4 Operating your pressure washer
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1. Before starting up your high pres sure washer for the first time this instruction manual must be read through carefully Save the instructions for later USE Safety instructions marked with this symbol must be observed to pre vent danger to persons tact your Nilfisk distributor Especially check e The insulation of the electric cable should be faultless and without any cracks If the electric cable is damaged an authorized Nilfisk distributor should replace it WARNING amp High pressure jets can be dangerous Never direct the water jet at persons pets live electrical equipment or the machine itself amp Never try to clean clothes or footwear on yourself or other persons This symbol is used to mark safety instruc tions that must be observed to prevent damage to the machine and its performance indicates tips gt and instructions to simplify work and to ensure a safe operation This symbol e Hold the spray lance firmly with both hands The spray lance is affected by a thrust of up to 16 4 N during ope ration The operator and anyone in the immediate vicinity of the site of cleaning should take action to protect themselves from being struck by debris dislodged during operation Wear goggles during opera tion e This appliance has been de signed for use with cleaning agents supplied or recom mended by the manufacturer The use of other cleaning agents or chemical2. tive parts exclusive of packing and postage carriage Besides we refer to your national law of sale The machine should be for warded to one of the service centres of the Nilfisk organisa tion with description specifica tion of the fault Repairs not covered by the guarantee conditions will be invoiced l e malfunctions due to Causes mentioned in section Troubleshooting Chart of the instruction manual 16 Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 9 3 Accessories Only use original accessories Brush Extension hose Underchassis spray lance Drain amp Tube cleaner Water sand blasting equip ment Patio Plus Garden brush Rim brush Wall hook Water suction kit Rotary brush Roof cleaner For cars and other surfaces 7 m extension hose increasing the working range Special spray lance for washing your car underneath 15 m long tube cleaner for the cleaning of tubes and drains For removal of paint and rust Sand available from do it your self shops Equipment for quick cleaning of patio drive flagstones Rotating brush for cleaning of wooden surfaces Rotating brush for cleaning of wheel rims For suspension of your high pressure washer on the wall For removal of large amounts of water from e g garden pounds For cleaning vehicles and other surfaces For removal of coatings on roofs walls greenhouses etc With optional brush for cleaning of caravans
3. trailers windows etc 17 Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 EN Detergents Stone amp Wood Cleaner For flagstones brick and woodwork Suitable for moss and algae Plastic Cleaner For plastic and synthetic materials such as garden furniture Metal Cleaner For cleaning of metal such as garden tools Car Combi Cleaner For cars etc With rinsing wax Alu Cleaner For surfaces of aluminium Applied with an atomizer Oil amp Grease Cleaner For cleaning of grease and oil on motors for instance Applied with an atomizer Wood Cleaner For cleaning of wooden surfaces incl of wooden garden furniture Roof Cleaner For removal of coatings on roofs walls greenhouses etc 10 EU Declaration of Conformity 4 EU Declaration of Conformity Product High Pressure Washer Type Nilfisk P 150 2 P 160 2 Nilfisk P 130 2 X TRA P 150 2 X TRA P160 2 X TRA Description 230 V 1 50 Hz IP X5 The design of the unit corresponds to the EC Machine Directive 2006 42 EC following pertinent regulations EC Low voltage Directive 2006 95 EC EC EMV Directive 2004 108 EC Applied harmonised standards EN ISO 12100 1 2004 EN ISO 12100 2 2004 EN 60335 2 79 2006 EN 55014 1 2006 EN 55014 2 2001 EN 61000 3 2 2006 Applied national standards and technical BS EN 60335 2 79 specifications Nilfisk i Division of Nilfisk Advance A S Ark pA Industrivej 1 DK 9560 Hadsund Anton S rensen General Manager Technical Operatio
4. own well an addi tional filter should be mounted Repair and maintenance WARNING Always remove the electric plug from the socket be fore carrying out maintenance work on the machine 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 operated 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 2 Description 2 1 Application 2 2 Operation elements and model survey IS This high pressure washer has been developed for domestic use for cleaning Car motorbike boat cara van trailer patio drive flag stones woodwork brickwork barbecue garden furniture lawn mower Section 5 describes the use of the high pressure washer for vaious cleaning jobs See illustration at the end of this manual h Start stop switch Water inlet with filter 3 High pressure connection only machines without hose reel High pressure hose Electric cable Spray lance Spray handle with lock 7a Tornado PR nozzle Powerspeed nozzle Detachable detergent con tainer 11 Nozzle cleaning tool 12 Dosing of detergents 13 Hose reel 14 Hose ho
