Kärcher 1.948-204, Operating Instructions Manual

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KMR 1550 B
Operating instructions for users
English
Safety information
which must be observed when handling batteries.
Comply with the user instructions and ensure that these are displayed
at the charging station. Before the operator carries out any work on
batteries, he/she must have received proper instruction from a suitably
qualified person.
Wear safety goggles and protective clothing when working on batte-
ries. Observe accident prevention regulations, as well as DIN VDE
0510, VDE 0105 Part 1.
Smoking is forbidden!
Make sure that there are no naked flames, other source of heat or
sparks in the proximity of the battery, otherwise there is a danger of
explosion or fire.
If electrolyte comes into contact with skin or eyes, rinse the affected
area with plenty of clean water. The metal parts of battery cells are
permanently live. Therefore do not place any tools or other objects on
top of the battery.
Explosion and fire hazard! Avoid short-circuits.
Warning! The metal parts of battery cells are permanently live. There-
fore do not place any tools or other objects on top of the battery.
Electrolyte is highly corrosive. Under normal operating conditions it is
not possible for anything to come into contact with the electrolyte. If
the battery housing is destroyed, the bound electrolyte that leaks out
is just as corrosive as liquid electrolyte.
Return to manufacturer!
Exhausted batteries bearing this symbol are a re-usable resource
which should be recycled accordingly. Exhausted batteries that are not
intended to be recycled must be disposed of as hazardous waste in
compliance with all relevant regulations.
Checking the electrolyte in the battery
Check the acid concentration in electrolyte-filled batteries at regular intervals.
Make sure the battery is fully charged before it is tested.
If required:
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Top up with distilled water until the level of fluid is approx. 1 cm above the
lead plates.
Charging the battery
Note:
Only use a regulated charger that is suitable for use with starter batteries and
is capable of delivering a charging current of 4–6 A.
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Stop the sweeper and remove the ignition key.
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Tilt the seat forwards.
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Connect the positive terminal (red clamp) to the charger.
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Connect the negative terminal (black clamp) to the charger.
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Connect the charger to the mains and switch it on. The charging time is
specified by the manufacturer of the charger.