Fig.2 - Makita HW1200 Instruction Manual

10. Keep handles dry, clean, and free of oil or
grease.
Stay alert – watch what you are doing.
11.
12. Do not operate the product when fatigued or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
13. Do not run the high pressure washer without
water for longer than one minute. It will dam-
age the motor, resulting in malfunction.
14. Always turn off the power and shut off the
water mains when leaving the high pressure
washer unattended.
15. Be wary of the kickback. The trigger gun
recoils when the high pressure jet is ejected
from the nozzle. Hold the trigger gun firmly to
prevent accidental injuries.
16. Check for damaged or worn parts before use.
Also make sure that the hose is properly con-
nected and there is no leakage during oper-
ation. Operating the machine with functional
defects may cause an accident.
17. This machine has been designed for use with
the cleaning agent supplied or recommended
by the manufacturer. The use of other cleaning
agents or chemicals may adversely affect the
safety of the machine.
18. Do not pull the cord and/or hose to move the
high pressure washer body. This will damage
the cord, hose, and connecting parts and
result in a short circuit or functional defects.
19. Do not put heavy objects on the hose or let
vehicles drive over it.
20. Always discharge the residual pressure in the
trigger gun before disconnecting the hose.
21. When connecting the hose to the water mains,
observe the instructions of your local water-
works department or company.
Service
1. Follow the maintenance instructions specified
in the manual.
2. To ensure machine safety, use only original
spare parts from the manufacturer or approved
by the manufacturer.
3. Have your high pressure washer serviced by
a qualified repair person using only identi-
cal replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the high pressure washer is
maintained.
4. In case of breakdown or malfunction of the
high pressure washer, immediately switch it
off and remove the mains plug. Contact your
local dealer or service center.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product.
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated
in this instruction manual may cause serious
personal injury.
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before adjusting or
checking function on the tool.
Power switch
NOTICE:
Do not turn the power switch forcibly.
This may cause the switch to malfunction.
For the HW1200
► Fig.1: 1. OFF position 2. ON position
Turn the power switch clockwise to switch on the high
pressure washer.
For the HW1300
Turn the power switch clockwise or counterclockwise
depending on the pressure level. Turn the power switch
clockwise for high pressure mode, counterclockwise for
low pressure mode.
► Fig.2: 1. Low pressure mode 2. OFF position
3. High pressure mode
Nozzle functions
Vario-Power spray lance
► Fig.3
Jet pressure can be adjusted by rotating the nozzle.
CAUTION:
When adjusting the jet pressure,
do not rotate the nozzle while pulling it toward the
trigger gun. The nozzle may come off from the trig-
ger gun and cause a personal injury.
Dirt blaster
► Fig.4
A spiral jet is ejected. Suitable for removing stubborn
dirt.
NOTICE:
Do not use the dirt blaster to clean frag-
ile surfaces such as windows or car bodies.
Foam nozzle
► Fig.5
Detergent can be sprayed as foam.
Trigger operations
Pull the trigger to eject a water jet. The jet continues as
long as the trigger is squeezed.
The trigger can be locked for safe handling of the trigger
gun. To lock the trigger, pull out the stopper and hook it
to the groove on the grip.
► Fig.6: 1. Stopper 2. Groove
NOTICE:
To avoid mechanical error in the pres-
sure switch, always leave a two-second interval
between trigger operations.
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