Kärcher KM 80 W G Manual Download

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

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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.

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Never sweep/vacuum up reactive metal
dusts (e.g. aluminium, magnesium,
zinc), as they form explosive gases
when they come in contact with highly
alkaline or acidic detergents.

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Do not sweep/vacuum up any burning
or glowing objects.

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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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Asphalt

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Industrial floor

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Screed

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Concrete

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Paving stones

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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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If the appliance is used in hazardous ar-
eas (e.g. filling stations) the corre-
sponding safety provisions must be
observed. It is not allowed to use the
appliance in hazardous locations.

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The operator must use the appliance
properly. The person must consider the
local conditions and must pay attention
to third parties, in particular children,
when working with the appliance.

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Prior to starting work, the operator must
ensure that all protective devices are
properly installed and function correct-
ly.

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The operator of the appliance is liable
for accidents with other individuals or
their property.

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Ensure that the operator wears tight-fit-
ting clothes. Wear sturdy shoes and
avoid wearing loose-fitting clothes.

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Check the immediate vicinity prior to
starting (e.g. children). Ensure suffi-
cient visibility!

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Never leave the machine unattended
so long as the engine is running. The
operator may not leave the machine be-
fore the engine has come to a standstill,
the machine has been protected
against accidental movement and the
parking brake has been applied.

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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.

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This appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with lim-
ited physical, sensoric or mental capac-
ities or lack of experience and/or skills,
unless such persons are accompanied
and supervised by a person in charge of
their safety or if they received precise
instructions on the use of this appli-
ance.

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Children should be supervised to pre-
vent them from playing with the appli-
ance.

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There is a risk of injury (crushing) when
installing the waste container and the
snow removal shield.

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Danger

Danger of tipping!

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Without the upgrade kit, only drive on
hills with up to 12% inclination.

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With the upgrade kit, only drive on hills
with up to 2% inclination.

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The gradient perpendicular to the direc-
tion of travel should not exceed 12%.

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When working hillside - Caution when
lifting out the attachment.

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Only use the machine on sound surfac-
es.

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Danger

Risk of injury!

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Please follow the special safety instruc-
tions in the Operating Instructions Man-
ual for petrol engine devices.

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Do not close the exhaust.

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Do not bend over the exhaust or touch
it (risk of burns).

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Do not touch the drive motor (risk of
burns).

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Ensure that there is adequate ventila-
tion or provision for diverting the ex-
haust gas while operating the appliance
in closed rooms (risk of poisoning).

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Exhaust gases are poisonous and haz-
ardous to health, do not inhale them.

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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.

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The appliance may only be tilted back-
wards if the fuel tank is empty.

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The engine is to be brought to a stand-
still and the appliance is to be fastened
properly during transportation.

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First switch off the appliance and re-
move the spark plug connector, if nec-
essary, before performing any cleaning
or maintenance tasks on the appliance,
replacing parts or switching over to an-
other function.

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Do not clean the appliance with a water
hose or high-pressure water jet (danger
of short circuits or other damage).

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Maintenance work may only be carried
out by approved customer service out-
lets or experts in this field who are famil-
iar with the respective safety
regulations.

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Please observe the local safety regula-
tions regarding portable commercially
used appliances.

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Always use appropriate gloves while
working on the device.

Foreseeable misuse

Suitable surfaces

Safety instructions

Application

Operation

Drive mode

Appliances with combustion engine

Transport