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Operating Instructions
GB
PRE-OPERATION
• Check your Pressure Washer before use and
IMMEDIATELY
replace any damaged parts.
• Place the Pressure Washer on
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rm level ground with the engine switched
OFF
.
• Check the engine oil level, low oil levels will result in the engine not starting.
• Check the fuel level.
• This equipment is could emit a Sound Power Level (LWA) of up to 110dB(A). See Technical Data section for more details and wear
appropriate ear defenders.
• Your Altrad Belle Pressure Washer comes preset and
NO
adjustment is necessary.
• Be aware of how to stop the Pressure Washer by use of the On/Off switch or throttle lever.
Refer to the engine and pump manuals provided for full pre-operation check.
HOSE CONNECTION - HIGH PRESSURE OUTLET (MACHINE MUST BE TURNED OFF)
• Ensure in-line
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lters are in good condition and not removed.
• Check condition of the o-rings in the ends of the hose.
• Attach the high pressure hose to the pump connection.
• Attach the lance to opposite ends of the high pressure hose.
Before you operate or carry out any maintenance on this machine
YOU MUST READ
and
STUDY
this manual.
WARNING
When connection to temporary / gravity-fed supply, always ensure supply hose is primed with water to
ensure pump is not run dry on start-up. Running dry will permanently damage the pump.
CAUTION
OPERATION
• Turn on the water supply.
• Start the engine (see start and stop procedure)
• Aim the lance at the area being cleaned and press the lance trigger.
• Adjust the pressure regulator to obtain required working pressure. ALWAYS use on full throttle.
The high pressure of water may cause the lance to jolt. Ensure you have a good grip of the lance
before operating the pressure washer.
CAUTION
• On completion of the job, stop the engine (see start and stop procedure)
• Turn off the water supply.
• Press the lance trigger to release the pressure within the lance.
When Using Detergents
• Set the machine up as for using water.
• Connect the detergent hose to the machine and place the
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lter end into the detergent supply.
• Loosen detergent control valve.
• Loosen control handle to deliver detergent.
• On completion of the job,
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ush out the hose and lance with clean water to remove any residual detergent.
• Tighten detergent control valve.
• Tighten control handle.
When Using the Hose Reel
NOTE:
When using the pressure washer with a hose reel, the high pressure outlet on the front of the machine becomes redundant.
You can use this coupling to attach the hose for storage purposes.
• Pull the securing pin in the side of the hose reel to release the reel. Unravel the hose to the desired length.
• Connect the hose to the lance.
• On completion of the job, remove the hose from the lance and reel the hose back in.
• Connect your hose to the coupling if you desire.
Always drain water from pump after operating in cold conditions to prevent frost damage.
CAUTION
