LAVOR EG-M 3800 Electric Water Pump Instruction Manual

LAVOR EG-M 3800 Electric Water Pump

Product Information

• Product Name: EG-M 3800
• Product Type: Water Pump for Garden
• Languages: Italiano, English, Français, Deutsch, Español, Português, Nederlands, Norsk, Svenska, Dansk, Suomi, Ελληνικά, Русский, Polski, Čeština, Română, Türkçe

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions:

• Ensure the work area is clean and free from distractions.
• Do not use the product when tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
• Wear appropriate protective equipment, such as safety glasses and non-slip footwear.
• Avoid unintentional activation of the product by checking that the power switch is in the off position before connecting the power cord or carrying the product.
• Do not direct the water jet towards people or animals.

Use and Care of the Product:

• Do not overload the product.
• Follow the instructions for adjustments, accessory replacement, and storage to prevent accidental activations.
• Keep the product out of reach of children and do not allow inexperienced individuals to use it without reading the instructions.
• Perform necessary maintenance checks to ensure proper functioning of the product and that there are no blockages or misalignments in the moving parts. Please refer to the specific language section in the manual for detailed instructions on using the product.

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SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING

Read all safety warnings and all instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

Work area safety

1. Keep work area clean and well Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
2. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power Distractions can cause you to lose control.
3. Create stability for the appliance prior to any work on or with the appliance to prevent accidents or
4. Injury hazard! Place the appliance in a stable position; when using the

appliance in the vicinity of swimming- pools, garden ponds or other outdoor bodies of water, keep it at least 2 m from the water’s edge and protect it from falling into the water or flooding. This does not apply to submersible pumps, since they can be used immersed in water.

Electrical safety

1. Electrocution hazard! Only connect the appliance to an electrical power source compliant with the relevant standards (IEC 60364-1); during start-up, the appliance may generate interference on the electrical Only connect the appliance to a socket fitted with a residual current device rated at 30 mA or less. Use only electrical extension leads compliant with the relevant regulations, approved for outdoor use and with gauge at least equal to that of the appliance’s power cable. Power cables wound onto reels must be completely unwound.

2. Check the power cord with mains plug for damage before every If the power cord is damaged, please arrange immediately for the exchange by an authorized customer service or a skilled electrician.

3. All electrical sockets should be fixed in an area that is protected against floods.

4. Unsuitable electrical extension cables can be Only use electrical extension cables outdoors which have been approved and labelled for this purpose and have an adequate cable cross-section.

5. The mains plug and the coupling of an extension cable must be watertight and must never lie in Moreover, the coupling may never lie on the ground. The use of cable reels that ensure that the sockets are at least 60 mm above the ground is recommended.

6. Power tool plugs must match the Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

7. Do not abuse the 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.

8. The voltage indicated on the type plate must correspond to the voltage of the electrical

9. Do not touch feed fluids, the rope attached to the carrying handle as well as objects that are in contact with the feed fluid (e.g. pipelines extending into the water, railings, ).

10. Electrocution hazard! Do not touch the plug and/or socket with wet hands

11. Electrocution hazard! Do not point the water jet at the appliance, electrical parts or other electrical devices.

12. Short-circuit hazard! Do not use the appliance outdoors in the This does not apply to submersible pumps, which may also be used in the rain; however, it is essential to ensure that the connections of the plug and any extension leads used are protected from water splashes and flooding.

13. In Austria pumps to be used in swimming pools and garden ponds should be equipped with a fixed connection line according to ÖVE B/ EN 60555 Part 1 to 3; power supply should be via a ÖVEtested isolating transformer whereby the secondary nominal voltage should not exceed

14. The electrical connection of the system may only be performed by a qualified Please follow the respective national regulations!

Personal safety

1. Injury hazard! DO NOT allow the appliance to be used by children or persons with impaired physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or who do not have the necessary experience and knowledge. Children must not use the appliance as a Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children.
2. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
3. Use personal protective 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.
4. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
5. Injury hazard! Do not point the water jet at people or

Power tool use and care

1. Do not force the power 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.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source and from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. 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 Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
6. Turn off the appliance and remove the mains plug prior to any care and maintenance
7. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer or its service
8. In order to prevent accidents or injuries, mind the weight of the appliance during transport (see technical data).
9. In order to prevent accidents or injuries, mind the weight of the appliance when choosing the storage location (see technical data).

Service

1. a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is

Other risks

• DANGER: Danger of explosion. Do not pump corrosive, highly combustible or explosive fluids (e.g. petroleum, petrol, acids or nitro thinner).
• DANGER: Danger of Do not operate the device in fire or explosion- endangered surroundings.
• DANGER: Water that has been delivered with this appliance is no drinking water!
• DANGER: This can cause damage to the
• DANGER: Do not pump greases, oils and salt
• DANGER: Do not pump waste water from sanitary facilities and silty water with a lower flowability than clear
• DANGER: Do not pump water that has a higher temperature than 35°C.
• Injury hazard! Do not use the appliance unattended if there is the risk of fouling.

When using the pump, always observe the following safety instructions.

