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Symbols
Before starting
up your high-
pressure washer
for the fi rst time,
this instruction
manual must be
read through carefully. Save the
instructions for later use.
Safety instructions
marked with this
symbol must be
observed to
prevent danger
to persons.
This symbol is used
to mark safety
instructions
that must be
observed to prevent
damage to the machine and its
performance.
This symbol
indicates tips
and instructions to
simplify work and to
ensure a safe operation.
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Before using the high-pressure
washer, be sure to also read the
enclosed operating instructions
and keep them within reach at
all times.
The high-pressure washer
may only be used by persons
instructed in its use and
who have been expressly
authorised to do so.
General
Use of the high-pressure
washer is subject to the
applicable local regulations.
In addition to the operating
instructions and the binding
accident prevention regulations
in the country of use, the
generally recognised rules
for safe working must also be
observed.
Any method of use endangering
the safety of persons or
equipment is forbidden.
Before use
Before use, check that the high-
pressure cleaner is in a safe
and proper condition.
Operate the pressure washer
only in an upright position!
Important notes:
Do not connect the pressure
washer directly to the public
drinking water mains (observe
DIN 1988 and EN 1717).
A connection is permitted,
however:
• briefl y to a pipe interrupter
with moving section
• with a free outlet
Water may also be drawn from
an open container or from
a well or surface water not
intended for the drinking water
supply. Please use suction set
for this. Ensure that neither dirty
water nor liquids containing
solvents are sucked in.
Please observe the regulations
and provisions applicable in
your country. Before putting
the high-pressure washer into
service, carry out a visual check
of all the major components.
High-pressure jets can be
dangerous if misused. The
jet must not be directed at
persons, animals, live electrical
equipment or the pressure
washer itself.
During operation of the washer,
recoil forces are produced at
the spray lance and, when
the lance is held at an angle,
a torque is also created. The
lance must therefore be held
fi rmly in both hands.
Risk of injury!
Do not direct the jet towards
yourself or towards other
persons in order to clean
clothes or footwear.
Do not use the washer when
other people without protective
1 Important safety notes