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Contents

1 Important safety

instructions

2 Description

3 Before starting the washer

4 Operation

5 After using the washer

6 Maintenance

7 Troubleshooting

8 Further information

............................................................................................2

2.1

Purpose................................................................................4

2.2

Operating elements ..............................................................4

3.1

Setting up the washer...........................................................5

3.2

Connecting the high pressure hose......................................5

3.3

Connecting the water supply ................................................5

3.4

Electrical connection ............................................................6

4.1

Connecting the spray lance to the spray handle ..................6

4.2

Switching on the washer ......................................................6

4.2.1 Switching on the washer when it is connected to 

a water supply ......................................................................6

4.2.2 Switching on the washer when it is connected to 

open tanks (suction mode) ...................................................6

5.1

Switching off the washer ......................................................7

5.2

Disconnecting supply lines ...................................................7

5.3

Storing the washer (below 0°C)............................................7

6.1

Maintenance plan .................................................................8

6.2

Maintenance work ................................................................8

6.2.1 Cleaning water inlet filter ......................................................8
6.2.2 Checking the pump oil level..................................................8
6.2.3 Changing the pump oil .........................................................8

............................................................................................9

8.1

Recycling the cleaner ...........................................................9

8.3

Technical Specifications .....................................................10

8.4

EU Declaration of Conformity.............................................10

8.2

Guarantee ..........................................................................10

 


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1 Important safety instructions

For your own safety

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

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

General

Use of the high-pressure wash-
er is subject to the applicable 
local regulations.
Besides the operating instruc-
tions and the binding accident 
prevention regulations valid in 
the country of use, observe rec-
ognised regulations for safety 
and proper use.
Do not use any unsafe work 
techniques.

Transport

Transport of the high-pressure 
washer in upright position only.

For safe transport in and on 
vehicles we recommend to pre-
vent the equipment from sliding 
and tilting by fixing it with belts.

For transport at temperatures 
around or below 0°C, anti-
freeze should be drawn into the 
pump beforehand (see chapter 
5). 

Before starting the washer

Before use, check that the high-
pressure washer is safe and in 
proper condition. 
Regularly check whether the 
power cord is damaged or 
shows signs of ageing. 

Use the high-pressure washer 
only when the mains power 
lead is in a safe condition. (risk 
of electric shock if damaged!).

Check the rated voltage of the 
high-pressure washer before 
connecting it to the mains pow-
er supply. Ensure that the volt-
age shown on the rating plate 
corresponds to the voltage of 
the local mains power supply.

We strongly recommend that 
the power supply to the high 
pressure washer be connected 
via a residual current circuit 
breaker. 
This device stops the supply 
of electricity if the leakage cur-
rent to earth exceeds 30 mA for 
30 ms or it has an earth tester 
circuit.

Operate the washer only in an 
upright position!

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

CAUTION!

High-pressure water jets can 
be dangerous if misused. The 
jet must not be directed at per-
sons, animals, live electrical 
equipment or the washer itself.
Wear appropriate protective 
clothing and eye protectors.

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

Symbols used to mark
instructions

Before using the 
high-pressure
washer, be sure 
to also read the 
enclosed operat-

ing instructions and keep them 
within reach at all times.

Safety instructions 
in these operating 
instructions which 
must be observed 

to prevent risks to persons are 
marked with this danger sym-
bol.

This symbol is 
used to mark 
safety instruc-
tions that must 
be observed to 
prevent damage 

to the machine and its perform-
ance.

This indicates tips 
and instructions to 
simplify work and 

to ensure safe operation.

 


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During operation of the washer, 
recoil forces are produced at 
the spraying device and, when 
the spray lance is held at an 
angle, a torque is also cre-
ated. The spraying  device must 
therefore be held firmly in both 
hands.

Do not use the washer when 
other people without protec-
tive 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 envi-
ronment.

Do not clean delicate parts 
made of rubber, fabric, etc. with 
the 0° jet.  Keep some distance 
between high pressure nozzle 
and surface in order to prevent 
the surface from damage.

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

NOTE!

The specifications of the high-
pressure hose (max. permissi-
ble pressure and  temperature) 
are printed on the hose.

