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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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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
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2.1 SAFETY "MUST NOTS"
2.1.1
any products which are not compatible with the correct operation
of the appliance. E
XPLOSION OR POISONING HAZARD
2.1.2 DO NOT direct the water jet towards people or
animals. I
DO NOT direct the water jet towards the unit
2.1.3
itself, electrical parts or towards other electrical
equipment. E
LECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
DO NOT use the appliance outdoors when it is raining.
2.1.4
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
DO NOT use the appliance if the electrical cable is
2.1.7
damaged. E
2.1.8 DO NOT use the appliance if the high pressure
hose is damaged. E
DO NOT jam the trigger in the operating position. A
2.1.9
HAZARD
Check that the data plates are affixed to the appliance, if
2.1.10
not, inform your dealer. Units without plates must NOT
be used as they are unidentifiable and potentially dangerous.
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CCIDENT HAZARD
2.1.11 DO NOT tamper with or adjust the setting of the
safety valve or the safety devices. E
2.1.12 DO NOT alter the original diameter of the spray head
nozzle. H
AZARDOUS ALTERATION OF OPERATING PERFORMANCE
DO NOT leave the appliance unattended. A
2.1.13
2.1.14 DO NOT move the appliance by pulling on the
ELECTRICAL CABLE. S
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.
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XPLOSION HAZARD
When directed towards tyres, tyre valves or other pressurised
2.1.17
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
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. E
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DO NOT use the appliance with
inflammable or toxic liquids, or
NJURY HAZARD
LECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
LECTRIC SHOCK AND SHORT CIRCUIT HAZARD
XPLOSION HAZARD
CCIDENT
XPLOSION HAZARD
CCIDENT HAZARD
HORT CIRCUIT HAZARD
XPLOSION HAZARD
LECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
The appliance may cause network noise DURING startup.
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.
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NJURY HAZARD
Before doing work on the appliance, REMOVE the plug.
2.2.4
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CCIDENTAL START UP HAZARD
2.2.5 Before pressing the trigger, GRIP the gun firmly to
counteract the recoil. I
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
DISCHARGE residual pressure before disconnecting the
2.2.8
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
of the high pressure hose/electrical cable. E
SHOCK HAZARD
2.2.11 ENSURE that all people or animals keep a
minimum distance of 16 yd. (15m) away. I
HAZARD
NJURY HAZARD
CCIDENT HAZARD
ONLY USE detergents which will
not corrode the coating materials
XPLOSION AND ELECTRIC
NJURY
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