5. 60 2 9 Further information 9 1 Recycling the washer 9 2 Warranty conditions Make the old cleaner unusable immediately 1 Unplug the cleaner and cut the electric cable Do not discard electrical appli ances with household waste As specified in European Direc Nilfisk guarantees high pres sure washers for domestic use for 2 years If your high pres sure washer or accessories are handed in for repair a copy of the receipt must be enclosed Guarantee repairs are being made on the following condi tions e that defects are attributable to flaws or defects in materi als or workmanship wear and tear as well as misuse are not covered by the guar antee e that the directions of this instruction manual have been thoroughly observed e that repair has not been car ried out or attempted by oth er than Nilfisk trained service Staff e that only original accessories have been applied e that the product has not been exposed to abuse such as knocks bumps or frost e that only water without any impurities has been used e that the high pressure wash er has not been used for rental nor used commercially in any other way tive 2002 96 EC on old electri cal and electronic appliances used electrical goods must be collected separately and recycled ecologically Contact your local authorities or your nearest dealer for further information Repairs under this guarantee include replacement of defec
6. AN Nilfisk P 130 2 150 2 160 2 EN User Manual Index 1 Safety precautions and warnings ccssccccseeeeeseeeeeseeeeeteeeeess 3 SAR DENN 5 3 Before you start using your pressure Washer 6 4 Operating your pressure washer cccceeccseeeeceeeeeeeeeseeeeeees 7 5 Fields of application and working methods 11 6 After using your pressure WaSher arrrrnnnnnnanennanennnnnnnnnnennnrr 13 7 MaintOnance ccccceecceeecececeeeceeeceeeeceeecaeeceeesaueeseeesseesaues 14 8 Trouble Shooting ccccsccccssseeseeseeceeeeeceeseessasseesenseesseseenes 15 9 Further information ccccccccccesceceeeeeseeeeeeeeeseeeeseeeeseeesaees 16 10 EC Declaration of Conformity cccccecccsseeeeeseeeeeseeeeseneeees 18 Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 1 Safety Precautions and Warnings r Symbols used to mark in structions Do not let children or people who have not read the instruc tion manual operate the ma chine This appliance is not intended for use by children or other persons without assistance or supervision if their physical sensory or mental capabili ties prevent them from using it safely Children should be su pervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Before starting up your machine please check it carefully for any defects If you find any do not start up your machine and con
7. ORNADO PR nozzle Cen Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 4 8 Operation with detergents 4 9 Stationary use Application of detergents is NOT possible if an extension hose is applied 1 2 Fill the container with a de tergent Mount the TORNADO PR nozzle and adjust it to low pressure see section 4 7 Adjust the dosing regulator 12 to the required volume of detergent 0 5 4 Apply the detergent from below and upwards 5 Let the detergent act for the time stated on the packing of the detergent and flush with pure water Separate detergent container 1 Remove the cover with suc tion hose from the detergent container 2 Mount the cover with suction hose on the separate deter gent container The cover has a standard thread and fits common detergent con tainers If your container does not have a standard thread detach the filter from the suc tion hose and remove the cover Remount the filter in the suction hose Extra detergent hose can be pulled out of the machine lf mounting a special wall hook not standard the pressure washer can be used as a sta tionary solution meaning that it can be operated while hanging on the wall Only mount the wall hook ona sturdy wall Adjust the length of the screws and size of rawl plugs to the type of wall On the wall hook garden rim brush a brush b and noz zles c can be stored Important The bearing capacity
8. ain water tank as an example The hose for the water supply must not be too long approx 5 m Make sure that the water tank is not placed on a lower level than the machine Use an external filter if the wa ter contains impurities 1 Make sure that the water hose is filled completely with water before connecting to High pressure Low pressure Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 cleaned Do not cover the machine during operation 23 Note If the ma chine is left or not used for 5 minutes it must be switched off on the start stop switch O 1 1 Turn the start stop switch to position O 2 Disconnect the electrical plug from the socket 3 Shut off the water supply and activate the trigger to relieve the machine of pressure 4 Lock the spray handle When releasing the trigger of the spray handle the machine automatically stops The ma chine will start again when you re activate the spray handle the machine Place the entire hose in a tank or bucket To avoid water spillage crimp the water inlet hose down in the water and then connect the hose to the machine with the quick coupling and finally uncrimp the water inlet hose 2 Dismount spray handle lance and nozzle 3 Turn the start stop switch to position I and let the water run until the air has escaped from the water hose and the pump 4 Mount spray handle lance and nozzle again The pressure can be regulated on the T
