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POSEIDON 2-31, 3-36, 5-67 PE

POSEIDON 5-54 DE

User Manual

Contents

Symbols

1 Important safety notes

2 Description

3 Before starting the

pressure washer

4 Operation

and

use

5 After using the pressure

washer

6 Maintenance

7 Troubleshooting

8 Further

information

.................................................................................................4

.................................................................................................6

2.1 Intended use

.............................................................................6

2.2 Operating elements ..................................................................6

3.1 Setting up the pressure washer ................................................7

4.1 Connections .............................................................................7
4.2  Start the pressure washer ........................................................8
4.3 Using detergents ......................................................................9

5.1  Switching off the pressure washer .........................................10
5.2 Disconnecting supply lines .....................................................10
5.3  Storing the cleaner (frost-free) ...............................................10

6.1 Maintenance plan

...................................................................11

6.2 Maintenance work ..................................................................11

...............................................................................................13

8.1 Recycling the pressure washer ..............................................14
8.2 Warranty

.................................................................................14

8.3 Technical specifi cations

..........................................................15

8.4 Declaration of Conformity .......................................................15

Symbols

Before starting

up your high-
pressure washer
for the fi rst 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

prevent danger
to persons.

This symbol is used

to mark safety

instructions

that must be

observed to prevent

damage to the machine and its
performance.

This symbol
indicates tips

and instructions to

simplify work and to

ensure a safe operation.

Before using the high-pressure
washer, be sure to also read the
enclosed operating instructions
and keep them within reach at
all times.

The high-pressure washer
may only be used by persons
instructed in its use and
who have been expressly
authorised to do so.

General

Use of the high-pressure
washer is subject to the
applicable local regulations.

In addition to the operating
instructions and the binding
accident prevention regulations
in the country of use, the
generally recognised rules
for safe working must also be
observed.
Any method of use endangering
the safety of persons or
equipment is forbidden.

Before use

Before use, check that the high-
pressure cleaner is in a safe
and proper condition.

Operate the pressure washer
only in an upright position!

Important notes:
Do not connect the pressure
washer directly to the public
drinking water mains (observe
DIN 1988 and EN 1717).
A connection is permitted,
however:
• briefl y to a pipe interrupter

with moving section

• with a free outlet

Water may also be drawn from
an open container or from
a well or surface water not
intended for the drinking water
supply. Please use suction set
for this. Ensure that neither dirty
water nor liquids containing
solvents are sucked in.

Please observe the regulations
and provisions applicable in
your country. Before putting
the high-pressure washer into
service, carry out a visual check
of all the major components.

High-pressure jets can be
dangerous if misused. The
jet must not be directed at
persons, animals, live electrical
equipment or the pressure
washer itself.

During operation of the washer,
recoil forces are produced at
the spray lance and, when
the lance is held at an angle,
a torque is also created. The
lance must therefore be held
fi rmly in both hands.

Risk of injury!

Do not direct the jet towards
yourself or towards other
persons in order to clean
clothes or footwear.

Do not use the washer when
other people without protective

1 Important safety notes

clothing are in the working
area. Check that cleaning
will not result in dangerous
substances (e.g. asbestos, oil)
being washed off the object to
be cleaned and harming the
environment.

Do not clean delicate parts
made of rubber, fabric, etc. with
the round jet. Hold the nozzle
at a distance of at least 15 cm
when cleaning with the high-
pressure fl at jet.

Although extremely easy to
operate, children should not
be allowed to use the pressure
washer.

Do not use the high-pressure
hose for lifting loads.

Do not continue to use the
washer if the quick coupling
or high-pressure hose is
damaged.

Never use the machine in areas
where there is danger of fi re
or explosion. When using the
pressure washer, stand at least
1 m from buildings, etc.

Ensure an adequate air
circulation. Do not cover
the washer or operate it in
inadequately ventilated rooms!
The exhaust fumes are
dangerous!

Store the pressure washer
where it will not be exposed to
frost!

Never operate the pressure
washer without water. Even
brief shortages of water result
in severe damage to the pump
seals.

Maintenace and repair

CAUTION!
Before cleaning and servicing
the high pressure washer,
always remove the ignition
plug cable fi rst.

Carry out only the maintenance
operations described in the
operating instructions.
Use only original Gerni spare
parts. Do not make any
technical modifi cations to the
high pressure washer.

CAUTION!

