Karcher KMR 1250 D - Manual

KMR 1250 D User Instructions English 29 On behalf of theenvironment ! Caution, environmental hazard due to exhaustedbatteries! Exhausted batteries should not be treated as domesticrefuse. Make sure that are disposed of in an environmentallyappropriate manner. ! Caution, environmental hazard due to e...

English User Instructions KMR 1250 D 30 Intended usage This sweeper– is intended to be used for sweeping outdoor surfaces,– corresponds to Usage Category “U” for dust that is not injurious to health, – should not be used in enclosed spaces,– can only be used on public paths and highways if it has be...

KMR 1250 D User Instructions English 31 Prior to initial start-up Unloading procedure Do not use a forklift truck for unloading as it couldcause damage to the sweeper. The sweeper has been lashed onto a pallet to ensure thatit can be transported safely. The procedure for unpackingthe sweeper is as f...

English User Instructions KMR 1250 D 32 Operating controls 1. Ignition lock 3. Throttle lever 4. Raise / lower RH side brush 5. Raise / lower main brush 6. Raise / lower LH side brush (optional) 7. Switch for two-handed operation 8. Operating hour counter 9. Lights 10. Bulk waste flap 11. Parking br...

KMR 1250 D User Instructions English 33 Preparing the sweeper foruse All directions given (left/right, front/rear) are as seen fromthe driver’s seat. n Check the oil level in the engine (see Chapter: “Mainte-nance”). n Check the amount of fuel in the tank and fill up, if required(see below). n Check...

English User Instructions KMR 1250 D 34 Starting the sweeper Initial driving trials Carry out initial driving trials in an area where there is plentyof free space until you are familiar with individual operatingcontrols and their functions. All indications of direction (right/left, front/rear) are g...

KMR 1250 D User Instructions English 35 Braking n Release the drive pedal and the sweeper will brake auto-matically. Important note: Safety!It is possible that the automatic braking function will not besufficient to bring the sweeper to a halt. In this case, eithermake use of the parking brake as we...

English User Instructions KMR 1250 D 36 Emptying the waste hopper ! Important information Injury hazard!No person or animal should be allowed to stand in the area traversed by the hopper while it isbeing emptied. Danger of being crushed!Do not reach into the shafts and linkage of the emptying mechan...

KMR 1250 D User Instructions English 37 Typical applications ! Caution while sweeping! Do not sweep up packing bands, wires or similar items,otherwise the sweeping mechanism will be damaged.Do not sweep any burning/glowing objects. Sweeping on dry ground If there is a large amount of rubbish, such a...

English User Instructions KMR 1250 D 38 Picking up larger items (sticks, tins, etc.) ! Caution! When the bulk waste flap is open, stones or grit could bethrown at the front by the main brush. Make sure thereforethat when you open the flap no persons, animals or propertyare endangered. n Open the bul...

KMR 1250 D User Instructions English 39 If the sweeper is going to be transported on the back of avehicle, it must be properly secured so that it cannot moveunintentionally. n Apply the parking brake. n Secure the sweeper in the manner shown in the illustrati-on only, using– web belts or – ropes or ...

English User Instructions KMR 1250 D 40 Maintenance First engine oil change ! Caution! When an engine is new, it is subject to increased abrasion.In order that the engine does not suffer any damage, werecommend that you change the engine oil and the oil filterafter the first 8 operating hours. Initi...

KMR 1250 D User Instructions English 41 ! Safety information applicable to maintenancetasks Before you begin any maintenance tasks, please read theenclosed leaflet Safety Information No. 5.956-250. Caution! Make sure engine cannot be started uninten-tionally. In order to prevent the engine from bein...

English User Instructions KMR 1250 D 42 Changing the engine oil Checking tyre pressures n Park the sweeper on a level surface. n Check the air pressure in each tyre and correct it wherenecessary.Air pressure for front and rear tyres = 6 bar. Checking the oil level n Park the sweeper on a level surfa...

KMR 1250 D User Instructions English 43 Cleaning or replacing theair cleaner ! Do not run the engine without an air cleaner other-wise this will lead to increased wear on the engine The air cleaner must be washed out more frequently if theengine is run in particularly dusty environment. ! Do not was...

English User Instructions KMR 1250 D 44 Safety information which must be observed when handling batteries. Comply with the user instructions and ensure that these are displayed at thecharging station. Before the operator carries out any work on batteries, he/shemust have received proper instruction ...

KMR 1250 D User Instructions English 45 Replacing the sealing skirts Direction of travel The sealing skirts fulfil an important function. They retain thepartial vacuum in the area round the brushes which is es-sential so that the sweeper can function properly. Theyensure that sweeping can take place...

English User Instructions KMR 1250 D 46 Adjusting the sweepingpattern n Open the unit cover and secure it in place. ç The sweeping pattern can be altered by turning the cen-tral adjusting knob.– To increase size of sweeping pattern: turn adjusting knob counter-clockwise (towards +). – To reduce size...

English User Instructions KMR 1250 D 48 Replacing fuses Replacing the dust filters The dust filters should be inspected for damage every 50operating hours. A significant build-up of dust at the air outlet from the fan isa sign of a filter that is not fitted properly or is defective. n Raise the hopp...

KMR 1250 D User Instructions English 49 Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Remedy Engine does not start Battery is flat Recharge or replace battery No fuel in tank Fill up with petrol Fuel tap is set to OFF Open fuel tap Seat contact switch not pressed Sit down on the seat of thesweeper Sweeper ...

English User Instructions KMR 1250 D 50 Technical specifications Dimensions and weights Length1.650mmWidth 1.000 mm Height 1.270 mm Unladen weight (ready for operation 450 kg Max. permissible overall weight 600 kg Driving and sweeping performanceMax. travelling speed 6 km/h Max. climbing ability/gra...