Qualcast Q1W-SP15-1900 Original Instruction Manual Download

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2000W High Pressure Washer

Original instruction manual Q1W-SP15-1900

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Page 1: ...se read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your pressure washer These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your pressure washer ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely Scan to watch our new instruction videos Oct 2014 Rev A ...

Page 2: ...fety 4 Personal Safety 4 Operating Safety 6 Maintenance and Storage Safety 7 Intended Use 7 Service 7 In the Box 8 Assemble the Pressure Washer 9 Preparing to Operate the Pressure washer 10 Operating the Pressure Washer 13 Maintenance and Repair 17 Storage and Transportation 17 Troubleshooting 18 Technical Data 19 Recycling and Disposal 19 Plug Replacement 20 Getting Help 21 Guarantee 22 Declarati...

Page 3: ... WARNING Never aim directly at persons animals the unit or electric components Appliance not suitable for connection to the potable water mains Water that has flown through backflow preventers is considered to be non potable The appliance is not intended to be connected to the potable water mains If necessary please use only with a water backflow preventer or inlet hose set approved by IEC 61770 D...

Page 4: ...ge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Don t use the appliance without reading the instruction sheet Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Personal Safety WARNING Risk of fatal injury Use special care when cleaning tyres Vehicle tyres tyre valves may become damaged...

Page 5: ...ttings and couplings are important for the safety of the appliance Use only hose fitting and couplings supplied by the manufacturer Inadequate extension cables can be dangerous The electrical supply connection shall be made by a qualified electrician can comply with IEC60364 1 The electric supply connection shall be made by a qualified electrician and comply with IEC 60364 1 It is recommended that...

Page 6: ...d after contact with foreign bodies or in the event of abnormal vibration Do not use the equipment near flammable liquids or gases In case of non observance there is a risk of fire of explosion Do not use the pressure washer if a supply cord safety devices hoses switch or trigger gun is damaged If an extension cord is used the plug and socket must be of watertight construction Inadequate extension...

Page 7: ...residual water left inside the high pressure washer and in the pump Do not store the machine at temperatures below freezing point in order to avoid frost damage Maintenance and Storage Safety This high pressure cleaner is designed for domestic use only to clean machines vehicles buildings tools facades terraces garden equipment etc using a high pressure water jet and detergents if required to use ...

Page 8: ... patio cleaner F fixed brush If there are any parts missing please call the customer helpline on 01904 727500 Please keep original packaging for warranty purposes Parts G rotary brush H spiral spray lance I vario lance J trigger gun K screws 2pcs L Inlet adapter M nozzle pin fixed on the machine N top handle O manual P hose clip A B N D E F G H I J K L M O P C ...

Page 9: ...ll be required while attached the pressure washer Keep all packaging until the pressure washer is fully assembled and has been operated successfully Always recycle the packaging in accordance with local recycling schemes Step 1 Assemble the tool 1 Remove package material from the box 2 Fix the top handle onto the machine by inserting the handle on top of the upper handle Secure the handle in place...

Page 10: ...se to the pressure washer Attach high pressure hose to the machine s water outlet hand tighten only Step 2 Fit the trigger gun to the high pressure hose Fully unwind and detach the pressure hose from the reel before connecting it to the trigger gun Screw the high pressure hose firmly onto the spray gun hand tighten only Step 3 Fit the lance to spray gun Insert the spray lance into spray gun and tw...

Page 11: ...nnect garden hose and water supply Attach garden hose to water supply Step 6 Connect garden hose and water inlet male connector Before you attach your water hose not included run the water through to eliminate any air in the hose to avoid air locking Attach the hose with a quick connect coupling not included to the high pressure washer Now turn the water on Preparing to Operate the Pressure Washer...

Page 12: ...ecting when working with the equipment Ensure that the equipment is functional before each use Check the safe condition of the machine Check it for visual defects Check that all parts of the machine have been securely fitted Check if the water connector and the high pressure pipes are tight 1 Place the high pressure washer on level ground Stand in a secure and stable position 2 Unlock the safety t...

Page 13: ...firm footing and are also holding the trigger gun and spray lance with both hands 1 Hold the hand held spray lance and the jet tube firmly with both hands Be aware of the recoil when switching on the high pressure jet 2 Unlock the safety button and press the trigger on the handheld spray lance It takes approximately 5 seconds to release the high pressure NOTE Clogging of the spray lance causes the...

Page 14: ...running as soon as you release the trigger on the hand held spray gun 3 Use with adjustable spray lance 180 degree rotation of the nozzle It takes a couple of seconds for the spray to adjust to the new setting The trigger gun safety lock prevents the trigger from being engaged accidentally and ensures the trigger gun cannot be locked in the ON position Without turning the gun adjust the spray to d...

Page 15: ...th clean water under high pressure see top visual On a vertical surface rinse from the bottom up and then rinse from the top down to avoid streaking Hold nozzle 6 8 15 20 cm from the work surface at a 450 angle NOTE The lance has to be set to low pressure for the machine to engage when using detergent Allow detergent to remain on the surface for a short time before rinsing Do not allow deter gent ...

Page 16: ...in a side to side swinging movement avoiding a front to back brushing motion Step 7 Use the spiral spray lance Spiral spray lance can protect painted wood and UPVC surfaces as the water continuously rotates resulting in a lower impact on the surface 1 Fix the turbo lance to the trigger gun 2 Turn on the pressure washer Pull trigger to operate unit 1 Fit the rotary brush to the trigger gun 2 Turn o...

Page 17: ... protect the pump If the filter is not kept clean the water flow to the machine will be restricted and the pump may be damaged To clean water filter remove inlet adapter and get the filter out Rinse filter until it is free of debris and blockage Replace the filter and inlet adapter Clearing of the Lime scale From periods of time water lime scale may build up on your lance outlet use the nozzle cle...

Page 18: ...e in the direction indicated Secure the end of the hose with the hose clamp Accessories can be stored on the back of the machine where the specially designed SnapShut mechanism will keep them in place even when you are on the move Frost can damage your pressure washer that has not been completely emptied of water The machine should be stored in a frost free room Do not kink high pressure hose ...

Page 19: ...3 No or only little pressure is built up Check if there is any air in the system Check all inlet pipes leading to the pump for leaks or the hose is blocked or there is a kink in the pipe Check the setting on the hand held spray gun If so please ventilate the machine Run the machine without the high pressure hose connected until water starts leaking without bubbles Re attach the high pressure hose ...

Page 20: ...ure in the actual conditions of use taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time The sound intensity level for the operator may exceed 85dB A and ear protection measures are necessary Recycling and disposal Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste All tools hose...

Page 21: ... may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with N The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L If a 13AMP BS1363 A plug is used a 13A fuse must be fitted or if any other type of plug is used a 13AMP f...

Page 22: ...ently nor should they be submerged or immersed in water Do not let cable lay or trail through pools of water or splashed with water from hose pipes MAINS PLUG REPLACEMENT IMPORTANT If the plug supplied is cut off it should be destroyed There is an electric shock hazard if a cut off plug is inserted into a 13 amp socket Our dedicated UK based customer helpline is open 7 days a week to assist you wi...

Page 23: ...ults due to accidents customer misuse or unauthorized repairs B Consumable Parts such as detergent bottle patio cleaner jet lance fix brush and nozzle pin C Failure due to lack of routine maintenance D Failure as a result of not using the equipment in accordance with the manual and safety instructions E The adjustment of cables drives belts or recoil starters 4 The guarantee is valid for a period ...

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