Kärcher IC 15/240 W, User Manual

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Use this appliance only as directed in these 
operating instructions.

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The machine with working equipment 
must be checked to ensure that it is in 
proper working order and is operating 
safely prior to use. Otherwise, the appli-
ance must not be used.

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The basic model (with coarse filter) is 
only meant for sucking in light garbage 
(such as drink cans, cigarette packs, 
etc.). Shoul you need the appliance to 
mainly suck in dust, then you need to in-
stall the fine dust filter attachment set.

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This device has been designed to 
sweep dirt and debris from outdoor sur-
faces.

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The machine is not suitable for vacuum-
ing dust which endangers health.

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The machine may not be modified.

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Never vacuum up explosive liquids, 
combustible gases or undiluted acids 
and solvents! This includes petrol, paint 
thinner or heating oil which can gener-
ate explosive fumes or mixtures upon 
contact with the suction air. Acetone, 
undiluted acids and solvents must also 
be avoided as they can harm the mate-
rials on the machine. 
Reactive metal dusts (for e.g. alumini-
um, magnesium, zinc) can form explo-

sive gases when they come in contact 
with highly alkaline or acidic detergents. 

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Do not vacuum up any burning or glow-
ing objects.

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The machine may only be operated on 
the surfaces approved by the company 
or its authorised representatives.

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The machine may not be used or stored 
in hazardous areas. It is not allowed to 
use the appliance in hazardous loca-
tions.

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The following applies in general: Keep 
highly-flammable substances away 
from the appliance (danger of explo-
sion/fire).

1

Drawbar

2

Storage compartment

3

Cover

4

Waste container

5

Suction head

6

Handle for filter cleaner (optional; fine 
dust filter attachment set)

7

Brake spring

8

Freewheel lever

9

Battery

10 Fuel tank
11 Tank lid
12 Fuel tap

13 Fine dust filter (optional, fine dust filter 

attachment set)

14 Beacon light (optional)
15 Blower pipe (optional, leaf blower at-

tachment set)

16 Suction pipe
17 Handle
18 Bulk waste flap
19 Suction hose
20 Exhaust openings for vacuuming
21 Tool holder (for brooms, shovel,...)
22 Hood support
23 Storage compartment for 5 -litre reserve 

can (LxBxH: 165x147x247 mm) 

24 Unlock/ Brake
25 Gas lever
26 Ignition lock
27 Fuse of electric starter, 15 A (on the 

rear)

28 Handle for device hood
29 Choke
30 Operating hour counter

Proper use

Operating and Functional Elements