Do not continue to use the 
washer if the mains power lead 
or high-pressure hose is dam-
aged.
Ensure adequate air circula-
tion. Do not cover the washer 
or operate it in inadequately 
ventilated rooms!

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

Never operate the washer with-
out water. Even brief shortages 
of water result in severe dam-
age to the pump seals.

Operation

CAUTION!

Unsuitable extension cords can 
represent a source of danger. 
Always unwind cord from the 
reels completely to prevent the 
power cord overheating.

When using an extension cord, 
connectors must be of water-
tight construction.

When using an extension cord, 
check the minimum cross-sec-
tions of the cable:

Cable length
m

Cross section

<16 A

<25 A

up to 20 m

ø1.5mm² ø2.5mm²

20 to 50 m

ø2.5mm² ø4.0mm²

Do not damage the mains 
power lead (e.g. by driving over 
it, pulling or crushing it).
Disconnect the power cord by 
pulling the plug only (do not 
pull or tug the power cord).

Electrical equipment

CAUTION!

Never spray electrical equip-
ment with water: danger for 
persons, risk of short-circuiting.

The washer may only be con-
nected to a correctly installed 
plug socket.

Switching on the washer may 
cause voltage fluctuations.
Voltage fl uctuations should not 
occur if the impedance at the 
transfer point is less than 0.1

7

If in doubt ask your local elec-
tricity supplier.

Maintenance and repair

CAUTION!

Always remove the plug from 
the mains plug socket before 
cleaning or carrying out mainte-
nance work on the washer.

Carry out only the maintenance 
operations described in the 
operating instructions. Use only 
original  spare parts.
Do not make any technical 
modifications to the high-pres-
sure washer.

Ensure that the machine is reg-
ularly serviced by Authorised  
dealers in accordance with the 
maintenace plan. Failure to do 
so will invalidate the warranty.

CAUTION!

High-pressure hoses, fittings 
and couplings are important for 
the safety of the washer. Use 
only high-pressure parts ap-
proved by the manufacturer!

If the power cord is damaged, 
it must be replaced by author-
ized Service or an electrician to 
avoid danger before use of the 
washer is continued.

Use only the type of power cord 
specified in Operating Instruc-
tions.

Please contact the Service de-
partment or an authorised spe-
cialist work-shop for all other 
maintenance or repair work!

Safety Devices

Unloader valve

Unacceptably high pressure is 
fed back without residual pres-
sure via a bypass line into the 
intake line of the pump when the 
safety device is tripped. 

The unloader valve is set and 
sealed at the factory and must 
not be adjusted.

 


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2.2 Operating elements

See fold-out page at front of 
these operating instructions.

2 Description

2.1 Purpose

This high-pressure washer has 
been designed for professional 
use within

– Trade
– Construction industry
– Small-scale farming

Always use the washer as 
described in these operating 
instructions. Any other use may 
damage the washer or the sur-
face to be cleaned or may result 
in severe injury to persons. 

1 Handle
2 Mains power lead
3 Spray handle
4 High-pressure hose
5 Spray lance
6 Supply water connection 

with water inlet filter

7 High pressure hose 

connection

8 Main switch

 


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3 Before starting the washer

3.1 Setting up the washer

1. Before using the washer for 

the first time, check it care-
fully to detect any faults or 
damage. 

2. In the event of any damage

contact your dealer 
immediately.

3. Check whether the oil level 

is between the minimum and 
maximum marks. If neces-
sary, add oil (see chapter 
8.3 for type of oil). NOTE: 
Set the machine in upright 
position when checking the 
pump oil.

3.2 Connecting the high

pressure hose

1. Screw the quick connec-

tor of the high pressure 
hose onto the nipple on the 
washer (7). 

3.3 Connecting the water

supply

Do not connect the washer 
directly to the public drink-
ing water mains. Observe the 
regulations of your water supply 
company to prevent backflow of 
water into the supply line.
A connection is permitted, 
however:

– briefly to a pipe interrupter 

with moving section

– with a free outlet

See chapter 8.3 Technical Data 
for required quantity of water 
and water pressure. 
In the case of poor water quality 
(sand, etc.), we recommend that 
a fine water filter is fitted in the 
water inlet.

