Karcher IC 15-240 W Adv - Manual (Page 22)

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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.

Turn ignition key to "0" and remove it.
 Open the device hood and secure it us-
ing the hood support.
 Remove covering lid.
 Check tension of drive belt and V-belt;
also check for wear or damage.
1 Screw
2 Belt tightener

Loosen the screw, reset the belt tight-
ener and tighten the screw again.
 Replace covering lid.
 Open the device hood and secure it us-
ing the hood support.
 Check chain tension; the chain should
not deviate more than approx. 3...5 mm.
 Tighten the chain if the tolerance is
high:
1 Tightening pinion

Loosen the tightening screw on the rear
side of the tightening pinion.
 Press down the tightening pinion and
fasten it with screws.
 Check the chain tension again.
Note: With model 1.183-904.0, the fine
dust filter is part of the scope of the deliv-
ery.

Tilt the suction head upward.
1 Screw
2 Flat fold filter
3 Spring pin
4 Handle for filter cleaning

Pull out the spring plug.
 Pull out the filter cleaner.
 Turn out the 4 screws and remove the
holder.
 Remove both the flatfold filters and re-
place them with new flat fold filters.
 Replace holder and tighten the screws.
 Replace the filter cleaner handle.
 Plug in the spring plug.
Checking drive belt
Check chain tension
Replacing the fine dust filter (option)
Troubleshooting
Fault Remedy
Appliance cannot be started Refuel
Open fuel cock
Check fuel system, connections and joints
Check fuse of electrical starter; replace if required.
Charging battery
Check and clean spark plug, replace if necessary.
Inform Kärcher Customer Service.
Engine is running erratically Clean or replace air filter
Check fuel system, connections and joints
Inform Kärcher Customer Service.
Engine is running but machine is
not moving Check setting of freewheel lever
Inform Kärcher Customer Service.
Engine is running but machine is
only moving slowly Allow machine to warm up for approx. 3 minutes in sub-zero temperatures
Inform Kärcher Customer Service.
Insufficient vacuum performance Check washers at the suction head
Open the exhaust openings of suction operations (only for Leaf Blower attachment set)
Clean the hole-plate or fine dust filter (in Fine dust filter attachment set) in the suction head
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