General Safety Instructions; Electrical Safety; Personal Safety - Skil 8003 Manual Original

Heat gun
INTRODUCTION
• This tool is intended for the removal of
paint, the forming and welding of
plastic, and the warming of
heat-shrinkable tubing; the tool is also
suitable for soldering and tinning,
loosening adhesive joints and
defrosting water pipes
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1
TOOL ELEMENTS 2
A On/off switch
B Protection ring
C Air outlet/nozzle
D Hanging ring
E Ventilation slots
F Glass protection nozzle
G Flat nozzle
H Reflector nozzle
J Reduction nozzle
SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Read all safety
warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury. Save all warnings and
instructions for future reference. The
term "power tool" in the warnings refers to
your mains-operated (corded) power tool.
1) WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite
accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in
explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders
away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match the
outlet. Never modify the plug in
8003
any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded)
power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain
or wet conditions. Water entering a
power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use
the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool
outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces
the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp
location is unavoidable, use an
earth leakage circuit breaker. Use
of an earth leakage circuit breaker
reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are
doing and use common sense
when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you
are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective
equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting.
Ensure the switch is in the
off-position before connecting to
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