Danger! - Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury.
104°F
(+40°C)
50°F
(+10°C)
Store the batteries only in dry rooms with an ambient temperature of 50°F to 104°F (+10°C to +40°C).
Place only fully charged batteries in storage (charged at least 40%).
When using the equipment, a number of safety
precautions must be observed to avoid injuries
and damage. Please read the complete operating
instructions and safety information with due care.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place
so that the information is available at all times. If
you give the equipment to any other person, hand
over these operating instructions and the safety
information as well. We cannot accept any liability
for damage or accidents which arise due to
failure to follow these instructions and the safety
information.
1. Safety information
DANGER!
Read all the safety information and
instructions. Failure to adhere to the safety
information and instructions set out below
may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious
injury. Keep all the safety information and
instructions in a safe place for future use.
General safety information for power tools
The term “power tool“ used in the safety
regulations refers to power tools operated from
the mains power supply (with a power cable) and
to battery operated power tools (without a power
cable).
1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
fl ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
2) Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodifi ed plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There
is an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the
cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging
the power tool. Keep cord away from
heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the
risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors,
use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for
outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp
location is unavoidable, use a ground
fault circuit interruptor (GFCI) protected
supply. Use of an GFCI reduces the risk of
electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while
you are tired or under the infl uence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure
the switch is in the Off -position before
connecting to power source and/or
BATTERY pack, picking up or carrying the
tool. Carrying power tools with your fi nger on
the switch or energizing power tools that have
the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench
before turning the power tool on. A wrench
or a key left attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelery or long hair
of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly
used. Use of these devices can reduce dust
related hazards.
h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent
use of tools allow you to become
complacent and ignore tool safety
principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the
correct power tool for your application.
The correct power tool will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch
does not turn it on and off . Any power tool
that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power
source and/or remove the battery pack,
if detachable, from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach
of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools and accessories.
Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may aff ect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are
easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and
tool bits etc., in accordance with
these instructions and in the manner
intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the power tool for operations diff erent
from intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces
dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do
not allow for safe handling and control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
5) Battery tool use and care
a) Recharge only with the charger specifi ed
by the manufacturer. A charger that is
suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fi re when used with another
battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with specifi cally
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and
fi re.
c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it
away from other metal objects, like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other
small metal objects that can make a
connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fi re.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, fl ush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
e) Do not use a BATTERY pack or tool that
is damaged or modifi ed. Damaged or
modifi ed batteries may exhibit unpredictable
behavior resulting in fi re, EXPLOSION or risk
of injury.
f) Do not expose a BATTERY pack or tool to
fi re or excessive temperature. Exposure to
fi re or temperature above 266°F (130°C) may
cause explosion.
g) Follow all charging instructions and do
not charge the BATTERY pack or tool
outside the temperature range specifi ed
in the instructions. Charging improperly or
at temperatures outside the specifi ed range
may damage the BATTERY and increase the
risk of fi re.
6) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a
qualifi ed repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
performed by the manufacturer or authorized
service providers.
Additional safety instructions
We pay a great deal of attention to the design
of every battery pack to ensure that we supply
you with batteries which feature maximum
power density, durability and safety. The battery
cells have a wide range of safety devices.
Each individual cell is initially formatted and its
electrical characteristic curves are recorded.
These data are then used exclusively to be able
to assemble the best possible battery packs.
Despite all the safety precautions, caution
must always be exercised when handling
batteries. The following points must be
obeyed at all times to ensure safe use.
Safe use can only be guaranteed if
undamaged cells are used. Incorrect
handling can cause cell damage.
Caution! Analyses confi rm that incorrect use and
poor care are the main causes of the damage
caused by high performance batteries.
Information about the battery
1. The battery pack supplied with your cordless
tool is not charged. The battery pack has to
be charged before you use the tool for the fi rst
time.
2. For optimum battery performance avoid low
discharge cycles. Charge the battery pack
frequently.
3. Store the battery pack in a cool place, ideally
at 59°F (15°C) and charged to at least 40%.
4. Lithium-Ion batteries are subject to a natural
ageing process. The battery pack must be
replaced at the latest when its capacity
falls to just 80% of its capacity when new.
Weakened cells in an aged battery pack are
no longer capable of meeting the high power
requirements and therefore pose a safety risk.
5. Do not throw battery packs into an open fi re.
There is a risk of explosion!
6. Do not ignite the battery pack or expose it to
fi re.
7. Do not exhaustively discharge batteries.
Exhaustive discharge will damage the battery
cells. The most common cause of deep
discharge is lengthy storage or non-use of
partly discharged batteries. Stop working as
soon as the performance of the battery falls
noticeably or the electronic protection system
triggers. Place the battery pack in storage
only after it has been fully charged.