High pressure hoses, fi ttings
and couplings are important
for the safety of the washer.
Use only high pressure parts
approved by the manufacturer!

CAUTION!

Failure to observe these
instructions can endanger your
safety.

Please contact the Gerni
service department or an
authorised specialist work-shop
for all other maintenance or
repair work!

Testing

The machine satisfi es IEC/EN
60335-2-79 standards.

The high pressure washer
should be examined as needed
or at least once a year by a
technician to make sure that it
is fail-safe.

Our service technicians are at
your disposal for assistance
and advice.

Safety device

The high pressure pump is
equipped with a safety valve
that redirects the by-pass
pressure back to the suction
side of the pump.

The safety device is set and
sealed at the factory and must
not be adjusted.

2 Description

2.1 Intended

use

This high pressure washer has
been designed for professional
use in

- agriculture
- transport industry
- construction industry
etc.

2.2 Operating

elements

  1  Start/stop switch
2  Lance
  3  Holder for lance
  4  Holder for high pressure hose
  5  High pressure hose
6  Spray gun
  7  Water connection and water

inlet fi lter

8 Connection for high pressure

hose

9  Pressure gauge
10  Oil level gauge
11  Regulation of water volume
12  Filling of oil

3 Before starting the pressure washer

3.1

Setting up the pressure
washer

1. Before using the pressure

washer for the fi rst time,
check it carefully to detect
any faults or damage.

2. In the event of any damage

contact your Gerni dealer
immediately.

3. Check whether the oil level

is in the middle of the oil
inspection glass. This also
applies to machines with
gear.

4 Operation and use

4.1 Connections
4.1.1 Connecting the lance to

the spray gun

1. Pull the blue quick coupling

of the spray gun forward and
lock it by turning it to the left.

2. Insert the nipple of the lance

into the quick coupling and
turn the blue quick coupling
grip to the right.

3. Pull the lance (or other

accessory) forward to check
that it is securely attached to
the spray gun.

NOTE!

Always remove any dirt from
the nipple before connecting
the lanse to the spray gun.

4.1.2 Connecting the high

pressure hose and the
water hose

1. Connect the high pressure

hose to the high pressure
inlet by means of the quick
coupling. Use max. 50 m
extension hose.

2. Before connecting the water

hose to the washer, rinse the
water hose briefl y to prevent
sand and other dirt from
entering into the washer.

3. Open the tap.

(continued -->)

NOTE!

See chapter 8.3 for required
quantity of water and water
pressure.

In the case of poor water quality
(sand, etc.), we recommend
that a fi ne water fi lter is fi tted in
the water inlet.

4.1.3 Fuelling

WARNING!

Always shut off the engine
and let it cool for at least two
minutes before fuelling.
Avoid spilling fuel.
If you do spill fuel when fuelling,
do not start the engine before
the spilled fuel has evaporated.
If the washer is on a trailer, any
fuel spills must be wiped up
before the machine is started.

Never expose the machine
to an open fl ame. Smoking is
prohibited during fuelling. Also
read the operating manual for
the fuel engine.

Note:

Never operate the

ma chine in a closed room; the
exhaust fumes are dan ger ous.

Follow the safety instructions
in chapter 1!

4.2

Start the washer

4.2.1 Switching on the

washer when it is
connected to a water
supply

1. Start the engine. (See the

operating manual for the fuel
engine.)

2. Unlock the spray gun and

operate it.

3. Lock the safety catch even

during short pauses.

NOTE!

Operate the

spray gun several

times at short intervals to vent
the system.

4.2.2 Switching on the

washer when it is
connected to open
tanks (suction mode)

1. Before connecting the suction

hose to the washer, fi ll the
hose with water.

2. Start the washer.
3. Unlock the spray gun and

activate it.

4. When using this machine in

suction mode, fi rst ensure
that the system has been
bled of air by letting the

machine run without spray
lance mounted until all air
has escaped.

During work breaks of more
than three minutes, switch off
the washer.

NOTE!

For automatic

suction from a tank,

watercourse or similar sup ply,
the inlet hose must be fi lled
with water before you start.
The suction height depends on
the water temperature. Max.
suction height (see section 8.3
Technical Data) is reached with
cold water (up to 8°C). With
70°C/60°C warm water, the
ma chine must be under or at
the water level.

(continued -->)

If the water being suctioned
contains particles, a suction
fi lter must be mounted on the
end of the hose.

In case of risk of running sands,
a sand fi lter must be attached.

