Operation - Kärcher BDS 43/150 C Classic Manual

 Tilt the appliance rearward.
 Place the disc brush/driver plate onto
the actuator and turn in anti-clockwise
direction.
Fill the detergent tank (option)
WARNING
Risk of damage. Only use the recommend-
ed detergents. With other detergents, the
operator bears the increased risk regarding
the operational safety and danger of acci-
dent.
Only use detergents that are free from sol-
vents, hydrochloric acid and hydrofluoric
acid.
Follow the safety instructions for using de-
tergents.
 Fill detergent solution into the detergent
tank.

Operation

WARNING
Risk of injury! The operation of the appli-
ance requires practice.
– Ensure that there are no obstacles in
the area to be cleaned.
– Check the floor consistency for its suit-
ability.
– The handling becomes more difficult
with uneven or rough surfaces.
Adjust handle
WARNING
Risk of accident due to loss of control over
the appliance. Do not adjust the handle un-
less the motor is at a standstill.
 Pull the lever for level adjustment.
 Tilt the handle into a comfortable posi-
tion (arms outstretched).
 Release the lever for level adjustment.
Turning on the Appliance
ATTENTION
Risk of damage to the floor covering. Do
not operate the appliance on the spot.
 Insert the mains plug into a socket.
Note:
To unlock the ON/OFF switch, the handle
must be lowered at least 3 steps down from
upright position.
 Set handle to working height.
 Hold the handle with both hands.
 Press and hold the unlocking button.
 Use the ON/OFF switch.
 Release the unlocking button.
 Release the switch to interrupt opera-
tion.
Control the direction
– Left: Press the handle downward.
– Right: Raise the handle.
 Apply the detergent solution to the floor
or use the dosing lever of the detergent
tank (option).
 Move the appliance over the surface to
be cleaned.
 Repeat process for severe contamina-
tion.
 Afterwards, pick up the wastewater with
a wet vacuum or a cloth.
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EN
Cleaning
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