8. Protect batteries and the tool from overloads. Overloads will quickly result
in overheating and cell damage inside the
battery housing without this overheating
actually being apparent externally.
9. Avoid damage and shocks. Replace
batteries which have been dropped from
a height of more than one meter or which
have been exposed to violent shocks without
delay, even if the housing of the battery pack
appears to be undamaged. The battery cells
inside the battery may have suff ered serious
damage. In this respect, please also read the
waste disposal information.
10. If the battery pack suff ers overloading and
overheating, the integrated protective cutoff will switch off the equipment for safety
reasons. Caution! Do not press the ON/OFF
switch any more if the protective cut-off has
actuated. This may damage the battery.
11. Use only original battery packs. The use
of other batteries may result in injuries,
explosion and a fi re risk.
12. Protect your rechargeable battery against moisture, rain and high humidity. Moisture,
rain and high humidity can cause dangerous
cell damage. Never charge or work with
batteries which have been exposed to
moisture, rain or high humidity – replace them
immediately.
13. If your equipment is fi tted with a detachable
battery, remove the battery for safety reasons
after you have fi nished your work.
Information on chargers and the charging
process
1. Please check the data marked on the rating
plate of the battery charger. Be sure to
connect the battery charger to a power supply
with the voltage marked on the rating plate.
Never connect it to a diff erent mains voltage.
2. Protect the battery charger and its cable from
damage and sharp edges. Have damaged
cables repaired without delay by a qualifi ed
electrician.
3. Keep the battery charger, batteries and the
cordless tool out of children‘s reach.
4. Do not use damaged battery chargers.
5. Do not use the supplied battery charger to
charge other cordless tools.
6. In heavy use the battery pack will become
warm. Allow the battery pack to cool to room
temperature before commencing with the
charging.
exceed the maximum charging times. These
charging times apply only to discharged
batteries. Frequent insertion of a charged
or partly charged battery pack will result in
over-charging and cell damage. Do not leave
batteries in the charger for more than 48
hours.
8. Never use or charge batteries if you
suspect that the last time they were
charged was more than 12 months
previously. There is a high probability
that the battery pack has already suff ered
dangerous damage (exhaustive discharge).
9. Charging batteries at a temperature below
50°F (10°C) will cause chemical damage to
the cell and may cause a fi re.
10. Do not use batteries which have heated
during the charging process, as the battery
cells may have suff ered dangerous damage.
11. Do not use batteries which have suff ered
curvature or deformation during the charging
process or which show other non-typical
symptoms (gassing, hissing, cracking,…)
12. Never fully discharge the battery pack
(recommended depth of discharge max.
80%) A complete discharge of the battery
pack will lead to premature ageing of the
battery cells.
13. Never charge the batteries unsupervised.
Protection from environmental infl uences
1. Wear suitable work clothes. Wear safety
goggles.
2. Protect your cordless tool and the battery charger from moisture and rain. Moisture
and rain can cause dangerous cell damage.
3. Do not use the cordless tool or the battery
charger near vapors and infl ammable liquids.
4. Use the battery charger and cordless tools
only in dry conditions and an ambient
temperature of 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C).
5. Do not keep the battery charger in places
where the temperature is liable to reach over
104°F (40°C). In particular, do not leave the
battery charger in a car that is parked in the
sunshine.
6. Protect batteries from overheating.
Overloads, over-charging and exposure to
direct sunlight will result in overheating and
cell damage. Never charge or work with
batteries which have been overheated –
replace them immediately if possible.
7. Storage of batteries, battery chargers and cordless tools. Store the charger and
your cordless tool only in dry places with an
ambient temperature of 50°F to 104°F (10°C
to 40°C). Store the Lithium-Ion rechargeable
battery in a cool and dry place at 50°F to 68°F
(10°C to 20°C). Protect them from humidity
and direct sunlight! Place only fully charged
batteries in storage (charged at least 40%).
8. Prevent the Lithium-Ion battery pack from
freezing. Battery packs which were stored
below 32°F (0°C) for more than 60 minutes
must be disposed of.
9. When handling batteries beware of
electrostatic charge: Electrostatic discharges
cause damage of the electronic protection
system and the battery cells. Avoid
electrostatic charging and never touch the
battery poles.
Battery Caution + Disposal
Disposal
Should your appliance need replacement after
extended use, do not dispose of it with the
household refuse, but in an environmentally safe
way.
Waste produced by electrical machine
items should not be handled like normal
household rubbish. Please recycle where
recycle facilities exist. Check with your local
authority or retailer for recycling advice.
Always dispose of your battery pack according
to federal, state, provincial and local regulations.
Contact a recycling agency in your area for recycling
locations.
