Ferm GRM1022 - Page 5

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• Toensuremachinesafety,useonlyoriginal
spare parts from the manufacturer or approved
by the manufacturer.
• Waterthathasflownthroughbackflow
preventers is considered to the non-potable.
• Themachineshallbedisconnectedfromits
power source by removing the plug from the
socket-outlet during cleaning or maintenance
and when replacing the machine to another
function.
• Observeadistanceofatleast30cmwhen
using the jet to clean painted surfaces to avoid
damaging paintwork.
• Donotusethemachineifasupplycordor
important parts of the machine are damaged,
e.g. safety devices, high pressure hoses,
trigger gun.
• Ifanextensioncordisused,theplugand
socket must be of watertight construction.
• Inadequateextensioncordscanbedangerous.
If an extension cord is used, it shall be suitable
for outdoor use, and the connection has to be
kept dry and off the ground. It is recommended
that this is accomplished by means of a cord
reel which keeps the socket at least 60mm
above the ground.
• Inordertoavoidahazardduetoinadvertent
resetting of the thermal cut-out, this
appliance must not be supplied through an
external switching device, such as a timer,
or connected to a circuit that is regularly
switched on and off by the utility.
• Toensurethemachinesafety,pleaseonly
use original spare parts (including nozzle)
from the manufacturer or approved by the
manufacturer.Donotusethemachinebefore
you changed them if they are damaged.
• Becareofthedangerofthekickbackforceon
the spray assembly when opening the trigger
gun and grasp the gun with hands firmly.
• Toreducetheriskofinjury,closesupervision
is necessary when a machine is used near
children. High-pressure cleaner shall not be
used by children or untrained person.
• Knowhowtostopthemachineandbleed
pressures quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with
the controls.
• Stayalertandwatchwhatyouaredoing.
• Donotoperatethemachinewhenfatiguedor
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Keepoperatingareaclearofallpersons.
• Donotoverreachorstandonunstable
support.Keepgoodfootingandbalanceatall
times.
• Followthemaintenanceinstructionsspecified
in the manual.
• Thismachinemustbegrounded.Ifithas
malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides
a path of least resistance for electric current
to reduce the risk of electric shock. The
plug must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances. The rating voltage (V/Hz) of the
machine has to be in compliance with the local
power supplying voltage.
• Checkwithaqualifiedelectricianorservice
personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the
outletisproperlygrounded.Donotmodifythe
plug provided with the machine. If it will not
fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
aqualifiedelectrician.Donotuseanytypeof
adapter with this machine.
• Useonly3-wireextensioncordsthathave
3-prong grounding-type plugs and 3-pole
cord connectors that accept the plug from
the machine. Use only extension cords that
are intended for outdoor use and the socket
must be of watertight construction. These
extension cords are identified by a marking
“Acceptable for use with outdoor machines;
store indoors while not in use.” Use only
extension cords having an electrical rating
notlessthantheratingofthemachine.Do
not use damaged extension cords. Examine
extension cord before using and replace if
damaged. Inadequate extension cords can
bedangerous.Donotabuseextensioncord
and do not yank on any cord to disconnect.
Keepcordawayfromheatandsharpedges.
Always disconnect the extension cord from the
receptacle before disconnecting the machine
from the extension cord.
• Toreducetheriskofelectrocution,don’tstart
andrunthemachineintherainorstorm.Keep
allconnectionsdryandofftheground.Do
not touch plug with wet hands. It is strictly
prohibited to let water leak into the machine.
• Whenthemachineisrunning,pleasemaintain
a constant water supply. Without water
circulation will damage the sealing rings of the
machine.