat gun can be used for removing stickers, shrinking PVC wrapping or insulation tubes
and other similar applications. Before attempting to use the tool, familiarize yourself with all of
its operating features and safety requirements.
WARNING
• Do not allow familiarity with the heat gun to cause carelessness. Remember that one
careless moment is enough to cause severe injury. Before attempting to use any tool, be sure
to become familiar with all of the operating features and safety instructions.
• Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this
tool. Any such alteration or modication is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious personal injury.
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