Safety devices
CAUTION
Missing or modified safety devices!
Safety devices are provided for your own protection.
Do not bypass, remove or render ineffective any safety de-
vices.
Emergency off
Note
Remove the Intelligent Key for an immediate shutdown
(emergency off).
Driving lever
The travel drive and the brush drive switch off when the
driving lever is released.
Symbols on the device
DANGER
Charging process
Electric shock
Do not remove the pole protection caps from the
battery poles.
Ensure correct installation
ATTENTION
Risk of damage
Water damages the suction turbine
Make sure that no water enters an opening
marked in this way.
Notes on the battery (rechargeable battery) and
The Li-Ion version has built-in lithium-ion batteries. These
are subject to special criteria. Removal and installation as
well as testing of defective batteries may only be carried
out by Kärcher customer service or a qualified specialist.
For storage and transport instructions, please contact your
Kärcher Customer Service.
DANGER
Modifications and alterations to the device are not permitted.
You must not open the battery, there is a danger of a short circuit.
Irritating vapours or corrosive liquids can also escape.
Do not expose the battery to strong sunlight, heat or fire.
There is a danger of explosion.
Do not operate the charger in an explosion-hazard envi-
ronment.
Do not use a dirty or wet charger.
Ensure sufficient ventilation during the charging process.
Danger of explosion. Keep naked flames away from the
battery or the battery charging room, and do not generate
sparks or smoke in the vicinity of a battery of a battery
charging room.
Danger of explosion. Do not place any tools or objects on
the battery, i.e. on the end poles and cell connectors.
WARNING
Check the device and the mains cable for damage before
each use. Do not use damaged devices and have dam-
aged parts repaired by qualified personnel only.
Keep children away from batteries and charger.
Do not charge damaged batteries. Have damaged batter-
ies replaced by Kärcher customer service.
Do not throw a defective battery in the household rubbish.
Inform Kärcher Customer Service.
charger
Avoid contact with fluid leaking from defective batteries. In
case of accidental contact, rinse the liquid with water. In
case of contact with the eyes, consult a doctor as well.
CAUTION
Be sure to observe these operating instructions. Adhere to
the recommendations of the legislature regarding the han-
dling of batteries.
The mains voltage must match the voltage indicated on the
type plate of the device.
Use the charger for charging approved battery packs only.
Operate the battery only with this device. It is forbidden
and dangerous to use it for other purposes.
Observe the following warnings when handling the batteries:
Observe notes in the instructions for the battery,
on the battery and in these operating instruc-
tions.
Wear eye protection.
Keep acids and batteries away from children.
Risk of explosion
Fire, sparks, open flames and smoking are pro-
hibited.
Risk of acid burns
First aid.
Warning
Disposal
Do not throw batteries in the bin.
Overview of the device
Illustration A
Detergent canister (DOSE variant only)
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Detergent suction hose (DOSE variant only)
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Fresh water tank filling hole with cap and integrated
3
measuring cup
Turbine screen
4
Hose holder
5
Fresh water filling hose
6
Tank ventilation flap
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Waste water tank flushing system water connection
8
Float
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English
Warning symbols
Device description
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