Safe Operation - Kärcher BLV 36-240 Battery Originalbetriebsanleitung

good condition. ● Before operation, make sure the de-
vice, all control elements, and safety devices are work-
ing properly. ● Never use the device if the on/off switch
on the handle does not switch on and off correctly.
● Check the housing for damage each time before using
the device. ● Replace worn or damage parts as a com-
plete set to maintain the correct balance. ● Keep chil-
dren and other persons out of the work area while you
are using the device. ● Make sure that the ventilation
openings are free of deposits. ● Objects can be blown
by the airflow over a considerable distance. Inspect the
work area thoroughly for objects such as stones, broken
glass, nails, wires or strings, and remove these before
using the device. ● Risk of injury due to ejected materi-
al. Do not operate the device on paved surfaces or grav-
el. ● Operate the device only on a firm, level surface and
in the recommended position.
CAUTION
● Familiarise yourself with the con-
trols and the correct use of the device. ● Wear full hear-
ing protection when using the device. The device is
extremely loud, and can cause permanent hearing dam-
age if you do not strictly follow the instructions on expo-
sure, noise reduction and hearing protection. ● Wear full
eye protection when using the device. The manufactur-
er strongly recommends wearing a full face mask or fully
closed safety goggles. Normal glasses or sunglasses
will not protect you from thrown objects. ● Risk of injury
when loose fitting clothing, hair or jewellery are sucked
into the device's air intake. Tie long hair back above
shoulder level. ● Wear long, heavy trousers, sturdy
shoes and well-fitting gloves when working with the de-
vice. Do not work barefoot. Do not wear any jewellery,
sandals or short trousers.
ATTENTION
● The device operator is responsible
for accidents with other people and their property.
Note
● Regulations may restrict the use of this device
in some regions. Seek advice from your local authori-
ties. ● Have damaged or illegible warning signs on the
device replaced by the authorised Customer Service
department. ● Before using the cordless blower vacu-
um, use a rake and broom to remove any contamina-
tion.

Safe operation

DANGER
● Operation in explosive atmos-
pheres is prohibited.
WARNING
● Maintain a minimum distance of
15 m from persons and animals. Stop the device when
any persons or animals enter this area. ● Keep your
face and body away from the supply port. ● Make sure
the feed chamber is empty before starting the device.
● Do not keep your hands or other body parts in the feed
chamber, the chute, or in the vicinity of other moving
parts. ● Do not use the device if there is a danger of
lightning. ● You need an unobstructed view of the work
area in order to be able to recognise any potential dan-
gers. Use the device only under good lighting condi-
tions. ● Do not run but rather walk when working with
the device. Do not walk backwards. Avoid an abnormal
posture, keep a stable, safe footing and maintain your
balance. ● Never use the device with defective protec-
tion devices or absent safety devices, such as e.g. an
installed debris catcher. ● Immediately stop the device
and check for damage or identify the cause of the vibra-
tion if the device has been dropped, hit or vibrates ab-
normally. Have damage repaired by the authorised
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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 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
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
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
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
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-
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● The operation of similar tools in
● Danger to health due to inhalation
● Damage to the device if waste is
● Risk of injury if the cordless aspi-
● Blockage in the suction pipe. Do