A qualified repair technician who is experienced with
the repair of electric tools must perform all repairs and
maintenance recommended in these instructions.
WARNING! Always unplug heat gun before
performing any maintenance or repairs. Use
only the same brand replacement parts.
LUBRICATION
The bearings are lubricated at the factory and require
no further lubrication.
1.
Unplug the unit and allow it to cool completely.
2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove screws that hold
outer nozzle shield in place. (See Figure 1)
3. Remove outer nozzle shield, then inner nozzle shield.
(See Figure 2)
NOTE: The inner nozzle shield is tightly
connected to gun body. Wiggle back and forth
to help remove.
Figure 1
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MAINTENANCE
HEATING ELEMENT REPLACEMENT
Figure 2
CLEANING
WARNING! Unplug heat gun before cleaning!
To clean the outside of heat gun, use only mild soap
and a damp cloth.
NOTE: DO NOT use other cleaning agents,
turpentine, gasoline, lacquer or paint thinner
or other solvents that may contain chemicals
which are harmful to plastics and other
insulating materials.
NOTE: Never immerse heat gun in liquid or
allow liquid to get inside heat gun. Make sure
all vents and openings are free and clear from
debris.
4. Remove the mica sleeve from around heating
element. (See Figure 3)
5. Remove heating element by pulling straight out.
(See Figure 4)
Figure 3
6. Using pliers, squeeze heating element sockets
slightly to ensure a tight connection with new
heating element prongs. (See Figure 5)
Figure 5
Figure 4
Heating
Element
Sockets
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