Gardena AquaClean 24/18V P4A User manual
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EN Battery Medium Pressure Washer
1. SAFETY ...............................................4
2. ASSEMBLY ............................................5
3. OPERATION............................................6
4. MAINTENANCE .........................................6
5. STORAGE .............................................7
6. TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................7
7. TECHNICAL DATA .......................................7
8. ACCESSORIES .........................................8
9. SERVICE / WARRANTY....................................8
Original instructions.
This product must not be used by children. Children must be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product.
This product may be used by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental abilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they
have been supervised or instructed in the safe use of the product and
understand the hazards involved.
Intended use:
The GARDENA Battery Medium Pressure Washer is intended to clean
floor tiles, garden furniture / tools, bicycles, vehicles, boats and to clean
softly in private domestic gardens and allotments.
The product is not intended for continuous operation.
DANGER! Risk of physical injury!
v Do not use the product for cleaning people, animals or
electrical wiring.
IMPORTANT!
Read the operator’s manual carefully before use and keep for future
reference.
Symbols on the product:
Read operator’s manual.
The product is not suitable for connection to the
drinking water supply system.
For the charger:
Remove plug from the mains immediately if the cable
is damaged or cut.
General safety warnings
Electrical safety
DANGER! Electric shock!
Risk of injury due to electric shock.
v The product must be supplied through a residual current device (RCD)
having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA.
It must be observed that no liquid may be directed directly at electrical devices
and equipment containing electrical components, e.g. the interior of ovens.
Safe operating practices
Due to physical hazards, only the liquid agents specified by the manufacturer may
be applied with the product. No acids, disinfectants and impregnating agents,
aggressive cleaning agents containing solvents, petrol or spray oil may be
applied.
The water temperature must not exceed 45 °C.
When connecting the medium pressure washer to the water supply system, the
country-specific sanitary regulations must be observed to prevent water not of
drinking water quality being drawn back in.
vPlease consult a specialist for sanitary installations.
Always wear approved eye and ear protection.
Wear suitable personal protective equipment (safety gloves).
The maximum permissible pressure when connected to the water pipe is 6 bar.
Take care when opening the spray gun! When using the flat or rotary nozzle,
recoil forces can occur when the spray gun is opened, causing a torque on the
lance.
1. SAFETY
The spray gun can be secured against accidental opening by a lock.
WARNING! Do not use the product within reach of persons unless they are
wearing protective clothing.
WARNING! Risk of explosion! Do not spray flammable liquids.
WARNING! Fittings and couplings are important for product safety. Only use
accessories recommended by GARDENA (fittings and couplings).
WARNING! To ensure product safety, use only original spare parts approved by
GARDENA.
WARNING! Water that has flowed through non-return valves is deemed to be
non-drinkable.
WARNING! Do not use the product if a connecting cable or important parts are
damaged, e. g. safety devices, spray gun, etc.
WARNING! Remove the battery before cleaning, maintenance, when replacing
parts or when the product is converted to another function.
Additional safety warnings
Battery safety
Read all the safety and general instructions.
Failure to observe the safety and general instructions may result in electric shock,
fire and /or serious injury.
Store these instructions in a safe place. Only use the charger if you can fully
evaluate all functions and carry them out without restrictions, or if you have
received corresponding instructions.
v Supervise children during use, cleaning and maintenance.
This will ensure that children do not play with the charger.
v Charge only lithium-ion batteries of the POWER FOR ALL system type
PBA 18V with a capacity of 1.5 Ah or more (5 battery cells or more).
The battery voltage must match the battery charging voltage of the
charger. Do not charge any nonrechargeable batteries.
Otherwise there is a risk of fire and explosion.
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Do not expose the charger to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
v Keep the charger clean. Dirt poses a risk of electric shock.
v Always check the charger, cable and plug before use. Stop using the
charger if you discover any damage. Do not open the charger yourself,
and have it repaired only by a qualified specialist using only original
replacement parts.
Damaged chargers, cables and plugs increase the risk of electric shock.
v Do not operate the charger on an easily ignited surface (e. g. paper,
textiles, etc.) or in a flammable environment.
