EK Loop Heat Gun User Manual

EK-Loop
Heat Gun Manual

USER GUIDE MANUAL LANGUAGES
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/EK-IM/EK-IM-3831109861059.pdf
MODELS
– EK-Loop Heat Gun 2000W – EU Plug
– EK-Loop Heat Gun 2000W – UK Plug
– EK-Loop Heat Gun 1500W – US Plug

PACKAGE CONTENT

Check the heat gun, the power cord and the power plug for transportation damages.
WARNING: Packing materials are not toys! Children must not play with plastic bags!
Danger of suffocation!

• Heat gun (1 piece)
• Instruction manual (1 piece)

When parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.

SAFETY WARNINGS

Read, understand and follow all safety rules and operating instructions in this manual before using this product.
Accordance to International Standard EN 60335-1

• This heat gun is intended for domestic use only and not for commercial applications.
• This heat gun cannot be used by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge.
• Children shall not play with the heat gun.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• A fire may result if the heat gun is not used with care, therefore:
• be careful when using the heat gun in places where there are combustible materials;
• be aware that heat may be conducted to combustible materials that are out of sight;
• do not use in presence of an explosive atmosphere;
• do not apply to the same place for a long time;
• do not leave the heat gun unattended when it is switched on;
• place the heat gun on its stand after use and allow it to cool down before storage.

INTENDED USE

Your heat gun has been specially designed tool for bending acrylic and PETG tubing only.
The heat gun has two settings:

1. Low heat (position 1): for use where the work surface or surrounding must not be allowed to get too hot.
2. High heat (position 2): for faster heat up time of the work surface where you can also operate the gun at a greater distance.

LIST OF MAIN PARTS

PUTTING INTO OPERATION
Observe the mains voltage: The voltage of the power source must agree with the value given on the nameplate of the unit. Extension cords must have a conductor cross section of 2×1.5mm² min. Before connecting the plug to the mains voltage you have to check if the switch is in position “0”. (FIG. 1)

SWITCHING ON
Select the required operating temperature and air volume with switch position I. (FIG. 2)

Select the required operating temperature and air volume with switch position II. (FIG. 3)

EU plug (VDE) and UK plug (BS)
Switch position I:
I. Setting 60°C -350°C / 300 l/min -1
Switch position II:
II. Setting 60°C – 600°C / 500 l/min-1
Switching off:
Set the switch to 0. (FIG. 1)
US plug (UL)
Switch position I:
I. Setting 140°F – 572°F / ~11 cfm
Switch position II:
II. Setting 140°F – 932°F / ~18 cfm
Switching off:
Set the switch to 0. (FIG. 1)

SETTING THE TEMPERATURE
(FIG. 4) The temperature can be increased and decreased in intervals of 30°C (86°F) via the control panel when the stage is I, and the temperature can be increased and decreased in intervals of 55°C (131°F) via the control panel when the stage is II. To increase the temperature press the left-hand button (+); to decrease the temperature press the right-hand button (-). Either tap the buttons briefly or press and hold the buttons until the desired temperature setting is reached. When doing this, please note the maximum temperature, which depends on the on/off switch. The maximum temperature is only possible in switching to stage 2. If switching to stage 1 is selected, the maximum temperature is 350 °C (662°F). The integrated display shows the temperature rating by colored increments.

HEAT GUN PLACEMENT
Place the heat gun upright on level surface (table) . Insert a silicone bending rod in a tube. Silicone rod is used for smoother tube bends. Hold a tube with inserted silicone rod approximately 5 cm (2 inches) from heat gun nozzle. Slowly rotate a tube along the axis and move it from side to side to heat the tube evenly. When tube is heated you can bend it to required shape. If the tube is heated for a long period, bubbles, deformation of the pipe diameter, changed color of the pipe may occur.

