AL-KO PS 2035, Original Instructions Manual

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30 PS 2035
Working behaviour and working technique
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Do not mix different chemicals unless such a
mixture is permitted by the manufacturer.
6.2 Filling tank (07)
Fill the tank only outdoors or in a well-ventilated
area. Before you fill the tank with spraying solu-
tion, carry out a test run with fresh water and
check all the parts of the spraying appliance.
1. Unscrew measuring beaker (07/1). Filler neck
(07/2) is open.
2. Place the spraying appliance on a level sur-
face. Do not fill the tank above the Maximum
mark (07/3).
3. After filling the tank, screw measuring beaker
(07/1) securely onto filler neck (07/2).
4. Attach a sign to the spraying appliance show-
ing what chemicals are being used.
6.3 Adjusting spray nozzle (05)
Adjusting for a spray jet
1. Loosen spray nozzle (05/1) (05/a).
Adjusting for a fan spray
1. Tighten spray nozzle (05/1) (05/b).
6.4 Switching the appliance ON/OFF and
operation
Switching on the appliance
1. Hold the spraying appliance at handle (01/3)
or hang over the shoulder using the shoulder
strap.
2. Press ON/OFF switch (01/7). The appliance
is switched on.
Spraying
CAUTION!
Risk of injury
Contact with harmful spraying materials
can result in injuries.
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After every use, thoroughly wash
your hands and the area where the
skin was exposed to the spray mist.
1. Press operating button (08/1) on handle
(08/2) (08/a). Release operating button (08/1)
(08/b) to stop spraying.
Switching off the appliance
1. Press ON/OFF switch (01/7). The appliance
is switched off.
7 WORKING BEHAVIOUR AND
WORKING TECHNIQUE
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Aim the spray nozzle directly at the plants or
objects that you wish to spray.
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Do not use the appliance in windy weather.
The spraying materials could be inadvertently
blown onto plants or objects that are not to
be sprayed.
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The plant sprayer can be used with the spray
lance in the bracket or on the handle of the
spray lance.
8 MAINTENANCE AND CARE
CAUTION!
Risk of injury
Contact with harmful spraying materials
can result in injuries.
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Wear suitable personal protective
equipment at all times during main-
tenance, care and cleaning work!
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Do not get the appliance wet or expose it to
moisture. Do not spray with water.
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After every use, remove the rechargeable
battery and store in a dry place.
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Inspect the inside and outside of the appli-
ance and all the components before and after
every use for:
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Leaks
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Cracked or worn hoses
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Clogged nozzles
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Missing or damaged parts
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Do not use flammable solvents or abrasive
cleaning agents to clean the appliance.
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Have the appliance repaired before using it
again.
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Regularly check the machine is in good work-
ing order.
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Inspect the electrical contacts of the appli-
ance for corrosion, clean with a fine wire
brush if necessary and then spray with a con-
tact spray.
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Empty the tank via the filler neck before
cleaning.
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Wash out the appliance with clean water after
every use.