Machine Maintenance; Daily Maintenance; Periodic Maintenance; Annual Maintenance - Kärcher BRS 43/500C 115V Basic Manual

Maintenance
36. Verifying lifter cams are on correct side, reattach
handle assembly and belt covers.
37. Reattach dome cover.
38. Reattach solution tank and reconnect top hose.
39. If new belts were installed, run the machine
unloaded for 10 minutes to seat them properly.

Machine Maintenance

The Maintainer requires very little maintenance. Wipe
down the machine periodically with a clean cloth. DO
NOT spray water directly over the top of machine.
Deformation of the brush bristles can result in
unbalanced running and excessive vibrating or
jumping.
The machine is fitted with a circuit breaker. In the
unlikely event of overloading, the circuit breaker will
automatically trip. It can be reset after approximately 30
seconds (or when the machine cools down) by pushing
the set button located on the cover housing.

Daily Maintenance

1. Clean and inspect brushes.
2. Clean and inspect brush housing, debris tray and
machine. Rinse debris tray if needed.
3. Inspect power cord for wear or damage. This cable
will lie on wet carpet. To prevent electrical shock
replace cords that are frayed or have cracked insu-
lation immediately.
4. Flush the tank, pump and spray jet with hot water
(Deluxe only).
5. Clean Strainer.
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Periodic Maintenance

1. Check all handles, switches, electrical cables and
2. Inspect and/or replace brushes.
3. Check spray pattern. Clean or replace jet if the

Annual Maintenance

1. Check all bearings for noise and wear.
2. Check motor for operation.
3. Check overall machine for operation.
4. Check belts for wear and change belts every
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connections on your machine for damage. Repair
or replace immediately.
Replace brushes when main bristles are worn to
the same level as the yellow indicator bristles.
pattern is blocked or uneven
second year.