• Before use check the pump for Should the pump be damaged, it must not be used.
• Only connect the pump to an electric group which is protected with an earth leakage switch (30 mA).
• Do not use the pump in swimming pools or other places where persons could find themselves in the vicinity of the pump in the
• Do not use the pump in fish ponds or
• Never use the pump if no outlet pipe of min. 20 cm has been fitted.
• Never let the pump run
• Always remove the mains plug from the wall socket before moving or servicing the
• If the mains cable is damaged, it has to be replaced by the manufacturer, its aftersales service or a similarly qualified person, in order to avoid a
• The following symbols are used throughout this manualDenotes risk of personal injury or damage to the machine.

PROPER USE

Your water pump has been designed to pump clean water and waste water. The machine is

not suitable for pumping salt water.

The maximum water temperature is 35 °C. The pump is not intended for continuous use.

This appliance has been designed for use in private households and is not intended for commercial use.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages that may occur on account of improper use or wrong operations.

DESCRIPTION (FIG. A)

• On/off switch
• Handle
• Pump housing
• Drain hose connection 5 Filling point 6 Supply hose connection 7 Bleeding point

Positioning the pump (fig. A)

• Place the machine on a flat, stable Make sure that the machine is not positioned 4 m higher than the level of the liquid to be pumped.
• Place the machine on a rubber mat (or a comparable vibration-absorbing material) when using the machine in a permanent

set-up.

• Connect the supply and drain Mount the supply hose to connection (6) and the drain hose to connection (4).
• Place a suction valve with filter on the end of the supply hose to prevent the supply from clogging
• Place a check valve directly on the drain hose to prevent the pump from being damaged by water hammer.
• Place a shut-off valve downstream from the check valve to facilitate servicing
• Before installing or moving the pump always remove the mains plug from the wall socket.

Connecting the water hose (fig. A)

• Screw a water hose directly or via a reducing nipple to the connection
• Check whether the hose is connected properly
• Before connecting a water hose, always unplug the tool.

Filling the pump housing (fig. A)

Before each use the pump housing must be filled with water.

• Remove the screw from the filling point (5).
• Fill the pump housing with water until the level is equal to the edge of the filling
• Re-insert the screw and tighten it

Instructions for use

• Check whether the hoses are connected
• Make sure that the supply hose is approximately 0.5 m below liquid level.
• Fill the pump housing with

Switching on and off (fig. A)

• To switch the machine on, set the on/off switch (1) to ‘I’.
• To switch the machine off, set the on/off switch (1) to ‘0’.
• The pump has been fitted with a thermal protection. In case of overload the motor is switched off. After the motor has cooled down the pump automatically switches on again.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

The pump is maintenance free.

• Regularly clean the ventilation
• Defects must only be repaired by an authorised service

The pump must not be opened by the user.

Bleeding the pump housing (fig. A)

After each use the pump housing must be drained.

• Remove the water hoses
• Remove the screw from the bleeding point (7).
• Tilt the machine forward and empty the pump
• Reinsert the screw and tighten it

Never fully close the bleeding point if you leave the machine in an area colder than 0 °C.

IMPORTANT (FOR UK ONLY)

If the moulded 3 pin plug attached to this unit is damaged and needs replacing, it

is important that it is correctly destroyed and replaced by an approved BS 1363/5A fused plug and that the following wiring instructions are followed.

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

• blue       neutral
• brown     live
• green and yellow earth

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this unit may not correspond to the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

• The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
• The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
• The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter E or coloured

TECHNICAL DATA

Protection Class

Protection Degree LpA (sound pressure)

| Class

dB(A)

| I

IPX4

< 70

| I

IPX4

< 70

Weight| kg| 6,3| 6,3

Level of sound pressure measured according to ISO 3744.

GUARANTEE

This product has been thoroughly checked in the factory. After purchase date a full 2 year’s guarantee applies to material and production defects.

Guarantee conditions

If the product shows defects as a result of material and production defects during the period of guarantee, we guarantee free repair on condition that:

• the product has been used properly and for the purpose for which it has been
• repairs are professionally carried out by a person appointed by the
• the proof of purchase will be

Accessories and parts showing normal wear are not covered by any guarantee. If, during the period of guarantee, a defect emerges that cannot be repaired, free replacement of the product takes place.

DISPOSAL (WEEE)

As the owner of electrical or electronic equipment, the law (in accordance with the EU Directive 2012/19/EU on waste from electrical and electronic equipment and the national laws of the EU Member States that have implemented this Directive) prohibits you from disposing of this product or its electrical / electronic accessories as municipal solid waste and obliges you to make use of the appropriate waste collection facilities.The product can be disposed of by returning it to the distributor when a new product is purchased. The new product must be equivalent to that being disposed of. Disposing of the product in the environment can cause great harm to the environment itself and human health. The symbol in the figure indicates the urban waste containers and it is strictly prohibited to dispose of the equipment in these containers. Non- compliance with the regulationtis spulated in the Directive 2012/19/EU and the decrees implemented in the various EU Member States is administratively punishable Subject to change; specifications can be changed without further notice.

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