
 63
Poseidon 2
EN
Original Instructions
  agents or chemicals may
  adversely affect the safety of 
the appliance.
  To ensure the appliance 
safety only use original spare 
parts from the manufacturer 
or approved by the manufac-
turer.
  High pressure hoses, fi ttings 
and couplings are important 
for the safety of the appli-
ance. Only use hoses, fi ttings 
and couplings recommended 
by the manufacturer.
  Do not use the appliance 
if a supply cord or impor-
tant parts of appliance are 
 damaged, e.g. safety device , 
high pressure hose and trig-
ger gun.
  Remove the plug from the 
socket outlet during cleaning 
or maintenance and when 
replacing parts or converting 
the machine to another func-
tion.
  Appropriate ear protection 
must be used.
  Never use the machine in 
an environment where there 
could be a danger of explo-
sion. If any doubt arises, 
please contact the local 
 authorities.
  It is not allowed to clean 
asbestos- containing surfaces 
with high pressure.
  Do not spray fl ammable 
 liquids.
  Always switch off the mains 
disconnecting switch when 
leaving the machine unat-
tended.
This high pressure washer 
must not be used at tempera-
tures below 0°C.
WARNING!
Inadequate extension cables 
can be dangerous. If an exten-
sion 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 ac-
complished by means of a ca-
ble reel which keeps the socket 
at least 60 mm above the 
ground.  Cables on reels should 
always be completely unwound 
to prevent the cable from over-
heating.
Extension cables should com-
ply with the below-mentioned 
requirements for length and 
cable dimensions.
  1.0 mm²  max.  12.5 m 
  1.5 mm²  max.   20 m
  2.5 mm²  max.  30 m
Only POSEIDON 2-17  X:
  2.0 mm²  máx.   12.5 m 
  2.5 mm²  máx.   20   m
  If the electric cable is 
 damaged, it must be re-
placed by the manufacturer 
or his service agent or simi-
larly qualifi ed person in order 
to avoid a hazard.
Mains power connection
The following should be ob-
served when  connecting the 
high pressure washer to the 
electric installation:
  Only connect the machine to 
an installation with earth con-
nection.
  The electric installation shall 
be made by a certifi ed elec-
trician and comply with IEC 
60364-1.
  It is strongly recommended 
that the electric supply to this 
machine should include a re-
sidual current device (GFCI).
Water connection
Connection to the public mains 
 according to regulations.
Machine not suit-
able for connec-
tion to the potable 
water mains.
This high pressure washer is 
only allowed to be connected 
with the drinking water mains, 
when an appropriate backfl ow 
preventer has been installed, 
Type BA according to EN 1717. 
The length of the hose between 
the backfl ow preventer and the 
high pressure washer must be 
at least 10 metres to absorb 
possible pressure peaks (min 
diameter ½ inch).
Operation by suction (for 
 example from a rainwater ves-
sel) is carried out without back-
fl ow preventer. 
As soon as water has fl own 
through the BA valve, this water 
is not considered to be drinking 
water any more.
IMPORTANT! Only use wa-
ter without any impurities. If 
there is a risk of silt, sand or 
sediment in the inlet water (i.e. 
from your own well), an addi-
tional fi lter should be mounted.
Safety devices
Locking device on spray handle 
(7a) (see illustration at the end 
of this manual):
The spray handle features a 
locking device. When the button 
is activated, the spray handle 
cannot be ope rated. 
Thermal sensor:
A thermal sensor protects the 
motor against overloading. The 
machine will restart after a few 
minutes when the thermal sen-
sor has cooled.
Pressure safety device
An integrated hydraulic safety 
valve protects the system from 
excessive pressure.