CAUTION! Even discharged battery packs
contain some energy. Before disposing, use
electrical tape to cover the terminals to prevent
the battery pack from shorting, which could cause
a fi re or explosion.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury or
explosion, never burn or incinerate a battery
pack even if it is damaged, dead, or completely
discharged. When burned, toxic fumes and
materials are emitted into the surrounding
atmosphere.
1. Batteries vary according to device. Consult
your manual for specifi c information.
2. Install only new batteries of the same type in
your product (where applicable).
3. Failure to insert batteries in the correct
polarity, as indicated in the battery
compartment or manual, may shorten the life
of the batteries or cause batteries to leak.
or Rechargeable (Nickel Cadmium, Nickel
Metal Hydride, or Lithium-Ion) batteries.
6. Do not dispose of batteries in fi re.
7. Batteries should be recycled or disposed of
as per state, provincial and local guidelines.
When shipping or disposing of batteries and
cordless tools, always ensure that they are
packed individually in plastic bags to prevent
short circuits and fi res.
The equipment is not designed for use in
swimming pools and paddling pools of any
kind or other bodies of water in which people
or animals may be present during operation.
It is prohibited to operate the equipment if a
person or animal is in the danger area. Ask
your electrician!
Danger!
Always inspect the equipment visually before
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using it. Do not use the equipment if safety
devices are damaged or worn. Never disable
any safety devices.
Use the equipment only for the purposes
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indicated in these operating instructions.
You are responsible for safety in the work
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area.
Remove the batteries before starting any
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work on the equipment.
Do not expose the equipment to a direct jet
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of water.
The operator is responsible for complying
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with local safety and installation regulations.
(Ask an electrician if you are in any doubt.)
The user is required to take suitable
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measures (e.g. installing an alarm system
or a reserve pump, etc.) to prevent damage
arising as a result of flooded rooms in the
event of faults with the equipment.
In the event of a failure of the equipment,
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repair work may only be carried out by an
electrician or by service technician.
The unit must never run dry or be used
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when the intake line is closed fully. The
manufacturer’s warranty does not cover
damage caused to the unit as a result of
running it dry.
The pump must not be used to operate
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swimming pools.
The equipment must not be installed in the
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drinking water pipe line.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Explanation of the symbols used (see Fig. 5)
1 Switch position I: Pump setting 1 (ECO)
2 Switch position II: Pump setting 2 (BOOST)
2. Layout and items supplied
2.1 Layout
1. Water drain screw
2. Intake connection
3. Water fi ller screw
4. Discharge connection
5. ECO/Off /BOOST switch
6. Carry-handle
7. Battery cover
8. Battery pack (not supplied)
9. Pushlock button
10. Battery capacity indicator
11. Battery capacity indicator button
12. Brass adapter (1" NPT male x ¾" GHT male)
2.2 Items supplied
Please check that the article is complete as
specifi ed in the scope of delivery. If parts are
missing, please contact our service center or the
store where you made your purchase at the latest
within 5 work days after purchasing the article and
upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase.
Open the packaging and take out the
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equipment with care.
Remove the packaging material and any
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packaging and/or transportation braces (if
present).
Check to see if all the items are supplied.
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Inspect the equipment and accessories for
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transport damage.
If possible, keep the packaging until the end
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of the guarantee period.
Danger!
The equipment and packaging material are
not toys. Do not let children play with plastic
bags, plastic sheets and small parts. There is
a risk of choking and suff ocating!
18V 3.0Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 4.0Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 3.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 4.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 5.2Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 4.0Ah/6.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 5.0Ah/8.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V PXC Dual Port Fast Charger
18V PXC Fast Charger
Contact your local retailer for more specifi c
models of batteries and charger available in your
area. You can also explore battery + charger
options at Einhell.com.
3. Intended use
Range of applications:
For irrigating and watering landscaped areas,
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vegetable beds and gardens.
For operating lawn sprinklers.
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With coarse filter for drawing water from
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ponds, streams, rainwater butts, rainwater
cisterns and wells.
For supplying service water.
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Transport media:
For the pumping of clear water (freshwater),
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rainwater and mild suds/service water.
The maximum temperature of the fluid
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must not exceed +35°C (95°F) if the unit is
operated permanently.
Do not use the equipment to pump
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inflammable, gassing or explosive fluids.
The pumping of aggressive liquids (acids,
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alkalis, silo seepage, etc.) as well as liquids
with abrasive substances (sand) must
likewise be avoided.
This equipment is not designed to convey
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drinking water.
The machine must only be used for its intended
purpose. Any other use beyond this scope is not
compliant. It is the user/operator who is liable
for all damage or injury of any kind resulting
therefrom and not the manufacturer.
