Ferm GRM1020, Original Instructions Manual

Page: 7 / 16

7
EN
be dangerous. Do not abuse extension cord
and do not yank on any cord to disconnect.
Keep cord away from heat and sharp edges.
Always disconnect the extension cord from the
receptacle before disconnecting the machine
from the extension cord.
• To reduce the risk of electrocution, don’t start
and run the machine in the rain or storm. Keep
all connections dry and off the ground. Do
not touch plug with wet hands. It is strictly
prohibited to let water leak into the machine.
• When the machine is turned on, the interior
pumps start and continue to run even if
the pressure wand trigger has not been
depressed. Running the machine for more than
3 minutes without depressing the pressure
wand trigger could cause heat damage to the
motor and pumps, Please do not leave the
machine running unattended or unused for
more than 3 minutes.
• When the machine is running, please maintain
a constant water supply. Without water
circulation will damage the sealing rings of the
machine.
• It is necessary to turn on the spray lance within
one or two minutes after the machine has been
started. Otherwise, the temperature of the
circulating water within the machine will soon
rise to a critical point, which will cause damage
to the sealing rings inside the machine.
• Don’t start and run the machine in a place
excessively cold so as to prevent the machine
from the freezing current.
• This machine has been designed for only
using cleaning water, do not use corrosive
chemicals.
• Use cleaning agent supplied or recommend by
the manufacturer.
• High-pressure jets can be dangerous if subject
to misuse. The jet must not be directed at
persons, animals, live electrical equipment or
the machine itself. Pressure washers should
not be pointed at tire walls, as it may be
possible to damage them.
• Do not direct the jet against yourself or others
in order to clean clothes or footwear.
• Disconnect from the electrical power supply
before carrying out user maintenance.
• If the mains cable is damaged it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, or its service
agent or similarly qualified person to avoid a
hazard.
• Do not use the machine if a supply cord or
important parts are damaged, e.g. safety
devices, high pressure hoses, trigger gun.
• Be aware of the recoil caused by the water jet
when the machine is switched on.
• When the machine is moving and installing,
the machine must be in flat. When moving the
machine, pulling the handle to move it.
• Connect to the water supply. The machines are
not suitable for connection to portable water
mains. Connect the machine to the water
supply. (It can be a water container).
• Make sure the inlet water pressure keeps
between 0.01MPa and 0.4MPa.The inlet pipe
should at least 5 M long. Do not use the pipe if
the pipe is damaged. If you want connect this
machine to portable water mains, you must
install a backflow preventer in the water pipe
to prevent dirty water flow back to the drinking
water system. The backflow preventer shall
comply with EN 60335-2-79 ANNEX AA.
3. ASSEMbLy ANd USE
The motor of this pressure washer will
NOT run. It will only operate when the
trigger is squeezed.
• Connect the outlet hose to the washer and
connect the spray gun to the outlet hose.
• Connect nozzle and nozzle extension.
• Check gauze filter is clear of any blockage.
• Connect the water supply hose.
• Check that the hose has no kinks in it.
• Turn on water and check for leaks.
• Depress trigger to allow air to be expelled
though the pump and hoses, lock trigger.
• Plug in machine and turn on switch.
• Unlock trigger and use the pressure washer.
Shut down
1. Turn off the motor(push switch to the off
position).
2. Unplug the unit from the power source.
3. Turn off the water supply.
4. Press the trigger of the gun to depressurize the
system.
5. Disconnect the garden hose from the pressure
washer.