9. e and maybe a brush You may use Stone amp Wood Cleaner to remove moss and algae Rinse the worst dirt off with the Tornado PR nozzle Apply Metal Cleaner and let it act for approx 5 min Wash with the nozzle 12 Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 6 After using your pressure washer 6 1 Storing the washer 6 2 Winding up of electric cable and high pressure hose The machine should be sto red in a frost free room Pump hose and accessories should always be emptied of water prior to storing as follows Stop the machine turn the start stop switch 1 to posi tion O and detach water hose and accessory 2 Restart the machine and activate the trigger Let the machine run until no more water runs through the spray handle 3 Stop the machine and un plug Wind the electric cable round the hooks placed on the side of the machine 4 Separate spray handle and high pressure hose To avoid accidents the electric cable and the high pressure hose should always be wound 5 Machines without hose reel Detach high pressure hose coil it up and place it on the hose storage Machines with hose reel Coil the high pressure hose up on the hose reel 6 Place spray handle nozzles and other accessories in the holders of the machine Should the machine by mistake be frozen it will be necessary to check it for damage NEVER START UP A FROZEN MACHINE Frost damages are not covered by
10. ee Wipe with a wash leather where the squeegee cannot reach Apply Alu Cleaner with an automizer Let it act for approx 5 min and wash with the rim brush For steel rims use Car Com bi Cleaner Wash with rim brush Be careful The high pressure jet may damage the tyres Wash towards outlets or the like On surfaces with moss or algae you may start by applying Stone amp Wood Cleaner Wash before the soap dries Another more effective and quicker method is to use the Patio Cleaner Thus you will also avoid splashes Apply Wood Cleaner and wash before the soap dries NOTE Use the garden brush to clean off the dirt Same method as for flagstones but be careful bad joints and wood may be damaged by high pressure You may choose only to use the Tornado nozzle Adjust the distance pressure to the quality of the joints and the wood Patio Cleaner can also be used on vertical surfaces Wash the gutter with the underchassis spray lance Always wash towards down pipes Beware not to spray under the roofing Push the tube cleaner approx 2 m to mark into a tube or drain and activate the trigger of the spray handle The nozzle opening turning backwards will pull the cleaner through the tube The nozzle will break down the plug and flush the dirt backwards Mount the water sand blasting equipment and rust and paint is efficiently and quickly removed Beware not to damage the surface to be sandblasted Wash with high pressur
11. frozen No water supply Water filter blocked Nozzle blocked Pump hoses or accessory Plug in machine Try another socket Replace fuse Switch off other machines Try without the extension cable Check that hoses and connections are air tight Clean and replace or refer to local Nilfisk distributor Clean and replace or refer to local Nilfisk distributor Activate the trigger of the spray handle Replace fuse Switch off other machines Check that the mains voltage corresponds to specification on the model tag Leave the washer for 5 minutes to cool down Clean the nozzle see section 7 2 Change to an installation higher than the amp consumption of the machine You may try without the extension cable Allow machine to run with open trigger until regular working pressure resumes Check that the water supply corresponds to specifications required see model tag NB Avoid using long thin hoses min 1 2 Clean the nozzle see section 7 2 Clean the filter See section 7 1 Straighten out hose Contact your nearest Nilfisk Service Centre Wait for pump hoses or accessory to thaw Connect inlet water Clean the filter see section 7 1 Clean the nozzle see section 7 2 In case problems other than the above occur please contact your local Nilfisk distributor UK JETWASH DIRECT LTD 01484 306693 www jetwashdirect co uk Email sales jetwashdirect co uk 15 Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 1
12. he electric cable is damaged it must be re placed by the manufacturer or his service agent or simi larly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard Mains power connection eo The following should be ob served when connecting the high pressure washer to the electric installation e Only connect the machine to an installation with earth con nection e The electric installation shall be made by a certified elec trician e 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 This high pres sure washer is only allowed to be connected with the drinking water mains when an appropriate backflow preventer has been installed Type BA according to EN 1717 The backflow pre venter can be ordered under number 106411177 The length of the hose between the back flow preventer and the high pressure washer must be at least 10 metres to absorb pos sible pressure peaks min diam eter inch Operation by suction for ex ample from a rainwater vessel is carried out without backflow preventer Recommended suc tion set 126411387 As soon as water has flown 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