There is a risk of fire due to the charger heating up during operation.
vIn order to avoid safety hazards, if the power supply cord needs to be
replaced, this must be done by GARDENA or by a customer service centre
that is authorised to repair GARDENA power tools.
v Do not operate the product while it is charging.
Products sold in GB only: Your product is fitted with an BS 1363/A approved
electric plug with internal fuse (ASTA approved to BS 1362). If the plug is not
suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted
in its place by an authorised customer service agent. The replacement plug
should have the same fuse rating as the original plug. The severed plug must be
disposed of to avoid a possible shock hazard and should never be inserted into
a mains socket elsewhere.
v These safety warnings apply only for lithium-ion batteries of the
POWER FOR ALL system PBA 18V.
v Only use the battery with products of the POWER FOR ALL system
manufacturers. This is the only way in which you can protect the battery
against dangerous overload.
v Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer.
A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery pack.
v The battery is supplied partially charged.
To ensure full battery capacity, fully charge the battery in the charger before
using your power tool for the first time.
v Keep battery packs out of the reach of children.
v Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuiting.
v In case of damage and improper use of the battery, vapours may be
emitted. The battery can set alight or explode.
Ensure the area is well ventilated and seek medical attention should you expe-
rience any adverse effects. The vapours may irritate the respiratory system.
v If used incorrectly or if the battery is damaged, flammable liquid may
be ejected from the battery. Contact with this liquid should be avoid-
ed. If contact accidentally occurs, rinse off with water. If the liquid
comes into contact with your eyes, seek additional medical attention.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
v If the battery is damaged liquid can be ejected and cover nearby sur-
faces. Check affected parts.
Clean these parts or change them if necessary.
v Do not short-circuit the battery pack. When the battery pack is not in
use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a con-
nection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
v The battery can be damaged by pointed objects such as nails or
screwdrivers or by force applied externally. An internal short circuit may
occur, causing the battery to burn, smoke, explode or overheat.
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v Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should
only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.
v Protect the battery against heat, e. g. against continuous intense
sunlight, fire, dirt, water and moisture.
There is a risk of explosion and short-circuiting.
v Only operate and store the battery at an ambient temperature
between – 20 °C and +50 °C.
Do not leave the battery in your car in the summer, for example.
At temperatures of < 0 °C some devices may experience a loss of power.
v Only charge the battery at an ambient temperature which is between
0°C and + 45 °C.
Charging outside of this temperature range can increase the risk of damage to
the battery and pose a fire hazard.
Electrical safety
DANGER! Cardiac arrest!
This product makes an electromagnetic field while it operates. This field
may under some conditions interfere with active or passive medical
implants. To decrease the risk of conditions that can possibly injure or
kill, we recommend persons with medical implants to speak with their
physician and the medical implant manufacturer before you operate the
product.
Disconnect the battery in case of emergency.
The washer cannot be used with older batteries (product name PBA 18V..-V.)
Protect the battery contacts from moisture.
Personal safety
DANGER! Risk of suffocation!
Small parts can be easily swallowed. There is also a risk that the polybag
can suffocate toddlers. Keep toddlers away when you assemble the
product.
Check the product before usage.
Do not use a damaged product especially if there are cracks on the housing.
Do not immerse the product.
Operate the machine only in daylight or in good artificial light
DANGER! Personal injury and damage to the product!
vLet the pressure out of the system before disconnecting the water
hose.
Always wear eye protection.
No using in wet condition. Not using in rain.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the product is in a safe working
condition.
Do not disassemble the product further than the delivery status.
Warning! When wearing hearing protection, and due to the noise produced
by the product, the operator may not notice persons approaching.
While operation and transport pay special attention to the hazard for other
people.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating
apower tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
Only use the product with clear water. Do not add any additives to the water.
Impurities in the water can damage the pump and accessories.
Do not use or store the product in frost.
Aim the cleaner away from yourself and others.
2. ASSEMBLY
DANGER! Risk of injury!
Eye injury and personal injury caused by the water jet.
vRemove the battery before you assemble the product.
To assemble the attachments and the suction hose
[Fig. A1 / A2 / A3 ]:
DANGER!
vThe product may only be used when the suction hose and the
spray lance are completely assembled.
