Operation - Makita DHW080 Instruction Manual

2. Connect the pressure-resistant water hose to the
faucet. Apply a suitable fitting such as hose band or
water tap joint to secure the hose end with the faucet.
► Fig.21: 1. Hose band 2. Water tap joint 3. Pressure-
resistant water hose
NOTE: The fitting depends on the shape of the faucet
to which you connect. Prepare a suitable commercial-
ly-bought fitting.
3. Attach the water hose connector to the inlet (with
the faucet marking) and then insert the coupling sleeve.
► Fig.22: 1. Coupling sleeve 2. Water hose connector
3. Inlet on the high pressure washer
Connecting/disconnecting the
nozzle
CAUTION:
Always lock the trigger of the
trigger gun when connecting/disconnecting the
nozzle.
Insert the end of the nozzle into the slot on the trigger
gun and turn it in the direction of the arrow as shown in
the figure. To disconnect the nozzle, turn the nozzle in
the reverse direction while pressing it toward the trigger
gun.
► Fig.23: 1. Trigger gun 2. Slot 3. End of the nozzle
Connecting the foam nozzle
Optional accessory
CAUTION:
Always lock the trigger of the
trigger gun when connecting/disconnecting the
nozzle.
Prepare detergent before using the foam nozzle.
1.
Remove the nozzle from the tank by rotating the
nozzle counterclockwise. Attach the nozzle to the trig-
ger gun.
► Fig.24: 1. Nozzle 2. Trigger gun
2. Pour the detergent into the tank and install it to the
nozzle.
► Fig.25: 1. Tank
NOTICE:
Always use neutral detergent. Acidic or
alkaline detergent may damage the tank or nozzle.

OPERATION

WARNING:
Do not touch the water jet or
direct it toward yourself or others. The water jet is
dangerous and can hurt you or others.
WARNING:
When shooting the water jet,
never hold the object that you are cleaning or
place your hands and feet near the water jet.
CAUTION:
Stay alert to the rebound of the
water jet and blown objects. Do not bring the
nozzle to the object closer to 30 cm .
CAUTION:
Do not run the high pressure
washer without water for longer than 1 minute.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the high pressure
washer for a extended period of time. This may
cause overheating or fire. Also, long-term use may
cause vibration disorder.
CAUTION:
Be aware of the direction of the
wind. If the detergent gets into your eyes or mouth,
rinse with fresh water immediately and seek medical
attention if necessary.
NOTICE:
Avoid using the high pressure washer
for longer than 1 hour. After using it for 1 hour,
leave a same length of intermission.
NOTICE:
To protect the mechanism of the high
pressure washer, do not use water hotter than
40°C.
1. Connect one end of the high-pressure hose to
the trigger gun and the other end to the high pressure
washer.
2.
Connect the high pressure washer and the faucet
using a water hose. After that, open the faucet.
► Fig.26
3. Open the cover and install the battery cartridges
into the high pressure washer and then lock the cover.
► Fig.27: 1. Battery cartridge 2. Cover
4. Turn the power switch to your desired mode.
► Fig.28: 1. Low pressure mode 2. OFF position
3. High pressure mode
5. To eject a water jet, unlock the stopper and
squeeze the trigger. The jet continues as long as the
trigger is squeezed.
► Fig.29: 1. Stopper
CAUTION:
Hold the trigger gun firmly. The
trigger gun recoils when you pull the trigger.
CAUTION:
Always hold the trigger gun by the
grip and barrel when ejecting water jet.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to pull the trigger gun
forcibly during operation. It may cause the high
pressure washer to fall over.
When you suspend the operation, you can temporarily
place the trigger gun as shown in the figure.
► Fig.30
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