Switching On/Off; Initial Operation - IVT HPC-1400 Manual

Instruction manual
The water outflow produces recoil force against the nozzle pistol
grip. Therefore, hold the pistol grip and the nozzle pipe firmly.
Unpacking
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When unpacking, check to make sure that all components are
included. Refer to the drawings on this manual. If any parts are
missing or broken, please call IVT assistance center.
Assembly instructions
To prepare the pressure washer for use proceed as follows:
1. (HPC-1400; HPC-2000) Fasten the connector at the end of
the high pressure hose (14) to the high pressure water outlet (4).
Tighten the connector by hand only. [F1]
2. Push the lock-off button (12) to lock the switch lever (16) in
the «Off» position. [F2]
3. Connect the water supply hose to the connection for water
supply (3) (the water supply hose is not provided in the pack).
[F3]
The temperature of the incoming water supply must not
exceed 40°C for HPC-1400 and 60°C for HPC-2000 and HPC-
2400.
4. (HPC-1400) Connect the handgun (11) to the gun connector
(9). [F4]
4. (HPC-2000; HPC-2400) Fasten the end of the high pressure
hose (14) to the handgun (11), use a 17mm spanner (not
supplied) to tighten the screw. [F5]
5. (HPC-1400) Connect the lance (10) to the gun connector
(9).
5. (HPC-2000; HPC-2400) Connect the lance (10) to the
handgun (11). [F6]
6. Turn the water supply on, making sure that the tap is fully
open.
7. Plug the mains power cable into electricity.
8. Release the lock-off button (12).
9. Press the On/Off switch (2) to the
«I».
10. (HPC-2400) Pull the high pressure hose (14) out of winding
device (15) until appropriate length.
The pressure washer is now ready for use.

Initial operation

Always use the correct supply voltage: the power supply voltage
must match the information quoted on the tool identification
plate.
Make sure that the washer is connected to the water supply
system with the correct parameters (the maximum pressure and
temperature cannot exceed the values specified in the technical
WARNING
«On» position marked
data table).

Switching On/Off

Switching On
WARNING
Before using the pressure washer make sure that there are no
other people or domestic animals in the work area.
To switch the pressure washer «On», proceed as follows:
1. Make sure that the pressure washer has been correctly
assembled and prepared for use.
2. Press the On/Off (2) switch to
3. Adjust the spray.
4. Release the lock-off button (12) and point the nozzle at the
area to be washed.
5. Squeeze the switch lever (16).
6. Proceed with the wash.
CAUTION
Some painted or treated surfaces may be susceptible to
damage from high pressure jet washer. When cleaning vehicles
for example, always check with the manufacturer whether the
surfaces to be cleaned are suitable for pressure washing or
whether any restrictions apply.
Some useful general precautions are:
ATTENTION
Never position the nozzle at the distance nearer than 30 cm to
the area being cleaned (If in doubt test on a small unseen area
first).
• Never use pressure washer on areas with loose paint or
poorly secured trims/fittings.
• Always keep the water jet moving over the surface. Do not
leave the jet in the same position for a prolonged period as this
could cause damage to the surface.
• To be sure, always check with the suppliers of the item to be
cleaned that surfaces are suitable for pressure jet washing.
Switching Off
When you have finished using the pressure washer, follow the
procedure shown below to switch off and disconnect the unit:
1. Press the On/Off switch (2) to the
«0».
2. Turn off the water supply at the tap.
3. Discharge water in the pump and the hose by squeezing the
switch lever (16) for a few seconds, or until no water comes out.
4. Lock the handgun in the
button (12).
5. Disconnect from the mains power supply.
16
«On» position marked «I».
«Off» position marked
«Off» position through the lock-off