Rothenberger ROBLAST JETTER, Manual

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NEWS SAFE JETTING
CONTENTS
Frost protection.............................................. 4
Work Area Safety…minimise hazards........... 5
Safety Clothing.....................................6
Engine Hazards.................................... 6
Jetter Warning..................................... 6
Wash Down Operation........................ 6
Bacteria Warning................................. 6
Accessory Identification..................................7
Preparation for Use........................................ 8
Start Up Procedure..........................................8
Operation as a Drain Cleaning Jetter............ 9
Operation of Remote Mini Reel...................10
Emergency Stop Button.................................... 10
Operation as a Pressure Cleaner.......................11
ROTH Safety Protection Kit...............................11
High Pressure Piston Pumps..............................11
Operating Tips...................................................13
Nozzle Selection................................................ 14
Operator’s Hand Signals................................... 15
Accident Reporting........................................... 15
Emergency Medical Information......................15
Service Record....................................................16
Warnings............................................................17
Jetter Daily Checklist.........................................17
Regular Service.................................................. 17
We would like to ensure that you not only obtain the
best possible results from your new machine, but that
you also, more importantly, operate it in a safe and
comfortable manner. In an effort to achieve this ob-
jective, this manual contains information on how to
do so most effectively. We ask that you please read it
carefully, and understand it clearly, before
operating your machine.
Additionally, please note that the drain and sewer
cleaning procedures must be followed diligently. If
not, this could result in severe injury, and in some
cases, death. Appropriate safety clothing and equip-
ment must be used at all times.
Drain cleaning jetters utilise water at extremely high
pressures in order to clear blockages
containing inevitable build up, such as grease,
sediment and tree roots, from clogged rains. The pres-
sure is generated by restricting the flow of
water with a nozzle at the end of an extremely flexible
jetting hose.
The nozzle contains reverse facing,
high-pressure, jets of water, and works to
propel the hose along the drain, effectively clearing
blockages, and flushing away the remaining debris.
If your environment increases the danger of the water
freezing, the jetter and hose must be completely drained, or the system
thoroughly flushed with antifreeze, as follows:
1. Run the machine until the float tank is almost empty.
2. Fill with 50% mix of water and antifreeze and run the pump until
antifreeze appears at the high-pressure outlet.
Do not use the jetter if there is a chance that ice has formed
within the hose or pump.
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