Safety Instructions; Device Description - Kärcher B 50 W Bedienungsanleitung

Safety instructions

Before using the device for the first time, read and ob-
serve these operating instructions and the accompany-
ing brochure: Safety instructions for brush cleaning
devices, No. 5.956-251.0.
WARNING
The device can tip over
Risk of injury
Do not operate the device on sloping surfaces.
WARNING
Risk of accident due to incorrect operation
People can be injured.
Operators must be properly trained on how to use this
machine.
The device may only be operated when the hood and all
covers are closed.
Safety devices
CAUTION
Missing or modified safety devices!
Safety devices are provided for your own protection.
Do not bypass, remove or render ineffective any safety
devices.
Emergency off
Note
Remove the Intelligent Key for an immediate shutdown
(emergency off).
Driving lever
The travel drive and the brush drive switch off when the
driving lever is released.
Symbols on the device
DANGER
Charging process
Electric shock
Do not remove the pole protection caps from
the battery poles.
Ensure correct installation
ATTENTION
Risk of damage
Water damages the suction turbine
Make sure that no water enters an opening
marked in this way.
Notes on the battery (rechargeable battery)
and charger
The Li-Ion version has built-in lithium-ion batteries.
These are subject to special criteria. Removal and in-
stallation as well as testing of defective batteries may
only be carried out by Kärcher customer service or a
qualified specialist.
For storage and transport instructions, please contact
your Kärcher Customer Service.
DANGER
Modifications and alterations to the device are not per-
mitted.
You must not open the battery, there is a danger of a
short circuit. Irritating vapours or corrosive liquids can
also escape.
Do not expose the battery to strong sunlight, heat or fire.
There is a danger of explosion.
Do not operate the charger in an explosion-hazard en-
vironment.
Do not use a dirty or wet charger.
Ensure sufficient ventilation during the charging pro-
cess.
Danger of explosion. Keep naked flames away from the
battery or the battery charging room, and do not gener-
ate sparks or smoke in the vicinity of a battery of a bat-
tery charging room.
Danger of explosion. Do not place any tools or objects
on the battery, i.e. on the end poles and cell connectors.
WARNING
Check the device and the mains cable for damage be-
fore each use. Do not use damaged devices and have
damaged parts repaired by qualified personnel only.
Keep children away from batteries and charger.
Do not charge damaged batteries. Have damaged bat-
teries replaced by Kärcher customer service.
Do not throw a defective battery in the household rub-
bish. Inform Kärcher Customer Service.
Avoid contact with fluid leaking from defective batteries.
In case of accidental contact, rinse the liquid with water.
In case of contact with the eyes, consult a doctor as
well.
CAUTION
Be sure to observe these operating instructions. Adhere
to the recommendations of the legislature regarding the
handling of batteries.
The mains voltage must match the voltage indicated on
the type plate of the device.
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Use the charger for charging approved battery packs
only.
Operate the battery only with this device. It is forbidden
and dangerous to use it for other purposes.
Warning symbols
Observe the following warnings when handling the bat-
teries:
Observe notes in the instructions for the
battery, on the battery and in these oper-
ating instructions.
Wear eye protection.
Keep acids and batteries away from chil-
dren.
Risk of explosion
Fire, sparks, open flames and smoking
are prohibited.
Risk of acid burns
First aid.
Warning
Disposal
Do not throw batteries in the bin.

Device description

Overview of the device
Illustration A
Detergent canister (DOSE variant only)
1
Detergent suction hose (DOSE variant only)
2
Fresh water tank filling hole with cap and integrated
3
measuring cup
Turbine screen
4
Hose holder
5
Fresh water filling hose
6
Tank ventilation flap
7
Waste water tank flushing system water connection
8
Float
9
Coarse dirt filter
10
Homebase retaining rail
11
Battery
12
Mop holder
13
R cleaning head
14
Water distribution strip
15
Water dosage regulating knob (Good variant only)
16
Storage area for "Homebase Box" cleaning set
17
Waste water tank cap
18
Holder for smartphone
19
English
Control panel
20
Waste water tank
21
*Fresh water filling system
22
Filling level indicator and fresh water drain hose
23
Recessed grip for pivoting up the waste water tank
24
Brush replacement button (R cleaning head)
25
Coarse dirt container (R cleaning head)
26
Fresh water tank
27
Type plate
28
Suction bar clamping lever
29
Suction bar
30
Suction bar lowering lever
31
Pedal for raising/lowering the cleaning head
32
Storage compartment
33
Suction hose
34
Fresh water tank cap with filter
35
Cable hook for mains cable
36
Waste water drain hose with dosing unit
37
Push handle
38
Driving lever
39
Roller brush (R cleaning head)
40
Brush replacement pedal (D cleaning head)
41
Disc brush (D cleaning head)
42
D 51 cleaning head
43
Brush tilt rotary knob (D 51 cleaning head)
44
USB port
45
Storage for suction bar
46
D 60 cleaning head
47
* Optional, ** Not in scope of delivery
Colour coding
Device components intended for operation or mainte-
nance by the user are highlighted in yellow.
Control panel
Illustration B
Program switch
1
Driving lever
2
* Water dosage button
3
Display
4
Storage space for smartphone
5
Holder for smartphone
6
Speed button
7
* Detergent dosing button
8
"+" button
9
"-" button
10
Intelligent Key
11
White - Operator
Red - Service technician
* Option
Program switch
Illustration C
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1
The device is switched off.
ECO MODE
2
Wet clean the floor and vacuum up the waste water
with reduced use of resources (reduced brush
speed, suction power, detergent and water dos-
age).
NORMAL MODE
3
Wet clean the floor and vacuum up the waste water.
INTENSIVE MODE
4
Wet clean the floor (with increased detergent and
water dosage) and vacuum up the waste water.