Kärcher BD 70/75 W Classic Bp, Manual

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English 7
2 if the device must be on an incline, block the wheels.
Maintain a safe distance from the edge of ramps, platforms, and
other similar working surfaces.
Do not add to, or modify the device.
Do not block access to fire aisles, stairways or fire equipment.
Traveling
Yield the right of way to pedestrians and emergency vehicles
such as ambulances and fire trucks.
Cross railroad tracks at an angle wherever possible. Do not park
closer than 6 ft (1800 mm) to the nearest rail of a railroad track.
Keep a clear view of the path of travel and observe for other traf-
fic, personnel, and safe clearances.
Under all travel conditions, operate the device at a speed that will
permit it to be brought to a stop in a safe manner.
Do not indulge in stunt driving or horseplay.
Slow down for wet and slippery floors. Before driving over a dock-
board or bridge plate, be sure that it is properly secured. Drive
carefully and slowly across the dockboard or bridge plate, and
never exceed its rated capacity.
When negotiating turns, reduce speed to a safe level consistent
with the operating environment. Make the turns smoothly.
Operator care of the device
If the device is found to be in need of repair or in any way unsafe,
or contributes to an unsafe condition, the matter shall be reported
immediately to the user’s designated authority, and the device
shall not be operated until it has been restored to safe operating
condition.
If during operation the device becomes unsafe in any way, the
matter shall be reported immediately to the user’s designated au-
thority, and the device shall not be operated until it has been re-
stored to safe operating condition.
Do not make repairs or adjustments unless specifically author-
ized to do so.
MAINTENANCE AND REBUILD PRACTICES
Operation of the device may be hazardous if maintenance is ne-
glected or repairs, rebuilds, or adjustments are not performed in
accordance with the manufacturer’s design criteria. Therefore,
maintenance facilities (on or off premises), trained personnel,
and detailed procedures shall be provided.
Maintenance and inspection of the device shall be performed in
conformance with the following practices:
1 a scheduled planned maintenance, lubrication, and inspection
system shall be followed; consult the manufacturer’s recom-
mendations.
2 Only trained and authorized persons shall be permitted to op-
erate a powered floor scrubber. Operators of powered floor
scrubbers shall be qualified as to visual, auditory, physical,
and mental ability to operate the equipment safely.
Avoid fire hazards and have fire protection equipment present in
the work area. Do not use open pans of fuel or flammable clean-
ing fluids for cleaning parts.
FIRE SAFETY STANDARD
Any device not in safe operating condition shall be removed from
service.
Repairs shall not be made in Class I, Class II, and Class III loca-
tions.
Fire Prevention. The device shall be kept in a clean condition
and reasonably free of lint, excess oil, and grease.
Noncombustible agents are preferred for cleaning the device.
Flammable liquids [those having flash points at or above 100°F
(37,8°C)] are not allowed. Precautions regarding toxicity, ventila-
tion, and fire hazard shall be appropriate for the agent or solvent
used.
Nameplate Visibility. The device type designations as shown on
the nameplate and the type markers shall not be covered over
with paint so that their identification information is obscured.
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
Technical data ).
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, recy-
clable materials and often components such as batteries, re-
chargeable batteries or oil, which - if handled or disposed of
incorrectly - can pose a potential threat to human health and the
environment. However, these components are required for the
correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked by this
symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together with the house-
hold rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found at:
www.kaercher.com/REACH
Warranty
The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales company
apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on
your appliance within the warranty period free of cost, provided
that a material or manufacturing defect is the cause. In a warranty
case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or
the next authorised customer service site.
(See overleaf for the address)
Accessories and spare parts
Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They en-
sure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at
www.kaercher.com .
Scope of delivery
Check the contents for completeness when unpacking. If any ac-
cessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage,
please notify your dealer.