Cygnus User Manual
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v3.0 2011
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5. Care and Maintenance
5.1
General cleaning
Minor cleaning should be performed using a damp microfiber cloth. Detergents or chemicals should not be used.
5.2
Washing Cygnus with a High Pressure Cleaner or Hosepipe
When cleaning Cygnus with a high pressure cleaner or hosepipe, always follow the opera ng instruc ons for the equip-‐
ment. Ensure that the stream of water is always directed downwards at an angle of no more than 60°. This is to prevent
unwanted water ingress to the unit via the airflow vents which could cause electrical failure. If you believe that water
has entered the unit, under no circumstances should the unit be powered on. Contact the manufacturer before use.
The control panel should only be cleaned with a damp microfiber cloth.
Ensure that the system is switched off before cleaning.
5.3
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Paintwork Repair
Minor damage to the paint such as scratches or stone chips should be touched up without delay before the metal starts
to corrode. Suitable touch up brushes or sprays for Cygnus can be obtained from the manufacturer.
5.4
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Tes ng
It is recommend that the unit should be tested annually for safety by a qualified electrician.
Local regula ons may require more frequent tes ng. Please refer to local regula ons for further details.
If Cygnus does not pass the relevant tests, do not use or open the unit. It must only be opened by a qualified service
engineer.
It is recommended that a full service is performed every two years in order to ascertain the condi on of your system.
Please contact the manufacturer for further informa on.
5.5
Caring for the Ba ery Bank
Cygnus uses sealed, maintenance free ba eries. The only rou ne care necessary is to ensure that when not in use, the
unit is charged at least once a month to keep the ba ery bank topped up.
W A R N I N G
Opening the unit may cause electrocu on
Opening the unit will invalidate the warranty
W A R N I N G
Under no circumstances should the unit be used to power any cleaning equipment being used to clean
the unit.
W A R N I N G
Under no circumstances should the control panel be cleaned using a pressure washer or hosepipe.
Detergents must not be used.
Leaving the ba eries in a state of discharge for extended periods will seriously affect their perfor-‐
mance.
