ValueMax GT12303-E 30W Hot Melt Glue Gun: Operating Instructions

Safety Information

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? Caution! Wear safety goggles.

? Caution! Wear gloves.

⚠️ Warning! This tool must be placed on its stand when not in use. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. 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.

General Safety Regulations

When using the equipment, a few safety precautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating instructions and safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the information is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety instructions.

Warning! Read and understand all safety and operating instructions in the manual before using this product. Keep this manual for future use.

General Safety Instructions

Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Keep all warnings and instructions for future reference.

1. Work Area Safety

• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate glue gun in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a glue gun. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2. Electrical Safety

• Glue gun plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
• Do not expose glue gun to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a glue gun will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the glue gun.
• Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

3. Personal Safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a glue gun.
• Do not use a glue gun while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating glue gun may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

4. Glue Gun Use and Care

HOT SURFACES: The glue and the nozzle of the gun can reach high temperatures. Avoid all skin contact. If burnt, plunge the burn under cold water.

• Children should only use the gun in the presence of an adult.
• Do not force the glue gun. Use the correct glue gun for your application. The correct glue gun will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Store idle glue gun out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the glue gun or these instructions to operate the glue gun. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

5. Service

Have your glue gun serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the glue gun is maintained.

Safety Warning! This is a high-temp glue gun. Any abuse of inappropriate glue sticks might lead to reverse flow of melt adhesive and damage the gun.

• The heat body and melt adhesive is high-temp work. Direct body touch is prohibited. Do not use it at possible flammable or explosive circumstances.
• Do not lift the gun high or leave the nozzle upward, this will cause hot glue to leak out the back and cause damage to the glue gun.
• Power off if the gun was not to be used within 15 min, otherwise, the adhesive might flow inversely and damage the gun.

Specifications

Components (FIG. 1)

Diagram of the ValueMax 30W Hot Melt Glue Gun:

• 1. Nozzle protective cover
• 2. Stand holder
• 3. Rubber Protection Sleeve
• 4. Trigger
• 5. Glue stick entrance
• 6. Indicator light
• 7. On/off switch
• 8. Power cord
• 9. Removable Stand-up base

Loading a Glue Stick

Installing the glue stick

1. Insert the glue stick into the glue stick entrance (5) and slide down gently. (See FIG. 2)
2. Squeeze the trigger (4) multiple times to push the glue stick all the way down. (See FIG. 3)

Operation

Warning! Never touch the nozzle or the front of the gun, where the temperature is very high.

1. Plug the glue gun into a standard power outlet. (See FIG. 4)
2. Turn on the power switch (7) to start heating. Wait for 3-5 minutes for preheating. (See FIG. 4)
3. Squeeze the trigger (4) to release glue after preheating. (See FIG. 5)
4. Press the surfaces to be glued together for 10-15 seconds for stronger adhesion.
5. Insert an additional glue stick into the back as needed.
6. After use, place the gun on the stand holder (2) and position it on the work surface so that the nozzle does not touch the work surface.

To stop the flow of glue, release the trigger. It is recommended to place a sheet of paper under the nozzle, as the gun may drip glue if not yet cooled. If you stop using the gun for more than 15 minutes, please turn off the power switch (7).

Allow the glue gun to cool completely before storing.

Application

• Adhere or join two work pieces when repairing furniture, fixing electrical wire, installing floors, fixing toys and models, etc.
• Repair leaks or cracks as a waterproof material in buckets, rain gutters, etc.
• Seal cartons or other packaging.
• Applicable for various surfaces, such as wood, plastic, foam, fabrics, paper, cardboard, ceramics, etc.

Storage and Maintenance

• Never let any liquids get inside the glue gun. If you need to clean the exterior, use only a damp cloth.
• When you finish using the glue gun, DO NOT pull the remainder of the stick out of the gun. This will cause hot glue to be sucked out the back and damage the gun. The remainder can be used next time directly.
• Always keep the rear slider clean, so the stick can be inserted smoothly.
• Ensure the gun has fully cooled down before putting it in storage.
• The glue gun shall be positioned on its stand (2) when not in use.
• Store the gun in a dry and ventilated place, not in a humid or wet one.

Environmental Protection

♻️ This product is marked with a symbol relating to the disposal of electrical and electronic waste. This means that this product must not be disposed of with household waste but must be returned to a collection system. It will then be recycled or dismantled to reduce the environmental impact. Electrical and electronic equipment can be hazardous to the environment and human health as they contain hazardous substances.

EC Declaration of Conformity

Herewith we, Guangzhou Binde Electronics Co.,Ltd, No. 11-1B, Newsouth Community, Shiling Town, Huadu District, Guangzhou 510800 Guangdong P.R.China, declare that the following Appliance complies with the basic safety and health requirements of the EC Directives (see item 4) based on its design and type, as brought into circulation by us.

This declaration relates exclusively to the machine in the state in which it was placed on the market, and excludes components added and/or operations performed subsequently by the end user.

• Product: 30W Hot Melt Glue Gun
• Model No.: GT12303-E
• Serial number: N/A
• Applicable EC Directives: Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
• Used Harmonized Standards: EN 55014-1:2017, EN 55014-2:2015, EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019, EN 61000-3-3:2013+A1
• Responsible for documentation: C&E Connection E-Commerce (DE) GmbH Zum Linnegraben 20, 65933, Frankfurt am Main, Germany (info@ce-connection.de)
• Additional used EC Directives: N/A

Date/place/Name/Authorized signature: 2021-5-20 / Guangzhou / David Cai

Title of Signatory: Engineer