Safety Instructions; Environmental Protection - Kärcher WRE 18-55 Originalbetriebsanleitung

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management
Dokumentationsbevollmächtigter:
S. Reiser
Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG
Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 - 40
71364 Winnenden (Germany)
Tel.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212
Winnenden, 2020/01/01
Contents
General notes ......................................................

Safety instructions ...............................................

Battery pack/charger ...........................................
Intended use........................................................

Environmental protection.....................................

Accessories and spare parts ...............................
Scope of delivery .................................................
Safety devices .....................................................
Symbols on the device ........................................
Description of the device .....................................
Assembly .............................................................
Initial startup ........................................................
Operation.............................................................
Transport .............................................................
Storage................................................................
Care and service .................................................
Troubleshooting guide .........................................
Warranty ..............................................................
Technical data .....................................................
EU Declaration of Conformity ..............................
General notes
Read the original instructions before us-
ing the device for the first time and act in
accordance with it. Keep the original in-
structions for future reference or for future owners.
Safety instructions
General safety instructions
DANGER
● Risk of asphyxiation. Keep pack-
aging film out of the reach of children.
WARNING
● Persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities and persons lacking ex-
perience and knowledge may only use the appliance if
they are properly supervised, have been instructed on
use of the appliance safely by a person responsible for
their safety, and understand the resultant hazards in-
volved. ● Children must not operate the device. ● Chil-
dren must be supervised to prevent them from playing
Note
with the appliance.
when other persons or animals are in the work area.
Safety instructions
● Never fully immerse the device in liquids.
● Only operate the device outdoors.
● Regularly check the device for damage. Do not op-
erate the device if you discover visible damage.
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S. Reiser
Director Regulatory Affairs & Certification
● Do not operate the device
● Ensure that the surface to be cleaned is free of
sand, stones or loose elements before starting work.
These can be flung away during cleaning or damage
the surface and the device.
● Be aware of the recoil of the device during opera-
tion. The device can move back and forth uncontrol-
lably when switched on. Hold the device securely
and maintain a solid and safe footing.
● Do not operate the device in the vicinity of devices
that are connected to electrical power.
● Observe the safety instructions provided with the
battery pack.
Battery pack/charger
Read and adhere to the operating instructions and safe-
ty instructions for handling the battery and charger.
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WARNING
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Risk of injury from flung particles
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Use the weed remover only with an intact protective
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hood.
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The device is intended for superficial removal of moss
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and weeds from joints and various surfaces including
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Only use the device in private households.
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The telescoping handle and pivoting cleaning head can
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be adjusted to suit different body heights.
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Foreseeable misuse
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Any type of improper use is prohibited.
The operating personnel are liable for damage resulting
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from incorrect use.
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Environmental protection
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The packing materials can be recycled. Please
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dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-
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vironmental regulations.
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Electrical and electronic appliances contain valu-
able, recyclable materials and often components
such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil,
which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can
pose a potential threat to human health and the environ-
ment. However, these components are required for the
correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked
by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of togeth-
er with the household rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found
at: www.kaercher.com/REACH
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
The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the
packaging. Check the contents for completeness when
unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the
event of any shipping damage, please notify your deal-
er.
English
Intended use