Kärcher KM 105/100 R G Manual page 29

General notes
Your sales outlet should be informed about
any transit damage noted when unpacking
the product.
– 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.
Environmental protection
The packaging material can be
recycled. Please do not throw the
packaging material into house-
hold waste; please send it for re-
cycling.
Old appliances contain valuable
materials that can be recycled.
Please arrange for the proper re-
cycling of old appliances. Please
dispose your old appliances us-
ing appropriate collection sys-
tems.
Engine oil, diesel and petrol must not be
released into the environment. Protect the
ground and dispose of used oil in an envi-
ronmentally responsible way.
Notes about the ingredients (REACH)
You will find current information about the
ingredients at:
www.kaercher.com/REACH
Warranty
The warranty terms published by the rele-
vant sales company are applicable in each
country. We will repair potential failures of
your appliance within the warranty period
free of charge, provided that such failure is
caused by faulty material or defects in man-
ufacturing. In the event of a warranty claim
please contact your dealer or the nearest
authorized Customer Service centre.
Please submit the proof of purchase.
Accessories and Spare Parts
ATTENTION
To avoid risks, all repairs and replacement
of spare parts may only be carried out by
authorized customer service personnel.
– Only use accessories and spare parts
which have been approved by the man-
ufacturer. The exclusive use of original
accessories and original spare parts
ensures that the appliance can be oper-
ated safely and trouble free.
– At the end of the operating instructions
you will find a selected list of spare
parts that are often required.
– For additional information about spare
parts, please go to the Service section
at www.kaercher.com.
Symbols in the operating
instructions
DANGER
Warns about immediate danger which can
lead to severe injuries or death.
WARNING
Warns about possible danger which could
lead to severe injuries or death.
CAUTION
Points out a possibly dangerous situation
which can lead to light injuries or property
damage.
ATTENTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation,
which can lead to property damage.
Symbols on the machine
CAUTION
Risk of burns on account of
hot surfaces! Allow the ex-
haust to cool down sufficient-
ly before starting work on the
machine.
DANGER
Risk of fire!
Please do not sweep away
any burning substances such
as cigarettes, match sticks or
similar objects.
WARNING
Risk of being squeezed or
hurt at the belts, side-brush-
es, containers, machine cov-
er.
DANGER
Danger of tipping. Only empty
the waste container when the
appliance is placed on a level
and stable ground
DANGER
Risk of injury on account of
rotating roller brush. Open
the appliance hood only when
the engine has come to a halt.
CAUTION
Observe the fitting position of
the gas bottle! The connec-
tion or the ring opening must
point upwards.
WARNING
Secure the gas bottle after in-
stallation or replacement!
Close the clip-lock and se-
cure it by means of the safety
splint.
WARNING
Do not inhale exhaust gases
Tyre pressure
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Intake points for the jack
Lashing point
Proper use
The sweeper is intended for cleaning floor
surfaces for commercial use and e.g. for
the following fields of application:
 Car parks
 Production facilities
 Logistics areas
 Hotel
 Retail industry
 Storage areas
 Walkways
– Use this sweeper only as directed in
these operating instructions.
– The machine can only be used on pub-
lic highways with the StVZO extension
kit.
– Any use extending beyond this is not
considered as proper use. The manu-
facturer is not liable for any losses re-
sulting from this; the user alone bears
the risk for this.
– Petrol / diesel engin
e: The operation indoors is prohibited.
– Gas engine
: Operating the appliance indoors is
permitted if sufficient ventilation is en-
sured.
WARNING
Do not inhale exhaust gases. Only use
in interior spaces with sufficient ventila-
tion and instruct a second person for
supervisory purposes.
Gas bottles and appliance may only be
stored on ground level.
– The machine may not be modified.
– The machine is only suitable for use on
the types of surfaces specified in the
operating instructions.
– The machine may only be operated on
the surfaces approved by the company
or its authorised representatives.
– The following applies in general: Keep
highly-flammable substances away
from the appliance (danger of explo-
sion/fire).
Foreseeable misuse
– 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.
– 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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