Michelin MPX 150 RG - Safety Instructions; Safety Rules;Residual Risks; Safety Must Nots; Safety Musts

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 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. During connection, use and servicing of
the appliance, take all possible precautions to protect your own
safety and that of the people in the immediate vicinity. Read the
safety regulations carefully and comply with them on all occasions;
failure to do so may put health and safety at risk or cause expensive
damage.
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SAFETY RULES/RESIDUAL RISKS
2.1 SAFETY “MUST NOTS”
2.1.1
exPlosion or Poisoning hazard.
DO NOT use the appliance with
inflammable or toxic liquids, or any products which are not
compatible with the correct operation of the appliance.
2.1.2
injury hazard.
DO NOT direct the water jet towards
people or animals.
2.1.3
electric shock hazard.
DO NOT direct the water jet
towards the unit itself, electrical parts or towards
other electrical equipment.
2.1.4
short circuit hazard.
DO NOT use the appliance outdoors
when it is raining.
2.1.5
injury hazard.
This appliance IS NOT intended for use
by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
2.1.6
electric shock hazard.
DO NOT touch the plug
and/or socket with wet hands.
2.1.7
electric shock and short circuit hazard.
DO
NOT use the appliance if the electrical cable is
damaged.
2.1.8
exPlosion hazard.
DO NOT use the appliance if the
high pressure hose is damaged.
Warning:
High pressure hoses, fittings and couplings are important
for the safety of the appliance. Use only hoses, fittings and
couplings recommended by the manufacturer.
2.1.9
accident hazard.
DO NOT jam the trigger in the operating
position.
2.1.10
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.
2.1.11
exPlosion hazard.
DO NOT tamper with or adjust
the setting of the safety valve or the safety devices.
2.1.12
hazardous alteration of oPerating Performance.
DO NOT
alter the original diameter of the spray head nozzle.
2.1.13
accident hazard.
DO NOT leave the appliance unattended.
2.1.14
short circuit hazard.
DO NOT move the appliance by
pulling on the ELECTRICAL CABLE.
2.1.15
Make sure that cars do not drive over the high pressure hose.
2.1.16
exPlosion hazard.
DO NOT move the appliance by pulling on the
high pressure hose.
2.1.17
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.
2.2 SAFETY “MUSTS”
2.2.1
short circuit hazard.
All electrical conductors MUST BE
PROTECTED against the water jet.
2.2.2
electric shock hazard.
The appliance MUST ONLY
BE CONNECTED to an adequate power supply in
compliance with all applicable regulations (IEC 60364-1).
The appliance may cause network noise DURING startup.
• 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.
2.2.3
injury hazard.
High pressure may cause parts to rebound: wear
all the protective clothing and equipment needed to ensure the
operator’s safety.
2.2.4
accidental start-uP hazard.
Before doing work on the
appliance, REMOVE the plug.
2.2.5
injury hazard.
Before pressing the trigger, GRIP the gun
firmly to counteract the recoil.
2.2.6
contamination hazard.
COMPLY WITH the
requirements of the local water supply company.
According to DIN 1988, the appliance may only be connected to
the mains drinking water supply if a backflow preventer valve with
drain facility is installed in the supply hose.
2.2.7
accident hazard.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Maintenance
and/or repair of electrical components MUST be carried out by
qualified staff.
2.2.8
injury hazard.
DISCHARGE residual pressure before
disconnecting the unit hose.
2.2.9
accident hazard.
Before using the appliance, CHECK every
time that the screws are fully tightened and that there are
no broken or worn parts.
2.2.10
exPlosion and electric shock
hazard.
ONLY USE detergents
which will not corrode the coating materials of the high pressure
hose/electrical cable.
2.2.11
injury hazard.
ENSURE that all people or animals
keep a minimum distance of 16 yd. (15m) away.
2.2.12
Warning:
This appliance has been designed for use with the
cleaning agent supplied or recommended by the
manufacturer. The use of other cleaning agents or chemicals may
adversely affect the safety of the appliance.