We recommend using EK-Loop Modulus Hard Tube Bending Tool for easier tube bending:
EK-Loop Modulus Hard Tube Bending Tool – 12mm,
Product EAN: 3831109816103
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/ek-loopmodulus-hard-tube-bending-tool-12mm
EK-Loop Modulus Hard Tube Bending Tool – 14mm ,
Product EAN: 3831109816110
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/ek-loopmodulus-hard-tube-bending-tool-14mm
EAN: 3831109816127
EK-Loop Modulus Hard Tube Bending Tool – 16mm,
Product EAN: 3831109816127
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/ek-loopmodulus-hard-tube-bending-tool-16mm

WARNING
Always place a hot heat gun on a level surface UPRIGHT (FIG.5)
Never place a heat gun lying on the side (FIG.6)

WARNING: Read this manual and general safety instructions carefully before using the heat gun, for your own safety. Your heat gun should only be passed on together with these instructions. The heat gun should be connected only to a power supply of the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate, and can only be operated on singlephase
AC supply.

WARNING (US plug): This heat gun has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

SAFETY RULES

WARNING: Non-observance of the safety rules while working with the hot heat gun can lead to fire, explosion, electric shock or burns. Read the operating instructions before using the heat gun and always observe the safely rules. Save these instructions and give them to persons that have not been instructed before they use the heat gun.
WARNING: A damaged casing or an opened unit can lead to a hazardous electric shock. Do not open the heat gun and do not put a damaged heat gun into operation.
Do not drill into the casing, e.g. to attach a company label. Before any work on the unit, pull the mains plug.
WARNING: A damaged power cord can lead to a hazardous electric shock. Check the power cord regularly. Do not operate the unit when the power cord is damaged. Always have a damaged cord replaced through a specialist. Do not wrap the cord around the heat gun and protect it from oil, heat and sharp edges. Do not carry the heat gun by the cord and do not use the cord to pull the plug from the outlet.
WARNING: Do not work in rain or in a moist or wet environment. This can lead to a hazardous electric shock. Keep the heat gun dry. Store the heat gun in a dry location when not in use. Consider the weather conditions. Do not work in wet sanitary facilities. Avoid body contact with grounded cables or surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
WARNING: Connect the heat gun that is used in the open via a residual current circuit breaker (RCCB).
WARNING: Danger of explosion! The hot heat gun can explosively ignite combustible fluids and gases. Do not work in a potentially explosive environment. Check the surrounding before starting to work. Do not work on fuels or gas containers or in their vicinity, even when they are empty.
WARNING: Danger of fire! Heat can reach combustible materials that are hidden behind coverings, in ceilings, floors or cavities, and ignite them. Inspect the work area before starting to work and in case of doubt, abstain from using the hot heat gun. Do not point the heat gun at the same spot for extended periods.
WARNING: Danger of fire! An unsupervised operating hot heat gun can set fire to objects that are close by. The heat gun must be supervised at all limes during operation. When allowing the switched off heat gun to cool down, always place it down vertical and standing. Allow the heat gun to cool down completely.
WARNING: Danger of fire! When working plastics varnish or similar materials, gases develop that are easily inflammable and can lead to explosions. Be prepared for flames to develop and keep suitable fire- extinguishing means at hand.
WARNING: Danger of intoxication! When working plastics, varnish or similar materials, gases develop that can be aggressive or toxic. Avoid breathing in vapours, even when they appear to be harmless. Always provide for good ventilation of the work area or wear a respirator.
WARNING: Danger of injury! The hot air jet can injure persons or animals. Touching the hot tube of the heating element or the heat gun nozzle leads to skin burns. Keep children and other persons away from the heat gunt. Do not touch the tube of the heating element or the nozzle when they are hot. Do not use the heat gun as a hair dryer. It develops much more heat than a hair dryer. Do not use the heat gun to heat up fluids or to dry objects or materials that are destroyed through the influence of hot air.
WARNING: Unintentional starting or unexpected switching on of the heating element after actuation of the thermal relay can lead to injuries. Make sure that the switch is set to OFF when connecting the heat gun to the mains supply. Switch the heat gun OFF when the thermal relay has actuated.
WARNING: Danger of injury! Using an air flow reflection nozzle that is not suitable for your heat gun can lead to burns. Use only original accessories for your model that are listed in these operating instructions.
WARNING: Danger of injury and fire. The hot heat gun is dangerous for children. Keep the hot heat gun out of the reach of children.
DANGER: Danger of overheating! Incorrect handing can lead to an accumulation of heat and thus damage to the heat gun. Do not operate the heat gun when it is placed down horizontally or when pointed downward. The air –intake opening and the nozzle must not be covered. Use only nozzles that are suitable for your unit.

Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this heat gun. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

WORK AREA SAFETY

1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate the heat gun in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Heat gun create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a heat gun. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
4. A heat gun plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
5. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
6. Do not expose a heat gun to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a heat gunwill increase the risk of electric shock.
7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
8. When operating a heat gun outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
9. If operating a heat gun in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
10. Use of a heat gun via an RCD with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less is always recommended.
11. Heat gun can produce electromagnetic fields (EMF) that are not harmful to the user. However, users of pacemakers and other similar medical devices should contact the maker of their device and/or doctor for advice before operating this heat gun.
12. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
13. If the cord is damaged, have it replaced by the manufacturer or his agent in order to avoid a safety hazard.

PERSONAL SAFETY

1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a heat gun. Do not use a heat gun while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating a heat gun may result in serious personal injury.

2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes or hearing protection used for  ppropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position (fig.1) before connecting to power source , picking up or carrying the heat gun. Carrying a heat gun with your finger on the switch or energising heat gun that has the switch on invites accidents.

4. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the heat gun in unexpected situations.

5. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

6. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of a heat gun allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury
   within a fraction of a second.

7. In case of accident or breakdown disconnect the heat gun plug from the power source and contact the the EKWB Customer Support or your local Authorised Service Centre for advice before operating this heat gun.

8. In case of burns remove hot or burned clothing. If clothing sticks to skin, cut or tear around it. Hold burned skin under cool (not cold) running water or immerse in cool water until the pain subsides. Use compresses if running water isn’t available. Cover with sterile, nonadhesive bandage or clean cloth. Do not apply butter, oil, lotions, or creams (especially if they contain fragrance).

9. When to see a doctor: when you see signs of infection like increased pain, redness, swelling, fever, or oozing, the burn blister is larger than 5 cm (2’’) or oozes, redness and pain last more than a few hours, the pain gets worse, the hands, feet, face, or genitals are burned.

HEAT GUN USE AND CARE

1. Do not force the heat gun. The heat gun will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

2. Do not use the heat gun if the switch does not turn on and off. If the heat gun cannot be controlled with the switch it is dangerous and must be repaired.

3. Disconnect the plug from the power source from the heat gun before making any adjustments or storing a heat gun. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

4. Store idle heat gun out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the heat gun or these instructions to operate the heat gun. Heat gun is dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

5. Maintain a heat gun. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the heat gun’s operation. If damaged,
   have the heat gun repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

6. Use the heat gun in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the heat gun for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

7. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow safe handling and control of the heat gun in unexpected situations.

8. When using the heat gun, do not wear cloth work gloves which may be entangled. The entanglement of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may result in personal injury.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HEAT GUN

• Do not place your hand over the air vents or block the vents in any way.

• The nozzle of this heat gun becomes extremely hot during use. Let nozzle cool down before touching.

• Always switch the heat gun off before putting it down.

• Do not leave the heat gun unattended while it is switched on.

• A fire may arise if the heat gun is not used with care.

• Heat may be conducted to combustible materials that are out of sight. Do not use in a damp atmosphere, where flammable gases may be present or near combustible materials.

• Place a heat gun on it’s stand and allow to cool fully before storing.Ensure adequate ventilation as toxic fumes may be produced.

• Do not use as a hairdryer.

• Do not obstruct either the air intake or nozzle outlet, as this may cause excessive heat build-up resulting in damage to the heat gun.

