Kerrick I 1308A M Installation manual

Mod. I 1308A M - D 1309P M - D 1310P4 M
D 1713P T - D 1713P4 T
ARGON #HR1309
HOT WATER PRESSURE CLEANER
SAFETY AND OPERATING
MANUAL
Read Safety & Operating Instructions
Before Commencing Operation

Safety & Operating Manual
Hot Electric Water Blasters
THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE READ AND ADHERED TO
BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE.
SAFETY MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES
Failure to do so may result in injury to the operator, nearby persons, or damage to property,
or this machine.
This machine can cause severe injury if the water jet is pointed at any part of the body.
Keep feet, hands, clothing and any part of the body out of the pressure jet.
ALWAYS wear protective goggles and suitable protective clothing when operating
appliance. Non-slip rubber footwear must be worn when operating the machine.
If the machine fails to operate, turn off and call an authorised service person. DO NOT
attempt to fix or repair the unit.
DO NOT let the pressure cleaner get wet. DO NOT point the water jet at the pressure
cleaner.
NEVER let electric motor switch or electrical cord get wet. USE AN EARTH LEAKAGE
DEVICE
Check machine is well ventilated.
NEVER use PETROL with this machine as it may cause an explosion. The Hot Water
coil uses DIESEL to heat it.
Store diesel in a safe place and never SMOKE when decanting fuel into the machine or
when operating it.
NEVER run the machine without water in the pump.
Check tap water connections are tight and that there are no leaks from the machine.
DO NOT work the machine for more than 1 to 2 minutes with gun in CLOSED position.
After switching machine 'OFF', point lance in a safe direction and press trigger on gun
handle to release any built-up pressure before moving or working on this unit.
Protect machine from weather. DO NOT leave out in rain or freezing conditions. DO
NOT use if water pipes have frozen or if temperatures fall below zero, without taking
special precautions.
Putting acids, solvents or highly corrosive materials through pump will result in pump
damage.
SET UP PROCEDURES
CHECK CLEANER FOR DAMAGE CAUSED BY TRANSPORTATION, IMMEDIATELY
AFTER UNPACKING. IF DAMAGE IS FOUND CONTACT SUPPLIER IMMEDIATELY.

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Water circuit connection. Electrical connection.
TRANSLATION OF ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
The text has been carefully checked, however any misprints should be notied to the manufacturer.
The manufacturer also reserves the right to alter and update this publication without prior notice for the sake of
product improvement.
All reproductions of this manual, in whole or in part, are forbidden without the manufacturer's authorization.
Continue reading this manual without connecting the cleaner to the power mains and the water supply.
PREPARING THE CLEANER
for buying this cleaner. You have shown that you do not accept compromises: you want the best.
We have prepared this manual to enable to fully appreciate the qualities and high performance that this cleaner can offer you.
Please read it completely before using the machine.
The CE mark on your cleaner shows that it has been constructed in compliance with the European Standards on safety.
We can also offer you a wide range of cleaning machines such as:
VACUUM CLEANERS, FLOOR CLEANERS, FLOOR SWEEPERS and a complete range of ACCESSORIES, CHEMICALS
and DETERGENTS suitable for cleaning all kinds of surfaces.
Ask your Dealer for the complete catalogue of our products.
Congratulations! We wish to thank you
Fitting the lance.
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SWITCHING OF THE PUMP
MOTOR.
LIGHTING THE BURNER.
FUEL (DIESEL).
CHEMICHALS
(DETERGENT).
DO NOT FEED WITH
DRINKING WATER.
USE AN EN 12729 TYPE BA
SYSTEM SEPARATOR.
DO NOT DIRECT THE JET
AGAINST PEOPLE, ANI-
MALS, POWER SOCKETS
OR THE MACHINE IT SELF.
ATTENTION: RISK OF BUR-
NS.
ATTENTION: RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK.
EARTH.
WATER INPUT.
