Karcher KM 85/50 W B - Manual (Page 3)

Operating instructions KM 85/50 W B English
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For your own safety!
General notes
It is mandatory to read and
observe this prior to using the
appliance!
— Notify your sales outlet if during
unpacking you detect damage
that has occurred in transit.
Read the operating instructions
of your appliance prior to putting
it into operation, especially the
safety information.
—
The danger and caution signs
attached to the appliance give
important tips on its safe
operation.
—
In addition to the instructions in
the operating instructions,
general safety- and accident
prevention-regulations from
lawgivers must be followed.
—
To increase your safety during
work on downward slopes with a
gradient greater than 2% we
recommend installation of the
additional brake 2.640-301.0
accessory kit (ABS).
Use
Prior to utilization the appliance
and its working facilities must be
checked regarding their proper
condition and that they operate
safely. It must not be used if its
condition is not faultless.
—
No modifications permitted on the
machine.
—
Never absorb explosive liquids,
inflammable gases or undiluted
acids and solvents! This includes
petrol, paint thinner or fuel oil,
which can form explosive fumes
due to the swirling suction air, in
addition acetone, undiluted acids
and solvents, since they corrode
the materials used for the
appliance.
— Do not sweep up/absorb burning
or smouldering objects.
Only if expressely marked is this
appliance suitable for sucking up
health-hazardous dusts.
Comply with notices concerning
safety regulations given in the
operating instructions.
—
Suitable only for the surfaces
listed in the operating
instructions.
—
The appliance may be used on
only the areas cleared for its use
by the factory owner or a person
authorized by him.
—
Keep clear of the danger area. Its
operation in explosion hazardous
locations is prohibited.
—
The following applies generally:
Keep highly inflammable
materials away from the machine
(explosion/fire hazard).
Operation
—
The rules, regulations and
stipulations applying to motor
vehicles must always be
observed.
—
The operator must use the unit in
accordance with its intended
purpose. She must adapt her
mode of operation to the local
conditions and when working with
the appliance keep a look out for
third parties, especially children.
—
The unit can reverse and drive
forwards at the same speed.
Therefore, take care when pulling
back push handle for reversing.
—
The appliance may only be used
by persons instructed in its
handling or who have proved
their capability of operating it and
who are expressely authorized to
use it.
—
The unit must not be operated by
children and youths.
The appliance must never be left
unattended as long as the motor
is running. The operator may not
leave the unit unless the engine
is shut down, the unit is secured
against inadvertent motions and,
if necessary, the parking brake is
applied.
— On slopes the angle of inclination
to the side and in the direction of
motion must not exceed the
value given in the operating
instructions.
Transport
The motor must be turned off
when the appliance is
transported.
To lock the parking brake.
Secure the machine with guy
belts, ropes or chains.
Immobilise the machine at the
wheels with chocks.
Maintenance
—
Repairs may only be carried out
by approved customer service
centres or by technical personnel
trained in this field which are
familiar with all relevant safety
regulations.
—
Industrially used appliances in
changing locations are subject to
the safety inspection according to
VDE 0701.
— The unit must be switched off
prior to cleaning the unit and
performing maintenance work on
it, or setting it to another
operation.
—
Unless expressly permitted, the
unit may not be cleaned with
hose or high-pressure water jets
(danger of short-circuits or other
impairments).
Accessories and spare parts
—
Only accessories and spare parts
cleared by the manufacturer may
be used. Genuine accessories
and spare parts guarantee that
the unit can be operated safely
and trouble-free.
Combustion engine
The exhaust opening must not be
sealed.
Do not bend over or touch the
exhaust opening (danger of
burns).
Do not touch or grasp the drive
motor (danger of burns).
Adequate ventilation and
extraction of exhaust must be
provided when operating the unit
indoors. (Danger of poisoning)
Exhaust gases are toxic and
damaging to health; do not inhale
them.
The engine takes approx. 3...4 s
to run down after being shut off. It
is imperative to keep away from
the area of the drive unit during
this period!
Observe the following when
refuelling:
Only the fuel specified in the
operating instructions may be
used. An explosion hazard exists
with unsuitable fuels.
The engine must be switched off.
Do not fill-in fuel in closed rooms.
Make sure that no fuel comes
into contact with hot surfaces.
Do not use any burning or
smouldering objects during filling
up or carry them with you or bring
them in the vicinity of the
appliance (explosion hazard).
Fill the tank at the most 1 cm
below the lower edge of the filler
neck, since the fuel expands in
heat.
Wipe off spilled over fuel and
close tank cap tightly.