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Safety instruction for high-pressure cleaners
Before using the machine please read the
operating instructions for your unit and comply
in particular with these safety instructions.
The warning and information signs attached to
the unit provide important information for safe
operation.
Apart from the information in the operating
instructions comply with the general safety
regulations and regulations for the prevention
of accidents.
Power supply
The voltage indicated on the rating plate must
correspond to the voltage of the power source.
We recommend that this equipment is only
connected into a socket which is protected by a
circuit-breaker that would be actuated by a 30
mA residual current.
Only use or replace power supply cables for
this unit which correspond to the types indicated
by the manufacturer. See the operating
instructions for the order no. and types.
If the plug is damaged, pay attention to the
following: Plugs and sockets confirming to BS
4243 or BS 196 should be used wherever
practicable. Domestic pattern plugs to BS 546
should not be used. The wiring of the plug should
leave more slack in the earth continuity
conductor than in the other cores, so that it is
not the first core to be pulled out of its terminal
should the cord grip fail. Plugs which have good
grips capable of maintaining a firm hold on the
cable sheath should be selected. In general,
additional means should be provided to relieve
stress on cable terminations in the plug. For
example, additional cable clamps should be fitted
or a substantial chain could be used to tether
the machine to a fixed point. Plugs and sockets
situated near the work site or outdoors should
be to class IP 55 of BS 5490 to provide adequate
protection against ingress of water, etc. and
cable entries require effective sealing. Rubber
shrouds should be provided over cable glands.
Drip-proof (class IP X2 of BS 5490) plugs and
sockets to BS 4343 are suitable for use indoors
where the plug is away from the water spray
area where the appliance is in use.
Never touch the mains plug with wet hands.
Do not run over, crush or pull the power supply
cable or extension lead, otherwise it may be
damaged. Protect the cable from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
The extension lead must have a cross section
in accordance with the operating instructions
and be protected against splashed water. The
connection must not be in water.
When replacing couplings on the power supply
cable or extension lead the spray water guard
and mechanical stability must remain in tact.
Water supply
Comply with the regulations of your water supply
company.
All connecting hoses must have properly sealed
joints.
The high-pressure hose must not be damaged
(danger of bursting). A damaged high-pressure
hose must be replaced immediately. Only use
hoses and connections recommended by the
manufacturer.
Application
Before use, check that the unit and operating
equipment are in perfect condition and are safe
to operate. Do not use the unit if it is not in
perfect condition.
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 the materials used on the unit.
The appropriate safety regulations must be
observed when using the unit in dangerous
areas (e.g. petrol stations). It is forbidden to
operate the unit in potentially explosive locations.
The unit must be placed on a solid base.
Before start-up please read these instructions !
