Safety Instructions - Kärcher KM 150/500 R Bp Manual

These are short operating in-
structions for loading and re-
English
loading procedures. They will provide
necessary information for the driving
operation of the sweeper.
Prior to startup and for regular driving oper-
ation, please refer to the original operating
instructions of the appliance:
5.964-128.0 (KM 150/500 R Bp)
Before first start-up it is definitely neces-
sary to read the safety indications Nr.
5.956-250!

Safety instructions

General notes
Warning and information plates on the
–
machine provide important directions
for safe operation.
In addition to the information contained
–
in the operating instructions, all statuto-
ry safety and accident prevention regu-
lations must be observed.
Unloading tips
Danger
Risk of injury, risk of damage!
Observe the weight of the appliance when
you load it!
Weight (without batteries)
Weight (with batteries)
* If upgrade kits are installed, the weight is
respectively higher.
Do not use a forklift.
Use a suitable ramp or a crane to load
the appliance!
Observe when using a ramp:
Ground clearance 70 mm.
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.
Drive mode
Danger
Risk of injury, risk of damage!
Danger
Risk of injury!
Danger of tipping if gradient is too high.
The gradient in the direction of travel
–
should not exceed 12%.
Danger of tipping when driving round
bends at high speed.
Drive slowly when cornering.
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Danger of tipping on unstable ground.
Only use the machine on sound surfac-
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es.
Danger of tipping with excessive sideways
tilt.
The gradient perpendicular to the direc-
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tion of travel should not exceed 10%.
It is important to follow all safety instruc-
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tions, rules and regulations applicable
for driving motor vehicles.
The operator must use the appliance
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properly. He must consider the local
conditions and must pay attention to
third parties, in particular children, when
working with the appliance.
The appliance may only be used by per-
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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.
The appliance must not be operated by
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children, young persons or persons
who have not been instructed accord-
ingly.
It is strictly prohibited to take co-pas-
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sengers.
Ride-on appliances may only be started
–
after the operator has occupied the driv-
er's seat.
Please remove the ignition key, when
not in use, to avoid unauthorised use of
the appliance.
Never leave the machine unattended
so long as the engine is running. The
operator may leave the appliance only
when the engine has come to a stand-
still, the appliance has been protected
against accidental movement, if neces-
1398 kg*
sary, by applying the immobilization
2488 kg*
brake and the ignition key has been re-
moved.
Battery-operated machines
Note: Warranty claims will be entertained
only if you use batteries and chargers rec-
ommended by Kärcher.
Always follow the instructions of the
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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
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the battery. Risk of short-circuit and ex-
plosion.
Do not work with open flames, generate
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sparks or smoke in the vicinity of a bat-
tery or a battery charging room. Danger
of explosion.
Do not touch hot parts of the machine
–
such as the drive motor (risk of burns).
Be careful while handling battery acid.
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Follow the respective safety instruc-
tions!
Used batteries are to be disposed ac-
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cording to the EC guideline 91/ 157
EWG in an environment-friendly man-
ner.
Symbols in the operating instruc-
Danger
Immediate danger that can cause severe
injury or even death.
Warning
Possible hazardous situation that could
lead to severe injury or even death.
Caution
Possible hazardous situation that could
lead to mild injury to persons or damage to
property.
1
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tions
Symbols on the machine
Risk of burns on account of
hot surfaces! Allow the ex-
haust to cool down sufficiently
before starting work on the
machine.
Always use appropriate
gloves while working on the
device.
Risk of getting squeezed on
account of getting jammed
between vehicle parts.
Risk of injury on account of
moving parts. Do not reach in.
Risk of fire. Do not vacuum up
any burning or glowing ob-
jects.
Chain pick-up / crane point
Intake points for the jack
Brush roller adjustment
Maximum decline of ground
when driving with the waste
container raised.
The gradient in the direction
of travel should not exceed
12%.
Caution! Rotating brush
(watch for rotation direction).
Beware of dangerous electri-
cal current!