4.2.3 Start POSEIDON PE

+ oil light indicators will turn
on.

2. Move the throttle lever to

SLOW or RUN position.

3. Push the start button until

the machine starts. Now the
charging + oil light indicators
will turn off. If not, stop
the machine immediately
and contact Gerni service
department.

4. The machine can be started

by means of the starter rope
if the battery has gone fl at.
See manual from Yanmar.

4.3 Using

detergents

Detergent can be added by
means of the detergent injector.

1. Dilute detergent according

to the manufacturer's
instructions.

2. Set the pressure to the

lowest setting on the lance.

CAUTION!

Never allow

detergent to dry

on the surface to be cleaned
as this may cause damage.

1. Switch on the ignition by

pushing the ON/OFF button
of the machine. The charging

5 After using the washer

5.1 Stop

the

pressure

washer

Stop the engine.

2. Close the tap.
3. Operate the spray gun until

the wasser is depressurized.

4. Lock the safety catch.

Switching off POSEIDON DE

1. Stop the washer by moving

the throttle lever to STOP
position.

2. Switch off the ignition by

pushing the ON/OFF button.
The light indicators will now
turn off.

5.2 Disconnecting

supply

lines

Shut the fuel cock.

2. Remove the water hose from

the washer.

5.3

Storing the washer
(frost-protected)

1. Store the pressure washer in

a dry room without danger of
frost.

IMPORTANT!

If the high-pressure washer
is stored in a room with
temperatures around or
below 0°C, anti-freeze should
be drawn into the pump
beforehand:

1. Remove the water inlet hose

from the washer.

2. Remove the lance.
3. Start the washer and stop it

again after max. one minute.

4. Connect the suction hose

to the water inlet of the
washer and place it in a tank
containing anti-freeze.

5. Start the washer.
6. Hold the spray gun over the

tank containing anti-freeze
and activate it to start suction
of anti-freeze.

7. During suction operate the

spray gun two or three times.

8. Lift the suction hose from the

tank containing anti-freeze
and activate the spray gun to
pump out the remaining anti-
freeze.

9. Stop the washer.

6 Maintenance

6.1 Maintenance

plan

weekly

every six

months or

500 operating

hours

as required

6.2.1 Clean water fi lter

•

6.2.2 Clean high pressure nozzle

•

6.2.3 Check oil level

•

6.2.4 Change oil -

Note:

First time after 50 hours

•

Maintenance of motor according to separate operating instructions from the engine supplier

6.2 Maintenance

work

6.2.1 Clean water fi lter

A water fi lter is fi tted on the
water inlet to prevent large
particles of dirt from entering
into the pump.

1. Unscrew the union nut.
2. Remove the fi lter and rinse it.

Replace damaged fi lter.

3. Tighten the union nut gently,

so as to avoid damaging the
gasket.

6.2.2 Clean high pressure

nozzle

A blocked nozzle causes
excessive pump pressure. It
must therefore be cleaned
immediately.

1. Stop the washer.
2. Remove the lance.
3. Clean the nozzle with a

needle.

4. Rinse the lance with water

from the nozzle side.

WARNING!

Use the cleaning needle only
when the spray lance has been
removed.

NOTE!

The fuel engine

stops automatically

if the oil level is low. You can
start the petrol engine again
once you have added oil (does
not apply to POSEIDON 2-31
PE).

6.2.3 Checking the oil level

1. Check whether the oil level

is in the middle of the oil
inspection glass. Top up with
oil if necessary (see section
8.3 for type of oil).

6.2.4 Changing the pump/

gear oil

1. Before changing the oil,

allow the pressure washer to
become warm.

2. Unscrew the plugs at the top

and the bottom of the pump.

3. Allow the oil to drain into a

suitable container (min. 1 l
capacity) and dispose of oil in
compliance with regulations.

4. Mount plug at the bottom of

the pump.

5. Fill pump with fresh oil (see

8.3 for oil type and quantity).

6. Check the oil level (see

6.2.3).

7 Troubleshooting

Fault

Pressure drop

Pressure fl uctuations

In suction mode

Excess pressure

The motor does not start

Cause

> Air in the system

> High-pressure nozzle

blocked/worn

> Pressure control on the lance

is not set correctly

Engine speed too low

> Lack of water

Pump/accessories partially
frozen

> Water inlet hose is too long or

its cross-section too small

> Lack of water caused by

blocked water fi lter

> Lack of water because max.

permissible suction height
has not been heeded

Water too hot

> Pump draws in air (only

possible in suction mode)

Engine’s throttle control is
defective (accessory)

Low fuel level

> Low oil level in engine

> The pump is blocked or

frozen

Remedy

• Vent the system by operating

the spray gun several
times at short intervals. If
necessary, dismount the
lance (see section 4.2.2).

