Karcher KM 130-300 R Bp: Contents

     

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Please read and comply with 

these original instructions prior 

to the initial operation of your appliance and 

store them for later use or subsequent own-

ers.

Before first start-up it is definitely neces-

sary to read the safety indications no. 

5.956-250!

Your sales outlet should be informed about 

any transit damage noted when unpacking 

the product.

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Warning and information plates on the 

machine provide important directions 

for safe operation.

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In addition to the information contained 

in the operating instructions, all statuto-

ry safety and accident prevention regu-

lations must be observed.

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Danger

Risk of injury, risk of damage!

Observe the weight of the appliance when 

you load it!

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 Do not use a forklift.

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Use a suitable ramp or a crane to load 

the appliance!

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Observe when using a ramp:

Ground clearance 70 mm.

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If the machine is delivered on a pallet, 

you must create an unloading ramp us-

ing the boards provided.  

You will find the instructions for this pro-

cedure on page 2 (inside of cover).

Important instruction

: every board 

must be attached with at least 2 screws.

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Danger

Risk of injury, risk of damage!

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Danger

Risk of injury!

Danger of tipping if gradient is too high.

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The gradient in the direction of travel 

should not exceed 14 %.

Danger of tipping when driving round 

bends at high speed.

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Drive slowly when cornering.

Danger of tipping on unstable ground.

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Only use the machine on sound surfaces.

Danger of tipping with excessive sideways 

tilt.

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The gradient perpendicular to the direc-

tion of travel should not exceed 10%.

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It is important to follow all safety instruc-

tions, rules and regulations applicable 

for driving motor vehicles. 

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The operator must use the appliance 

properly. He must consider the local 

conditions and must pay attention to 

third parties, in particular children, when 

working with 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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The appliance must not be operated by 

children, young persons or persons 

who have not been instructed accord-

ingly.

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It is strictly prohibited to take co-pas-

sengers. 

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Ride-on appliances may only be started 

after the operator has occupied the driv-

er's seat. 

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Please remove the ignition key, when 

not in use, to avoid unauthorised use of 

the appliance. 

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Never leave the machine unattended 

so long as the engine is runningThe op-

erator may leave the appliance only 

when the engine has come to a stand-

still, the appliance has been protected 

against accidental movement, if neces-

sary, by applying the immobilization 

brake and the ignition key has been re-

moved. 

Note:

 Warranty claims will be entertained 

only if you use batteries and chargers rec-

ommended by Kärcher.

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Always follow the instructions of the 

battery manufacturer and the charger 

manufacturer. Please follow the statu-

tory requirements for handling and dis-

posing batteries. 

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Never leave the batteries in a dis-

charged state; recharge them as soon 

as possible. 

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Always keep the batteries clean and dry 

to avoid creep currents. Protect the bat-

teries and avoid contact with impurities 

such as metal dust. 

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Do not place tools or similar items on 

the battery. Risk of short-circuit and ex-

plosion. 

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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. 

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Do not touch hot parts of the machine 

such as the drive motor (risk of burns). 

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Be careful while handling battery acid. 

Follow the respective safety instruc-

tions!

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Used batteries are to be disposed accord-

ing to the EC guideline 91/ 157 EWG in an 

environment-friendly manner. 

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Only use accessories and spare parts 

which have been approved by the man-

ufacturer. The exclusive use of original 

accessories and original spare parts 

ensures that the appliance can be oper-

ated safely and trouble free.

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At the end of the operating instructions 

you will find a selected list of spare 

parts that are often required. 

Contents

Safety instructions  . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  1

General notes . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  1

Symbols on the machine

EN  . .  2

Symbols in the operating in-

structions. . . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  2

Function  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  2

Proper use  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  2

Suitable surfaces. . . . . . 

EN  . .  2

Environmental protection  . . 

EN  . .  2

Operating and Functional Ele-

ments  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  3

Illustration of sweeper . . 

EN  . .  3

Operating field. . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  3

Function keys  . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  3

Indicator lamps and display EN  . .  4

Before Startup. . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  4

Fold up the cab . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  4

Lock/ release parking brake EN  . .  4

Moving sweeper without en-

gaging self-propulsion . . 

EN  . .  4

Moving sweeper by engag-

ing self-propulsion . . . . . 

EN  . .  4

Start up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  4

General notes . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  4

Inspection and maintenance 

work. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  4

Before Startup. . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  4

Safety notes regarding the 

batteries  . . . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  4

Charge the batteries . . . 

EN  . .  4

Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  5

Adjusting driver's seat . . 

EN  . .  5

Programme selection  . . 

EN  . .  5

Starting the machine . . . 

EN  . .  5

Drive the machine . . . . . 

EN  . .  5

Sweeping mode  . . . . . . 

EN  . .  6

Emptying waste container

EN  . .  6

Turn off the appliance . . 

EN  . .  6

Transport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  6

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  6

Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  6

Maintenance and care  . . . . 

EN  . .  7

General notes . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  7

Cleaning  . . . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  7

Maintenance intervals . . 

EN  . .  7

Maintenance Works  . . . 

EN  . .  7

EC Declaration of Conformity

EN  . .  9

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

EN  . .  9

Troubleshooting  . . . . . . . . . 

EN  .  10

Technical specifications  . . . 

EN  .  11

Safety instructions

Risk of hearing impairment. 

Always use proper ear-pro-

tection aids while working 

with the appliance.

General notes

Unloading tips

Weight (without batteries)

840 kg* 

Weight (with batteries)

1,300 

kg*

* If upgrade kits are installed, the weight is 

respectively higher.

Drive mode

Battery-operated machines

Accessories and Spare Parts

14 EN