Technical Information; Electrical Safety - Black & Decker PW18 Instruction Manual

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3. Improper use
f Use by unskilled persons or those who have not read
and understood the instructions in the manual
is forbidden.
f The introduction of inflammable, explosive and toxic
liquids into the appliance is prohibited.
f Use of the appliance in a potentially inflammable or
explosive atmosphere is forbidden.
f The use of non-original spare parts and any other
spare parts not specifically intended for the model in
question is prohibited.
Warning! All modifications to the appliance are prohibited.
Any modifications made to the appliance shall render the
Declaration of Conformity null and void and relieve the
manufacturer of all liability under civil and criminal law.
Warning! Inadequate extension cords can be dangerous.
If an extention cord is used, it shall be suitable for outdoor
use, and the connection has to be kept dry and off the ground.
It is recommended that this is accomplished by means of a cord
reel which keeps the socket at least 60mm above the ground.
4. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.

5. Electrical safety

Your tool is double insulated; therefore no earth
wire is required. Always check that the main voltage
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Warning! If the power cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, authorized
Black & Decker Service Center or an equally
qualified person in order to avoid damage or
injury. If the power cord is replaced by an equally
qualified person, but not authorized by Black &
Decker, the warranty will not be valid.
Warning! Always switch off the mains disconnecting
switch when leaving the machine unattended.
6. Labels on tool
The label on your tool may include the following symbols:
Read
instructions
manual
Poisoning
hazard
Injury
hazard
Danger of
Explosion
being beaten
hazard
by objects that
Electric shock
bounce
and short
Use eye
circuit hazard
protection
Short circuit
hazard
Wear proper
clothing
V ........
...... Class II
Construction
A ........
.... Safety Alert
Hz .......
Symbol
Warning! Safety signs. Comply with the instructions
provided by the safety signs ted to the appliance. Check
that they are present and legible; otherwise, replacements
in the original positions.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

ENVISAGED USE
This appliance has been designed for individual use for the
cleaning of vehicles, machines, boats, masonry, etc, to remove
stubborn dirt using clean water and biodegradable chemical
detergents.
Vehicle enginesmay be washed only if the dirty water is
disposed of as per regulations in force.
f Intake water temperature: See data plate on
the appliance.
f Intake water pressure: Below 10 bar.
f Operating ambient temperature: Above 0 °C.
The machine complies with the IEC.
OPERATOR
The symbol on the front cover identifies the appliance's
intended operator (professional or non-professional).
MAIN COMPONENTS (Fig. A)
La máquina se entrega parcialmente desmontada dentro
de un embalaje de cartón.
1. Adjustable spray nozzle
2. Lance
3. Gun with safety catch
4. Power supply cable with plug (on models
with this feature)
5. High pressure hose
6. Detergent tank (On models with this feature)
Accessories (if included in supply package; see Fig. A1).
7. Nozzle cleaning tool
8. Rotating nozzle kit
9. Handle
10. Lubricating grease tube (where supplied)
Caution! Safety devices:
Do not tamper with or adjust the safety valve setting.
f Safety valve and pressure limiting valve:
The safety valve is also a pressure limiting valve.
When the gun trigger is released, the valve opens
and the water recirculates through the pump inlet or is
discharged onto the ground.
f Thermostat valve (where fitted)
If the water temperature exceeds the temperature
Volts W ........ Watts
Amperes min ..... minutes
Hertz ..... Alternating
Current