Kärcher 18/30 User manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IM-
PORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
KÄRCHER BATTERYPOWER AND BATTERYPOWER + BAT-
TERY PACKS.
BEFORE USING BATTERY, read all instructions and cautionary markings on
battery, battery charger and product using this battery.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT
IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY. Save all warnings
and instructions for future reference.
●Inform your dealer immediately if there is any shipping damage.

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DANGER
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
1 DANGER RECHARGE ONLY WITH THE CHARGER specified by the man-
ufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a
risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
2 ) FOLLOW ALL CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS and do not charge the battery
pack or appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instruc-
tions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range
may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
3 DO NOT CHARGE ANY DAMAGED BATTERY PACKS. Replace damaged
battery packs with battery packs approved by KÄRCHER.
4 DO NOT SUBMERGE THE BATTERY IN WATER or other liquids.
5 WHEN BATTERY PACK IS NOT IN USE, keep it away from other metal ob-
jects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects,
that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery
terminals together may cause burns or a fire.

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6 DO NOT EXPOSE A BATTERY PACK or appliance to fire or excessive tem-
perature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 265°F. may cause explosion.
7 UNDER ABUSIVE CONDITIONS, liquid may be ejected from the battery;
avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid con-
tacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery
may cause irritation or burns.
8 DO NOT USE A BATTERY PACK or appliance that is damaged or modified.
Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting
in fire, explosion or risk of injury. Check battery pack for damages prior every
use.
9 REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK from the appliance before carrying out any
service or cleaning work.
10DO NOT STORE the battery pack in a wet environment.
11DO NOT OPEN THE BATTERY. Repairs are only to be carried out by quali-
fied personnel.
12DO NOT MODIFY or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack (as
applicable) except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.

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13HAVE SERVICING PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED REPAIR PERSON us-
ing only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the
product is maintained.
14CHILDREN MUST NOT PLAY WITH THE BATTERY.
15CHILDRENMUST BE SUPERVISED to prevent them from playing with the
battery.
16DO NOT USE THE BATTERYPACK when dirty or wet.
17DO NOT PUT THE BATTERY PACK into the battery mount of the charger or
appliance if it is dirty or wet.
Safety instructions for transportation
The lithium-ion battery is subject to the requirements of dangerous goods reg-
ulations.
The battery pack can be transported by the user in public traffic areas without
any further restrictions.
When shipping by third parties (transport companies), special requirements for
packaging and labelling must be observed.
Do not use the battery pack if the casing is damaged.

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Tape off open contacts.
Pack the battery tightly and securely. The battery pack must not be able to move
in the packaging.
Observe the national regulations.
Intended use
몇CAUTION
Risk of explosion!
Risk of injury and damage due to exploding battery pack
Charge the battery pack using only the approved chargers.
Charge only undamaged battery packs.
Modifications and changes not authorised by the manufacturer are prohibited.
Any other use is prohibited. The user shall be liable for hazards arising as a re-
sult of improper use.
Charge the battery pack using only battery pack chargers for the KÄRCHER
18 V/ 36 V Battery Power/ Battery Power+ systems.
Use the 18 V battery packs only with suitable devices for the KÄRCHER 18 V
Battery Power / Battery Power+ system.

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Use the 36 V battery packs only with suitable devices for the KÄRCHER 36 V
Battery Power / Battery Power+ system.
Please check that the battery pack and charger are compatible before use.
The voltage specifications (18 / 36 V) can be found on the charger and on the
battery pack type plate.
Environmental protection
The packing materials can be recycled. Do not dispose of packaging as
household rubbish but place it in recycling.
Old devices contain valuable, recyclable materials that should be recycled.
Batteries and battery packs contain substances which should not be re-
leased into the environment. Therefore, please dispose of old devices, bat-
teries and battery packs using suitable collection systems.
Adhere to the recommendations of the legislature regarding the handling of lith-
ium ion batteries. Dispose of used and defective battery packs in accordance
with the applicable regulations.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.de/
REACH

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Warranty
The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales company apply in all coun-
tries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your appliance within the war-
ranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing defect is the
cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase re-
ceipt) or the next authorised customer service site.
(See overleaf for the address)
Symbols on the device
For the illustrations, refer to the graphics page
Figure 1 Do not throw the battery pack into water.
Figure 2 Do not throw the battery pack into fire.
Figure 3 Only charge the battery pack with the chargers approved for charg-
ing.
Figure 4 Do not charge defective battery packs.

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Operation
Display
The battery pack is equipped with a display. The following information can be
read on the display:
●Charging state
●Remaining run time
●Remaining charging time
●Error messages
Note
The run time adjustment is generated via capacity switching!
Display Meaning For the illustrations, refer
to the graphics page
Battery pack
in storage
Charging state of the battery pack
while not in use. Figure A
Battery pack
in use
Remaining run time of the battery
pack while in use. Figure B

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Battery pack
charging
Remaining charging time of the
battery pack during charging. Figure C
The battery pack is fully charged. Figure D
Fault display The battery pack temperature lies
outside the permissible tempera-
ture range or the battery pack is
disabled due to a short circuit.
Figure E
Battery pack is defective and disa-
bled for safety. Do not use the bat-
tery pack and dispose of it
properly.
Figure F
Display Meaning For the illustrations, refer
to the graphics page

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Charging process
Note
New battery packs are only pre-charged and must be fully charged before first
use.
The display is activated during the first charging process.
New battery packs reach their full capacity after approx. 5 charging and dis-
charging cycles.
Charge battery packs that have not been used for a long time before use.
The battery pack cannot be charged outside the permissible temperature value
range. The battery pack display then shows the temperature symbol.
If the display does not show anything during the charging process, please follow
the notes in the "Troubleshooting" chapter.
Note
The charging current and the necessary charging time is temperature-depend-
ent for safety reasons.