WATER OUTPUT.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR
THE USE OF HIGH PRESSURE
CLEANERS
Warning
-The electricconnectionmust be performed
by qualied technicians who are  able to
work in observance of the governing rules
(incompliance withtheprovisionsofthe IEC
60364-1standard)andofthemanufacturer’s
instructions.
A wrong electric connection may cause
damage to persons, animals or things, and
the manufacturer cannot be considered
responsible for these.
- The H.P. cleaners with power lower than 3
kW are equipped with a plug for connection
to the electric supply.
In this case please check if the electric
power system and the electric sockets are
compatible with the max. power of the ap-
pliance indicated on the plate. (kW). In case
ofdoubt,pleaseapplytoqualiedpersonnel.
Ifthesocket and the plugofthe machine are
not compatible, have the plug replaced with
asuitabletypebyqualiedpersonnel.
- Before connecting the machine make sure
that the data indicated on the plate corre-
spond to those of the electric supply.
- Do not use extensions to power the high
pressure washer.
If you use an extension, the plug and socket
must be watertight. Unsuitable extensions
may be dangerous.
- The electric safety of this machine may be
assuredonlywhenitisproperlyconnectedto
anefcientgroundingsysteminaccordance
withthegoverninglawsforelectricsafety.(In
compliance with the provisions of the IEC
60364-1 standard)
CLASSIFICATION
The user must observe the conditions of use of the applian-
ce prescribed by the Rules, and particularly he must respect
thefollowingclassication:
As for the protection against electric shock, the H.P.cleaner
belongs to CLASS I.
The H.P. cleaner is factory set and all its safety devices are
sealed. It is forbidden to alter their adjustment values.
In the Hot water cleaner the water is heated by a burner feed
with Diesel fuel.
The H.P. cleaner must be always used  on a rm  and at
ground, furthermore it must not be moved while it is working or
connected to the electric supply.
Failure to observe this prescription may cause danger for the
user.
The H.P. cleaner must not be used in the presence of corrosive
or potentially explosive atmospheres. (vapours or gas)
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CLASSIFICATION OF RISKS:
Danger
Identiesanimminentriskwhichcouldleadtoseriousorfatal
injury.
Warning
Identiesarisksituationwhichcouldleadtoseriousinjury.
Information
Identiesarisksituation which could leadtominorinjuryor
damage to things.
PREFACE
Warning
You must read this manual before installing, starting up and
using the high pressure washer.
This manual is an integral part of the product.
Read the warnings and instructions contained in the manual
carefully as they provide important information on USER SA-
FETY and MAINTENANCE, paying particular attention to the
general safety regulations.
KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
Warning
Those operating and servicing the high pressure washer must
be aware of the contents of this manual.
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or lacking experience and knowledge.
Operators must be made aware of the
instructions for using the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children must be supervised to ensure they
do not play with the high pressure washer.
-Useonlyoriginalaccessoriesthatcanallow
safe working of the appliance.
-Theexiblehoseconnectingthelanceto
the H.P. cleaner must not be damaged.
In case of damage, replace it immediately.
The hose must be marked with the admis-
sible pressure value, production date and
manufacturer’s name.
- Hoses, connections and ttings for high
pressure systems are very important to
guarantee the safety of the H.P. cleaner.
Useonlyoriginal spare partswhichhave the
manufacturer’s approval.
- Do not use the H.P. cleaner when persons
oranimalsareinitsofactioneld.
-Highpressure jets maybedangerousif not
properly used.
The jet must never be directed at persons
or animals, electric appliances or at the
appliance itself.
- The high pressure water jet causes a re-
action power on the lance. Hold the lance
grip vigorously.
- The use of the H.P. cleaner must be con-
sidered according to the kind of washing
which must be performed.
Protect yourself against the ejection of solid
-Itisnecessarytocheckthisessentialsafety
requisite. In case of doubt, ask for accurate
control of the power system by qualied
personnel.
