# Example applications (see figures A-F)

Images of example applications can be found on the graphics pages.

The distance between the nozzle and the workpiece depends on the material you are working on (metal, plastic etc.) and the intended working method.

The optimum temperature for each application can be determined by a practical test.

Always test the amount of air and temperature first. Start at a greater distance and a lower power setting. Then adjust the distance and power setting according to requirements. If necessary, keep the nozzle moving to avoid excessive heating in one place.

If you are unsure what material you are working on or what effect the hot air might have on it, first test the effect on a concealed area.

All example applications apart from "Stripping paint residue in the area of glass surfaces" can be carried out without the use of accessories. However, using the recommended accessories will simplify the work and considerably increase the quality of the result.

You can use all nozzles listed in these operating instructions that are available as accessories from Bosch with this heat gun.

- Take care when changing the nozzle. Do not touch the nozzle while it is hot. Let the heat gun cool down and wear protective gloves during changeover. The heat from the nozzle can cause burns.

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You do not need a nozzle to remove stickers and labels. Carefully remove stickers and labels with a spatula (see figure A).

Attach the surface nozzle (10). Briefly soften the paint residue with hot air and remove it with a clean spatula (see figure D). Long heat exposure burns the paint residue and makes removal more difficult.

Many adhesives can be softened using heat. By heating adhesives, you can break connections or remove excess adhesive.

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Attach the reflector nozzle (7). Choose the diameter of the heat shrink plastic tube (8) suitable for the workpiece. Evenly heat the heat shrink plastic tube until it fits closely against the workpiece.

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Fit the reducing nozzle (9). Select the highest power setting. Ignite a few pieces of charcoal at first and then add more.

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- The glass protection nozzle (11) must be used for this application. There is a risk that the glass may break.

You can remove the paint residue from profiled surfaces with a suitable spatula and brush it off with a soft wire brush.

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- Before applying heat to the pipe, check it is in fact a metal pipe carrying water. Metal pipes and gas pipes often look identical from the outside. Gas pipes must under no circumstances be heated.

Attach the angle nozzle (12). Gradually heat the frozen points of the pipe, starting at the outlet and moving back towards the inlet.