Operating Instructions - Rapid EG380 Notice Technique

ELECTRIC HOT MELT APPLICATOR: EG380

Operating instructions

Technical Characteristics
Dimensions (WxHxD) 36 x 24 x 8 cm
Weight : 1.7 kg
Working voltage : 220V-240V~, 50Hz
Power rating : 400W
Temperature : 140° - 220°C
Regulation : Thermostat
Glue sticks: Rapid Ø 12mm
Special features
• Non breakable handle and light weight
• Unique effort-saving trigger, with circular TPR handle
for comfortable hour long operation
• Temperature adjustor between 140-220°C
Safety Instructions
Read safety rules and instructions
carefully before using this machine.
• This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
• Do not use or store this machine in a humid
environment. Do not place it where it may be splashed
by water. Do not expose it to extreme changes in
temperature during or directly after use.
• Only use it indoors on a clean, dry work surface.
Excessive dust and dirt may reduce lifetime of this
tool.
• Never unplug the machine by pulling the cable.
• If the power cable is damaged or cut, remove the plug
from the electric socket immediately and do not use
the machine. It must be replaced by the manufacturer
or its service agent or a similar qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard.
• Unplug the machine when not in use, before any
servicing operations (maintenance, cleaning etc.)
• Always verify that the appliance is attached to a
ground socket.
• When using an electric extension cable, check that
it is in good working order and that it has a ground
socket.
• Never use the tool if it is damaged in any way.
• Never insert objects other than Ø12mm Rapid glue
sticks into the machine.
• Never remove a glue stick that has already been
inserted.
• The EVA adhesive can be stored indefinitely in the
unheated gun and re-melted by heating up the tool.
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Use only recommended adhesives in this glue gun.
• It is normal for this tool to become quite warm during
use. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.
• Hot Surfaces: the nozzle of the appliance and the glue
can reach a temperature of approx. 220°C. Do not
touch the heated nozzle or the hot adhesive. Avoid any
contact with the skin. If you burn yourself, put the burn
in cold water immediately. Never try to remove a large
quantity of glue without medical help.
• Keep children away. Children should not use this glue
gun.
• When applying at a height, take all the necessary
precautions to ensure that the glue does not run onto
the operator or onto any object. Make sure that you
have enough protection wear (skin, eyes)
• Some materials are heat-sensitive and can be
damaged by the hot nozzle or even the hot glue.
Whenever possible, test a piece of scrap material or a
hidden portion of the object being repaired.
• Stay alert. Pay attention to your work. Beware of any
dripping hot glue from your project. Use common
sense. Do not operate this gun when you are tired.
Do not operate under the influence of alcohol or other
drugs that may impair your physical abilities.
• When you have finished using the machine, unplug it
and wait until it has cooled. Never immerse glue gun
in water or other liquids to speed cooling process.
Allow it to air cool only. The glue gun should be stored
in a closed dry and secure place (tool box, drawer,
cupboard, etc.).
Instructions for Use
Temperature
adjustor
Trigger
ON/OFF switch
• Plug the glue gun into a suitable socket, red light on
means the power is on.
• Allow the tool to heat for approximately 3-5 minutes.
Insert a glue stick in the back of the tool.
• When the gun is fully heated, squeeze the trigger
slowly, until the melted material begins to flow from
the nozzle. Release the trigger to stop the glue flow.
Glue feeding
direction
Power input