Archived:Hot Air Introduction
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This page is OUTDATED and may no longer be accurate in important aspects!
Please head over to the new page "Heat Introduction" that will from now on serve as a replacement. If the old page was an introduction page, it is vital that you read the new one before using the described machine(s) again!
This is the content required for an introduction to our heat gun and hot air soldering station - reading this does NOT replace the mandatory session with a tutor! It will make it even quicker though ;-)
Let's begin! First off, make sure you have read the tool's manual, if available.
Safety
Dangers
- very hot air is produced (over 500 °C)
- the nozzle stays hot for a while after turning off
- toxic fumes can be generated when heating certain materials
- no prevention of turning on after loss & restoration of power (keine Anlaufsicherung)
Precautions
- don't point the nozzle at body parts or other people
- use a well-insulated glove if you have to hold the workpiece in your hand
- take care of good ventilation and don't inhale the fumes
- get familiar with the type of solder you're using or the kind of paint you're removing - for instance, does it contain poisonous lead?
- allow time for the nozzle to cool down before touching it or placing the tool into its case
- make sure the surface you put your workpiece on can handle the hot air
- if the power has been lost for whatever reason, always turn the button to "0" before restoring it!
