Setting the temperature
Stage 1 is the cold-air stage; tempera-
the nozzle outlet and indicated on the
ture is always 50 °C. Use the cold-air
display. The red push button (9) on the
function for drying paint, cooling work-
left-hand side is used as an input but-
pieces or to cool the nozzle before
ton with minus/plus function. Tempera-
changing an accessory attachment.
ture settings range from 50 °C to 650
In stage 2 temperature can be infinitely
°C max. Briefly pressing the "+" / "–"
varied over a range of 50 °C to 650 °C
push button increases or reduces the
on the crontol panel with LCD display.
temperature setting in 10 ° steps. Press-
The actual temperature is measured at
ing the button for longer speeds up the
Programming [P]
Default programs
Four programs are factory-set for the
Program
most common types of work. Press but-
ton "P" for programming mode. Num-
1
ber 1 is displayed for program 1. Con-
2
tinuing to press the program button will
3
take you to programs 2 – 4. Pressing
the button again will return the tool to
4
normal operation.
Memory function [S]
The settings for the four programs can
flow and temperature. Now press the
memory button (10) " – >" until the " – >"
be changed and saved at any time. To
do this, press the first program button
symbol is cleared from the display
"P" until the display shows the program
(approx. 5 sec). The values entered are
you wish to change. Set the chosen air
now saved in the program memory. To
Safety warnings
!
Read and observe this information
Do not use in the presence of an
before using the tool. Failure to
explosive atmosphere.
observe the oper-ating instructions
Heat may be conducted to flammable
may result in the tool becoming a
materials that are out of sight.
source of danger.
Protect yourself from
When using electric power tools,
electric shock.
observe the following basic safety pre-
Avoid touching earthed objects, such as
cautions to avoid electric shock and the
pipes, radiators, cookers or refrigerators.
risk of injury and fire. Fire may be
Do not leave the tool unattended while in
caused if the tool is not used with care.
operation.
Children should be supervised to make
Store your tools is
sure they do not play with the device.
a safe place.
This device is not intended for use by
persons (adults and children) with physi-
Place tool on stand after use and allow to
cal, sensory or mental impairments or
cool before putting it away.
lacking experience and/or knowledge
Tools that are not in use should be stored
of use unless they are supervised by a
in a dry, locked room and out of the
person responsible for their safety or
reach of children.
have received instructions from that per-
Do not overload
son on how to use the tool.
your tools.
Take ambient conditions
Work results and safety will be
into account.
enhanced if you stay within the
Do not expose electric power tools
specified output range.
to rain.
After using the tool for a prolonged
Do not use electric power tools when
period at maximum temperature, you
they are damp or in a damp or wet
should reduce the temperature before
environment.
switching the tool off. This will prolong the
Exercise care when using the tool in the
life of the heating element.
proximity of flammable materials. Do not
Do not carry the tool by the power cord.
direct hot air onto the same spot for any
Do not unplug the tool by pulling on the
prolonged period.
power cord. Protect the power cord from
heat, oil and sharp edges.
temperature setting process. Once the
temperature has been set, the tool takes
a few seconds to reach temperature
(depending on speed/air flow). If you
want to alter the setting, simply press
either button to increase or reduce the
temperature. After switching OFF, the
hot air gun stays in the last setting.
Temp. °C
Air l/min
Application
250
approx. 350
Forming plastic pipes
350
approx. 400
Welding plastic pipes
450
approx. 500
Stripping paint
550
approx. 400
Soft soldering
return to normal operation, press the
program button until the program
symbol disappears from the display.
Beware of toxic gases
and fire hazards.
Toxic gases may occur when working
on plastics, paints, varnishes or similar
materials. Beware of fire and ignition
hazards.
For your own safety, use only acces-
sories and attachments that are speci-
fied in the operating instructions or
recommended or specified by the tool
manufacturer. Using attachments or
accessories other than those recom-
mended in the operating instructions or
catalogue may result in personal injury.
Repairs must only be
carried out by a qualified
electrician.
This electric power tool complies with
the relevant safety regulations. Repairs
must only be performed by a qualified
electrician, otherwise the user may run
the risk of accidents.
Keep these safety warnings
in a safe place.
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Applications
Here are some of the applications you
Material
can use STEINEL hot air guns for. This
Rigid PVC
selection is by no means exhaustive –
no doubt you can immediately think of
other examples.
Plasticised
PVC
(A) Stripping paint: Paint is softened
and can be removed with a stripping
Soft PE
knife and paint scraper to leave a clean
(LDPE)
Polyethylene
surface.
Hard PE
(B) Shrinking tubing on cables: The
(HDPE)
shrink tubing is slipped over the section
Polyethylene
PP
you want to insulate and heated with
Polypropylene
hot air. The tubing shrinks by approx.
