Black & Decker PW1400TDK Pressure Washer User Manual


 
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ENGLISH
Safety instructions
The appliance you have purchased is a technologically
advanced product designed by one of the leading European
manufacturers of high pressure pumps. To obtain the best
performance from your unit, read this booklet carefully and
follow the instructions each time you use it. We congratulate
you on your choice and wish you successful operation.
Safety rules/residual risks
Safety “must nots”
Do not use the appliance with
inflammable or toxic liquids, or any products which are
not compatible with the correct operation of the
appliance. Explosion or poisoning hazard
Do not direct the water jet towards people or
animals. Injury hazard
Do not direct the water jet towards the unit
itself, electrical parts or towards other electrical
equipment. Electric shock hazard
Do not use the appliance outdoors in case of rain.
Short circuit hazard
Do not allow children or incompetent persons to
use the appliance. Injury hazard
Do not touch the plug and/or socket with wet
hands. Electric shock hazard
Do not use the appliance if the electrical
cable is damaged. Electric shock and short circuit
hazard
Do not use the appliance if the high pressure
hose is damaged. Explosion hazard
Do not jam the trigger in the operating position.
Accident hazard
Check that the data plates are affixed to the
appliance, if not, inform your dealer. Units without plates
must not be used as they are unidentifiable and
potentially dangerous. Accident hazard
Do not tamper with or adjust the setting of
the safety valve or the safety devices. Explosion hazard
Do not alter the original diameter of the spray head
nozzle. Hazardous alteration of operating performance
Do not leave the appliance unattended. Accident
hazard
Do not move the appliance by pulling on the
electrical cable. Short circuit hazard
Make sure that cars do not drive over the high pressure
hose.
Do not move the appliance by pulling on the high
pressure hose.
Explosion hazard
When directed towards tyres, tyre valves or other
pressurised components, the high pressure jet is
potentially dangerous. Do not use the rotating nozzle kit,
and always keep the jet at a distance of at least 30 cm
during cleaning. Explosion hazard
Safety “musts”
All electrical conductors must be protected against
the water jet. Short circuit hazard
The appliance MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED
to an adequate power supply in compliance with all
applicable regulations. Electric shock hazard
Use of a safety residual current circuit-breaker
(R.C.C.B.) will provide additional protection for the
operator (30 mA). Models supplied without plug must be
installed by qualified staff. Use only authorized electrical
extension leads with suitable conductor gauge.
High pressure may cause parts to rebound: wear all the
protective clothing and equipment needed to ensure the
operator’s safety. Injury hazard
Before doing work on the appliance, remov e the
plug. Accidental start-up hazard
Before pressing the trigger, grip the gun firmly to
counteract the recoil. Injury hazard