Parkside PHLG 2000-2 - Manual (Page 9)

10 GB/IE/CY
Use as free-standing unit / during
cooling (see Fig. b, E):
j
Always set the device down upright on
a level surface, this will allow
· you to have both hands free
· the device to cool
Q Changing the nozzle
WarnInG! Too much heat causes paints
and plastics to ignite.
CaUTIOn! Do not inhale the resulting vapours.
reflector nozzle 4 – for shaping plastic
pipes or tubes (see Ill. b):
j Place the reflector nozzle 4 on the outlet
tube 3 .
j Fill the pipe or tube with sand and ensure it is
closed at both ends. This will prevent the pipe
or tube from kinking.
j Warm the pipe evenly, in that you move it
back and forth.
Protector nozzle 5 – for removing paint
and varnish (see Ill. C):
j Place the protector nozzle 5 on the
outlet tube 3 .
j The spatula shape of the nozzle ensures the air
is properly directed. Use a separate spatula for
removing paint or varnish.
Flat nozzle 6 – for detaching glues,
softening paint (see Ill. D):
j
Place the flat nozzle 6 on the outlet tube 3 .
j Do not apply heat for too long a period, as
burnt paint becomes much more difficult to
remove. Many glues can be softened by warm-
ing. Glued connections can then be detached
and excess glue removed.
reducing nozzle 7 – for welding plastic:
j Place the reducer nozzle 7 on the
outlet tube 3 .
j
Use the reducing nozzle 7 for heat-shrinkable
sleeves and film.
Q Further examples of uses in
the house, car and garden
Defrosting water pipes:
notice! It must not be used for thawing PVC pipes.
notice! It is often very difficult to tell the differ-
ence between gas pipes and water pipes. If in
doubt, ask a competent person.
notice! Copper pipes are joined using tin solder
and must not be heated above 200 °C.
j
Use the reflector 4 to defrost water pipes.
Loosening a threaded connection:
j Heating the threaded connection carefully can
often allow the connection to be released.
removing weeds:
j The heat dries out the weeds and micro-
organisms.
Lighting barbecue charcoal:
WarnInG! Do not use methylated alcohol.
j
Charcoal ignites in a few minutes.
Wax removal:
j You can remove wax residues from skis / snow-
board or from candle holders. Use the amount
of care appropriate to the product.
Q Cleaning
WarnInG! Before carrying out work on the
appliance, always remove the plug from the power
socket.
j Keep the air inlet and outlet clean.
j Use a cloth to clean the housing. Use a soft
cloth to clean the housing. Never use petrol,
solvents or cleaning agents as these may
attack the plastic.
Operation / Cleaning
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