Contents Symbols ....................4 1 Important safety notes ....................6 2 Description 2.1 Intended use ................6 2.2 Operating elements ..............6 3 Before starting the 3.1 Setting up the pressure washer ..........7 pressure washer 4 Operation and use 4.1 Connections ................7 4.2 Start the pressure washer ............8 4.3 Using detergents ..............9 5 After using the pressure 5.1 Switching off the pressure washer .........10...
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Symbols Before starting This symbol is used up your high- to mark safety pressure washer instructions for the fi rst time, that must be this instruction observed to prevent manual must be damage to the machine and its read through carefully. Save the performance.
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Do not use the high-pressure operations described in the and advice. hose for lifting loads. operating instructions. Use only original Gerni spare Do not continue to use the parts. Do not make any Safety device washer if the quick coupling technical modifi...
2 Description Intended use This high pressure washer has been designed for professional use in - agriculture - transport industry - construction industry etc. Operating elements 1 Start/stop switch 2 Lance 3 Holder for lance 4 Holder for high pressure hose 5 High pressure hose 6 Spray gun 7 Water connection and water...
fi rst time, check it carefully to detect any faults or damage. 2. In the event of any damage contact your Gerni dealer immediately. 3. Check whether the oil level is in the middle of the oil inspection glass.
NOTE! In the case of poor water quality See chapter 8.3 for required (sand, etc.), we recommend quantity of water and water that a fi ne water fi lter is fi tted in pressure. the water inlet. 4.1.3 Fuelling WARNING! Never expose the machine Always shut off the engine to an open fl...
Now the charging + oil light indicators will turn off. If not, stop the machine immediately and contact Gerni service department. 4. The machine can be started by means of the starter rope if the battery has gone fl at.
5 After using the washer Stop the pressure washer Stop the engine. 2. Close the tap. 3. Operate the spray gun until the wasser is depressurized. 4. Lock the safety catch. Switching off POSEIDON DE 1. Stop the washer by moving the throttle lever to STOP position.
3. Clean the nozzle with a stops automatically needle. if the oil level is low. You can 4. Rinse the lance with water start the petrol engine again from the nozzle side. once you have added oil (does not apply to POSEIDON 2-31 PE).
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6.2.3 Checking the oil level 1. Check whether the oil level is in the middle of the oil inspection glass. Top up with oil if necessary (see section 8.3 for type of oil). 6.2.4 Changing the pump/ 1. Before changing the oil, gear oil allow the pressure washer to become warm.
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Repeat aeration. Excess pressure > Engine’s throttle control is • Give less gas/contact Gerni defective (accessory) Service Department. The motor does not start > Low fuel level • Open fuel cock/fi ll with fuel. > Low oil level in engine •...
1. Dismount the ignition plug. nearest dealer. The pressure washer contains valuable materials that should Warranty Your Gerni product is • that the product has not guaranteed for 12 months from been exposed to abuse such date of purchase (purchase as knocks, bumps or frost.
SAE 15 - 40 We reserve the right to make alterations. EC Declaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity High Pressure Washer Product: POSEIDON 2-31 PE POSEIDON 3-36 PE Type: POSEIDON 5-67 PE POSEIDON 5-54 DE 250 bar / 20 MPa...