Makita HW001G Instruction Manual page 21

Nozzle functions
NOTE: The standard nozzles may vary depending on
the country. Refer to the section for optional accesso-
ries for other nozzles.
Cyclone jet nozzle
Country specific
NOTICE:
Do not use the cyclone jet nozzle to
clean fragile surfaces such as windows or car
bodies.
► Fig.7
A spiral jet is ejected. Suitable for removing stubborn
dirt.
Vario spray nozzle and extension
Country specific
CAUTION:
Install only the vario spray noz-
zle to the extension. Do not connect the other
optional extensions to the original extension.
Using any attachments other than those recom-
mended by the manufacturer may cause a risk of
damage or injury to persons.
CAUTION:
When adjusting the jet pressure,
do not rotate the nozzle while pulling it toward the
trigger gun. The nozzle may come off from the trig-
ger gun and cause a personal injury.
CAUTION:
When rotating the tip of the nozzle
to adjust the water jet, do not rotate it forcibly.
Otherwise, the nozzle may break and cause an injury.
► Fig.8: 1. Vario spray nozzle 2. Extension
Jet pressure can be adjusted by rotating the nozzle.
NOTICE:
When turning the nozzle, do not hold
the tip of the nozzle, but hold the root of the noz-
zle as shown in the figure.
► Fig.9
NOTE: The vario spray nozzle can also be directly
attached to the trigger gun.
Trigger operation
NOTICE:
To avoid mechanical error in the pres-
sure switch, always leave a two-second interval
between trigger operations.
Pull the trigger to eject a water jet. The jet continues as
long as the trigger is squeezed.
The trigger can be locked for safe handling of the trigger
gun. To lock the trigger, pull out the stopper and hook it
to the groove on the grip.
► Fig.10: 1. Trigger 2. Stopper 3. Groove
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
cartridges are removed before carrying out any
work on the machine. Failure to remove all the bat-
tery cartridges may result in serious personal injury
from accidental start-up.
Connecting the high-pressure hose
CAUTION:
Make sure that the high-pressure
hose is securely connected. A loose connection
may blow the high-pressure hose off, resulting in a
personal injury.
Connect the high-pressure hose to the outlet. Turn the
nut on the high-pressure hose clockwise while screwing
it onto the screw thread of the outlet.
► Fig.11: 1. Outlet 2. Nut
Attaching the trigger gun
CAUTION:
Make sure that the high-pressure
hose is securely connected. A loose connection
may blow the high-pressure hose off, resulting in a
personal injury.
Connect the high-pressure hose to the inlet on the
trigger gun. Turn the nut on the high-pressure hose
clockwise while screwing it onto the screw thread on
the inlet.
► Fig.12: 1. Inlet 2. Nut
Connecting to a faucet
CAUTION:
Always use a pressure-resistant
water hose with the following diameters and
connect to the faucet using a proper fittings.
Otherwise, the water hose and/or the fitting may
break and cause personal injury.
• Inner diameter of hose is 14 mm to 15 mm.
• Outer diameter of hose is 20 mm or less.
• Thickness of hose is 2.3 mm or more and less
than 3.0 mm.
NOTICE:
Use a pressure-resistant water hose
as short as possible. The amount of intake water
should be higher than the max feed volume of the
pump.
NOTICE:
If you connect to the mains for drink-
ing water, use a backflow preventer valve which
meets the regulations in your region.
NOTICE:
When connecting to a faucet, the
required water flow rate is 7.0 L/min or more. If the
water flow rate is insufficient, you cannot obtain the
full capability of the machine.
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Always be sure that all the battery