The following spray lances are in the scope of delivery:
–Short spray lance (ca. 6 cm)
– Long spray lance (ca. 35 cm)
The following attachments are in the scope of delivery:
– 0° nozzle
– 15° nozzle
– 40° nozzle
– Detergent tank (Premium Set)
The following attachments are available as accessories:
–GARDENA Rotating Nozzle AquaClean Li Art. 9345
1. Push the desired spray lance 1into the lance holder 2and turn it
clockwise until the connection engages noticeably (bayonet lock).
2. Pull the ring 3of the quick coupling backwards, push the desired
attachment 4on the spray lance 1and release the ring 3again.
The coupling is fully engaged when the ring is again at the front
(the silver retaining spring and the silver balls are no longer visible).
3. Turn the attachment 4for the desired spraying angle.
The two unused nozzles 4can be placed on the holders 5.
4. Connect the suction hose 6to the connection 7.
To assemble the detergent tank (Premium Set) [ Fig. A4 ]:
For cleaning with detergent, the detergent tank can be attached to the
front of the short lance 1.
1. Fill the detergent container 8with detergent.
2. Pull the ring 3of the quick coupling backwards, place the detergent
tank 8on the short spray lance 1and release the ring 3again.
The coupling is fully engaged when the ring is again at the front
(the silver retaining spring and the silver balls are no longer visible).
3. Dose the amount of detergent with the dosing wheel 9.
To provide the water supply:
You can enable the water supply via the water bag (Premium Set),
via a water tank (pond, rain barrel, etc.) or via a water tap.
Water supply via the water bag (Premium Set) [ Fig. A5 ]:
1. Carry the full water bag by the handle and place it on a firm surface
when in use.
2. Unscrew the cap 0.
3. Fill the water bag qwith clear tap water.
4. Remove the suction filter w.
5. Move the float ball eupwards.
6. Immerse the suction hose 6in the water bag q.
7. Attach the hose 6to the water bag q.with the plastic clip r.
The hose 6must be completely immersed in the water.
Water supply via a water tank [ Fig. A6 ]:
1. Immerse the suction filter wof the suction hose 6in the water tank.
The suction filter wmust be completely immersed in the water.
2. Move the float ball ein such a way that the suction filter wdoes not
touch the ground.
This prevents the suction filter from clogging.
3. Attach the hose 6to the water tank with the plastic clip r.
Note:
When water is supplied via a water tank, the suction filter wmust be
used.
Only clear fresh water may be used.
Water supply via a water tap [ Fig. A7 ]:
The washer is leak-proof up to 1.0 MPa (10.0 bar) water inlet pressure.
For an optimal cleaning result 0.6 MPa (6.0 bar) water inlet pressure must
not be exceeded.
1. Connect the enclosed suction hose 6to a water tap t.
2. Open the water tap.
Alternatively, a garden hose can also be connected.
CAUTION!
vClose the water tap and disconnect the washer from the tap
after cleaning.
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3. OPERATION
DANGER! Risk of injury!
Eye injury and personal injury caused by the water jet.
vRemove the battery before you adjust or transport the product.
To charge the battery [ Fig. O1 / O2 / O3 ]:
CAUTION!
vNote the mains voltage! The voltage of the power source must
match the voltage specified on the rating plate of the charger.
Thanks to the intelligent charging process, the charge condition of the
battery is automatically detected and then charged up with the optimal
charge current depending on battery temperature and voltage.
In this way, the battery is treated with care and remains permanently fully
charged when it is stored in the charger.
1. Push the locking button >and remove the battery Yfrom the battery
holder C.
2. Remove the battery Yfrom its protective cover M.
3. Connect the battery charger Xinto a mains socket.
4. Slide the battery charger Xonto the battery Y.
When the battery charge indicator åat the charger flashes green
the battery is being charged.
When the battery charge indicator åat the charger illuminates
permanently green the battery is completely charged
(Charging time, see 7. TECHNICAL DATA).
5. Examine the charge status regularly while you charge.
6. When the battery Yis completely charged, you can disconnect the
battery Yfrom the charger X.