13. n through the water hose before connecting it to the machine to prevent sand and dirt from penetrat ing the machine Note Check 23 that the filter is fitted in the water inlet pipe and that it is clean and free from debris 2 Connect the water hose to the water supply by means of the quick connector inlet water max pressure 10 bar max temperature 60 C 3 Turn on the water The machine features a tele scopic handle To raise or lower the handle press the button 16 and move the handle up wards or downwards When a click is heard the handle is in right position 4 5 Start and stop of the ma chine when connected to a water supply 4 6 Start the machine when connected to open con tainers Suction mode 4 7 Pressure regulation on the TORNADO PR nozzle The spray lance is affected by a thrust during opera tion therefore always hold it firmly with both hands IMPOR TANT Point the nozzle at the ground 1 Check that the machine is in upright position NOTE Do not place the ma chine in tall grass 2 Release the trigger lock 3 Activate the trigger of the spray handle and let the wa ter run until all air has es caped from the water hose 4 Turn the start stop switch 1 to position I 5 Activate the trigger of the spray handle Always adjust the distance and thus the pressure of the nozzle to the surface which is to be The washer can take in water from a r
14. nd detergents Task Car Rims alu minium Flag stones concrete floors and other hard surfaces Garden furniture wood Brickwork Wood work Gutter Cleaning of drain pipes out lets down pipes etc Rust paint Green house Garden tools lawn mover Accessories Tornado PR noz zle auto brush underchassis spray lance Car Combi Cleaner Rim brush atomizer Alu Cleaner Powerspeed nozzle Stone amp Wood Cleaner Patio Cleaner Wood Cleaner Garden brush Powerspeed nozzle Stone amp Wood Cleaner Patio Cleaner Underchassis spray lance Tube cleaner Water sandblasting equipment Tornado PR nozzle brush Stone amp Wood Cleaner Tornado PR nozzle Power speed nozzle Metal Cleaner Cleaning method 1 Apply Car Combi Cleaner Always start from the bottom and work upwards Let Car Combi Cleaner act for at least 5 min 2 Wash the car with the Tornado PR nozzle Start at the front of the car and work backwards to avoid water from penetrating by the door mouldings 3 Use the brush for removal of traffic film which is not removed by the nozzle If the car is very dirty apply Car Combi Cleaner again 4 Attach the undercarriage spray lance and clean undercarriage and wheel arches 5 Remove water from the surface of the car with the squeegee on the car brush Make sure that all grains of sand etc have been removed before using the squeeg
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16. of the wall hook is max 30 kg 10 Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 5 Fields of application and working methods 5 1 General 5 1 1 Detergent and foam 5 1 2 Mechanical effect Efficient high presure cleaning is achieved by following a few guidelines combined with your own personal experience of spe cific cleaning tasks Accessories and detergents when correctly chosen can increase the efficiency of your pressure washer Here is some basic information about cleaning Foam or detergent should be applied onto dry surfaces so that the chemical product is in direct contact with the dirt Detergents are applied from bottom to top for example on a car bodywork in order to avoid super clean areas where the detergent collects in higher concentration and streams downwards Let the detergent work for several minutes before rinsing but never let it dry on the surface being cleaned Note It is important that the detergents do not dry up Otherwise the surfac that has to be cleaned can be damaged In order to break down tough layers of dirt additional mechanical effect may be required Special wash brushes offer this supple mentary effect that cuts through dirt especially by car washing 11 Cen Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 5 2 Typical fields of application Below you will find a description of a lot of cleaning tasks which can be solved by a pressure washer from Nilfisk in association with accessories a
17. ok only machines without hose reel 15 Model tag 16 Button for telescopic handle 17 Telescopic handle 18 Turnable cable hook NO OOOAN DOF Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 Only use the high pressure washer for purposes described in this manual The safety precautions must be observed to prevent damage to the machine the surface to be cleaned or severe personal injuries Specifications See model tag 15 of machine Sound pressure level measured in accordance with ISO 3744 EEC directive 2000 14 EEC P 130 2 L a 80 dB A Lwa 90 dB A P 150 2 L a 80 dB A Lwa 93 dB A P 160 2 L a 80 dB A Lwa 95 dB A Hand arm vibrations measured according to ISO 5349 below 2 5 m s We reserve the right to alter the specifications Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 gt 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 only models without hose reel Mount the hose hook 14 on the handle 2 screws Note the hose hook can be mounted on the front as well as on the back Front position is to be used if the product is used together with a special wall hook for wall storage 1 Click the hose reel handle on to the trolley handle no screws 3 3 Mounting of hose reel handle only models with hose reel 3 4 Mounting of quick coupling 3 5 Mo
