Karcher KMR 1250 Lpg - Manual (Page 41)

KMR 1250 LPG
User Instructions
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Safety information which must be observed when handling batte-
ries.
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 batteries.
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. Therefore 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 corrosi-
ve 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 level of electrolyte in the battery
Note: Applies only to batteries that are NOT maintenance-free.
Check the level of electrolyte in batteries filled with acid. Make sure the
battery is fully charged before you carry out the check. If required:
n
Top up each cell with distilled water until the lead plates are covered by
approx. 1 cm of liquid.
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.
Only use a battery charger with a certification mark!
Only undertake the charging procedure in dry, weather-protected areas.
n 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.
Battery