2.1.5
Foreseeable misuse
Any use other than the one intended and described above
is prohibited. The user is liable for any hazards arising from
incorrect use.
The use for any other purposes than described in these in-
structions is prohibited.
Transporting persons on the device is not permitted.
The appliance may not be modified.
Never vacuum up explosive liquids, combustible gases
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or undiluted acids and solvents. This includes petrol,
paint thinner or heating oil which can generate explo-
sive fumes or mixtures upon contact with the suction
air. Acetone, undiluted acids and solvents must also be
avoided as they can harm the materials on the ma-
chine.
Never sweep/vacuum up reactive metal dusts (e.g. al-
–
uminium, magnesium, zinc), as they form explosive
2.2
General notes
2.2.1
Environmental protection, REACH and
disposal of the worn out vehicle
2.2.1.1
Environmental protection
The packaging material can be recycled. Please
do not throw the packaging material into house-
hold waste; please send it for recycling.
Batteries, oil, fuels and similar substances
must not be released into the environment.
Please dispose of these substances via suita-
ble collection systems.
2.2.1.2
Ingredients (REACH)
The latest information on ingredients can be found under:
www.kaercher.de/REACH
2.2.1.3
Disposal of the worn out vehicle
Worn out vehicles contain valuable recyclable materials
that should be recycled properly. We recommend to coop-
erate with a waste management company for the disposal
of your vehicle.
2.2.2
Accessories and Spare Parts
Only use original accessories and spare parts, they ensure
the safe and trouble-free operation of the device.
For information about accessories and spare parts, please
visit www.kaercher.com.
To avoid risks, all repairs and replacement of spare parts
may only be carried out by the authorised customer ser-
vice personnel.
2.2.3
Warranty
The warranty terms published by our competent sales
company are applicable in each country. We will repair fail-
ures of your vehicle free of charge within the warranty pe-
riod, provided that such failure is caused by faulty material
or defects in fabrication. Please contact your Kärcher deal-
er or a Kärcher sales facility for this purpose.
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gases when they come in contact with highly alkaline or
acidic detergents.
Do not sweep/vacuum up any burning or glowing ob-
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jects.
The machine may not be used or stored in hazardous
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areas. It is not allowed to use the appliance in hazard-
ous locations.
It is prohibited to drive with the waste container (hop-
–
per) raised.
Do not use the appliance without an overhead guard in
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areas where the operator might get hit by falling ob-
jects.
Do not clean without installed brushes, sealing lips or
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suction lips.
Opening the motor hood may only be done in a covered
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area
Keep the motor hood and seat cover open during the
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entire charging process.
2.2.4
Symbols in the operating instructions
DANGER
Warns about immediate danger which can lead to severe
injuries or death.
WARNING
Warns about possible danger which could lead to severe
injuries or death.
CAUTION
Points out a possibly dangerous situation which can lead
to light injuries or property damage.
ATTENTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead
to property damage.
2.2.5
Symbols in the operating instructions
DANGER
Warns about immediate danger which can lead to severe
injuries or death.
WARNING
Warns about possible danger which could lead to severe
injuries or death.
CAUTION
Points out a possibly dangerous situation which can lead
to light injuries or property damage.
ATTENTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead
to property damage.
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