POSEIDON 3
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Important safety instructions
For your own safety
Before using the high-pressure
cleaner, be sure to also read the
enclosed operating instructions
and keep them within reach at
all times.
The high-pressure cleaner may
only be used by persons instruct-
ed in its use and who have been
expressly authorised to do so.
Although extremely easy to op-
erate, children should not be al-
lowed to use the cleaner.
General
Use of the high-pressure cleaner
is subject to the applicable local
regulations.
Besides the operating instruc-
tions and the binding accident
prevention regulations valid in
the country of use, observe rec-
ognised regulations for safety
and proper use.
Do not use any unsafe work
techniques.
Transport
Transport of the high-pressure
cleaner is easy on its large
wheels.
For safe transport in and on ve-
hicles we recommend to prevent
the equipment from sliding and
tilting by fixing it with belts.
Transport (when tilted):
– do not tilt the machine on the
front with the water connec-
tions.
Before starting the cleaner
Before using the cleaner for the
first time, check it carefully to de-
tect any faults or damage.
In the event of any damage con-
tact your Gerni dealer immedi-
ately.
If your 3-phase cleaner was sup-
plied without a plug, have it fitted
with a suitable 3-phase plug with
earth conductor, by an electri-
cian.
CAUTION!
Before connecting devices with
voltage changeover: Check that
the pre-selected voltage on the
machine corresponds with the
voltage of the electrical instal-
lation. Otherwise the electrical
devices of the machine can be
destroyed.
Do not connect the cleaner-
directly to the public drinking-
water mains. A connection is
permitted,however:
– briefly to a pipe interrupter-
with moving section
– with a free outlet
In the case of poor water quality
(sand, etc.), we recommend that
a fine water filter is fitted in the
water inlet.
We recommend the use of a tex-
tile-reinforced water hose with
a nominal diameter of min. 3/4"
(19 mm).Before use, check that
the high-pressure cleaner is safe
and in proper condition.
Regularly check whether the
power cord is damaged or shows
signs of ageing.
Use the high-pressure cleaner
only when the mains power lead
is in a safe condition. (risk of
electric shock if damaged!).
Check the rated voltage of the
high-pressure cleaner before
connecting it to the mains power
supply. Ensure that the voltage
shown on the rating plate corre-
sponds to the voltage of the local
mains power supply.
We strongly recommend that the
power supply to the high pres-
sure cleaner be connected via a
residual current circuit breaker.
This device stops the supply
of electricity if the leakage cur-
rent to earth exceeds 30 mA for
30 ms or it has an earth tester
circuit.
Operate the cleaner only in an
upright position!
Please observe the regulations
and provisions applicable in your
country. Before putting the high-
pressure cleaner into service,
carry out a visual check of all the
major components.
CAUTION!
High-pressure water jets can be
dangerous if misused. The jet
must not be directed at persons,
animals, live electrical equip-
ment or the cleaner itself.
Wear appropriate protective
clothing and eye protectors.
Do not direct the jet towards
yourself or towards other per-
sons in order to clean clothes or
footwear.
During operation of the cleaner,
recoil forces are produced at the
spraying device and, when the
spray lance is held at an angle,
a torque is also created. The
spraying device must therefore
be held firmly in both hands.
Do not use the cleaner when
other people without protective
clothing are in the working area.
Check that cleaning will not re-
sult in dangerous substances
(e.g. asbestos, oil) being washed
off the object to be cleaned and
harming the environment.
Do not clean delicate parts
made of rubber, fabric, etc. with
the 0° jet. Keep some distance
between high pressure nozzle
and surface in order to prevent
the surface from damage.
