Halfords HP 2800, Instruction Manual

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Safety Instructions
THIS MACHINE PRODUCES A HIGH
PRESSURE WATER JET, WHICH CAN
BE DANGEROUS. FOLLOW ALL THE
MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS DETAILED IN THIS
MANUAL. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
THE PRESSURE WASHER HAS BEEN
CHECKED PRIOR TO DESPATCH. IF
YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE
CONTACT THE CUSTOMER CARELINE.
In addition to the safety information
given in this manual all other
applicable general safety
regulations need to be observed
.
Make sure that the connection to
the electric system corresponds to
the latest edition of regulations and
safety standards.
It is strongly recommended that the
electrical power supply for this
machine include
s either a residual
current device to interrupt power
supply if dispersion current to
ground exceeds 30mA for 30mS,
or a grounding circuit.
Do not use the unit if the electric
cable or plug is damaged. Consult
a qualified electrician for repair.
Never direct the water jet at the
unit itself.
Never touch the mains plug with
wet hands; never work bare-foot.
Do not operate the unit in
potentially explosive locations.
Before any cleaning or
maintenance, the electro-pump
must be disconnected from the
power supply.
Do not use in the rain.
This unit is for domestic use only.
The water jet can be dangerous if
used incorrectly; never direct the
water jet towards yourself or others,
do not clean clothing or foot wear,
never direct the water jet towards
animals or electrical appliances.
Never put hand or fingers over the
spray tip while operating the unit.
Never try to stop or deflect leaks with
any body part.
Do not let children or persons not
familiar with these safety instructions
use the unit.
Before start-up make sure that the
lance is not open as this could
release a sudden jet of high pressure
water which could turn the lance into
a dangerous whip.
We recommend the use of safety
goggles and suitable ear protection.
Vehicle tyres/tyre valves may only be
cleaned from a minimum distance of
30cm otherwise they could be
damaged. The first indication of this is
a discolo
u ration of the tyre. Damaged
vehicle tyres/tyre valves can be
dangerous.
Never draw in solvent-containing
liquids, undiluted acids or solvents!
This includes petrol, paint thinners
and heating oil. The sprayed vapour
is highly flammable, explosive and
toxic, also acetone, undiluted acids
and solvents as these corrode
materials used on the unit.
Use only the nozzle supplied with this
machine.
Do not drive vehicles over the high
pressure hose or the electrical cables.
Do not kink or allow contact with
sharp object
s . The hose is easily
damaged.
Customer Careline: 0845 601 7834 3