Safety warnings
supervised or have been
given instructions on how
to use the tool safely and
understand the hazards
involved.
Do not allow children to
play with the tool.
Children are not allowed
to clean or carry out main-
tenance work on the tool
without supervision.
Do not overload
your tools.
Your work results and
safety will be enhanced if
you operate the tool within
the specified output range.
Do not carry the tool by
the power cord. Do not
unplug the tool by pulling
on the power cord. Pro-
tect the power cord from
heat, oil and sharp edges.
Beware of toxic
gases and fire
hazards.
Toxic gases may develop
when working on plastics,
paints, varnishes or similar
materials.
Beware of fire and ignition
hazards.
For your own safety, only
use accessories and
attachments that are
specified in the operating
instructions or recommen-
ded or specified by the
tool manufacturer.
Using attachments or
accessories other than
those recommended in
the operating instructions
or catalogue may result in
personal injury.
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Safety warnings
Repairs by a
qualified
electrician only
This electric power tool
complies with the relevant
safety regulations. Repairs
should only be performed
by a qualified electrician.
Otherwise the user may
run the risk of accidents.
If this tool's main power
Important advice
L Do not use liquid or pasty adhesives!
L The glue reaches temperatures of up
to 200 degrees Celsius! You could burn
yourself!
L You could burn yourself. After skin
contact with hot glue: immediately cool
with cold water. Do not try to remove
hot-melt glue from the skin. If necessary,
seek medical attention. After eye contact
with hot-melt glue: immediately cool for
approx. 15 min. with running water and
consult a doctor straight away.
L The area you are gluing must be free of
grease, dry and absolutely clean.
L Glue marks on clothing cannot be
removed.
cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by the ma-
nufacturer or its customer
service department or a
similarly qualified person
so as to avoid hazards.
Keep these safety
precautions with the
tool.
L Make sure heat-sensitive materials are
suitable for gluing
L Drips of glue are best removed when
cold.
L Do not pull the glue stick out of the
applicator. Hot glue running into the
applicator may cause damage.
L Do not use in conjunction with highly
inflammable/combustible materials.
L Adhesive joints and glued areas can be
painted or varnished over and can be
taken apart again by heating them
L Always screw the nozzle tight after
replacing it (approx. 1 Nm).
L Proper operation is only guaranteed
by using genuine STEINEL sticks.
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