This heat gun generates extremely high temperatures.Hidden areas such as
behind walls, ceilings,floors,soft boards and other panels may contain
flammable materials that could be ignited by the heat gun when working in
these locations.The ignition of these materials may not be readily apparent and
could result in property damage and injury to persons.When working in these
locations,keep the torch moving in a back-and-forth motion.Lingering or
pausing in one spot could ignite the panel or the material behind
it.
WARNING
Extreme care should betaken when stripping paint.The peelings,residue and
vapors of
paint may contain lead,which is poisonous.Any pre-1977 paint may contain
lead and paint applied to homes prior to 1950 is likely to contain lead.Once
deposited on surfaces,hand to mouth contact can result in the ingestion of
lead.Exposure to even low levels of lead
can cause irreversible brain and nervous system damage;young and unborn
children are
particularly vulnerable.Before beginning any paint removal
process you should determine whether the paint you are removing contains
lead.This can be done by your local health
professional who uses a paint analyzer to check the lead content of the paint
to be removed.LEAD-BASED PAINT SHOULDONLY BE REMOVED BY A
PROFESSION- AL AND SHOULD NOT BE REMOVED USING A TORCH
WARNING
!
DO not direct hot tip or nozzle toward clothing,hands,or other body
parts.Intense heat from tip or nozzle can cause serious burns or cause
clothing to ignite
Persons Removing Paint Should Follow These Guidelines:
■Move the work piece outdoors.If this is not possible,keep the work area well
ventilated.
Open the windows and put an exhaust fan in one of them.Be sure the fan is
moving the air from inside to outside.
■Please remove any carpets,blankets,furniture,clothing,cooking
utensils from the work piece and keep it ventilated.
Heat Gun Safety Warnings
department or by a
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