The manufacturer may not be considered
responsible for damages occurred because
of the lack of the grounding system.
- The H.P. cleaner must be connected to the
electric supply by means of an omnipolar
switch with opening contacts of at least 3
mm. This switch must have electric features
which are consistent with the appliance.
(This requisite does not apply to H.P. cle-
aners with plug and electric power lower
than 3 kW).
It is recommended that the electric supply
to this machine should include a residual
current device that will interrupt the supply
if the leakage current to earth exceeds 30
mA for 30 ms or a device that will prove the
earth circuit.
- The appliance is disconnected from the
electric supply only by pulling out the plug or
switching off the omnipolar switch.
- Failure to respect the above absolves the
manufacturer of all liability and represents
negligent use of the product.
Thewatercleanerisconsideredasaxed
device.
- Water cleaners with the “Total Stop” device
should be considered as off when the omni-
polar switch is in the “O” position or the plug
is unplugged from the socket.
- The appliance must be attended during
operation.
- The high pressure washer is not intended
for use by children, adolescents or persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental
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materialsor corrosivesubstancesby means
of adequate protective clothing.
- The use of the H.P. cleaner must be con-
sidered according to the place where the
washing is performed (for example: food
plants, pharmaceutical plants, etc.)
Pertinent rules and safety conditions must
be followed.
-Donotdirectwaterjets atyourownorother
people’s body in order to clean clothes or
shoes.
-Whileworkingitisforbidden,tostopthetrig-
ger (lever) of the lance in delivery position.
- In the hot water H.P. cleaners a Diesel fuel
burner is used for water heating. The use
of other fuels is dangerous.
- Before starting any cleaning or maintenan-
ce operation, disconnect the machine from
the electric and water supply networks.
- Periodically, at least once a year, have the
safetydevicescheckedbyoneofourservice
centres.
- The machine is for outdoor use. If the ap-
pliance is to be used in an enclosed space
(not advisable),installauegasextraction
systemandguarantee adequate ventilation.
- Do not clog the openings or the ventilation
grilles and the heat and smoke extraction
systems in the hot water cleaners.
- Do not use the machine if the supply cable
is damaged.
For the replacement of the damaged cable
apply exclusively to one of our technical
service centres.
The supply cable of this appliance must not
be replaced by the user.
- The electric power cable must never be
under mechanical tension and must be pro-
tected against accidental crushing.
- The use of any electric appliance requires
the respect of some basic rules:
• Do not touch the appliance with wet or
damp hands or feet.
• Do not use the appliance bare-footed or
with unsuitable clothing.
• Donotpullthesupplycableortheapplian-
ce itself in order to disconnect the plug from
the electric supply.
(For water cleaners rated at less than 3 kW
ttedwithplug).
- In case of damage or malfunction, switch
off the appliance (disconnecting it from the
water main and from the electricity main via
the omnipolar switch or by unplugging the
plug in the case of water cleaners rated at
less than 3 kW) without tampering with it.
- In the event of accidents, seek medical
advice or emergency treatment.
As for the protection against electric shock,
the H.P.cleaner belongs to CLASS I.
Apply to one of our technical service
centres.
Failure to observe the above warning
frees the manufacturer from all respon-
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PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS
UNPACKING
After unpacking, ensure that the cleaner is undamaged.
If in doubt, do not use the machine.
Contact your dealer.
Packaging(bags,boxes,nails,etc)ispotentiallydangerousand
should be kept out of reach of children. It should be disposed of
or retained in respect of national environmental legislation.
FITTING THE SEPARATE PARTS OF THE MACHINE
Allthefundamental partsand safetydevices ofthe machineare
assembled by the manufacturer.
For reasons of packing and transport, some secondary cleaner
parts are supplied separately.
Theusermusttthesepartsasexplainedintheinstructions
supplied in each assembly kit.
DATA PLATE:
Thedataplatebearingthemaintechnicalcharacteristicsofyour
cleaner is located on the trolley and is always visible.
