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Safety Instructions
The following instructions to be followed before, during and after work:
This instruction manual to be read completely before initial start-up. If strictly followed,
no dangers should occur.
This machine must only be run by qualified adult persons who are fully familiar with
possible dangers. “Directives for Liquid Blasters” (ZH 1/406) and operation instruc-
tions “Working with Liquid Blasters” (BGV D 15) to be followed.
The machine is not suitable for unattended operation and must be operated according
to specification. Protective clothing to be worn.
The water jet emerging from the spray pistol has a dangerous cutting effect. There-
fore the water jet must never be directed onto persons, animals or electrical installa-
tions. It must never be used for cleaning of clothes, shoes and the like. Be aware of
torque and recoil. Ensure stable foothold.
The max. allowed pressure which is stated on the type plate must not be exceeded.
The safety/control valve opens, if the max. operating pressure is exceeded by more
than 10 % and returns the water into the suction side of the high pressure pump. The
safety/control valve is workshop-set and leaded. Adjustment must not be changed.
Unsuitable respectively defective high pressure hoses often cause severe accidents
during operation. Therefore high pressure hoses to be carefully inspected before
start-up and replaced by original OERTZEN equipment in case of damage. Use of
other than original OERTZEN equipment results in expiration of the EC Declaration of
Conformity, as well as product liability and warranty.
Worn-out or damaged high pressure hoses must never be repaired and reused but to
be replaced by original OERTZEN equipment.
Spray pistols with delayed closing mechanism must not be used because of risk of
injuries.
Lever in open position must never be blocked or fixed in any way.
When using spray wands of a length below 750 mm, particular risks to be observed.
The machine must not be run in areas jeopardized by fire or explosions. During
operation at filling stations “Technical for flammable liquids” (TfbF) to be observed.
Consumables to be handled throroughly according to technical rules and safety and
environmental regulations to be observed.
Machine must not be started, if power cable, plug, switches, etc. are defective.
Only extension cables designed according to VDE to be used. Extension cables on
reels to be reeled off during operation in order to avoid overheating of the reel. Plug,
couplings to be watertight. A faulty current protection switch to be added.
Before opening the machine in case of malfunction or emergency, switch off by
means of the ON/OFF switch and disconnect it from electric power source.
