Appliance Description; Safety Instructions - Kärcher KM 120/150 R P Bedienungsanleitung

Please read and comply with
these instructions prior to the
initial operation of your appliance. Retain
these operating instructions for future refer-
ence or for subsequent possessors.
Before first start-up it is definitely necessary
to read the safety indications Nr. 5.956-250!
Contents
Appliance description
Safety instructions
Function
Proper use
Environmental protection
Operating and Functional Elements
Before Startup
Start up
Operation
Shutdown
Maintenance and care
Accessories
Troubleshooting
Technical specifications
CE declaration
Warranty

Appliance description

- KM 120/150 R P = petrol engine
- KM 120/150 R D = diesel engine
- KM 120/150 R LPG = gas engine

Safety instructions

- The machine (without driver cabin) has
been approved for use on surfaces with
gradients of up to 18%.
- The machine (with driver cabin) has
been approved for use on surfaces with
gradients of up to 10%.
General notes
Your sales outlet should be informed about
any transit damage noted when unpacking
the product.
- 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.
Drive mode
Danger
Risk of injury!
Danger of tipping if gradient is too high.
- Drive up the slopes only with max. 18%
gradient (without driver cabin) or 10%
(with driver cabin).
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.
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- The appliance may only be used by per-
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sons who have been instructed in han-
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dling the appliance or have proven
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qualification and expertise in operating
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the appliance or have been explicitly as-
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ance.
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- The appliance must not be operated by
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children, young persons or persons who
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have not been instructed accordingly.
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- It is strictly prohibited to take co-passen-
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gers.
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- Ride-on appliances may only be started
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er's seat.
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 Please remove the ignition key, when
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not in use, to avoid unauthorised use of
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the appliance.
 Never leave the machine unattended so
long as the engine is running. The op-
erator 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.
Appliances with combustion engine
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).
- Only KM 120/150 R LPG: Ensure that
there is adequate ventilation or provi-
sion for diverting the exhaust gas while
operating the appliance in closed rooms
(risk of poisoning).
- 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.
Machines with driver cabin
Note
The driver cabin only provides protection
against weather; it is not a safety roof or a
lock against overrolling!
Danger
The plastic sheet doors of the driver cabin
have ventilation slots. Always leave these
open to ensure adequate ventilation.
Risk of hearing impair-
ment. Always use
proper ear-protection
aids while working with
the appliance.
Accessories and Spare Parts
- Only use accessories and spare parts
which have been approved by the man-
ufacturer. The exclusive use of original
accessories and original spare parts en-
sures that the appliance can be operat-
ed safely and troublefree.
- At the end of the operating instructions
you will find a selected list of spare parts
that are often required.
- For additional information about spare
parts, please go to the Service section
at www.kaercher.com.
Symbols on the machine
Risk of burns on ac-
count of hot surfaces!
Allow the exhaust to
cool down sufficiently
before starting work on
the machine.
Symbols in the operating instruc-
tions
Danger
indicates an immediate threat of danger.
Failure to observe the instruction may result
in death or serious injuries.
Warning
indicates a possibly dangerous situation.
Failure to observe the instruction may result
in light injuries or damage to property.
Note
indicates useful tips and important informa-
tion.
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