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RE 271, RE 271 PLUS, RE 281, RE 281 PLUS
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Always unplug the power cord before
servicing or cleaning the machine.
In order to ensure trouble free operation,
we recommend carrying out the
following steps whenever the machine is
used:
N
Rinse the water hose, high-
pressure hose, spray lance and
accessories with water before fitting
them
N
Remove all sand and dust from the
plug-type coupling of the spray
lance and the coupling sleeve of the
spray gun
Cleaning the high-pressure nozzle
Since the pump pressure increases if
the nozzle is clogged, it must be cleaned
immediately.
N
Switch off the machine
N
Actuate the spray gun until water
merely drips from the spray head –
the machine is now depressurized
N
Remove spray lance
N
Clean nozzle with a suitable needle
NOTICE
Always remove the spray lance before
cleaning the nozzle
N
Rinse spray lance with water from
the nozzle end
Cleaning the water intake screen
The water intake screen must be
cleaned every week or more often if
necessary.
N
Disconnect hose connector (1).
N
Carefully release the screen (2) with
pliers and rinse it.
N
Before refitting the screen, ensure
that it is undamaged and replace if
necessary
Cleaning the ventilation openings
The machine must be kept clean so that
cooling air can flow freely through the
openings in the machine.
Lubricate connections
Lubricate the connections on the high-
pressure hose as needed
Checking the machine supports
The two front machine supports must be
replaced if damaged or worn, to ensure
the stability of the machine.
Maintenance
647BA031 KN
647BA014 KN
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