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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.1 The appliance you have purchased is a technologically advanced

product designed by one of the leading European manufacturers

of high pressure pumps. To obtain the best performance from your

unit, read this booklet carefully and follow the instructions each

time you use it. We congratulate you on your choice and wish you

successful operation.

SAFETY RULES/RESIDUAL RISKS

2.1 SAFETY “MUST NOTS”

2.1.1

DO NOT use the appliance with

inflammable or toxic liquids, or

any products which are not compatible with the correct operation

of the appliance. E

XPLOSION

POISONING

HAZARD

2.1.2

DO NOT direct the water jet towards people or

animals. I

NJURY

HAZARD

2.1.3

DO NOT direct the water jet towards the unit

itself, electrical parts or towards other electrical

equipment. E

LECTRIC

SHOCK

HAZARD

2.1.4

DO NOT use the appliance outdoors in case of rain. S

HORT

CIRCUIT

HAZARD

2.1.5

DO NOT allow children or incompetent persons to use the

appliance. I

NJURY

HAZARD

2.1.6

DO NOT touch the plug and/or socket with wet

hands. E

LECTRIC

SHOCK

HAZARD

2.1.7

DO NOT use the appliance if the electrical cable is

damaged. E

LECTRIC

SHOCK

AND

SHORT

CIRCUIT

HAZARD

2.1.8

DO NOT use the appliance if the high pressure

hose is damaged. E

XPLOSION

HAZARD

2.1.9

DO NOT jam the trigger in the operating position. A

CCIDENT

HAZARD

2.1.10

Check that the data plates are affixed to the appliance, if

not, inform your dealer. Units without plates must NOT

be used as they are unidentifiable and potentially dangerous.

CCIDENT

HAZARD

2.1.11

DO NOT tamper with or adjust the setting of the

safety valve or the safety devices. E

XPLOSION

HAZARD

2.1.12

DO NOT alter the original diameter of the spray head

nozzle. H

AZARDOUS

ALTERATION

OPERATING

PERFORMANCE

2.1.13

DO NOT leave the appliance unattended. A

CCIDENT

HAZARD

2.1.14

DO NOT move the appliance by pulling on the

ELECTRICAL CABLE. S

HORT

CIRCUIT

HAZARD

2.1.15

Make sure that cars do not drive over the high pressure hose.

2.1.16

DO NOT move the appliance by pulling on the high pressure hose.

XPLOSION

HAZARD

2.1.17

When directed towards tyres, tyre valves or other pressurised

components, the high pressure jet is potentially dangerous. Do not

use the rotating nozzle kit, and always keep the jet at a distance of

at least 30 cm during cleaning. E

XPLOSION

HAZARD

2.2 SAFETY “MUSTS”

2.2.1

All electrical conductors MUST BE PROTECTED against the

water jet. S

HORT

CIRCUIT

HAZARD

2.2.2

The appliance MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED to an

adequate power supply in compliance with all

applicable regulations (IEC 60364-1). E

LECTRIC

SHOCK

HAZARD

The appliance may cause network noise DURING startup.

• Use of a safety residual current circuit-breaker (R.C.C.B.) will

provide additional protection for the operator (30 mA).

Models supplied without plug must be installed by qualified staff.

Use only authorized electrical extension leads with suitable

conductor gauge.

2.2.3

High pressure may cause parts to rebound: wear all the protective

clothing and equipment needed to ensure the operator’s safety.

NJURY

HAZARD

2.2.4

Before doing work on the appliance, REMOVE the plug.

CCIDENTAL

START

HAZARD

2.2.5

Before pressing the trigger, GRIP the gun firmly to

counteract the recoil.

NJURY

HAZARD

2.2.6

COMPLY WITH the requirements of the local water

supply company. According to EN 12729 (BA), the

appliance may only be connected to the mains drinking water

supply if a backflow preventer valve with drain facility is installed in

the supply hose. C

ONTAMINATION

HAZARD

2.2.7

Maintenance and/or repair of electrical components

MUST be carried out by qualified staff. A

CCIDENT

HAZARD

2.2.8

DISCHARGE residual pressure before disconnecting the

unit hose. I

NJURY

HAZARD

2.2.9

Before using the appliance, CHECK every time that the

screws are fully tightened and that there are no broken or

worn parts. A

CCIDENT

HAZARD

2.2.10

ONLY USE detergents which will

not corrode the coating materials

of the high pressure hose/electrical cable. E

XPLOSION

AND

ELECTRIC

SHOCK

HAZARD

2.2.11

ENSURE that all people or animals keep a

minimum distance of 16 yd. (15m) away. I

NJURY

HAZARD

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