Contents Symbols used to mark instructions 1 Important safety instructions 2 Description 3 Before starting the cleaner 4 Control / Operation 5 Applications and methods 6 After using the cleaner 7 Maintenance 8 Troubleshooting 9 Further information Options / model variants ...2 ...2 Purpose...4...
POSEIDON 5 english Symbols used to mark instructions 1 Important safety instructions For your own safety The high-pressure cleaner may only be used by persons in- structed in its use and who have been expressly authorised to do Although extremely easy to op- erate, children should not be al- lowed to use the cleaner.
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electricity if the leakage current to earth exceeds 30 mA for 30 ms or it has an earth tester cir- cuit. Operate the cleaner only in an upright position! Please observe the regulations and provisions applicable in your country. Before putting the high-pressure cleaner into serv- ice, carry out a visual check of all the major components.
POSEIDON 5 english pressure cleaner must be sub- jected to a safety examination in accordance with the „Acci- dent Prevention Regulations for Working with Liquid Spray Jet Devices“ as required, but at least every 12 months, by an au- thorised inspector. After all repairs or modifica- tions to electrical equipment, the protective conductor resist-...
3 Before starting the cleaner Setting up the cleaner Fill up detergent tank Connecting the high pressure hose 3.3.1 Machines without high pressure hose reel 3.3.2 Machines with high pressure hose reel Options / model variants POSEIDON 5 CAUTION! Never lift the cleaner alone (weight >70 kg).
POSEIDON 5 english Connecting the water supply Electrical connection Antifreeze - before first NOTE! See chapter 9.4 Technical Data for required quantity of water and water pressure. In the case of poor water quality (sand, etc.), we recommend that a fine water filter is fitted in the water inlet.
4 Control / Operation Connections 4.1.1 Connecting the spray lance to the spray gun Switching on the cleaner 4.2.1 Switching on the cleaner when it is connected to a water supply 4.2.2 Switching on the cleaner when it is connected to open tanks (suction mode) Options / model variants NOTE!
POSEIDON 5 english Pressure regulation (Tornado Lance) Pressure regulation with the FlexoPowerJet nozzle Pressure regulation on the machine Using cleaning agents CHEM CHEM CAUTION! Never allow cleaning agent to dry on the surface to be cleaned. The surface may be damaged.
Accessories and detergents, when correctly chosen, can increase the efficiency of your pressure washer. Here is some basic information about cleaning. Encrusted or thick layers of dirt can be loosened or softened up by a period of soaking.
3. Clean fragile areas such as motors, rubber at lower pressure levels to avoid damage. 4. Apply a liquid wax using the pressure washer in order to protect the bodywork from pollution. Method Method...
These are merely several examples of cleaning tasks that can be solved by a pressure washer in asso- ciation with accessories and detergents. Each cleaning task is different. Please consult your local dealer or Gerni representative in order to discuss the best solution for your own cleaning tasks.
POSEIDON 5 english Rolling up the electrical lead and storing accessories Storing the cleaner (below 0°C) 7 Maintenance Maintenance plan 7.2.1 Cleaning water inlet filter 7.2.2 Checking pump oil level 7.2.3 Changing pump oil 1. Store the cleaner in a dry room without danger of frost or protect as below: CAUTION!
Maintenance work 7.2.1 Cleaning water inlet filter 7.2.2 Checking the pump oil level 7.2.3 Changing the pump oil Options / model variants POSEIDON 5 A water filter is fitted on the water inlet to prevent large particles of dirt from entering into the pump. 1.
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POSEIDON 5 english 8 Troubleshooting Fault Pressure drop Pressure fluctuations The motor does not start when the cleaner is switched on When the cleaner is switched on the motor buzzes without starting The motor switches off Cause > Air in the system >...
Fault No detergents drawn in 9 Further information Recycling the cleaner Guarantee EU Declaration of Conformity Options / model variants Cause > Injector is dirty or suction hose is blocked > Detergent tank empty > The cap on the FlexoPower- Jet nozzle is not set to low pressure Make the old cleaner unusable...
POSEIDON 5 english Technical Data Voltage 230 V / 1~ / 50 Hz Voltage 400 V / 3~ / 50 Hz Fuse (slow) Power rating Power consumption Protection type Working pressure Permissible pressure Volume flow Q Volume flow Q Cleaning Impact High pressure nozzle Max.