Gerni poseidon 2, User Manual

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Safety devices
Locking device on spray handle:
• The spray handle features a locking device. When the
pawl is activated, the spray handle cannot be ope-
rated.
Thermal sensor:
• A thermal sensor protects the motor against overload-
ing. The machine will restart after a few minutes when
the thermal sensor has cooled.
Pressure safety device:
• An integrated hydraulic safety valve protects the
system from excessive pressure.
During work
WARNING!
• It is not allowed to clean asbestos-containing surfaces
with high pressure.
• Risk of explosion – Do not spray fl ammable liquids.
• Never draw in fl uids containing solvents (e.g., gaso-
line, heating oil, paint thinner or acetone) These sub-
stances damage the materials used in the machine.
Their spray is highly combustible, explosive and poi-
sonous.
• Never direct the water jet at yourself, other persons,
not even to clean clothing or footwear - risk of injury.
• Never direct the water jet at pets or other animals.
• Never direct the water jet at live electrical equipment
or the machine itself - danger of short-circuiting.
• Hold the spray lance fi rmly with both hands. The spray
lance is affected by a thrust of 20.1 N and a sudden
torque when activating the trigger of the spray handle
during operation.
• Never start up a frozen machine. Frost damages are
not covered by the guarantee!
• Always ensure fi rm and safe footing.