Karcher KM 170-600 D - Manual (Page 6)

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These are short operating in-
structions for loading and re-
loading procedures. They will provide
necessary information for the driving
operation of the sweeper.
Prior to startup and for regular driving oper-
ation, please refer to the original operating
instructions of the appliance:
5.964-132.0 (KM 170/600 R D)
Before first start-up it is definitely neces-
sary to read the safety indications Nr.
5.956-250!
– 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, risk of damage!
Observe the weight of the appliance when
you load it!
 Do not use a forklift.
 Use a suitable ramp or a crane to load
the appliance!
 Observe when using a ramp:
Ground clearance 70 mm.
 If the machine is delivered on a pallet,
you must create an unloading ramp us-
ing the boards provided.
You will find the instructions for this pro-
cedure on page 2 (inside of cover).
Important instruction: every board
must be attached with at least 2 screws.
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Danger
Risk of injury, risk of damage!
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 10%.
– 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 as-
signed the task of handling the appliance.
– The appliance must not be operated by
children, young persons or persons who
have not been instructed accordingly.
– It is strictly prohibited to take co-pas-
sengers.
– Ride-on appliances may only be started
after the operator has occupied the driv-
er's seat.
 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, if neces-
sary, by applying the immobilization
brake and the ignition key has been re-
moved.
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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.
– In emergencies, destroy the windows
with a hammer.
Note
The emergency hammer is located in the
foot area, underneath the driver seat.
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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.
Safety instructions
Risk of hearing impair-
ment. Always use
proper ear-protection
aids while working with
the appliance.
General notes
Unloading tips
Unladen weight (without at-
tachment sets) 1695 kg *
* If upgrade kits are installed, the weight is
respectively higher.
Drive mode
Appliances with combustion engine
Machines with driver cabin
Symbols in the operating instruc-
tions
Symbols on the machine
Risk of burns on account
of hot surfaces! Allow the
exhaust to cool down suf-
ficiently before starting
work on the machine.
Always use appropriate
gloves while working on
the device.
Risk of getting squeezed
on account of getting
jammed between vehicle
parts.
Risk of injury on account
of moving parts. Do not
reach in.
Risk of fire. Do not vacu-
um up any burning or
glowing objects.
Chain pick-up / crane
point
Lashing point
Tyre pressure (max.)
Intake points for the jack
Maximum decline of
ground when driving with
the waste container
raised.
The gradient in the direc-
tion of travel should not
exceed 18%.
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