Poseidon 2 Index 1 Safety precautions and warnings ...........62 2 Description ................64 3 Before you start using your pressure washer ......65 4 Operating your pressure washer ..........66 5 Fields of application and working methods ......70 6 After using your pressure washer ...........71 7 Maintenance ................72...
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Poseidon 2 agents or chemicals may Extension cables should com- diameter ½ inch). adversely affect the safety of ply with the below-mentioned Operation by suction (for the appliance. requirements for length and example from a rainwater ves- To ensure the appliance cable dimensions.
Poseidon 2 2 Description 2.1 Application This high-pressure washer has Only use the high-pressure been developed for semiprofes- washer for purposes described sional routine cleaning: in this manual. - Professional craftsman jobs, The safety precautions must be cleaning of vehicles, boat,...
Poseidon 2 3 Before you start using your pressure washer 3.1 Mounting of holders for spray lance Mount the holders for spray lance on the machine. 3.2 Mounting of hose hook Mount the hose hook (14) on (only models without the handle (2 screws).
Poseidon 2 3.4 Mounting of quick 1. Screw the quick coupling coupling tight on to the water inlet (2). Note: The inlet fi lter must al- ways be fi tted in the water inlet pipe to fi lter out major impuri- ties as these will damage the pump valves.
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Poseidon 2 4.2 Mounting of spray 1. Pull the blue quick-release lance grip (A) of the spray gun backwards. 2. Insert the nipple of the spray lance (B) into the quick-re- lease connection and release 3. Pull the spray lance (or other...
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Poseidon 2 4.5 Start and stop of the ma- The spray lance is affected to the surface, which is to be chine (when connected by a thrust during opera- cleaned. to a water supply) tion - therefore always hold it fi...
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Poseidon 2 4.8 Operation with detergents Application of detergents is of detergent (0-5%). NOT possible if an extension 4. Apply the detergent from hose is applied. below and up wards. 1. Fill the container with a de- 5. Let the detergent act for the tergent.
Poseidon 2 5 Fields of application and working methods 5.1 General Effi cient high pressure cleaning is achieved by following a few guidelines, combined with your own personal experience of specifi c cleaning tasks. Accessories and detergents, when correctly cho- sen, can increase the effi...
Poseidon 2 6 After using your pressure washer 6.1 Storing the washer The machine should be sto- 5. Machines without hose reel: red in a frost-free room! Detach high pres sure hose, coil it up and place it on the Pump, hose and accessories hose storage.
Poseidon 2 7 Maintenance Clean the connectors of dust WARNING! Always disconnect the electrical plug from the and sand. Clean the nozzles. socket prior to maintenance or cleaning. To ensure a long and problem Any repair should always be...
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Poseidon 2 8 Trouble-shooting Please ensure that you check the following before contacting the Nilfi sk-ALTO service organization: Symptom Cause Recommended action Machine refuses to start Machine not plugged in Plug in machine. Defective socket Try another socket. Fuse has blown Replace fuse.
Poseidon 2 9 Further information 9.1 Recycling the washer Make the old cleaner unusable cal and electronic appliances, immediately. used electrical goods must be collected separately and 1. Unplug the cleaner and cut recycled ecologically. the electric cable. In case you have any ques-...