Meaning of the indication elements:
Indication on the charger [ Fig. O3 ]:
Flashing of the battery
charge Indicator å
The charging procedure is indicated by flashing of the battery charge
indicator å.
Note: The charging procedure is only possible when the battery
temperature is within the allowable charging temperature range,
see 7. TECHNICAL DATA.
Continuous lighting
of the battery
charge indicator å
Continuous lighting of the battery charge indicator åindicates that
the battery is fully charged or that the temperature of the battery is
not within the allowable charging temperature range and can therefore
not be charged.
When the battery is not inserted, continuous lighting of the battery
charge indicator åindicates that the mains plug is inserted in the
socket outlet and that the battery charger is ready for operation.
Battery charge status indication Non the product [ Fig. O4 / O6 ]:
After starting the product, the battery charge status indication N
is displayed for 5 seconds.
Battery charge status Battery charge status indication
67 – 100 % charged «, ∑and €illuminate green
34 – 66 % charged «and ∑illuminate green
11 – 33 % charged «illuminates green
0 – 10 % charged «flashes green
If the LED «flashes green, the battery must be charged.
If the error LED çis illuminated or flashing, see 6. TROUBLESHOOTING.
Control panel [ Fig. O5 ]:
Soft Clean Mode:
The soft-clean mode reduces the spray pressure for cleaning sensitive
surfaces. It also extends the battery life.
There are 3 different operating modes:
Soft Clean-Mode high (24 bar) ‚does not illuminate
Soft-Clean-Mode soft (14 bar) ‚is flashing
Soft-Clean-Mode ultra soft (9 bar) ‚illuminates
The specified pressure values may vary depending on the inlet
pressure.
vPush the Soft Clean button von the control panel repeatedly until
the desired mode is displayed.
To start the washer [ Fig. O1 /O6 ]:
DANGER! Risk of injury!
Risk of injury if the product does not stop when you
release the start lever.
vDo not bypass the safety devices or switches. For example
do not attach the start lever to the handle.
To start:
The product is provided with a safety device (start lever with start-
ing lockout) to prevent the product from being turned on by acci-
dent.
The washer may only be used with a battery when the protective
cover Mhas been slid onto the battery.
1. Pull the protective cover Mover the battery Y.
2. Put the battery Yinto the battery holder Cuntil it audibly engages.
3. Push the starting lockout -on the left side and pull the start lever z.
The washer starts and the battery charge status indication Nis
displayed for 5 seconds.
4. Release the starting lockout -again.
The washer continues to run without having to push the starting lock-
out.
To stop:
1. Release the start lever z.
The washer stops.
2. Close the water supply (e.g. water tap).
3. Pull the start lever zto depressurize the system.
4. Disconnect the suction hose from the washer.
5. Push the locking button >and remove the battery Yfrom the battery
holder C.
Use in suction mode:
1. Push the starting lockout -on the left side and pull the
start lever z.
2. Switch off the Soft-Clean mode during priming
(LED ‚is not illuminated).
3. Prime at a low height (approx. 0 to 1 m).
4. Wait until water is pumped and full pressure is reached.
5. Then move to your working position.
It can take up to 30 seconds (at higher suction heights) until the
water is delivered in suction mode. The maximum suction height
is 2 m.
4. MAINTENANCE
DANGER! Risk of injury!
Eye injury and personal injury caused by the water jet.
vRemove the battery before you maintain the product.
To clean the washer [ Fig. M1 ]:
DANGER! Risk of injury!
Risk of injury and risk of damage to the product.
vDo not clean the product with water or with a water jet
(in particular high-pressure water jet).
vDo not clean with chemicals including petrol or solvents.
Some can destroy critical plastic parts.
The airflow slots must always be clean.
1. Clean the airflow slots uwith a soft brush (do not use a screwdriver).
2. Clean all movable parts after each operation. Especially remove any
dirt from the connections.
3. Unscrew the connection 7(if necessary using a spanner with spanner
size 17).
4. Remove the device filter ifrom the connection 7and clean the filter
under running water.
5. Remove the spray lance 1and rinse the spray lance 1with clear
water.
6. Remove the suction filter wand clean the suction filter w.
7. Screw the connection 7hand-tight into the washer.
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