Residual Risks - Kärcher BLV 18-200 Battery Originalbetriebsanleitung

Customer Service or replace the device. ● In the event
of an accident or malfunction, immediately switch off the
device and remove the battery pack. The device may
not be put back into service until it has been checked by
an authorised Customer Service centre. ● Risk of injury
on rotating parts. Switch the motor off, remove the bat-
tery pack and make sure that all moving parts have
stopped moving:
● Before leaving the device unattended.
● Before you remove blockages or clean the pipe.
● Before you check the device after it has been hit by
a foreign object.
● Before checking, maintaining or working on the de-
vice.
CAUTION
● The operation of similar tools in
the environment increases the risk of hearing damage
and the likelihood of failing to hear potential hazards,
e.g. people entering your work area. ● Do not make any
changes to the device, and only use accessories and
spare parts recommended by the manufacturer.
Note
● Only operate the device at appropriate times.
Please also observe local regulations and directives.
When operating early in the morning or late in the
evening, other people may be disturbed.
Safe operation of cordless blower
CAUTION
● Danger to health due to inhalation
of dust. Wear a respiratory mask when working with the
device. ● Moisten dusty surfaces to reduce dust impact.
● Do not operate the device near an open window.
● Never direct the blower nozzle at people or animals.
ATTENTION
● Damage to the device if waste is
sucked into the air intake. Do not place the blower on or
near loose waste. ● Never insert objects into the blower
pipes.
Note
● Use the extension of the nozzle so that the air-
flow can be close to the ground and work effectively.
Safe operation of cordless vacuum cleaner
WARNING
● Risk of injury if the cordless aspi-
rator in suction mode is only used with the upper suction
pipe. You must connect the upper and lower suction
pipe together before using the device for the first time.
● Risk of injury due to waste being flung about. Never
use the cordless vacuum cleaner without the collecting
bag installed. Before operation, make sure that the col-
lecting bag is in good condition and is completely
closed. ● Risk of injury and damage to the device. Do
not vacuum sharp or larger objects with the device, such
as e.g. glass shards, stones, bottles, cans or metal
parts. ● Fire in the collecting bag. Do not vacuum burn-
ing or burning objects, such as e.g. cigarettes, ashes
from fireplaces or grills. ● Serious injuries due to rotat-
ing impeller blades. Keep body parts away from rotating
parts. Turn off the motor, and wait for the blades to stop
turning before opening the suction flap, or attaching / re-
placing the pipes or opening or removing the collecting
bag. ● Switch the motor off, remove the battery pack
and make sure that all moving parts have completely
stopped before you remove a blockage.
ATTENTION
● Blockage in the suction pipe. Do
not hold the suction pipe directly in the debris heap.
Move the device from one side to the other from the out-
side of the suction material. ● Keep the motor higher
than the intake end of the suction pipe. ● Material accu-
mulation due to material again emerging from the suc-
tion port. Make sure that no material accumulates in the
flow area.
Safe transport and storage
WARNING
cool down and remove the battery pack before storage
or transportation.
CAUTION
device. Secure the device against movement or falling
down during transport.
ATTENTION
device before storage or transportation. ● Store the de-
vice in a dry, well ventilated location out of the reach of
children. Keep the device away from corrosive sub-
stances such as garden chemicals. ● Do not store the
device outdoors.
Safe servicing and care
WARNING
moving parts have fully stopped and remove the battery
pack before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the de-
vice. ● Service and maintenance work on this device re-
quire special care and knowledge and may only be
performed by appropriately qualified personnel. Take
the device to an authorized Customer Service depart-
ment for maintenance. ● Ensure that the device is in a
safe condition by regularly checking that all bolts, nuts
and screws are screwed tight. ● Switch the motor off, re-
move the battery pack and make sure that all moving
parts have completely stopped before you remove a
blockage.
CAUTION
parts and attachments that are approved by the manu-
facturer. Only original spare parts, original accessories
and original attachments ensure fault-free and safe op-
eration of the device.
ATTENTION
cloth each time after use.
Note
● You may only perform the adjustments and re-
pairs described in these operating instructions. Contact
your authorised Customer Service department for other
repairs. ● Have damaged or illegible labels replaced by
an authorised Customer Service centre.
WARNING
● Certain residual risks remain present, even when the
device is operated in the prescribed manner. The fol-
lowing dangers can be present when using the de-
vice:
● Vibration can cause injuries. Use the correct tools
for the job, use the handles provided and use the
lowest required speed in order to complete the job.
● Noise can cause hearing injuries. Wear hearing pro-
tection and limit the duration of exposure.
● Risk of injuries from hurled objects that may escape
from the blower pipe due to the air pressure, if the
collecting bag is not properly secured or is dam-
aged.
● Always wear eye protection.
CAUTION
● Using the device for longer periods can cause poor
circulation in the hands due to vibrations. A general
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● Switch the device off, allow it to
● Risk of injury and damage to the
● Remove all foreign bodies from the
● Turn off the motor, make sure all
● Only use accessories and spare
● Clean the product with a soft, dry

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