Karcher IC 15-240 W Adv - Manual (Page 14)

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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 no.
5.956-250!
The machine has been approved for use on
surfaces with gradients of up to 18%.
Your sales outlet should be informed about
any transit damage noted when unpacking
the product.
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Please read the operating instructions
for your machine before using it, and
pay particular attention to the following
safety instructions.
– Warning and information plates on the
machine provide important directions
for safe operation.
– 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!
Danger of tipping if gradient is too high.
– The gradient in the direction of travel
should not exceed 18%.
Danger of tipping when driving round
bends at high speed.
– Drive slowly when cornering.
Danger of tipping on unstable ground.
– Only use the machine on sound surfac-
es.
Danger of tipping with excessive sideways
tilt.
– The gradient perpendicular to the direc-
tion of travel should not exceed 18%.
– It is important to follow all safety instruc-
tions, rules and regulations applicable
for driving motor vehicles.
– 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.
– 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.
– Before using the device, practice using
the device in a non-public area.
– The appliance must not be operated by
children, young persons or persons
who have not been instructed accord-
ingly.
– It is strictly prohibited to take co-pas-
sengers.
 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 by apply-
ing the immobilization brake and the ig-
nition key has been removed.
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Danger
Risk of injury!
– Do not close the exhaust.
– Do not bend over the exhaust or touch
it (risk of burns).
– Do not touch the drive motor (risk of
burns).
– Exhaust gases are poisonous and haz-
ardous to health, do not inhale them.
– 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.
– The petrol cans mounted on the appli-
ance must be closed tightly.
– 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 trouble free.
Danger of crushing. While closing, hold the
device hood only at the handles.
Risk of injury on account of rotating roller
brush. Open the appliance hood only when
the engine has come to a halt.
Risk of fire. Do not vacuum up any burning
or glowing objects.
Risk of burns on account of hot surfaces!
Allow the exhaust to cool down sufficiently
before starting work on the machine.
Petrol is highly prone to fire hazards and is
explosive. Before tanking up, switch off the
engine and allow it to cool down.
The engine exhaust contains the poison-
ous carbon monoxide. Do not run the en-
gine in closed areas.
ƽ Danger
Immediate danger that can cause severe
injury or even death.
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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.
Contents
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . EN . . 1
Environmental protection . . . . EN . . 2
Proper use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 2
Operating and Functional Ele-
ments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 3
Before Startup. . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 3
Start up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 4
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 4
Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 6
Maintenance and care . . . . . . EN . . 6
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . EN . . 9
Technical specifications . . . . . EN . 10
EC Declaration of Conformity . EN . 11
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN . 11
Accessories and Spare Parts . EN . 11
Safety instructions
General notes
Drive mode
Appliances with combustion engine
Symbols on the machine
Symbols in the operating
instructions
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