When buying your cleaner, ensure that it has an
identication plate. If there is no plate, inform the manu-
facturer and/or the dealer immediately. Machines without
a plate must not be used and the manufacturer declines all
responsibility for them. Products without a plate must be
considered anonymous and potentially dangerous.
INTENDED USE
This appliance is intended exclusively for cleaning machines,
vehicles, buildings and general surfaces suitable for treatment
with a high pressure jet of detergent solution between 25 and
250 bar (360 - 3600 PSI).
This appliance has been designed for use with the detergents
supplied or recommended by the manufacturer. The use of
otherdetergentsorchemicalsmayinuencethesafetyofthe
appliance.
This appliance must be used only for the purpose for which it
wasspecicallydesigned.
All other uses are to be considered incorrect and therefore
unreasonable.
Examples of unreasonable use:
- Washing surfaces not suitable for cleaning with a high
pressure jet.
- Washingpeople, animals,electric equipmentorthe machi-
ne itself.
- Using unsuitable detergents or chemicals.
- Blocking the trigger (lever) of the lance in delivery posi-
tion.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage
dueto improper,incorrect or unreasonableuse.Asfar assafety
rules are concerned, the cleaners are manufactured according
to the European Standard.
FIG. 1
Warning
Do not use different fuel from that indicated on the iden-
tication plate.
Check the fuel level from time to time while the cleaner
is operating.
Attempting to use the cleaner without fuel may cause
damage to the fuel pump.
FILLING THE FUEL TANK
Fillthe tankwith fuelfor Diesel
motors(g.1).
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FIG. 2
FILLING THE DETERGENT
TANK
Warning
From the range of recommen-
ded products, choose the one
mostsuited tothe washing job
tobedone(g.2)anddilute
it with water according to the
instructions on the pack.
Fill the detergent tank with the
dilutedproduct(g.3).
Ask your dealer for the cata-
logue of the detergents that
can be used depending on
the type of washing job to be
done and the type of surface
to be treated.
After using a detergent, the
detergent intake circuit must
be flushed out with clean
water.
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Danger
The cleaner must operate with clean water. Dirty or sandy
water, corrosive chemicals and solvents can cause severe
damage to the cleaner.
Danger
Never suck up liquids containing solvents or acids in the pure
state,forexamplepetrol,paintsolventsordiesel.Thespraymist
fromthelanceishighlyinammable,explosiveandpoisonous.
Failure to respect the above absolves the manufacturer
of all liability and represents negligent use of the product.
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Respect the instructions provided by the water utility
company.
Current regulations specify that the appliance may not be con-
nected to the drinking water supply unless a suitable system
separatoristted.
Use a suitable EN 12729 type BA system separator.
Water passing through a system separator is no longer classi-
edasdrinkingwater.
Warning
Do not connect the machine to a drinking water container.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
The water cleaner must be connected to a mains electricity
supply conforming to current legislation and standards.
Ensure that the mains voltage available is the same as the vol-
tage at which the cleaner is supposed to work; this is indicated
ontheidenticationplate.
Danger
-Theelectriccable mustbe protectedfrom accidentalcrushing.
- Do not use the machine if the supply cable is damaged.
- The use of any electric appliance requires the respect of
some basic rules:
•Donottouchtheappliancewithwetordamphandsorfeet.
•Do not use the appliance bare-footed or with unsuitable
clothing.
•  D o  n o t  p u l l  t h e  s u p p l y  c a b l e  o r  t h e  a p p l i a n c e  i t s e l f  i n  o r d e r
to disconnect the plug from the electric supply.
(Forwatercleanersratedatlessthan3kWttedwithplug).
As for the protection against electric shock, the H.P.cleaner
belongs to CLASS I.
Failure to observe the above warning frees the manufac-
turer from all responsibility and constitutes negligent use
of the product.
COMMAND AND CONTROL DEVICES
Warning
Before connecting the machine to the water supply and to the
powermains, it is essentialto know the function ofthe cleaner's
command and control devices.
