Kärcher BD 70/75 W Classic Bp Mode D'emploi page 12

Finishing operation
Finishing cleaning
1. Let go of the safety switch.
2. Press the cleaning head lever down and latch it in place.
3. Continue moving a short distance.
The residual water is vacuumed up.
4. Lift the suction bar.
The suction continues to run for 10 seconds.
5. Turn the key-operated switch to "0".
6. Charge the battery if necessary.
Draining the waste water
WARNING
Environmental pollution!
Environmental pollution due to improper disposal in waste water.
Observe the local waste water treatment regulations.
1. Remove the drain hose from the support and lower it over a
suitable collecting device.
Illustration P
2. Press the dosing unit together or kink the hose.
3. Open the dosing unit cover.
4. Drain the waste water. Regulate the water volume by pressing
or kinking.
5. Rinse the waste water tank with clear water.
Draining fresh water
1. Pull off the filling level indicator hose and swivel it down.
Quickly draining fresh water
1. Unscrew the fresh water tank cap.
2. Allow the fresh water to drain away.
3. Fit the fresh water tank cap and screw into place.
Note: Take care to ensure that the hose connection in the
fresh water tank cap is positioned at the lowest point in the
tank after screwing the cap in place.
Transport
DANGER
Driving on slopes
Risk of injury
Observe the maximum permissible inclination when driving the
device on slopes for loading and unloading purposes (see chap-
ter "Technical data").
Drive slowly.
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during transport.
Only load the device with the assistance of another person or by
using the drive.
1. Press the cleaning head lever down and latch it in place.
2. Raise the suction bar.
3. Turn the key-operated switch to "1".
4. Select the travel direction at the travel direction switch.
5. Pull the safety switch towards the push handle.
6. When transporting in vehicles, secure the device against slip-
ping and tipping over according to the applicable guidelines.
Illustration Q
7. First fit the strap under the waste water tank.
Storage
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during storage.
ATTENTION
Frost
Destruction of the device through freezing water
Drain all water from the device.
Store the device in a frost-free location.
● This device may only be stored indoors.
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● Fully charge the batteries before storing them for a long peri-
od.
● Fully charge the batteries at least every month during storage.
Care and maintenance
DANGER
Risk of injury!
The device may start moving unexpectedly and cause injury.
Turn the key-operated switch to "0" and remove the key before
performing any work on the device.
Pull out the charger mains plug.
 Drain and dispose of the waste water and fresh water.
Safety inspection/maintenance contract
You can agree on regular safety inspections or close a mainte-
nance contract with your dealer. Please seek advice on this.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage!
Risk of damage to the device due to improper cleaning.
Do not spray the device with water and do not use aggressive de-
tergents.
A detailed description of the individual maintenance work is pro-
vided in Chapter Maintenance work.
 Drain the waste water.
 Rinse the waste water tank with clear water.
 Clean the exterior of the device using a damp cloth, wetted
with a mild washing lye.
 Check the fluff filter and clean if required.
 Clean the coarse dirt filter.
 Clean the coarse dirt filter.
 Only BR variants: Remove and empty the coarse dirt recep-
tacle.
 Only BR variants: Clean the water distribution channel.
 Clean the suction lips, check for wear and adjust the height or
replace if necessary.
 Check the disc brushes for wear and replace if necessary.
 Charge the battery.
 If the charging state of the battery is below 50%, charge the
battery fully and without interruption.
 If the charging state of the battery is above 50%, only re-
charge the battery if the entire operating duration will be re-
quired when next used.
 When used regularly, charge the battery fully and without in-
terruption at least once a week.
A detailed description of the individual maintenance work is pro-
vided in Chapter Maintenance work.
1. Drain the fresh water tank and flush out deposits.
2. Clean the fresh water filter.
3. Clean the float and fluff filter.
4. Check battery poles for oxidation, brush off if necessary. Make
sure the connection cables are firmly in place.
5. Clean the seals between the waste water tank and the cover,
check for leaks and replace if necessary.
6. Check the acid density of the cells if the batteries are not main-
tenance-free.
7. If the device is not used for a longer period of time, shut down
the device when the batteries are fully charged. Fully charge
the battery at least once a month.
 Have the prescribed inspection performed by Customer Ser-
vice.
English
Maintenance intervals
Each time after use
Weekly
Monthly
Annually