User manual RYOBI S500A

[. . . ] According to DIN 1988, power-jet cleaners may only be connected to the mains drinking water supply if a backflow preventer valve with drain facility is installed in the supply hose. 9 Before using the cleaner, CHECK every time that the screws are fully tightened and that there are no broken or worn parts. 10 Only USE detergents which will not corrode the coating materials of the high pressure hose/electrical cable. DO NOT tamper with or with or alter the calibration of the safe- ENSURE that all people or animals keep a minimum distance of 16 yd. [. . . ] If you sell the cleaner, the manual should be handed on to the new owner. Before starting the cleaner, make sure that it is receiving water correctly. Operating the cleaner without water could damage the seals. do not disconnect the plug by pulling on the electrical cable. If you are too far from the object you wish to clean, do not move the cleaner nearer by pulling on the high pressure hose; use the handle provided. In versions not equipped with TSS device, do not operate the cleaner for more than 1-2 minutes with the gun closed as this could damage the seals. Protect the cleaner from freezing during the winter. Do not obstruct the ventilation grilles during operation. The cross-section of any extension cables used must be proportional to their length, i. The longer the extension cable, the greater the crosssection; cables with a protection level of "IPX5" must be used. 5 mm2 3x4 mm2 Voltage Volts must be disposed of in compliance with the regulations in force in the country of installation. 1 Set the adjustable head in the "FAN JET" position, then fit the foam unit on the head and fix it in position. 1 The cleaner is equipped with a nozzle for adjustment of the jet from concentrated to fan. 2 It is also equipped with the foam unit for detergent distribution, with adjustment of the quantity of detergent using the knob M. ZLE (Where fitted) For increased washing power, use the rotary nozzle kit as follows: Turn off the high pressure cleaner Unscrew the adjustable head and fit the rotary nozzle onto the lance. RECOMMENDED CLEANING PROCEDURE Dissolve dirt by applying detergent with the fan jet to the dry surface. On vertical surfaces, work from the bottom upwards. Leave the detergent to act for 1 to 2 minutes, but do not allow to dry out. Apply the high pressure jet, keeping the nozzle at least 30 cm (10 in. ) from the surface, working from the bottom upwards. Discharge residual pressure by pressing the trigger until no more water comes out of the adjustable nozzle. Operate the cleaner with noncorrosive/non-toxic antifreeze before storing for the winter. [. . . ] Before working on the cleaner, disconnect the plug from the power supply socket. To ensure good performance, check and clean the suction and detergent filters after every 50 hours of operation. Working through the hole on the rear, RELEASE the motor using a screwdriver (for models with this feature). Clean the nozzle with the tool provided. [. . . ]