1. Rinse the water supply hose 

briefly in order to prevent 
sand an other dirt particles 
entering into the machine.

2. Connect water supply hose 

to the machine (3/4").

3. Open water tap.

Max.

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4.2.2 Switching on the

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

1. Before connecting the deter-

gent intake set to the wash-
er, fill the hose with water.

2. Turn main switch to position 

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3.  Unlock the spray handle and 

activate it.

Max. suction height = 0 m. 

4 Operation

4.1 Connecting the spray

lance to the spray
handle

1. Pull the blue quick-release 

grip (A) of the psry handle 
forwards and lock it by turn-
ing it to the left.

2. Insert the nipple of the spray 

lance (C) into the quick-re-
lease connection and turn 
the blue quick-relese grip to 
the right (B).

3. Pull the psray lance (or 

other accessory) forwards to 
check that it is securely at-
tached to the spray handle.

4.2 Switching on the washer
4.2.1 Switching on the washer

when it is connected to a
water supply

1. Main switch

Turn the switch to position 
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2. Unlock the spray handle and 

activate it.

3. Lock the spray handle even 

during short pauses.

The washer switches off auto-
matically after the spray handle 
has been closed. To start the 
washer again, activate the 
spray handle.

NOTE!

Operate the spray handle sev-
eral times at short intervals to 
vent the system.

3.4 Electrical connection

1. Observe safety instructions 

in chapter 1.

2. Put the plug into the electri-

cal socket.

NOTE!

Always remove any dirt from 
the nipple before connecting 
the spray lance to the spray 
handle.

A

B

C

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5 After using the washer

5.1 Switching off the

washer

1. Turn the main switch to posi-

tion »

0

«.

2. Close water tap.

3. Activate the spray handle  

until the washer is depres-
surised.

4. Lock the safety catch on the 

spray handle.

5.2 Disconnecting supply

lines

1. Remove the water hose 

from the washer.

2. Pull out the plug from the 

electrical socket.

,

5.3 Storing the washer

(below 0°C)

1. Store the washer in a dry 

room without danger of frost 
or protect as below:

CAUTION!

If the high-pressure washer is 
stored in a room with tempera-
tures 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 spray lance.

3. Connect the suction hose to 

the water inlet of the washer 
and place it in a tank con-
taining anti-freeze.

4. Switch on the washer with 

the main switch in position 
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5. Hold the spray handle over 

the tank containing anti-
freeze and operate it to start 
suction.

6. During suction operate the 

spray handle two or three 
times.

7. Lift the suction hose from 

the tank containing anti-
freeze and operate the 
spray handle to pump off 
the remaining antifreeze. 

8. Switching off the washer

9. Disconnect the plug from 

the socket.

10. To avoid any risks, store 

the washer temporarily in a 
heated room before using it 
again.

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6.2.2 Checking the pump oil

level

1. Check whether the oil level 

is between the minimum and 
maximum marks. If neces-
sary, add oil (see chapter 
8.3 for type of oil).

6.2.3 Changing the pump oil

1.  Unscrew the oil drain plug 

(1) on the pump housing 
and dispose of the old oil in 
accordance with the dispos-
al regulations.

2. Fill with fresh oil and re-

mount the oil drain plug. 
Check the oil level.

Oil grade and capacity see 
chapter ‘8.3 Technical Data’.

6 Maintenance

6.1 Maintenance plan

6.2 Maintenance work
6.2.1 Cleaning water inlet

filter

A water filter is fitted on the 
water inlet to prevent large par-
ticles of dirt from entering into 
the pump. 

1. Unscrew the quick-release 

connection.

2. Remove the filter and rinse 

it. Replace damaged filter. 
Replace damaged filter.

Weekly

After the first 50
operating hours

Every six months

or 100 operating

hours

As required

6.2.1

Cleaning water inlet filter

Q

Q

6.2.2

Checking pump oil level

Q

6.2.3

Changing pump oil

Q

Q

Max.

Min.

 


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8 Further information

8.1

Recycling the cleaner

Make the old cleaner unusable 
immediately.
1. Unplug the cleaner.
2. Cut the power cord.
3. Do not discard of electrical 

appliances with household 
waste.

