Karcher Balayeuse KM 75-40 W Bp Pack: Safety instructions

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The machine with working equipment 

must be checked to ensure that it is in 

proper working order and is operating 

safely prior to use. Otherwise, the appli-

ance must not be used.

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If the appliance is used in hazardous ar-

eas (e.g. filling stations) the corre-

sponding safety provisions must be ob-

served. It is not allowed to use the ap-

pliance in hazardous locations.

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The operator must use the appliance 

properly. The person must consider the 

local conditions and must pay attention 

to third parties, in particular children, 

when working with the appliance.

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Prior to starting work, the operator must 

ensure that all protective devices are 

properly installed and function correct-

ly.

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The operator of the appliance is liable 

for accidents with other individuals or 

their property.

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Ensure that the operator wears tight-fit-

ting clothes. Wear sturdy shoes and 

avoid wearing loose-fitting clothes.

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Check the immediate vicinity prior to 

starting (e.g. children). Ensure suffi-

cient visibility!

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Please remove the key, when not in 

use, to avoid unauthorised use of the 

appliance.

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The appliance may only be used by per-

sons who have been instructed in han-

dling the appliance or have proven 

qualification and expertise in operating 

the appliance or have been explicitly 

assigned the task of handling the appli-

ance.

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This appliance is not intended for use 

by persons (including children) with lim-

ited physical, sensoric or mental capac-

ities or lack of experience and/or skills, 

unless such persons are accompanied 

and supervised by a person in charge of 

their safety or if they received precise 

instructions on the use of this appli-

ance.

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Children should be supervised to pre-

vent them from playing with the appli-

ance.

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Danger

Risk of injury!

Danger of tipping if gradient is too high.

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The falling and rising gradients in the di-

rection of travel may not exceed 12%.

Danger of tipping on unstable ground.

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Only use the machine on sound surfac-

es.

Danger of tipping with excessive sideways 

tilt.

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The gradient perpendicular to the direc-

tion of travel should not exceed 12%.

The travel speed must be adapted to the 

existing conditions.

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Mind the weight of the appliance during 

transport.

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Disconnect the battery and securely 

fasten the device for transport.

Note:

 Warranty claims will be entertained 

only if you use batteries and chargers rec-

ommended by Kärcher.

– Always follow the instructions of the 

battery manufacturer and the charger 

manufacturer. Please follow the statu-

tory requirements for handling and dis-

posing batteries. 

– Never leave the batteries in a dis-

charged state; recharge them as soon 

as possible. 

– Always keep the batteries clean and dry 

to avoid creep currents. Protect the bat-

teries and avoid contact with impurities 

such as metal dust. 

– Do not place tools or similar items on 

the battery. Risk of short-circuit and ex-

plosion. 

– Always use 2 batteries of the same 

type!

– Do not work with open flames, generate 

sparks or smoke in the vicinity of a bat-

tery or a battery charging room. Danger 

of explosion. 

– Only use batteries with terminal cover. 

Restore terminal cover in the event of 

loss.

– Do not touch hot parts of the machine 

such as the drive motor (risk of burns). 

– Be careful while handling battery acid. 

Follow the respective safety instruc-

tions!

– Used batteries are to be disposed ac-

cording to the EC guideline 91/ 157 

EWG in an environment-friendly man-

ner. 

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Switch off the appliance and remove 

the ignition key prior to performing any 

cleaning or maintenance tasks on the 

appliance, replacing parts or switching 

over to another function.

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Always disconnect the battery when 

working on the electrics.

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Do not clean the appliance with a water 

hose or high-pressure water jet (danger 

of short circuits or other damage).

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Maintenance work may only be carried 

out by approved customer service out-

lets or experts in this field who are famil-

iar with the respective safety regula-

tions. 

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Please observe the local safety regula-

tions regarding portable commercially 

used appliances.

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Always use appropriate gloves while 

working on the device.

Safety instructions

Safety instructions concerning the 

operation

Safety information concerning the 

driving operation

Safety information concerning the 

transport of the appliance

Safety instructions for battery-

operated devices

Safety information concerning 

maintenance and care

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