Maintenance - DeWalt D26414 Instruction Manual

Stripping Paint (Fig. 1)
WARNING: Refer to Important Notice under Additional Safety
Instructions for Heat Guns before using the tool remove paint.
WARNING: Do not strip metal window frames as the heat may
crack the glass.
• When striping other window frames, use the glass protection
nozzle.
• To prevent igniting the surface, do not keep the tool directed at
one spot too long.
• Avoid collecting paint on the scraper accessory, as it may
ignite. If necessary, carefully remove paint debris from the
scraper accessory using a knife.
1. Attach the appropriate accessory.
2. Turn the air temperature adjustment knob/ LCD air temperature
indicator and adjuster (D) to high.
3. Turn the tool on by selecting the desired air flow.
4. Direct the hot air onto the paint to be removed.
Best results will be achieved if the heat gun is moved slowly, but
CONSTANTLY, from side to side to evenly distribute heat. DO
NOT LINGER OR PAUSE IN ONE SPOT.
5. When the paint softens, scrape the paint away using a hand
scraper.
REMEMBER: Splinters and small particles of stripped paint can
be ignited and blown through holes and cracks in the surface being
stripped.
Stationary Use (Fig. 1)
This tool can also be used in stationary mode.
1. Fold down the kickstand (C) as shown in Figure 1.
2. Set the tool onto a level, stable workbench. Ensure the tool will
not tip over.
3. Secure the power cord to prevent entanglement or pulling the tool
off the workbench.
4. Turn the tool on by selecting the desired air flow.
Constant Heat Control (overload
protection)
When the tool is overloaded, this feature protects the heating element
from damage without stopping the tool and/or without a cool down
period
1. When the temperature gets too hot, the heating element switches
itself off. The motor will continue to run and produce cold air.
2. When the temperature has cooled sufficiently (taking only a few
seconds) the heating element will switch on automatically.
Tool Ring (Fig. 1)
WARNING: ALWAYS turn heat gun off, disconnect from the
power source and let the tool cool down for at least 30 minutes
before moving or storing it.
For easy storage, the tool can hang from the tool ring (F). The heat
gun should be stored indoors.
Cool Down Period
The nozzle and accessory becomes very hot during use. Turn heat
gun off, disconnect from the power source and let the tool cool down
for at least 30 minutes before moving or storing it.
NOTE: To reduce the cooling time, switch the tool on at the lowest
air temperature setting and let it run for a few minutes before turning
the heat gun off.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and
disconnect tool from power source before installing and
removing accessories, before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
Your D WALT power tool has been designed to operate over a
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long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous
satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and regular
cleaning.
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