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Operation
몇CAUTION
Loose battery pack
Risk of injury and damage
Ensure that the battery pack engages correctly.
Note
The display shows the remaining run time in minutes while the device is in use.
1. Push the battery pack into the mounting on the device.
2. Remove the battery pack from the device after completing the work.
Charge partly discharged battery packs after use.

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Storage
ATTENTION
Moisture and heat
Risk of damage
Store the battery packs indoors only, at low humidity and at temperatures below
20°C.
The battery pack display shows the current charging state during storage.
Troubleshooting guide
Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can remedy yourself using the
following overview. When in doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned
here, please contact your authorised Customer Service.
General fault
Display shows broken battery symbol
Battery pack is defective and disabled for safety.
1. Do not use the battery pack.
2. Dispose of the battery pack in the correct manner.

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Faults during charging
Battery pack not charging, indicator lamp on quick charger off, display off
The quick charger is defective.
1. Replace the quick charger.
Battery pack not charging, display is on
Defective charger.
1. Replace the charger.
Batterypack notcharging,indicator lampon thequick chargeris blinking,
display is on.
The battery pack temperature may not be within the normal range.
The quick charger is defective.
1. Observe the information per the display.
2. Replace the quick charger.
Battery pack not charging, display is off
Battery pack is completely discharged or defective.
1. Wait and see if the display shows the remaining charging time after a while.
If the display remains off then the battery pack is defective.
2. Replace the battery pack.

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Battery pack not charging, display shows the temperature symbol
The battery pack temperature is too low/high.
1. Put the battery pack in a moderate temperature environment and wait until
the battery pack temperature returns to the normal range, see the "Technical
data" chapter.
The charging process begins automatically.
Faults during operation
Display shows the temperature symbol
The battery pack temperature is too low/high.
1. Remove the battery pack, let the battery pack cool down until the tempera-
ture symbol disappears again.
Short-circuit
In case of a short-circuit, the battery pack is disabled for 30 seconds. If the
short-circuit occurs more frequently, the battery pack is permanently disabled.
1. Connect the battery pack to the charger to unlock it.
Display shows remaining run time 0, device switches off
The battery pack is discharged.
1. Charge the battery pack.

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Storage faults
Display shows no remaining capacity
The battery pack is discharged.
1. Charge the battery pack.
Technical data
18/30 36/60 36/75
Electrical connection
Battery pack nominal voltage V 18 36 36
Battery platform Battery
Power+
Battery
Power+
Battery
Power+
Battery pack type Li-ION Li-ION Li-ION
Rated capacity (according to
IEC/EN 61960)
Ah 3,0 6,0 7,5
Rating Wh 54 216 270
Charging power max. A 3,5 7,5 7,5

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Subject to technical modifications.
Dimensions and weights
Weight kg 0,71 1,7 2,1
Operating temperature °C -20 - 40 -20 - 40 -20 - 40
Charging temperature °C 4 - 40 4 - 40 4 - 40
Storage temperature °C -20 - 60 -20 - 60 -20 - 60
Length x width x height mm 133 x 88 x 5
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133 x 88 x 1
17,5
133 x 88 x 1
17,5
18/30 36/60 36/75

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CONSIGNES DE SECURITE
IMPORTANTES
LISEZ TOUS LES AVERTISSEMENTS ET INSTRUCTIONS DE
SÉCURITÉ
CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS. CE MANUEL CONTIENT
DES INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ ET D’UTILISATION IM-
PORTANTES POUR LES BLOCS-BATTERIES KÄRCHER BAT-
TERYPOWER ET BATTERYPOWER +.
AVANT D’UTILISER LA BATTERIE, lisez toutes les instructions et les mises en
garde figurant sur la batterie, le chargeur de batterie et le produit utilisant cette
batterie.
LE NON-RESPECT DES AVERTISSEMENTS ET DES INSTRUCTIONS PEUT
ENTRAÎNER UN CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE, UN INCENDIE ET/OU DES BLES-
SURES GRAVES. Conservez tous les avertissements et instructions pour réfé-
rence future.

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●Informer immédiatement votre fournisseur en cas de constat de dommage
dû au transport.
 DANGER
Pour réduire le risque d’incendie, de choc électrique ou de blessure :
1 DANGER, RECHARGEZ UNIQUEMENT AVEC LE CHARGEUR spécifié par
le fabricant. Un chargeur adapté à un type de bloc-batterie peut entraîner un
risque d’incendie lorsqu’il est utilisé avec un autre bloc-batterie.
2 ) SUIVEZ TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS DE CHARGE et ne chargez pas le
bloc-batterie ou l’appareil en dehors de la plage de températures spécifiée
dans les instructions. Une charge incorrecte ou à des températures en de-
hors de la plage spécifiée peut endommager la batterie et augmenter le
risque d’incendie.
3 NE CHARGEZ PAS DE BLOCS-BATTERIES ENDOMMAGÉS. Remplacez
les blocs-batteries endommagés par des blocs-batteries approuvés par
KÄRCHER.
4 N’IMMERGEZ PAS LA BATTERIE DANS L’EAU ou tout autre liquide.