Safety Notes; Proper Use - AL-KO RAIN 2500 Betriebsanleitung

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NTRODUCTION
Read these operating instructions carefully
before putting the
Compliance with the operating instructions
provided by the manufacturer is a prerequisite for
safe and proper use of the pump.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place
and pass them on to any person who may be
using the pump.
The following symbols are used:
ATTENTION!
!
This symbol indicates instructions that
must be carefully observed to ensure the
safety of the user and other persons.
WARNING
This symbol indicates instructions that
must be observed to prevent damage to
the pump.
NOTE
This symbol
technical requirements to be observed.
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AFETY NOTES
The pump may only be used in swimming
pools, garden ponds and fountains when
operated in conjunction with a residual-current
device with a residual-current rating of 10/30 mA
in accordance with DIN/VDE 0100, Parts 737,
738 and 702. Note that the power point must be
protected by a 10 A fuse.
Observe the mains voltage: the information
on the nameplate of the pump must be in
agreement with the data for the mains power
grid.
Extension cables must have a min. cross-
section of 3 x 1.5 mm² and be compliant with
type H07RN-F as per DIN 57282/57245; mains
plug and extension
protected from water splashes. Ensure that
extension cables on drums are fully extended.
For safety reasons, the pump must not be
operated by:
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persons unfamiliar
instructions.
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children under the age of 16.
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pump into operation.
indicates any special
connections must
with the operating
The pump may not be used for any other
purpose than its designated use. Before using,
make sure that:
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the pump, the power cable and the plug are
not damaged.
−
no persons are touching the water to be
drawn off.
Before using, always subject the pump to a
visual inspection: a pump which is damaged
should not be used. In the event of damage,
have the pump checked by AL-KO Service.
The mains power cable must not be used
for fastening, lifting or transporting the pump. Do
not interrupt the mains supply by unplugging at
the power extension cable but rather disconnect
at the outlet socket.
Disconnect the plug from the mains power
supply before performing any work on the pump
or if a fault is detected or occurs. Make sure that
the plug is kept dry.
The pump may not be changed or
modified. AL-KO is not liable for any damage
caused if it is due to improper repair or if parts
exchanged are not original parts or parts
approved by AL-KO and if repairs were not
carried out by an AL-KO Service Centre or an
authorised specialist.
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ROPER USE
Designated use
The pump is designed for use in private
households.
applications as set out in the technical data
sheet. The pump is exclusively designed for:
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drawing off water collected in rain water
tanks and other water containers.
Improper use
The pump must not be used in continuous
operation: it must be turned off as soon as there
be
is no more water to be delivered. It should not be
used for the delivery of:
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salt water
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waste water
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foodstuffs
−
corrosive liquids or chemicals
−
inflammable, explosive or volatile liquids
−
sandy water or abrasives.
The max. permissible water temperature of
35 °C must not be exceeded.
Translation of original user instructions
It may only be operated in