Safety Notes - Bosch aquatak 120 i Bedienungsanleitung

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Safety Notes

Before start-up please read these instructions!
Before using the machine please read the op-
erating instructions for your unit and comply
in particular with these safety instructions.
The warning and information signs attached to the
unit provide important information for safe operation.
Apart from the information in the operating instruc-
tions comply with the general safety regulations and
regulations for the prevention of accidents.
Power Supply
The voltage indicated on the rating plate must corre-
spond to the voltage of the power source.
Class 1 units may only be connected to properly
earthed power sources.
We recommend that this equipment is only connected
into a socket which is protected by a circuit-breaker
that would be actuated by a 30 mA residual current.
Only use or replace power supply cables for this unit
which correspond to the types indicated by the manu-
facturer. See the operating instructions for the order
no. and types.
If the plug is damaged, pay attention to the following:
Plugs and sockets confirming to BS 4243 or BS 196
should be used wherever practicable. Domestic pat-
tern plugs to BS 1363 are not recommended but if their
use is essential those which have barriers or moulded
channels inside should be selected so that if the earth
continuity conductor is pulled out of its terminal it is un-
likely to be able to touch the phase terminal of the fuse
carrier. Domestic pattern plugs to BS 546 should not be
used. The wiring of the plug should leave more slack in
the earth continuity conductor than in the other cores,
so that it is not the first core to be pulled out of its ter-
minal should the cord grip fail. Plugs which have good
grips capable of maintaining a firm hold on the cable
sheath should be selected. In general, additional
means should be provided to relieve stress on cable
terminations in the plug. For example, additional cable
clamps should be fitted or a substantial chain could be
used to tether the machine to a fixed point.
Plugs and sockets situated near the work site or out-
doors should be to class IP 55 of BS 5490 to provide
adequate protection against ingress of water, etc. and
cable entries require effective sealing. Rubber shrouds
should be provided over cable glands. Drip-proof
(class IP X2 of BS 5490) plugs and sockets to BS 4343
are suitable for use indoors where the plug is away
from the water spray area where the appliance is in
use.
Never touch the mains plug with wet hands.
Do not run over, crush or pull the power supply cable
or extension lead, otherwise it may be damaged. Pro-
tect the cable from heat, oil and sharp edges.
The extension lead must have a cross section in ac-
cordance with the operating instructions and be pro-
tected against splashed water. The connection must
not be in water.
When replacing couplings on the power supply cable or
extension lead the spray water guard and mechanical
stability must remain in tact.
Water connection
Comply with the regulations of your water supply com-
pany.
All connecting hoses must have properly sealed joints.
The high-pressure hose must not be damaged (danger
of bursting). A damaged high-pressure hose must be
replaced immediately. Only use hoses and connec-
tions recommended by the manufacturer.
Application
Before use, check that the unit and operating equip-
ment are in perfect condition and are safe to operate.
Do not use the unit if it is not in perfect condition.
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Never draw in solvent-containing liquids, undiluted ac-
ids or solvents! This includes petrol, paint thinners
heating oil. The sprayed vapour is highly flammable,
explosive and toxic; also acetone, undiluted acids and
solvents as these corrode the materials used on the
unit.
The appropriate safety regulations must be observed
when using the unit in dangerous area (e.g. petrol sta-
tions). It is forbidden to operate the unit in potentially
explosive locations.
The unit must be placed in on solid base.
Only use detergents recommended by the manufac-
turer and comply with the application, disposal and
warning instructions of the detergent manufacturers.
All current-conducting components in the working area
must be protected against splashed water.
The gun trigger must not be jammed in position during
operation.
Suitable protective clothing must be worn if necessary
to protect against splashing from some parts.
Never direct the water jet at people, animals, the unit or
electric components.
Vehicle tyres/tyre valves may only be cleaned from a
minimum distance of 30 cm, otherwise the vehicle
tyre / tyre valve could be damaged by the high-pres-
sure jet. The first indication of this is a discoloration of
the tyre. Damaged vehicle tyres / tyre valves can be
deadly dangerous.
Materials containing asbestos and other materials
which contain substances which are hazardous to your
health must not be sprayed.
Only use detergents which have been approved by the
manufacturer of the unit.
Detergents must not be used undiluted. The products
are safe to use as they contain no acids, alkalis or sub-
stances which are detrimental to the environment. We
recommend that the detergents are kept out of the
reach of children. If detergent comes into contact with
the eyes wash immediately with plenty of water and if
swallowed contact a doctor immediately.
Operation
The operator must use the unit in accordance with the
regulations. He / she must take local conditions into ac-
count and be aware of other people, especially chil-
dren, when operating the unit.
The unit may only be used by authorised persons who
have received training or have demonstrated their abil-
ity to operate the unit. The unit must not be operated by
children or juveniles (danger of accidents due to incor-
rect use of the unit).
The unit must never be left unsupervised while the mo-
tor is running.
The water jet from the high-pressure nozzle produces
a recoil on the gun. You should therefore hold the gun
and spray lance firmly.
Transport
Switch off the motor and secure the unit before trans-
porting.
Maintenance
Switch off the unit prior to all cleaning and maintenance
work and before replacing components. Pull out the
mains plug if the unit is mains-operated.
Repairs may only be carried out by authorised BOSCH
Service Centres.
Accessories and spare parts
Only use accessories and spare parts which have been
approved by BOSCH. Original accessories and spare
parts guarantee that the unit can be operated safely
and without any breakdowns.
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