SAFETY DEVICES
The safety devices protect the user and the appliance. They
must not be tampered with or used for other than their desi-
gnated purpose.
Safety valve: protects the high pressure hydraulic circuit in
the event of a by-pass valve malfunction or if the hydraulic
circuit is blocked.
The safety valve is calibrated by the Manufacturer and sealed.
FIG. 6
FIG. 5
Operations involving the safe-
tyvalve must be performed by
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Safety device on lance
handgrip: Prevents the trig-
geronthehandgripfrombeing
operated accidentally.
Thermal cutout: stops the
high pressure washer if the
electric motor overheats.
WATER CIRCUIT CONNEC-
TION
Connect the feed hose to the
mains(g.5A)andtotheho-
setailonthecleaner(g.5B).
Check that the pressure and
quantity of the water supplied
bythemainsaresufcientfor
the cleaner to work properly:
200to800kPa(29to116PSI).
Maximum temperature of
feeding water 50°C (122°F).
Connect the high pressure
hose to the cleaner (g. 5C)
andtothelance(g.6).
FIG. 4
TRANSPORTING
To move the machine, di-
sconnect it from the mains
electricity and water supplies,
release the parking brake on
the side of the machine and
push it by the handle.
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FIG. 9
USING THE ACCESSORIES.
Thehighpressurewasherhasanozzlewithaatanglejetfor
cleaning large surfaces.
ROTARY HEAD (optional accessory)
Thehighpressurewashercanbettedwithaheadwithrotary
nozzle to clean the most stubborn dirt.
Danger:
Aim the jet from a certain distance to avoid damage caused by
the high pressure.
Do not aim the jet at people, animals or electrical sockets.
STOPPING THE CLEANER
1) Switch off the burner by turning the pressure regulator to
pos. "0"(g.7B).
2)Letthecleanerrunwithcoldwateronly foratleast30seconds
to cool down the boiler.
3) Stop the cleaner by turning the selector switch to pos. "0"
(g.7A).
4) Discharge the pressure from the H.P. hose by pressing the
trigger on the gun.
5) Disconnect the water cleaner from the mains electricity
supply via the Solenoid switch or by unplugging the plug from
the socket.
6)Turnoffthewatersupplytap(g.5A).
Warning
- If the water cleaner is left, even temporarily, turn it off by using
the Solenoid switch or by unplugging the plug from the socket.
- Water cleaners with the "Total Stop” device should be consid-
ered as off when the Solenoid switch is in the “O” position or
the plug is unplugged from the socket.
- When the water cleaner is not used, close the safety device
onthehandle.(g.9).
- Dry use of the water cleaner causes serious damage to pump
gaskets.
FIG. 7
FIG. 8
USING
THE CLEANER
CONTROL PANEL
A- On/off switch
B- Temperature regulator
STARTING THE CLEANER
1)Turnonthewatersupplytap(g.5A).
2) Connect the water cleaner to the mains electricity supply by
plugging the plug into the socket.
3) Start the cleaner by turning the selector switch to pos. I
(g.7A).
Warning
The high pressure water jet generates a reaction force in the
lance.Keeparmgriponthelancehandle.
4) Press the trigger on the gun and begin washing.
5) To operate the water cleaner with hot water, turn the tempe-
ratureregulator to the recommendedwashing values.(g.7B).
Warning
In water cleaners with the “Total Stop” system, the motor starts
and stops when the lever on the lance handle is actioned or
released.
Danger
Do not block the handle lever in the delivery position.
IMPORTANT!
To eliminate any impurities
or air bubbles from the wa-
ter circuit we advise starting
the cleaner for the rst time
without the lance and letting
the water run out for a few
seconds.
Impurities could block the
nozzle and cause malfun-
ction (Fig. 8).
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250°F 65 °C
140°F
0°
MAX
120°C
250°F 65 °C
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