Contents
General notes ..................................................................
Function ...........................................................................
Intended use ....................................................................
Environmental protection .................................................
Warranty ..........................................................................
Accessories and spare parts............................................
Scope of delivery .............................................................
Safety instructions ...........................................................
Description of the unit ......................................................
Installation........................................................................
Initial startup ....................................................................
Operation .........................................................................
Transport..........................................................................
Storage ............................................................................
Care and maintenance ....................................................
Troubleshooting guide .....................................................
Accessories BD variant....................................................
Accessories BR variant....................................................
Accessories BD and BR variants .....................................
Technical data ..................................................................
Declaration of Conformity ................................................
General notes
Read these original operating instructions and the
enclosed safety instructions before using the device
for the first time. Proceed accordingly.
Keep both books for future reference or for future owners.
Function
This scouring and vacuum machine is used for wet cleaning of
level floors.
The device can be adjusted to suit the respective cleaning task
by setting the water volume and detergent volume appropriately.
The detergent dosing is adjusted via the amount added to the
tank.
The working width and the capacity of the fresh and waste water
tanks (see chapter " Technical data) enable effective cleaning
with a long working time.
The device has a drive motor.
Note
The device can be equipped with various accessories to suit the
respective cleaning task. Request a copy of our catalogue or visit
our Internet website at www.kaercher.com.
Intended use
This device is suitable for commercial and industrial use, e.g. in
hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices, and rental
companies. Use the device only in accordance with the informa-
tion in these operating instructions.
● The device may only be used for cleaning smooth surfaces
that are insensitive to water and polishing.
● The device is not suitable for cleaning frozen floors (e.g. in
cold stores).
● The device is not suitable for use in potentially explosive envi-
ronments.
● The device is approved for operation on surfaces with a max-
imum slope (see chapter ).
Environmental protection
The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of
packaging in accordance with the environmental regula-
tions.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valuable, recyclable
materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable
batteries or oil, which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can
pose a potential threat to human health and the environment. Howev-
er, these components are required for the correct operation of the ap-
pliance. Appliances marked by this symbol are not allowed to be
disposed of together with the household rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found at:
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www.kaercher.com/REACH
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The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales company
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apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on
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your appliance within the warranty period free of cost, provided
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that a material or manufacturing defect is the cause. In a warranty
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case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or
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the next authorised customer service site.
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(See overleaf for the address)
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Accessories and spare parts
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Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They en-
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sure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.
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Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at
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www.kaercher.com.
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Check the contents for completeness when unpacking. If any ac-
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cessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage,
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please notify your dealer.
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Safety instructions
Before using the device for the first time, read and observe these
operating instructions and the accompanying brochure: Safety in-
formation for brush cleaning units spray retraction devices, No.
5.956-251.0.
The device is approved for operation on surfaces with a specified
limited slope (see Chapter ).
WARNING
Risk of injury!
Device may tip over on sloping surfaces.
Do not operate the device on sloping surfaces.
The device may only be operated when the hood and all covers
are closed.
CAUTION
Missing or modified safety devices!
Safety devices are provided for your own protection.
Do not bypass, remove or render ineffective any safety devices.
The device switches off when the safety switch is released.
Pulling the key out of the key-operated switch secures the device
against unauthorised use.
Observe the following warnings when handling the batteries:
Observe notes in the instructions for the battery, on
the battery and in these operating instructions.
Wear eye protection.
Keep acids and batteries away from children.
Risk of explosion
Fire, sparks, open flames and smoking are prohibited.
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Warranty
Scope of delivery
Safety devices
Safety switch
Key-operated switch
Warning symbols
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