Kärcher KM 170/600 R D, Original Instructions Manual

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Please read and comply with
these original instructions prior
to the initial operation of your appliance and
store them for later use or subsequent own-
ers.
Before first start-up it is definitely neces-
sary to read the safety indications Nr.
5.956-250!
Your sales outlet should be informed about
any transit damage noted when unpacking
the product.
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Warning and information plates on the
machine provide important directions
for safe operation.
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In addition to the information contained
in the operating instructions, all statuto-
ry safety and accident prevention regu-
lations must be observed.
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Danger
Risk of injury, risk of damage!
Observe the weight of the appliance when
you load it!
 Do not use a forklift.
 Use a suitable ramp or a crane to load
the appliance!
 Observe when using a ramp:
Ground clearance 70 mm.
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If the machine is delivered on a pallet,
you must create an unloading ramp us-
ing the boards provided.
You will find the instructions for this pro-
cedure on page 2 (inside of cover).
Important instruction : every board
must be attached with at least 2 screws.
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Danger
Risk of injury, risk of damage!
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Danger
Risk of injury!
Danger of tipping if gradient is too high.
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The gradient in the direction of travel
should not exceed 18%.
Danger of tipping when driving round
bends at high speed.
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Drive slowly when cornering.
Danger of tipping on unstable ground.
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Only use the machine on sound surfac-
es.
Danger of tipping with excessive sideways
tilt.
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The gradient perpendicular to the direc-
tion of travel should not exceed 10%.
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It is important to follow all safety instruc-
tions, rules and regulations applicable
for driving motor vehicles.
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The operator must use the appliance
properly. He must consider the local
conditions and must pay attention to
third parties, in particular children, when
working with the appliance.
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The appliance may only be used by per-
sons who have been instructed in han-
dling the appliance or have proven
qualification and expertise in operating
the appliance or have been explicitly
assigned the task of handling the appli-
ance.
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The appliance must not be operated by
children, young persons or persons
who have not been instructed accord-
ingly.
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It is strictly prohibited to take co-pas-
sengers.
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Ride-on appliances may only be started
after the operator has occupied the driv-
er's seat.
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Please remove the ignition key, when
not in use, to avoid unauthorised use of
the appliance.
 Never leave the machine unattended
so long as the engine is running. The
operator may leave the appliance only
when the engine has come to a stand-
still, the appliance has been protected
against accidental movement, if neces-
sary, by applying the immobilization
brake and the ignition key has been re-
moved.
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Danger
Risk of injury!
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Do not close the exhaust.
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Do not bend over the exhaust or touch
it (risk of burns).
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Do not touch the drive motor (risk of
burns).
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Exhaust gases are poisonous and haz-
ardous to health, do not inhale them.
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The engine requires approx. 3-4 sec-
onds to come to a standstill once it has
been switched off. During this time, stay
well clear of the working area.
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In emergencies, destroy the windows
with a hammer.
Note
The emergency hammer is located in the
foot area, underneath the driver seat.
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Only use accessories and spare parts
which have been approved by the man-
ufacturer. The exclusive use of original
accessories and original spare parts
ensures that the appliance can be oper-
ated safely and troublefree.
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At the end of the operating instructions
you will find a selected list of spare
parts that are often required.
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For additional information about spare
parts, please go to the Service section
at www.kaercher.com.
Contents
Safety instructions . . . . . . . EN . . 1
General notes . . . . . . . .
EN . . 1
Symbols on the machine
EN . . 2
Symbols in the operating in-
structions. . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 2
Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 2
Proper use . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 2
Suitable surfaces. . . . . .
EN . . 2
Environmental protection . . EN . . 2
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 2
Operating and Functional Ele-
ments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 3
Illustration of sweeper . .
EN . . 3
Operating field. . . . . . . .
EN . . 3
Heating/air conditioning (op-
tion) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 3
Function keys . . . . . . . .
EN . . 3
Multi-functional display .
EN . . 4
Operating elements. . . .
EN . . 4
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . .
EN . . 4
Before Startup. . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 4
Lock/ release parking brake EN . . 4
Moving sweeper without en-
gaging self-propulsion . . EN . . 4
Moving sweeper by engag-
ing self-propulsion . . . . . EN . . 4
Start up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 4
General notes . . . . . . . .
EN . . 4
Inspection and maintenance
work. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 4
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . .
EN . . 4
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 5
Adjusting driver's seat . .
EN . . 5
Programme selection . .
EN . . 5
Starting the machine . . .
EN . . 5
Drive the machine . . . . .
EN . . 5
Sweeping mode . . . . . .
EN . . 5
Emptying waste container
EN . . 6
Turn off the appliance . .
EN . . 6
Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 6
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 6
Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 6
Maintenance and care . . . . EN . . 6
General notes . . . . . . . .
EN . . 6
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . .
EN . . 6
Maintenance intervals . .
EN . . 7
Maintenance Works . . .
EN . . 7
EC Declaration of Conformity EN . 11
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . EN . 12
Technical specifications . . . EN . 13
Safety instructions
Risk of hearing impair-
ment. Always use
proper ear-protection
aids while working with
the appliance.
General notes
Unloading tips
Unladen weight (without at-
tachment sets) 1695 kg *
* If upgrade kits are installed, the weight is
respectively higher.
Drive mode
Appliances with combustion engine
Machines with driver cabin
Accessories and Spare Parts
3 EN