• Do not direct the hot air blast at other people.

• Do not touch the metal nozzle as it becomes very hot during use and remains hot for up
  to 30 minutes after use.

• Do not place the nozzle against anything while using or immediately after use.

• Do not poke anything down the nozzle as it could give you an electric shock. Do not look down the nozzle while the unit is working because of the high temperature being produced.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Attention:
Before performing any work on the heat gun, pull the power plug.
Maintenance:
Your heat gun has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Lubrication:
Your heat gun requires no additional lubrication.
Cleaning:
• To prevent overheating of the motor, keep the ventilation slots of the machine clean and free from dust and dirt.
• Regularly clean the machine housing with a soft cloth, preferably after each use. If the dirt does not come off use a soft cloth moistened with soapy water.

WARNING: Never use solvents such as petrol, alcohol, ammonia water, etc. These solvents may damage the plastic parts.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Isolate the power source by either removing the power supply plug from the socket before carrying out adjustment, servicing or maintenance.

TECHNICAL DATA

Product name and model| EK-Loop Heat Gun 2000W – EU plug| EK-Loop Heat Gun 2000W – UK plug| EK-Loop Heat Gun 1500W – US plug
---|---|---|---
Power plug type| VDE| BS| UL
Model no.| RF15-A2Y| RF15-B2Y
Voltage| 220-240 (V~)| 120 (V~)
Frequency (Hz)| 50-60| 60
Operational modes| 2
Noise level (dB)| 70
Position| I| II| I| II
Rate Power (W)| 250| 2000| 250| 1500
Temperature| 60-350 (°C)| 60-600 (°C)| 140-572 (°F)| 140-932 (°F)
Air flow| 300 (l/min)| 500 (l/min)| 11 (cfm)| 18 (cfm)
Display| Shows temperature rating by colored increments
Protection class| II / Double insulated
Case materials| Plastic and rubber
Cable lenght| 2000 mm ± 20 mm

Country of origin: China
Warranty
For warranty terms and conditions, please see the enclosed warranty card at the end of the
Instruction manual booklet.
Production date (batch number) can be found on the appliance.
EK® is registrated Trademark of EKWB d.o.o.
© 2022 EKWB d.o.o. All rights reserved
https://www.ekwb.com

Recycling
Products marked with this symbol must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste to avoid environmental and health problems due to hazardous substances. Always dispose of electrical and electronic products at an appropriate official recycling/collection point.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to ISO/IEC 17050-1 and EN 17050-1
EKWB, d.o.o.
Pod lipami 18, SI-1218 Komenda, Slovenija
Declare, under it sole rensponsibility that the product
Product Name and Model:
EK-Loop Heat Gun 2000W – EU Plug ;
EK-Loop Heat Gun 2000W – UK Plug
Regulatory Model Number:
RF15-A2Y
S/N:
YYYYOONNNN
(YYYY – production year; OO – order No.;
NNN – the running S/N)
Conforms to the following Product Specifications and Regulations:

Directive for Low Voltage equipment LVD 2014/35/EU

| EN 60335-2-45:2002+A1:2012 EN 60335-2-45:2002+A2:2012 EN 60335-1:2012+AC:2014 EN 60335-1:2012+A11:2014 EN 60335-1:2012+A13:2014 EN 60335-1:2012+A14:2014 EN 60335-1:2012+A1:2014 EN 60335-1:2012+A2:2014
Directive for Electromagnetic compatibility EMC 2014/30/EU| EN 55014-1:2017/+A11:2020 EN 55014-2:2015
EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019
EN 6100-3-3:2013/+A1:2019 EN 62233:2008
Directive on the restriction of hazardous substances in electricity equipment RoHS 2011/65/EU and EU 2015/863|

Date: Komenda, 06.12.2021
Approved by: Roman Pust

References

• Terms of sale – EK Webshop
• PC cooling solutions and systems by world leader EKWB
• PC water cooling solutions and systems by world leader EKWB
• Terms of sale – EK Webshop

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