• Clean/replace the high-

pressure nozzle.

• Set the required working

pressure.

•

Contact Gerni Service
Department.

• Open the tap.

•

Thaw machine and
accessories.

• Use prescribed size of water

inlet hose.

• Clean the water fi lter in the

water connection (never
operate the machine without
water fi lter mounted!)

•

See chapter 4.2.2.

•

See chapter 4.2.2.

• Check that the suction set is

air-tight.

Repeat aeration.

•

Give less gas/contact Gerni
Service Department.

• Open fuel cock/fi ll with fuel.

• Fill with oil.

• Thaw machine/contact Gerni

Service Department.

•

Fill with oil.

• Clean.

• Fill the detergent tank.

• Adjust the lance to low

pressure.

• Open fuel cock/fi ll with fuel.

Low oil level in engine

> Injector is dirty or suction

hose is blocked

> Detergent tank is empty

> The lance is not set to low

pressure

Low fuel level

The motor stops

When a detergent injector is
used

Fault

Cause

Remedy

8 Further information

8.1

Recycling the pressure
washer

If the pressure washer is
discarded, make it unusable
immediately

1. Dismount the ignition plug.

The pressure washer contains
valuable materials that should

be recycled. Contact your local
waste disposal site. If you have
any queries, please contact
your local authorities or your
nearest dealer.

8.2 Warranty

Your Gerni product is
guaranteed for 12 months from
date of purchase (purchase
receipt must be presented) on
the following conditions:

• that defects are attributable

to fl aws or defects in
materials or workmanship.
(Usual wear and tear as well
as misuse are not covered
by the guarantee).

• that repairs have not been

carried out or attempted
by other than Gerni-trained
service staff.

• that

only

original

accessories have been
applied.

• that the product has not

been exposed to abuse such
as knocks, bumps or frost.

• that the instructions in the

manual have been carefully
observed.

A warranty repair comprises the
replacement of defective parts,
but it does not cover freight and
packaging charges. Besides we
refer to national Sale of Goods
Act.

Any

illegitimate

guarantee

repair will be invoiced. (I.e.
malfunctions due to

causes

mentioned in section

“7

Trouble shooting”

of the

instruction manual).

Bellenberg, 01.12.2005

Product:

Type:

Description:

The design of the unit corresponds
to the following pertinent regu-
lations:

Applied harmonised standards:

Applied national standards and
technical specifi cations:

High Pressure Washer

POSEIDON 2-31 PE
POSEIDON 3-36 PE
POSEIDON 5-67 PE
POSEIDON 5-54 DE

250 bar / 20 MPa
Petrol driven
Diesel driven

EEC Machine Directive

98/37/EEC

EEC EMC Directive

2004/108/EEC

EN 2100-1, EN 12100-2
EN 60335-2-79
EN 55012

DIN EN 60335-2-79

EC Declaration of Conformity

Dipl.-Ing. Wolfgang Nieuwkamp
Test and Approvals

8.3 Technical

specifi cations

POSEIDON

2-31 PE

POSEIDON

3-36 PE

POSEIDON

5-67 PE

POSEIDON

5-54 DE

Working pressure

bar

140

230

195

Water volume Q

max

l/h

700

840

1150

1000

Water volume Q

IEC

l/h

650

750

1100

950

Cleaning impact

kg/Force

3.1

3.6

6.7

5.4

Max. water inlet temperature

°C

Min./max. water inlet pressure bar

1/10

Dimensions l x w x h

800x565x1010

1000x615x1150

Weight

110

Sound power level, Lwa

dB(A)

101

105

110

Vibration level at spray
handle

m/s

< 2.5

Thrust

Suction height (at max. 8°C)

1.5

Oil quantity in pump/gear

0.18

0.56/0.27

Oil quantity in motor

0.6

1.1

1.65

Oil type (motor/pump/gear)

SAE 15 - 40

We reserve the right to make alterations.

8.4

EC Declaration of Conformity

106169230 (01.2007)

Nilfi sk-Advance Pty LTd
48 Egerton St
Silverwater NSW 2128

Phone: 1300 556 710

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