50 % in diameter to give a sealed
ABS
union. Shrinking is particularly fast and
even using reflector nozzles. Sealing
and stabilising cable breaks, insulating
(F) Soft soldering: First, clean metal
soldered joints, gathering cable runs,
parts you want to join. Then, using hot
sheathing terminal blocks.
air, heat the point you want to solder
and offer up the soldering wire. Use flux
(C) Forming PVC: Sheeting, piping or
or a soldering wire with a flux core to
mouldings can be softened and formed
prevent oxide forming.
with hot air.
(G) Welding and joining plastic: All
(D) Shaping: Ski boots and sports
parts being welded must be of the
shoes can be shaped for a perfect fit.
same plastic material. Use an appropri-
(E) De-soldering: Electronic compo-
ate welding rod.
nents are detached quickly and neatly
from circuit boards with a reduction
nozzle.
Accessories
J
Your dealer has a wide range of accessories for you to choose from. (* for HL 1910 E and HL 2010 E only)
1
Reflector nozzle
6
Surface nozzle, 75 mm
Prod. no. 070519
Prod. no. 070212
7
Wide-slit nozzle
2
Large reflector nozzle
Prod. no. 074715
Prod. no. 073015
8
Heat reflector nozzle,
3
Window nozzle, 50 mm
80 mm*
Prod. no. 070311
Prod. no. 072117
4
Window nozzle, 75 mm
9
Feed roller
Prod. no. 070410
Prod. no. 012311
5
Surface nozzle, 50 mm
10
Paint scraper kit
Prod. no. 070113
Prod. no. 010317
Functional guarantee
This STEINEL product has been manufactured with the utmost care, tested for proper operation and safety in accordance
with applicable regulations and then subjected to ramdom sample inspection. STEINEL guarantees that it is in perfect con-
dition and proper working order. The product is guaranteed for 12 months or 500 hours of operation commencing on the
date of sale to the consumer. We will remedy defects caused by material flaws or manufacturing faults. The guarantee will
be met by repair or replacement of defective parts at our own discretion. This guarantee does not cover damage to wear-
ing parts, damage or defects caused by improper treatment or maintenance nor does it cover breakage as a result of the
product being dropped. Further consequential damage to other objects is excluded. Claims under the guarantee shall only
be accepted if the product is sent fully assembled and well packed complete with sales slip or invoice
(date of purchase and dealer's stamp) to the appropriate Service Centre or handed in to the dealer with-
in the first 6 months. Repair Service: Our customer service department will repair any faults not covered
by the guarantee or occurring after the guarantee has expired. Please send the product well packed to
the Service Centre.
Application types
Distinguishing characteristics
Pipes, fittings, sheets, building profiles,
Carbonises in the flame, pungent odour;
technical mouldings
crashing sound
Welding temperature 300 °C
Floor coverings, wallpapers, hoses,
Smoking, yellowish-green flame,
sheets, toys
pungent odour;
Welding temperature 400 °C
silent
Domestic and electrotechn. articles, toys
Light yellow flame, drips continue to burn,
Welding temperature 250 °C
smells of a candle being extinguished;
dull sound
Baths, baskets, canisters,
Light yellow flame, drips continue to burn,
insulating material, pipes
smells of a candle being extinguished;
Welding temperature 300 °C
crashing sound
HT drainage pipes, moulded seats,
Bright flame with a blue core,
packaging, car components
drips continue to burn, pungent odour;
Welding temperature 250 °C
crashing sound
Car compon., equipm. housings, cases
Black, fluffy smoke, sweet odour;
Welding temperature 350 °C
crashing sound
(H) Hot-tool welding on plastic pipes
or rods. The ends are pressed against
a coated hot tool and then joined
together.
(I) Joining sheeting: The sheets are
overlapped and welded together. A slit
nozzle is used to direct hot air under
the overlap, then the two sheets are
firmly pressed together with a feed
roller. Also possible: Repairing PVC
tarpaulins by overlap welding with a
slit nozzle.
11
Plastic welding wire
15
Reduction nozzle, 9 mm*
Rigid PVC:
Prod. no. 073114
Prod. no. 070618
Plasticised PVC: Prod. no. 073213
16
Reduction nozzle, 14 mm*
LDPE:
Prod. no. 073312
Prod. no. 070717
HDPE:
Prod. no. 071219
PP:
Prod. no. 073411
17
Reduction nozzle, 20 mm*
ABS:
Prod. no. 074210
Prod. no. 070816
12
Slit nozzle*
Prod. no. 071011
18
Shrink tubings
13
Soldering reflector nozzle*
Prod. no. 071417
Prod. no. 074616
19
Shrink tubings
14
Welding nozzle*
Prod. no. 071418
Prod. no. 070915
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