Refuelling; Operation; Operating Programs - Kärcher MIC 50 Manual

Steering wheel inclination adjustment pedal
1
Steering wheel height adjustment locking lever
2
1. Release the height adjustment locking lever and set the steer-
ing wheel to the desired height.
2. Lock the locking lever.
3. Press and hold the inclination adjustment pedal and set the
steering wheel to the desired inclination.
4. Release the pedal.
5. Check the locks prior to travel commencement.
7.6

Refuelling

DANGER
Risk of explosion
Do not refuel in confined spaces.
Do not smoke and avoid open flames.
Ensure that no fuel gets on hot surfaces.
1. Switch off the ignition.
2. Open the tank cap.
3. Fill with fuel.
Only the fuel specified in the operating instructions may be
used.
4. Wipe of any spilt fuel and close the tank cap.
8

Operation

DANGER
Danger of crushing
Make sure that no persons are present in the vicinity of the artic-
ulated joint or vehicle during operation.
When using the vehicle for towing, make sure that no persons are
located during operation between vehicle and trailer.
CAUTION
Risk of burns
Only use the vehicle if all panels are attached.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage due to overheated hydraulic oil or overheat-
ed motor!
In case of excessive hydraulic oil temperature or an excessive
coolant temperature, set the motor speed to idle mode (do not
switch off the motor).
Perform the measures in the "Malfunctions" section
ATTENTION
Risk of damage due to missing lubrication
If the warning light for the oil pressure lights up during operation,
immediately move the vehicle out of the danger zone, switch off
the motor immediately and rectify the fault.
CAUTION
Reduced stability due to attachments
Adjust the driving style.
8.1

Operating programs

ATTENTION
Only choose the operating program selection when the vehicle
has been shut down.
TRANSPORT MODE FAST
1
TRANSPORT MODE SLOW
2
WORKING MODE
3
CREEPING MODE
4
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Set the engine speed to low speed.
3. Travel direction selector switch to the NEUTRAL position
(switch at central position).
8.1.1 <Transport mode fast>
The travel speed is regulated using the accelerator. Max. 40 km/h
Note
In <Transport mode fast>, the traction of the vehicle is 50%; the
maximum travel speed is at 100%. The speed follows the engine
speed.
8.1.2 <Transport mode slow>
The travel speed is regulated using the accelerator. Maximum
speed approx. 20 km/h
Note
In <Transport mode slow>, the traction of the vehicle is 100%; the
maximum travel speed is at 50%. The speed follows the engine
speed.
8.1.3 <Working mode>
Max. 20 km/h
Note
MIC 70: More information on the <Working mode> is given in
chapter 6.8 MIC 70 multifunction display / display .
MIC 50: The engine speed can be adjusted using the hand throt-
tle lever, irrespective of the travel speed. The accelerator can be
used to override the set engine speed.
8.1.4 <Creeping mode>
Forwards: Max. 5 km/h
Reverse: Max. 10 km/h
Note
MIC 70: More information on the <Creeping mode> is given in
chapter 6.8 MIC 70 multifunction display / display .
MIC 50: The engine speed can be adjusted using the hand throt-
tle lever, irrespective of the travel speed. The accelerator can be
used to override the set engine speed.
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