NEPTUNE 7 FA Contents Important safety instructions ................4 1.1 For your own safety ....................4 Description ......................6 2.1 Purpose ........................6 2.2 Operating elements ..................... 6 Before starting the cleaner ................. 7 3.1 Transport and assembly....................7 3.2 Combustion settings ....................7 3.3 Set the brake .......................
NEPTUNE 7 FA 1 Important safety instructions For your own safety Prior to using the appliance for the first time, be sure to read this document through. Besides the operating instructions and the binding accident pre- vention regulations valid in the country of use, observe recognised regulations for safety and proper use.
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NEPTUNE 7 FA CAUTION • High pressure jets can be dangerous. Never direct the water jet at persons, pets, electrical equipment or the machine its- elf. • Be aware when cleaning delicate parts made of rubber, fa- bric, etc. with the high pressure cleaner. Keep some distance between high pressure nozzle and surface in order to prevent the surface from damage.
NEPTUNE 7 FA 2 Description Purpose This high-pressure cleaner has been designed for professional use. It can be used for cleaning agricultural and construction equip- ment, stables, vehicles, rusty surfaces, etc. The cleaner has not been approved for cleaning surfaces which comes into contact with food.
NEPTUNE 7 FA 3 Before starting the cleaner Transport and assem- 1. The safest way to lift the machine is to use a fork-lift truck The arrows in the il- lustration indicate the best places to position the fork. 2. It is also possible to lift the machine by hand from the pallet.
NEPTUNE 7 FA Install Crank handle 1. Pull cap of crank in arrow for high pressure direction. hose reel/cord reel 2. Align tabs on crank with slot in axle. 3. Put crank on axle of high pressure hose reel/cord reel.
NEPTUNE 7 FA Antiscale The Antiscale dosing system is set by the factory. To adjust the water hardness we recommend that the inlet water is tested accordingly. Use the schematic to find the right dosage of No Scale/anti stone and water, and add the mixture to the antiscale tank.
NEPTUNE 7 FA 3.9.2 Machines without Connect the high pressure hose high pressure hose quick connector to the high reel pressure nipple located at right rear of machine above chemical tank. 3.10 Connecting the water 1. Attach quick connect supply...
NEPTUNE 7 FA 3.12 Water connection This high pressure washer/cleaner is only allowed to be connected with the drinking watermains, when an appropriate backflow pre- venter has been installed, Type BA according to EN 1717. If the backflow preventer hasn’t been supplied, one can be ordered from your dealer.
NEPTUNE 7 FA 4 Control / Operation Operation Before starting up the cleaner each time, please check it carefully for any defects. Always check for sufficient levels of fuel, oil and AntiScale. Also check the high pressure hose and gun, the insula- tion of the electric cable should be faultless and without any cracks.
NEPTUNE 7 FA NOTE The cleaner switches off automatically twenty seconds after the spray gun has been closed. To start the cleaner again, squeeze the trigger and the machine will start automatically. 4.3.2 Steam operation over safety control block all the 100°C (212°F)
The surface may be damaged. • This machine shall only be used with cleaning chemicals supplied or recommended by GERNI. • This machine will, when a cleaning agent has been chosen, spray out the detergent on high- as well as low-pressure.
NEPTUNE 7 FA 5 Applications and methods Techniques Efficient high pressure cleaning is achieved by following a few guidelines, combined with your own personal experience of spe- cific cleaning tasks. Accessories and detergents, when correctly chosen, can increase the efficiency of your pressure washer. Here is some basic information about cleaning.
NEPTUNE 7 FA Some typical cleaning tasks 5.2.1 Agriculture Task Accessories Method Stables Chemical Foam Injec- 1. Soaking – apply foam to all surfaces (bottom to Pig Pens, Sties tors top) and wait for approx. 30 minutes. Foam lance 2. Remove the dirt from surfaces with the high pres-...
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NEPTUNE 7 FA 5.2.3 Buildings and Equipment Task Accessories Method General surfaces Foam injectors, foam 1. Apply thick foam over the surfaces to be cleaned. lances, standard Apply on dry surfaces. Apply from top to bottom on lances vertical surfaces. Let the foam act for up to 30 min-...
NEPTUNE 7 FA 6 Transport and storage Transport For safe transport in and on vechicles we recommend to prevent the equipment from sliding and tilting by fixing it with belts. Transport: • Do not tilt the machine. • Run the machine to empty the break tank and de pressurise the high pressure hose by squeezing the trigger.
NEPTUNE 7 FA Rolling up the electri- Risk of tripping cal cord and storing To prevent accidents, always accessories carefully roll up the power cord. Machines with hose and cord reel: 1. Wind up the power cord as illustrated with the plug located in the center of the cord reel.
Maintenance guide- To avoid hazards, damaged parts must be replaced either by your lines GERNI dealer, their customer service or a similarly qualified per- son. Ensure that the machine is regularly serviced by authorised GERNI dealers in accordance with the maintenance plan. Failure to do so will invalidate the warranty.
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NEPTUNE 7 FA 7.3.3 Checking the pump 1. Check color of pump oil. oil quality If the oil has a grey or white shade, change the oil. 2. Top off oil level with fresh oil if necessary. Oil type see chapter 9.4 Techni- cal Data.
NEPTUNE 7 FA 8 Troubleshooting Indications on Display Indication Cause Remedy on display > Flow sensor fault Contact Service Cold water operation possible > Water supply turned off or inad- • Required volume fl ow and pressure see equate supply to machine chapter 9.4 Technical Data...
NEPTUNE 7 FA Indication lights on control panel Indication light Cause Remedy > see FLO • see FLO flashing > Low fuel level • Fill fuel tank Cold water operation possible > Low AntiStone (Anti-Scale) • Fill AntiStone (Anti-Scale) tank level >...
NEPTUNE 7 FA 9 Further information Recycling the cleaner Make the old cleaner unusable. Unplug the cleaner and cut the power cord. Do not discard of electrical appliances with household waste. As specified in European Directive 2002/96/EC on old electrical and electronic appliances, used electrical goods must be collected separately and recycled ecologically.