Karcher KM 90-60 R G Adv: Safety instructions

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The machine may only be operated on 

the surfaces approved by the company 

or its authorised representatives.

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The following applies in general: Keep 

highly-flammable substances away 

from the appliance (danger of explo-

sion/fire).

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Never vacuum up explosive liquids, 

combustible gases or undiluted acids 

and solvents. This includes petrol, paint 

thinner or heating oil which can gener-

ate explosive fumes or mixtures upon 

contact with the suction air. Acetone, 

undiluted acids and solvents must also 

be avoided as they can harm the mate-

rials on the machine.

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Never sweep/vacuum up reactive metal 

dusts (e.g. aluminium, magnesium, 

zinc), as they form explosive gases 

when they come in contact with highly 

alkaline or acidic detergents.

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The appliance is not suitable for sweep-

ing off hazardous substances.

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Do not sweep/vacuum up any burning 

or glowing objects.

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The machine may not be used or stored 

in hazardous areas. It is not allowed to 

use the appliance in hazardous loca-

tions.

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It is strictly prohibited to take co-pas-

sengers. 

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Pushing/pulling or transporting objects 

by means of this appliance is prohibit-

ed.

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Asphalt

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Industrial floor

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Screed

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Concrete

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Paving stones

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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 

observed. It is not allowed to use the 

appliance 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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Never leave the machine unattended 

so long as the engine is running. The 

operator may leave the machine only 

when the engine has come to a stand-

still, the machine has been protected 

against accidental movement, if neces-

sary, by applying the immobilization 

brake and the ignition key has been re-

moved.

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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 18%.

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 15%.

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Danger

Risk of injury!

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Please follow the special safety instruc-

tions in the Operating Instructions Man-

ual for petrol engine devices. 

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Do not close the exhaust. 

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Do not bend over the exhaust or touch 

it (risk of burns). 

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Do not touch the drive motor (risk of 

burns). 

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Ensure that there is adequate ventila-

tion or provision for diverting the ex-

haust gas while operating the appliance 

in closed rooms (risk of poisoning).

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Exhaust gases are poisonous and haz-

ardous to health, do not inhale them. 

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The engine requires approx. 3-4 sec-

onds to come to a standstill once it has 

been switched off. During this time, stay 

well clear of the working area.

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The engine is to be brought to a stand-

still and the appliance is to be fastened 

properly during transportation. 

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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 

regulations. 

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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.

The sweeper operates using the overthrow 

principle.

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The side brushes (3) clean the corners 

and edges of the surface, moving dirt 

and debris into the path of the roller 

brush.

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The rotating roller brush (4) moves the 

dirt and debris directly into the waste 

container (5).

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The dust raised in the container is sep-

arated by the dust filter (2) and the fil-

tered clean air is drawn off by the 

suction fan (1).

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The cleaning of the dust filter (2) takes 

place automatically.

Foreseeable misuse

Suitable surfaces

Safety instructions

Application

Operation

Drive mode

Appliances with combustion engine

Transport

Maintenance

Function

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