Karcher Balayeuse KM 130-300 R Bp: Before Startup

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1 Battery capacity

2 Battery control lamp

3 Control lamp operating state

4 Indicator lamp for position lights

5 Indicator lamp (not connected)

6 Indicator lamp for dipper

7 Indicator lamp (not connected)

8 Indicator lamp - forward driving direction

9 Indicator lamp - reverse driving direction

10 Operating hour counter

In order to perform different tasks, you may 

have to fold up the cab (optional) first.

Note

: The cab must only be tilted while the 

vehicle is on even ground (± 5 °).

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Open the cab lock.

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Tilt the cab up until the lock lever clicks 

into place.

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Unlock the lock lever prior to lowering 

the cab.

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Loosen parking brake; press brake 

pedal at the same time.

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Activate the parking brake; press brake 

pedal at the same time.

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Open engine cover.

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Turn the freewheel lever of the hydrau-

lic pump by 90 ° down on the side.

Caution

Do not move the machine for long distanc-

es without engaging self-propulsion; a 

speed of 10 km/h should not be exceeded.

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After moving, fold the freewheel lever 

up again.

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After moving, fold the freewheel lever 

up again.

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Park the sweeper on an even surface.

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Remove ignition key.

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Lock parking brake.

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Check battery charging status; charge 

batteries it if required (see Chapter 

"Charging the batteries").

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Check the sweeping roller and the side 

brush for wear and wrapped belts.

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Check the wheels for tied up belts.

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Check function of all operator control el-

ements.

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Check appliance for damages.

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Clean the dust filter with the filter clean-

ing button.

Note:

 For description, see section on Care 

and maintenance.

Please observe the following warning notes 

when handling batteries:

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Danger

Risk of explosion! Do not put tools or similar 

on the battery, i.e. on the terminal poles 

and cell connectors.

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Danger

Risk of injury! Ensure that wounds never come 

into contact with lead. Always clean your hands 

after having worked with batteries.

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Danger

Risk of fire and explosion!

–

Smoking and naked flames are strictly 

prohibited. 

–

Rooms where batteries are charged 

must have good ventilation because 

highly explosive gas is emitted during 

charging. 

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Danger

Danger of causticization!

–

Rinse thoroughly with lots of clear water 

if acid gets into the eye or comes in con-

tact with the skin.

–

Then consult a doctor immediately.

–

Wash off the acid If it comes in contact 

with the clothes.

Caution

Charge the batteries before commissioning 

the machine. 

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Danger

Risk of injury! Comply with safety regula-

tions on the handling of batteries. Observe 

the directions provided by the manufacturer 

of the charger.

Please read and follow the included operat-

ing instructions by the battery manufacturer 

and follow them.

Charge the battery only with an appropriate 

charger.

Rooms where batteries are charged must 

have good ventilation because highly ex-

plosive gas is emitted during charging. 

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Danger

Danger of chemical burns. Adding water to 

the battery in its discharged state can 

cause the acid to leak! Use safety glasses 

while handling battery acid and follow the 

safety instructions to avoid personal injury 

or damage to clothes. Should the acid 

spray on to the skin or clothes, rinse imme-

diately with lots of water.

Indicator lamps and display

Before Startup

Fold up the cab

Lock/ release parking brake

Moving sweeper without engaging 

self-propulsion

Moving sweeper by engaging 

self-propulsion

Start up

General notes

Inspection and maintenance work

Daily before starting operations

Before Startup

Safety notes regarding the batteries

Observe the directions on the 

battery, in the instructions for 

use and in the vehicle operat-

ing instructions!

Wear an eye shield!

Keep away children from acid 

and batteries!

Risk of explosion!

Fire, sparks, open light, and 

smoking not allowed!

Danger of causticization!

First aid!

Warning note!

Disposal!

Do not throw the battery in the 

dustbin!

Beware of dangerous electrical 

current!

Charge the batteries

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