Methods; Switching Off The Device And Disconnecting Supply Lines; Coiling Up The Connecting Line And High-Pressure Hose And Storing Accessories; Storage (Frost-Free Environment) - Storch 140 HOT Mode D'emploi

Working methods
5.1 Techniques
Effi cient high pressure cleaning is achieved by following
a few guidelines, combined with your own personal expe-
rience of specifi cleaning tasks. Accessories and deter-
gents, when correctly chosen, can increase the effi ciency
of your pressure washer. Here is some basic information
about cleaning
5.1.1 Soaking
Encrusted or thick layers of dirt can be loosened or sof-
tened by a period of soaking. An ideal method within
agriculture – for example, within pig sties. The soaking
method can be achieved by use of foam or simple alka-
line detergent. Let the product lie on the dirty surfaces
for around 15 minutes before pressure washing. The
result will be a much quicker high pressure cleaning pro-
cess.
5.1.2 Detergent and Foam
Foam or detergent should be applied onto dry surfaces
(not in direct sun light) so that the chemical product is in
direct contact with the dirt. Detergents are applied from
bottom to top, for example on a car bodywork, in order
to avoid "super clean" areas, where the detergent col-
lects in higher concentration and streams downwards. Let
After using the cleaner
6.1 Switching off the cleaner and disconnecting supply
lines
1.
Close water tap.
2.
Activate spray gun without lance in order to empty all
residual water in the system.
3.
Turn the main switch to position „OFF".
4.
Pull out the plug from the electrical socket.
Original instruction
the detergent work for several minutes before rinsing but
never let it dry on the surface being cleaned.
5.1.3 Temperature
Detergents are more effective at higher temperatures.
Greases, oils and fats can be broken down more easily at
higher temperatures also. Proteins can be cleaned at tem-
peratures of around 60° C. Oils, traffi c fi lm around 70° C,
and grease can be cleaned at 80° C - 90° C.
5.1.4 Mechanical Effect
In order to break down tough layers of dirt, additional
mechanical effect may be required. Special lances and
rotary or wash brushes offer this supplementary effect
that cuts through dirt.
5.1.5 High Water Flow or High Pressure
High pressure is not always the best solution and high
pressure may damage surfaces. The cleaning effect also
depends upon water fl ow. Pressure levels of around 100
bar may be suffi cient for vehicle cleaning (in association
with hot water). Higher fl ow levels give the possibility to
rinse and fl ush away large amounts of dirt easily.
5.
Squeeze the spray gun handle until the cleaner is depres-
surised.
6.
Lock the safety catch on the spray gun.
7.
Remove the water hose from the cleaner.
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