Karcher IB 15-120 - Manual (Page 15)

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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.
The packaging material can be recy-
cled. Please do not place the packag-
ing into the ordinary refuse for
disposal, but arrange for the proper
recycling.
Old appliances contain valuable ma-
terials that can be recycled; these
should be sent for recycling. Batter-
ies, oil, and similar substances must
not enter the environment. Please
dispose of your old appliances using
appropriate collection systems.
Notes about the ingredients (REACH)
You will find current information about the
ingredients at:
www.kaercher.com/REACH
The appliance may only be operated by
persons who have read and understood the
contents of this operating instructions man-
ual. Please ensure that you conform to all
the safety instructions and regulations.

This operating instructions manual
must be stored in such a way that it can
be easily accessed by the operator.
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Danger
Immediate danger that can cause severe
injury or even death.
ṇ Warning
Possible hazardous situation that could
lead to severe injury or even death.
Caution
Possible hazardous situation that could
lead to mild injury to persons or damage to
property.
ƽ Danger
Risk of injury on account of flying dry ice
pellets. Do not direct the jet pistol on per-
sons. Keep third persons away from the
place of use and when the machine is being
operated (by cordoning off the area).
Do not touch/hold the nozzle or the dry ice
jet when the machine is running.
ƽ Danger
Risk of suffocation on account of carbon di-
oxide. The dry ice pellets are made of solid-
ified carbon dioxide. The carbon dioxide
content in the air at the place where the ma-
chine is used will increase when the ma-
chine is running. Ensure adequate
ventilation at the place of use; if possible,
use an alarm to warn persons. Symptoms
of high levels of carbon dioxide in the air
that is breathed in:
– 3...5%: headache, faster breathing.
– 7...10%: headache, nausea and per-
haps even unconsciousness.
If any of these symptoms occur, please
switch off the machine immediately and get
a breath of fresh air; improve the ventilation
before starting work again with the machine
or use respirators.
Follow the safety specifications of the man-
ufacturer of dry ice.
ƽ
Danger
Risk of injury on account of electro-static
discharge; risk of damage to the electronic
components. The object being cleaned can
get charged electrically during the cleaning
process. Provide suitable earthing for the
object being cleaned and ensure that the
earthing remains intact during the entire
cleaning process.
ƽ
Danger
Risk of injury on account of electric shock.
Pull the plug out of the socket before open-
ing the control cabinet.
ƽ Danger
Risk of cold burns. Dry ice has a tempera-
ture of -79 °C. Never touch dry ice or cold
parts of the machine without appropriate
protection.
ƽ
Danger
Risk of injury on account of flying dry ice
pellets or dirt particles. Wear close fitting
safety goggles.
Risk of hearing impairment. Wear ear-pro-
tection aids.
The protective equipment may not prevent
visual contact and the communication with
the work environment.
ƽ
Danger
Risk of injury on account of flying dry ice
pellets or dirt particles.
Risk of injury when touching cold appliance
parts.
Wear protective gloves and long-sleeved
protective overalls as per EN 511.
ƽ Danger
Risk of injury if the machine is left running
in an unattended state. Disconnect the
mains plug from the socket before perform-
ing any work.
ƽ
Danger
Risk of injury on account of electric shock.
Pull the plug out of the socket before open-
ing the control cabinet.
ƽ
Danger
Risk of cold burns on account of dry ice or
cold parts of the machine. While working on
the machine, wear appropriate safety gear
for protection against cold or remove dry
ice and let the machine heat up.
ƽ Danger
Danger arising from volumetric expansion
and cryogenic burn.
Never put dry ice in your mouth.
ṇ Warning
Risk of injury on account of the recoil force
of the jet pistol. Ensure that you are stand-
ing at a safe place and hold the jet pistol
properly in your hand before pressing the
trigger of the jet pistol.
Contents
Environmental protection . . EN . . 1
Safety instructions . . . . . . . EN . . 1
Proper use . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 2
Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 2
Control elements. . . . . . . . . EN . . 3
Start up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 4
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 6
Shutting down . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 8
Transport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 8
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 8
Maintenance and care . . . . EN . . 8
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . EN . . 9
Technical specifications . . . EN . 11
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . 12
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . 12
EC Declaration of Conformity EN . 12
Environmental protection
Safety instructions
Danger or hazard levels
Symbols on the machine
General notes on safety
15 EN