Kärcher B 260 RI Manual De Instrucciones página 10

Changing and charging batteries. This section ap-
plies to batteries used in electric trucks. The two types
of batteries are generally lead and nickel-iron batteries.
They contain corrosive chemical solutions, either acidic
or alkaline, and therefore pose a chemical hazard.
While charging, they emit hydrogen and oxygen, which
are explosive in certain concentrations. Battery
charging systems must be located in designated areas;
these areas must be kept free of combustible foreign
matter.
Facilities must be provided for:
1 Flushing off spilled electrolyte
2 Fire protection
3 Protecting chargers from damage by trucks, and
4 Adequate ventilation to disperse the fumes from gas
batteries
If on-board chargers are used, charging must take place
at the designated locations, taking into account the elec-
trical requirements for the charger and the fire protec-
tion equipment.
Exception: Rinsing facilities are not required if the
charging process is carried out without removing the
battery from the vehicle.
When handling acid concentrates with more than 50
percent acid (over 1,400 specific gravity), an eye-wash
device must be provided.
A conveyor belt, ceiling hoist, or equivalent material
handling equipment should be provided for handling
batteries. Chain hoists must be equipped with load
chain containers. When using a hand winder, uncov-
ered batteries must be covered with a sheet of plywood
or other non-conductive material to prevent the hand
chain from shorting out the cell connections or termi-
nals. A properly insulated spreader bar must be used
with every ceiling hoist.
Reinstalled or new batteries must meet or exceed the
battery type specified on the device. Newly inserted bat-
teries must be properly positioned and secured in the
device.
When using acid supplied in balloons, a balloon tipper
or siphon must be provided. When concentrated sulfuric
acid is diluted into electrolyte, the acid must ALWAYS be
added to the water - not the other way around. Battery
maintenance personnel must wear protective clothing
such as eye protection, long sleeves and gloves.
Exception: No protective clothing is required for remov-
ing and replacing batteries.
Electrical installations must comply with NFPA 70, na-
tional electrical codes, and all local codes.
Trained and authorized personnel must change or
charge the batteries.
The powered floor cleaner must be correctly positioned
and the brakes must be applied before attempting to
change or recharge the batteries.
When charging batteries, the vent caps must remain in
place to prevent the electrolyte from spraying. Make
sure that the vent caps work. The battery (or compart-
ment) cover (s) must be open to dissipate heat and gas.
Smoking is prohibited in the charging area.
Precautions should be taken to prevent open flames,
sparks, or electrical arcs in battery charging areas.
Tools and other metallic objects must be kept away from
the lids of uncovered batteries.
The device must not be used in classified areas.
General notes
Read these original operating instruc-
tions and the enclosed safety instruc-
tions before using the device for the first
time. Proceed accordingly.
Keep both books for future reference or for future own-
ers.
Function
This scouring and vacuum machine is used for wet
cleaning or polishing of level floors.
With the Combo variant, loose dirt is picked up by a
sweeping mechanism before cleaning.
The device can be adjusted to suit the respective clean-
ing task by adjusting the water quantity, contact pres-
sure, brush speed, detergent volume and travel speed.
A working width of 1000 mm or 1200 mm and a capacity
of 260 l in the fresh and waste water tank each enable
effective cleaning with long working times.
The device has a travel drive, the driving motor is pow-
ered by a traction battery. The batteries can be charged
by means of a charger at a 230-V socket.
Batteries and charger are already supplied with the
package variants.
Note
The device can be equipped with various accessories to
suit the respective cleaning order. Request a copy of
our catalog or visit our Internet website at www.kaerch-
er.com.
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Intended use
This device is suitable for commercial and industrial
use, e.g. logistics halls, factories, industrial systems, car
parks, trade fairs and retail premises. Use the device
only in accordance with the information in these operat-
ing instructions.
● The device may only be used for cleaning floors that
are insensitive to water and polishing.
● The device is designed for cleaning indoor floors or
covered areas. For other application areas, the use
of alternative brushes or the use of the sweeping
mechanism must be checked.
● The operational temperature range is between
+5 °C and +40 °C.
● The device is not suitable for cleaning frozen floors
(e.g. in cold stores).
● With the Combo variant: The device may be driven
over steps up to a maximum height of 2 cm.
● The device may not be operated without a fluff filter
in the waste water tank.
● The device is not intended for cleaning public traffic
routes.
● The device must not be used on pressure-sensitive
floors. Take into account the permissible load per
unit area of the floor. The area load imposed by the
device is specified in the Technical data.
● The device may only be fitted with original accesso-
ries and spare parts.
● The device is not suitable for use in potentially ex-
plosive environments.
● No flammable gases, undiluted acids or solvents
may be taken up with the device. These include pet-
rol, paint thinner or heating oil, which can form ex-
plosive mixtures in the suction air turbulence. Do not
use acetone, undiluted acids or solvents, as these
corrode the materials used on the device.
Environmental protection
The packing materials can be recycled. Please
dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-
vironmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances / devices
contain valuable, recyclable materials and often
components such as batteries, rechargeable bat-
teries or oil, which - if handled or disposed of in-
correctly - can pose a potential threat to human health
and the environment. However, these components are
required for the correct operation of the appliance / de-
vice. Appliances / devices marked by this symbol are
not allowed to be disposed of together with the house-
hold trash.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found
at: www.kaercher.de/REACH
Warranty
The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales
company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possi-
ble malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty
period free of cost, provided that a material or manufac-
turing flaw is the cause. In a warranty case, please con-
tact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next
authorized customer service site.
(See overleaf for the address)
Accessories and spare parts
Only use original accessories and original spare parts.
They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and
safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be
found at www.kaercher.com.
Scope of delivery
During unpacking, check the contents for complete-
ness. If any accessories are missing or in the event of
any shipping damage, please notify your dealer.
Safety instructions
Before using the device for the first time, read and ob-
serve these operating instructions and the accompany-
ing brochure: Safety instructions for brush cleaning
devices, No. 5.956-251.0.
The device is approved for operation on surfaces with a
specified maximum incline (see chapter "Technical Da-
ta").
WARNING
The device can tip over
Danger of injury
Only operate the device on surfaces that do not exceed
the permitted incline (see chapter "Technical Data").
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WARNING
Risk of accident due to incorrect operation
People can be injured.
Operators must be properly trained on how to use this
machine.
The device may only be operated when the hood and all
covers are closed.
Safety devices
CAUTION
Missing or modified safety devices!
Safety devices are provided for your own protection.
Do not bypass, remove or render ineffective any safety
devices.
Safety button
For immediate shut down of all functions: Set the safety
button to "0".
● The device brakes hard when the safety button is
switched off.
● The safety button acts directly on all unit functions
Seat switch
If the operator leaves the seat during work or while driv-
ing, the seat switch switches off the drive motor after a
short delay.
Warning symbols
Observe the following warnings when handling the bat-
teries:
Observe notes in the instructions of the
battery, on the battery and in these oper-
ating instructions.
Wear eye protection.
Keep acids and batteries away from chil-
dren.
Risk of explosion
Fire, sparks, open flames and smoking
are prohibited.
Risk of acid burns
First aid.
Warning
Disposal
Do not dispose of used batteries in the
residual waste.
DANGER
Danger due to explosion
Danger of injury and damage
Do not place any tools or objects on the battery, i.e. on
the end poles and cell connectors.
DANGER
Danger of injury!
Never bring wounds into contact with lead.
Always clean your hands after working on batteries.