Nilfisk-Advance SelectSpray 1500E 56011781 Instructions For Use Manual

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14 Nilfisk-Advance Select Spray 1500E Operator's ManualSTART-UP:1. Refer to the "Safety Precautions" pgs. 4-7 before starting the unit.2. Locate the Safety Decals on your unit and heed their warnings. (2,6,7,8,9)3. With the gun locked in the "OFF" position, point the trigger gun away fromyourself or anyone else. Ensure water supply is turned completely on.4. Disengage the safety lock-off on the gun and squeeze the trigger. Lowpressure water will begin flowing from the nozzle. Before starting the unit, braceyourself as the gun will kick-back from the high pressure created by the pumponce the unit has started.5. Move the On/Off Switch to the "ON" position. This switch includes a circuitbreaker for protection of the motor. In case of excess load, the circuit breakerwill automatically move the switch to the "OFF" position. To restart, move theOn/Off Switch to the "ON" position again.6. Once the unit is turned on, perform the following procedures with the gun open:a. Inspect for system water leaks and oil leaks.If an oil leak is found, TURN UNIT OFF IMMEDIATELY!Be sure that all damaged parts are replaced and that themechanical problems are corrected prior to operation of the unit.If you require service, contact Nilfisk-Advance Customer Service.b. Inspect high pressure hose for kinking cuts and leaks.If a cut or leak is found, DO NOT TOUCH HOSE AT CUT ORLEAK!!! TURN UNIT OFF IMMEDIATELY!Replace hose before re-starting the unit. See "MiscellaneousSafety Precautions #6, pg. 6. Be sure that all damaged parts arereplaced and that the mechanical problems are corrected prior tooperation of the unit. If you require service, contact Nilfisk-Advance Service.c. Inspect electrical cord for cuts.If a cut is found, DO NOT TOUCH OR USE ELECTRICAL CORD!Replace cord before starting the unit.7. Trigger the gun several times and try adjusting the spray pattern. Be certainto LOCK the trigger gun in the "OFF" position whenever moving the adjustablenozzle. NEVER look directly into the nozzle! High pressure water creates arisk of severe injury!8. Because your pressure washer delivers a high pressure spray and a varietyof spray patterns, there are many cleaning jobs that can be done without theuse of detergents. If a cleaning agent is required, see "Cleaning WithDetergents" pg. 15 for the correct procedures.CAUTIONRISK OF DAMAGE.DO NOT ALLOW SPRAYPATTERN TO REMAIN ON A FIXEDAREA FOR AN EXTENDED PERIODOF TIME. POSSIBLE DAMAGEMAY OCCUR TO THE AREA.RISK OF INJECTION CAUSINGSEVERE INJURY!KEEP CLEAR OF NOZZLE! NEVERPLACE HAND OR FINGERS INFRONT OF NOZZLE!DO NOT DIRECT DISCHARGESTREAM AT PEOPLE OR PETS!BE CERTAIN THE ADJUSTABLENOZZLE ASSY. IS SECURELYCONNECTED TO THE WAND TOPREVENT AN ACCIDENTALDISCHARGE!OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSPRIMING THE PUMP:1. It is essential to prime the pump on initial start-up and each time the watersupply is disconnected from the unit after initial use.2. Lay the high pressure hose out to remove any loops. Water flow will constrictthe hose, creating tight loops if the hose is not straight.3. Securely connect the gun assembly to the high pressure hose.NOTE: The nozzle assembly should NOT be connected to the gun assembly atthis time. (See Nozzle Connection" pg. 11)4. With the trigger gun locked in the "OFF" position, turn the water supplycompletely on. Pointing the gun in a safe direction, unlock the trigger gun andsqueeze the trigger.5. Low pressure water will begin flowing from the hose/gun assembly. This allowsthe unit to prime and purge any air from the system. The unit is primed whenwater flow is uninterrupted by air.6. Once the unit is primed, release the trigger and lock the gun in the "OFF"position. Securely connect the nozzle assy. (See "Nozzle Connection"pg. 11)WARNING