simply insert the glue stick into the hole at the back of the glue gun,slide it in until it stops by pull the trigger. Turn on the power, preheating the hot glue gun for about 1-3 minutes to soften the glue stick. Once it s been sufficiently melted, pull the trigger, the glue will ooze out. Suitable For - 11mm Glue Sticks, bonding the toy model, artificial flowers, Christmas trees, ornaments, metal products, wood products, cardboard, electronic circuit boards.v60W 11mm Hot Melt Glue Gun With Holder- How to use the product: Inspect the glue gun for cracks in the handle and body. Make sure there isn't old glue clogging the nozzle. If you find any type of damage to the glue gun or to the cord, do not use it. Take the plug and insert it into an electrical outlet or wall socket. Place the glue gun on a secure surface such as a table. Place a sheet of paper underneath it to protect the surface area.