As specified in European 
Directive 2002/96/EC on 
old electrical and electron-

ic appliances, used electrical 
goods must be collected sepa-
rately and recycled ecologically. 
Contact your local authorities or 
your nearest dealer for further 
information.

7 Troubleshooting

Fault

Cause

Remedy

Pressure drop

>

Air in the system

Vent the system by operating 
the spray handle several times 
at short intervals. If necessary, 
operate the washer for a short 
time without the high-pressure 
hose connected.

>

High pressure nozzle blocked 
worn

Clean/replace the high 
pressure nozzle

Pressure fluctuations

>

Pump draws in air (only possible 
in suction mode)

Check that the suction set is 
air-tight

>

Lack of water

Open water tap

>

Water inlet hose is too long or its 
cross-section too small

Use specified water inlet hose

>

Lack of water caused by blocked 
water filter

Clean the water filter in the 
water connection (never work 
without water filter)

>

Lack of water because max. 
permissible suction height has 
not been heeded

See instructions

The motor does not start when the 
washer is switched on

>

The plug is not inserted properly, 
i.e. there is no current

Check the plug, lead and 
switch and if necessary have 
them replaced by a trained 
electrician

>

The mains fuse is switched off

Switch on the mains fuse

When the washer is switched on 
the motor buzzes without starting

>

The mains voltage is too low  

Have the electrical connection 
checked

>

The pump is blocked or frozen

Contact the  customer service

>

Incorrect cross-section or length 
of the extension lead

Use lead with correct cross 
section or length

The motor switches off

>

The overload protection has 
been activated due to overheat-
ing or overloading of the motor

Check that the mains vol-
tage and the washer voltage 
are the same. Switch off the 
washer and allow it to cool for 
at least 3 minutes

>

High-pressure nozzle is dirty

Change the high-pressure 
nozzle

Water outflow under the machine

>

Machine runs longer than 3 
minutes with spray handle 
closed

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8.2 Guarantee

Our general conditions of busi-
ness are applicable with regard 
to the guarantee. Subject to 

change as a result of technical 
advances.

8.3 Technical Specifications

8.4 EU Declaration of

Conformity

EU Declaration of Conformity

Product:

High Pressure Washer

Type:

Poseidon 2-24 Portable

Description:

230 V, 1~, 50 Hz - IP X5

The design of the unit corresponds to
the following pertinent regulations:

EC Machine Directive

98/37/EEG

EC Low-voltage Directive

73/23/EEG

EC EMV Directive                 2004/108/EEG

Applied harmonised standards:

EN 12100-1, EN 12100-2, EN 60335-2-79
EN 55014-1, EN 55014-2, EN 61000-3-2

Applied national standards and technical
specifications:

DIN EN 60335-2-79

Anton Sørensen

V.P. Technical Operations Europe

Nilfisk-ALTO 
Division of Nilfisk-Advance A/S
Industrivej 1
DK-9560 Hadsund

Hadsund, 2007-01-02

POSEIDON 2-24 PORTABLE

Voltage  

V

230 V / 1~ / 50 Hz 

Fuse (slow)

A

10

Power rating

kW

2.2

Power consumption

A

10

Protection type

IP X5

Working pressure

bar / Mpa

100 (10)

Permissible pressure

bar / Mpa

160 (16)

Volume flow Q

max

l/h

650

Volume flow Q

IEC

l/h

600

Cleaning Impact

kg/Force

2.4

High pressure nozzle

NT 0500

Max. water inlet temperature Intake-/Pressure operation

°C

40

Max. water inlet pressure

bar / MPa

10 (1)

Dimensions l x w x h

mm

555 x 300 x 280

Weight

kg

24

Noise level at a distance of 1m EN 60704-1

dB(A)

86.6

Sound power level LW

A

dB(A)

101

Vibration ISO 5349

m/s²

< 2.5

Recoil forces

N

24

Oil quantity

l

0.150

Oil type

HV68

 


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Nilfisk Advance Pty Ltd

48 Egerton Street

Silverwater NSW 2128

Ph: 1300 556 710

Email: customerservice@nilfisk-advance.com.au