18. s may Nilfisk P 180 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 adversely affect the safety of the appliance e Disconnect from electrical power supply before carrying out user maintenance e To ensure the appliance safety only use original spare parts from the manufacturer or approved by the manufac turer e High pressure hoses fittings and couplings are important for the safety of the appli ance Only use hoses fittings and couplings recommended by the manufacturer e 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 e The appliance is intended for cleaning outdoors e Appropriate ear protection must be used e 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 e t is not allowed to clean asbestos containing surfaces with high pressure e This high pressure washer must not be used at tempera tures below 0 C e Never let any persons stay under the product when stored on the wall WARNING Inadequate extension cables can be dangerous Cables on reels should always be com pletely unwound to prevent the cable from overheating Extension cables should be of a watertight construction and comply with the below men tioned requirements for length and cable dimensions 1 0mm2 max 12 5m 1 5mm max 20 m 2 5mm max 30 m e f t
19. the guarantee up carefully 1 Wind up the electric cable on the appropriate hooks Built in clip for good holding The lower hook can be turned to release the electric cable 2 The high pressure washer comes in two models A with hook for storage of high pres sure hose 14 B witha hose reel 13 The standard accessories spray handle spray lance nozzles and nozzle cleaning tool can be stored on the pres sure washer 13 Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 7 Maintenance y FE 2 7 1 Cleaning of water inlet filter 7 2 Cleaning of nozzle 7 3 Cleaning of machine vents 7 4 Greasing of couplings WARNING Always disconnect the electrical plug from the socket prior to maintenance or cleaning To ensure a long and problem free working life please take the following advice e Wash off water hose high pressure hose spray lance and accessories before mounting p The machine should be kept clean so as to let cooling air To ensure easy connection and that o rings do not dry up the e Clean the connectors of dust and sand e Clean the nozzles Any repair should always be made in an authorized work shop with original spare parts Clean the water inlet filter regu larly once a month or more fre quently according to use Care fully loosen the filter with a pair of pliers and clean it Check that it is intact before re mounting it The inlet filter m
20. unting of high pressure hose Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 1 Screw the quick coupling tight on to the water inlet 2 Note The inlet filter must al ways be fitted in the water inlet pipe to filter out sand limestone and other impurities as these will damage the pump valves Caution Failure to fit the filter will invalidate the guarantee Attach the high pressure hose 4 to the spray handle 7 Detach the high pressure hose by pressing the pawl 4 Operating your pressure washer 4 1 Connection of high pres sure hose Machines without hose reel At tach the high pressure hose 4 to the high pressure connection of the machine 3 Only max 7 m additional exten sion hose can be added Machines with hose reel Un wind the high pressure hose completely Cen Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 EN 4 2 Mounting of spray lance and nozzles 4 3 Water connection An ordinary 1 2 garden hose of min 10 m and max 25 m will be suitable NOTE Connec tion to the public mains according to regulations 4 4 Telescopic handle 1 Push the spray lance 6 into the spray handle 7 and twist it until the bayonet coupling locks into position 2 Attach the nozzle 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 filter should be mounted 1 Let the water ru
21. ust always be fitted inside the water inlet pipe to filter out sand limestone and other impurities as they will damage the pump valves CAUTION Failure to fit the filter will invalidate the guarantee A clogging up in the nozzle Causes a pump pressure which is too high This is why cleaning is required immediately 1 Stop the machine and dis connect the nozzle 2 Clean the nozzle IMPOR TANT The cleaning tool 11 should only be used when the nozzle is detached 3 Flush the nozzle backwards with water pass freely through the ma chine vents couplings should be greased regularly 14 Nilfisk P 130 2 P 150 2 P 160 2 8 Trouble shooting Please ensure that you check the following before contacting the Nilfisk service organization Symptom Cause Recommended action Machine refuses to start Machine not plugged in Defective socket Fuse has blown Defective extension cable Fluctuating pressure Pump sucking air Valves dirty worn out or stuck Pump seals worn out Motor busses Low voltage or low temperature Fuse has blown Incorrect mains voltage Machine stops Thermal sensor activated Nozzle partially blocked Fuse blows Fuse too small Machine pulsating Air in inlet hose pump Inadequate supply of mains water Nozzle partially blocked Water filter blocked Hose kinked Machine often starts and stops by itself Pump spray handle is leaking Machine starts but no water comes out
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