4. Technical data
Voltage ................................... 36V (2x18V)
Maximum fl ow rate ...................3000 l/h (50 l/min)
Maximum suction head ................. 55.7 ft. (17 m)
Maximum delivery pressure .... 24.7 PSI (1.7 bar)
Maximum total head ........................ 26.2 ft. (8 m)
Pump setting 2 (BOOST)
Maximum fl ow rate ...................3000 l/h (50 l/min)
Maximum suction head .................. 85.3 ft. (26 m)
Maximum delivery pressure ..... 37.7 PSI (2.6 bar)
Maximum total head ........................ 26.2 ft. (8 m)
5. Before starting the equipment
The equipment is supplied without batteries
and without a charger.
As a basic principle, we recommend the use of
a preliminary fi lter and a suction set with suction
hose, intake cage and non-return valve, in order
to prevent long priming periods and unnecessary
damage to the pump as a result of stones and
solid foreign bodies.
To ensure that the connections provide optimum
performance without any leaks, the adapter
connections must be sealed using PTFE sealing
tape.
Make sure that the male thread is clean.
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Affix the PTFE sealing tape in the direction of
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the thread (clockwise).
Keep the PTFE sealing tape under tension
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when affixing it.
The layers of the PTFE sealing tape should
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overlap by half in each case.
Please note that our appliances have not been
designed for commercial, artisanal or industrial
use. We do not grant any guarantee if the
appliance is used in commercial, artisanal or
industrial enterprises or for equivalent activities.
discharge connection (4) and tighten it with
an open-ended wrench of the right size to
prevent any possibility of leaks.
Caution! Connecting the brass adapter to the
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equipment incorrectly may lead to reduced
output (delivery rate, height and pressure and
suction height).
5.2 Connecting an intake line
Fasten a 3⁄4" intake hose (Optional plastic
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hose with spiral reinforcement- Einhell article
number 4173642) to the 1¼" NPT (male)
intake connection of the equipment.
The intake hose used should be equipped
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with an intake valve. If the intake valve
cannot be used, a non-return valve should be
installed in the intake line.
Position the intake line so that it rises from
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the water withdrawal point to the equipment.
Avoid positioning the intake line higher than
the pump, as this would delay the escape of
air bubbles from the intake line and impede
the priming process.
Install the intake and discharge lines in such
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a way that they do not exert any mechanical
pressure on the equipment.
The intake valve should be low enough in the
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water to ensure that if the water level falls, the
unit will not run dry.
A leaking intake line will draw in air and
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therefore not draw in any water.
Prevent the intake of foreign bodies (sand,
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etc.). If necessary, install a coarse filter for
this purpose.
5.3 Connecting a discharge line
A discharge line (min. 3⁄4" (approx. 19 mm))
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must be connected to the 1" NPT (female)
discharge connector of the equipment either
directly or with the aid of the included 3⁄4" -
11.5 GHT discharge side adapter.
You can also use a ½” (approx. 13 mm)
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discharge line if you use the relevant
couplings. The pump rate is reduced when
using the smaller discharge line.
During the priming process, the shut-off
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devices present in the discharge line (spray
nozzles, valves, etc.) must be completely
open so that the air in the intake line can
escape freely.
5.4 Fitting the battery (Fig. 2)
Open the battery cover.
Press the side pushlock button (9) of the battery
pack (8) as shown in Fig. 2 and push the battery
pack into the mount provided. When the battery
pack (8) is positioned as in Fig. 2, make sure
that the pushlock button (9) latches in place! To
remove the battery pack (8), proceed in reverse
order.
Important!
Use only batteries which are charged to the same
level. Never combine full and halff ull batteries.
Always charge the two batteries simultaneously.
The equipment's operating time depends on
the battery with the lower charge level. The two
batteries must always be fully charged before use.
6. Operation
6.1 ECO/Off /BOOST setting switch (Fig. 1/
Item 5)
Switch position 0: Off
Switch position I: Pump setting 1 (ECO)
Switch position II: Pump setting 2 (BOOST)
Important!
Selecting pump setting 2, increases the maximum
delivery pressure, but it reduces the maximum
operating time of the batteries as a result.
6.2 Using for the fi rst time
Install the equipment on a solid and level
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surface.
Fill the pump housing with water via the
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water filler screw (3). Filling the intake line will
accelerate the priming process.
All the shut-off devices in the discharge line
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(spray nozzle, valves, etc.) must be fully
opened during intake in order to permit all air
to escape from the intake line.
The intake process starts automatically after
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you press the ECO/Off/BOOST setting switch
(5). Water can be suctioned in for up to 5
minutes (maximum suction height).
If the pump is removed after use, it is
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essential that it is filled with water again the
next time it is connected and started.
Switch the pump off again after use by positioning
the setting switch (5) to the Off (0) position and
allow the pump to cool down.