Kärcher KM 120/250 R LPG Mode D'emploi page 27

 Park the sweeper on an even surface.
 Turn ignition key to "0" and remove it.
 Lock parking brake.
 Close the gas inlet.
Cleaning
CAUTION
Risk of damage!
 Do not clean the appliance with a water
hose or high-pressure water jet (danger
of short circuits or other damage).
Cleaning the inside of the machine
DANGER
Risk of injury!
 Wear dust mask and protective gog-
gles.
 Clean machine with a cloth.
 Blow through machine with com-
pressed air.
External cleaning of the appliance
 Clean the machine with a damp cloth
which has been soaked in mild detergent.
Note: Do not use aggressive cleaning
agents.
Maintenance intervals
Note: The elapsed-time counter shows the
timing of the maintenance intervals.
Maintenance by the customer
Note: Where maintenance is carried out by
the customer, all service and maintenance
work must be undertaken by a qualified
specialist. If required, a specialised Kärch-
er dealer may be contacted at any time.
Daily maintenance:
 Check engine oil level.
 Check the filling level in the coolant ex-
pansion tank.
 Check the sweeping roller and the side
brush for wear and wrapped belts.
 Check the centrifugal separator and the
air filter, clean if required.
 Check function of all operator control el-
ements.
 Check appliance for damages.
Weekly maintenance:
 Check gas lines, connections and joints
 Clean the water cooler.
 Clean the hydraulic oil cooler.
 Check hydraulic unit.
 Check the hydraulic oil level.
 Check brake fluid status.
 Check the pad for wear, replace if re-
quired.
 Check the container lid and lubricate it.
Maintenance following wear:
 Replace sealing strips.
 Readjust the side seals or replace
them.
 Replace roller brush.
 Replace side brush.
Note: For description, see section on Main-
tenance work.
Maintenance by Customer Service
Note: In order to safeguard warranty
claims, all service and maintenance work
during the warranty period must be carried
out by the authorised Kärcher Customer
Service in accordance with the mainte-
nance booklet.
Maintenance to be carried out after 50
operating hours:
 Have the first maintenance performed
by the customer service in accordance
with the inspection check list.
Maintenance after 250/500/1000/1500/
2000 operating hours:
 Have the maintenance performed by
the customer service in accordance
with the inspection check list.
Maintenance Works
Preparation:
 Park the sweeper on an even surface.
 Turn ignition key to "0" and remove it.
 Lock parking brake.
 Close the gas inlet.
General notes on safety
DANGER
Risk of injury!
 Always apply the safety rod when the
waste container is raised.
 Perform the safeguarding only from
outside the hazard zone.
1 Holder of safety rod
2 Safety rod
 Fold the safety rod for the high empty-
ing up and insert it into the holder (se-
cured).
Do not allow fluids such as mo-
tor oil, hydraulic oil, brake fluid,
diesel or coolant to enter the
soil. Please protect the environ-
ment and dispose of fluids in an
environmentally responsible
way.
Safety notes regarding the batteries
Please observe the following warning notes
when handling batteries:
Observe the directions on the
battery, in the instructions for
use and in the vehicle operat-
ing instructions!
Wear an eye shield!
Keep away children from acid
and batteries!
Risk of explosion!
Fire, sparks, open light, and
smoking not allowed!
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Danger of causticization!
First aid!
Warning note!
Disposal!
Do not throw the battery in the
dustbin!
DANGER
Risk of explosion!
 Only use batteries with terminal cover.
Restore terminal cover in the event of
loss.
DANGER
Risk of explosion!
 Do not place tools or similar items on
the battery. Risk of short-circuit and ex-
plosion.
DANGER
Risk of injury!
 Ensure that wounds never come into
contact with lead. Always clean your
hands after working on batteries.
DANGER
Risk of fire and explosion!
 Smoking and naked flames are strictly
prohibited.
 Rooms where batteries are charged
must have good ventilation because
highly explosive gas is emitted during
charging.
DANGER
Danger of causticization!
 Rinse thoroughly with lots of clear water
if acid gets into the eye or comes in con-
tact with the skin.
 Then consult a doctor immediately.
 Wash off the acid If it comes in contact
with the clothes.
Installing and connecting the battery
Normally, the machine is equipped with a
maintenance-free battery.
1 Positive terminal
2 Terminal cover
3 Negative terminal
 Insert battery in battery mount.
 Screw on mounts on battery base.
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