Kärcher BR 40, Instruction Manual

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Push the appliance forward for an-
other 1-2 m to draw off residual wa-
ter.
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Release the brush drive button.

Press the pedal to lower the vacu-
um bar.

Place the slider vertically - the
brushes are elevated.

Disconnect the mains plug.
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Warning
Danger of deforming the brushes.
When switching off the appliance, take
the load off the appliance by placing
the slider vertically.

Open the locks for the fresh water
reservoir.

Tilt the carrying hanlde for the
wastewater reservoir towards the
side.

Lift up the fresh water reservoir and
carry it to the disposal site.
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Warning
Please observe the local provisions re-
garding the wastewater treatment.

Remove the cover of the fresh wa-
ter reservoir and pour out the liquid
via the notch.
Note
If the dirt water reservoir is full the float
closes the suction channel. The suc-
tion operation is interrupted. Empty the
dirt water reservoir.

Remove the fresh water reservoir,
as described above.

Lift up the wastewater reservoir and
carry it to the disposal site.
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Warning
Please observe the local provisions re-
garding the wastewater treatment.

Pour out dirt water.

Rinse the dirt water tank with clear
water.

If you want to transport the appli-
ance on a vehicle secure it from
slipping.
To reduce the required space, the
pushing handle can be folded or disas-
sembled:

Release the star grips of the push-
ing handle fastening.

Unscrew the star grips, remove the
screws and take off the upper push
handle half.
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Danger
Risk of injury!
Pull the plug from the mains before
carrying out any tasks on the appli-
ance.
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Warning
Risk of damage to the appliance on ac-
count of water leakage. Drain out dirt
water and the remaining free water be-
fore wokring at the machine.
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Warning
Risk of damage. Do not wash down the
appliance with water and do not use
aggressive detergents.

Pour out dirt water.

Rinse the dirt water tank with clear
water.

Empty the fresh water reservoir.

Fill the fresh water tank with clear
water and rinse the appliance to
avoid residue buildup.

Remove the remaining water from
the fresh water tank.

Check the seal in the ball valve in
the fresh water reservoir.

Check the fluff filter, clean if re-
quired

Let the reservoirs dry prior to clos-
ing them to prevent odor creation.

Clean the outside of the appliance
with a damp cloth which has been
soaked in mild detergent.

Clean the vacuum lips, check for
wear and replace the vacuum bar if
required.

Check the brushes for wear, re-
place if required.

Clean the water distribution bars
above the brushes.

Check the condition of the seals be-
tween the appliance and the waste-
water reservoir; replace if required.

Clean the brush tunnel.

Have the prescribed inspection car-
ried out by the customer service.

Lift the vacuum bar by activating
the pedal for the vacuum bar lower-
ing.

Press the push-button for the vacu-
um bar change toward the inside -
the vacuum bar will release.

Pull off the vacuum bar downwards.

Remove the screw springs and in-
stall the new vacuum bar.

Align the new vacuum bar so that
the locking nose points toward the
centre of the appliance.

Insert the screw springs into the
pickups on the appliance.

Insert the vacuum bar into the appli-
ance and lock it in.

Repeat process on the second bar.
Note
Regular exchanges of the two vacuum
bars will improve the scraping effect
and will prolong their life.

Lay the device on its side.

Press the brush change key and si-
multaneously tilt the brush roller
downwards.

Pull out the brush roller.

Place the new brush roller on the
driver and lock into place.
To ensure a reliable operation of the
appliance maintenance contracts can
be concluded with the competent
Kärcher sales office.
In case of danger of frost:

Empty the fresh and dirt water res-
ervoirs.

Push the button for detergent solu-
tion until no more water is expelled.

Store the appliance in a frost-pro-
tected room.

Danger
Risk of injury!
Pull the plug from the mains before
carrying out any tasks on the appli-
ance.
몇
Warning
Risk of damage to the appliance on ac-
count of water leakage. Drain out dirt
water and the remaining free water be-
fore wokring at the machine.
In case of faults that cannot be reme-
died using the table below please con-
tact the customer service.
Emptying the Fresh Water Res-
ervoir
Emptying the Dirt Water Reser-
voir
Transport
Maintenance and care
Maintenance schedule
After the work
Monthly
Yearly
Maintenance Works
Replacing the vacuum bar
Replacing the brush rollers
Maintenance contract
Frost protection
Faults
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