Cleaning the dust filter
Pull the handle of the filter clean-off out
several times and reinsert it.
Emptying waste container
Danger
Risk of injury! Switch off the appliance prior
to removing the waste container.
Note
– Make sure the seal strip is not damaged
while emptying the waste container.
– The max. load of the waste container is
40 kg.
Shake off dust filter.
Pull lock bow of the waste container up-
ward.
Pull out the waste container.
Empty waste container.
Push in the waste container.
Push lock bow of the waste container
downward.
Turn off the appliance.
Switch off engine.
Push the multifunctional lever into
"OFF" position.
The side-brushes lift up.
Lock parking brake.
Close fuel cock
Open the device hood.
Close the fuel supply.
Turn the rotating knob perpendicular to
the fuel tap.
Close cover.
Transport
Warning
The appliance must be secured against
slippage during transport.
Switch off engine.
Lock parking brake.
Empty fuel tank.
Secure the wheels of the machine with
wheel chocks.
Secure the machine with tensioning
straps or cables.
1 Fastening area above the pushing han-
dle
2 Fastening area under the device hood
Note
– Observe markings for fixing points on
base frame (chain symbols).
– Do not kink the bowden or sheathed ca-
bles.
Shutdown
Follow operating instructions of the en-
gine manufacturer!
If the sweeper is going to be out of service
for a longer time period, observe the follow-
ing points:
Park the sweeper on an even surface.
Switch off engine.
Lock parking brake.
Lock the sweeper to ensure that it does
not roll off.
Empty fuel tank.
Change engine oil.
Raise roller brush. Thus, engage both
adjustment levers in the top boring.
The side-brushes lift up.
Clean the inside and outside of the
sweeper.
Park the machine in a safe and dry
place.
Maintenance and care
General notes
– Maintenance work may only be carried
out by approved customer service out-
lets or experts in this field who are famil-
iar with the respective safety
regulations.
– Mobile appliances used for commercial
purposes are subject to safety inspec-
tions according to VDE 0701.
Cleaning
Warning
Risk of damage! Do not clean the appliance
with a water hose or high-pressure water jet
(danger of short circuits or other damage).
Cleaning the inside of the machine
Danger
Risk of injury! Wear dust mask and protec-
tive goggles.
Open the device hood.
Clean machine with a cloth.
Blow through machine with compressed
air.
Close cover.
External cleaning of the appliance
Clean the machine with a damp cloth
which has been soaked in mild deter-
gent.
Note
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents.
Maintenance intervals
Maintenance by the customer
Note
With a new motor, the oil must be changed
after the first 5 operating hours.
Daily maintenance:
Check engine oil level.
Check the sweeping roller and the side
brush for wear and wrapped belts.
Check function of all operator control el-
ements.
Weekly maintenance:
Check tension, wear and tear and func-
tioning of the drive belts.
Check for smooth running of the Bow-
den cables and the moveable parts
Check the sealing strips in the sweeping
area for position and wear.
Check the sweeping track of the sweep-
ing roller.
Clean the dust filter.
Check air filter.
Maintenance to be carried out every 50 op-
erating hours:
Perform a motor oil change.
Check spark plug.
Check function of hood contact switch.
Note
For description, see section on Care and
maintenance.
Note
Where maintenance is carried out by the
customer, all service and maintenance
work must be undertaken by a qualified
specialist. If required, a specialised Kärcher
dealer may be contacted at any time.
Maintenance by Customer Service
Maintenance to be carried out after 5 oper-
ating hours:
Carry out initial inspection.
Maintenance to be carried out every 100
operating hours
Maintenance to be carried out every 300
operating hours
Note
In order to safeguard warranty claims, all
service and maintenance work during the
warranty period must be carried out by the
authorised Kärcher Customer Service in
accordance with the maintenance booklet.
Maintenance Works
Preparation:
Park the sweeper on an even surface.
Lock parking brake.
General notes on safety
Danger
Risk of injury!
The engine requires approx. 3-4 seconds to
come to a standstill once it has been
switched off. During this time, stay well
clear of the working area.
– Allow the machine sufficient time to cool
down before carrying out any mainte-
nance and repair work.
– Do not touch any hot parts, such as the
drive motor and exhaust system.
Note
– The appliance may only be tilted back-
wards if the fuel tank is empty.
– Close the fuel tap, remove the waste
container and move the pushing handle
to the front prior to tilting the appliance.
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