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ALPHA BOOSTER 3 & 5
IMPORTANT: For your own safety and that of others, please make
certain that everyone who uses the ALPHA BOOSTER high pressure
washer reads and understands these instructions thoroughly prior to
operation.
Owner's manual
US

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  • Page 1 ALPHA BOOSTER 3 & 5 IMPORTANT: For your own safety and that of others, please make certain that everyone who uses the ALPHA BOOSTER high pressure washer reads and understands these instructions thoroughly prior to operation. Owner’s manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Important safety instructions ..................4 2 Description Purpose ................6 Operating elements ..............6 3 Before starting the washer Installation environment ............7 3.1.1 Temperature conditions ..........7 3.1.2 Conditions of distance ..........7 Mounting instructions ............7 Setting up the machine ............8 Connecting the high pressure hose ........8 Connecting the water supply ..........8 Electrical connection ............8 4 Operation...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    1 Important safety instructions Symbols used to mark in- Before using the This symbol is structions high-pressure used to mark washer, be sure safety instruc- to also read the tions that must enclosed operat- be observed to ing instructions prevent damage and keep them within reach at to the machine and its perform- all times.
  • Page 4 yourself or towards other per- Operation Maintenance and repair sons in order to clean clothes or footwear. CAUTION! CAUTION! Unsuitable extension cords Always disconnect the ma- During operation of the washer, can represent a source of chine from the mains plug recoil forces are produced at danger.
  • Page 5: Purpose

    After all repairs or modifications The complete „Accident Pre- Unloader valve to electrical equipment, the vention Regulations for Working protective conductor resistance, with Liquid Spray Jet Devices“ Unacceptably high pressure is the insulation resistance and are available from the Carl Hey- fed back without residual pres- the leakage current must be manns Verlag KG, Luxemburger...
  • Page 6: Installation Environment

    3 Before starting the washer Installation environment The machine should be in- 3.1.1 Temperature conditions stalled in a frost-free room. This applies to pump as well as pipelines incl. of outlet points. Max. 40°C/104°F Concerning outdoor outlet Min. 2°C/36°F points, it should be possible to close and empty that part of the line which is exposed to frost.
  • Page 7: Setting Up The Machine

    Setting up the machine 1. Before using the machine for the first time, check it care- fully to detect any faults or damage. 2. In the event of any damage contact your dealer immedi- ately. 3. Check whether the oil level CAUTION! is between the minimum and Never lift the machine alone...
  • Page 8: Connecting The Spray Lance To The Spray Gun

    4 Operation Connecting the spray 1. Pull the blue quick-release lance to the spray gun grip (A) of the spray gun forwards and lock it by turn- ing it to the left. 2. Insert the nipple of the spray lance (C) into the quick-re- lease connection and turn the blue quick-release grip to the right (B)
  • Page 9: Using Detergents

    Using detergents Detergentscan be drawn in via the injector installed as stand- ard only in low-pressure mode: 1. Dilute detergents according to the manufacturer's instruc- tions. Capacity, see section CAUTION! 9.3 Technical Data. Never allow detergents to dry 2. Tornado lance : on the surface to be cleaned.
  • Page 10: General Information

    5 Applications and methods General information Efficient high pressure cleaning is achieved by following a few gui- delines, combined with your own personal experience of specific cleaning tasks. Accessories and detergents, when correctly cho- sen, can increase the efficiency of your pressure washer. Here is some basic information about cleaning.
  • Page 11: Some Typical Cleaning

    Some typical cleaning tasks 5.2.1 Agriculture Task Accessories Method Stables Foam Injector 1. Soaking – apply foam to all surfaces (bottom to top) Pig Pens, sties Foam lance and wait for approx 30 minutes. Powerspeed lance 2. Remove the dirt from surfaces with the high-pressu- Cleaning of Floor Cleaner re lance or chosen accessory.
  • Page 12: Building & Construction / Industry

    5.2.3 Building & construction / industry Task Accessories Method General sur- Foam injector 1. Apply thick foam over the surfaces to be cleaned. faces Standard lance Apply on dry surface. Apply from top to bottom on Curved lance vertical surfaces. Let the foam act for up to 30 minu- Metallic equip- Tank cleaner tes for the optimal effect.
  • Page 13: Switching Off The Machine

    6 After using the machine Switching off the 1. Turn the main switch to posi- machine tion " 0 ". 2. Close water tap. 3. Squeeze the spray gun handle until the washer is depressurised. 4. Lock the safety catch on the spray gun.
  • Page 14: Checking The Pump Oil Level

    7.2.2 Checking the pump oil 1. Check whether the oil level level is between the minimum and maximum marks. If neces- sary, add oil (see chapter 9.3 for type of oil). 7.2.3 Changing the pump oil 1. Unscrew the oil drain plug (1) on the pump housing and dispose of the old oil in ac- cordance with the disposal...
  • Page 15 8 Troubleshooting Fault Cause Remedy Pressure drop > Air in the system • Vent the system by operating the spray gun several times at short intervals. If necessary, operate the washer for a short time without the high-pressure hose connected. >...
  • Page 16: Recycling The Washer

    9 Further information Recycling the washer If the washer is discarded, The washer contains valuable make it unusable immediately materials that should be recy- cled. Therefore, make use of 1. Unplug the washer and cut your local waste disposal site. the electric cable.
  • Page 18 Fax: +33 3 88 30 05 00 Edifi cio 1, 1° A E-mail: info@nilfi sk-alto.fr P2710-089 Sintra www.nilfi sk-alto.com Tel.: +35 808 200 537 Fax: +35 121 911 2679 GERMANY E-mail: mkt@nilfi sk-advance.es Nilfi sk-ALTO Division of Nilfi sk-Advance AG RUSSIA Guido-Oberdorfer-Strasse 10 Nilfi...

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