Kärcher BR 30/1 C Bp User manual

BR 30/1 C Bp
59696610 (07/21)
English 2
Français 25
Español 50

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Contents
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL IN-
STRUCTIONS BE-
FORE USING
THIS MACHINE
●Inform your dealer immediately if
there is any shipping damage.
●Completely remove the accessories
from the box.
SAVE THESE IN-
STRUCTIONS
When using an electrical machine, ba-
sic precautions should always be fol-
lowed, including the following:
This appliance is intended for com-
mercial use.
SAFETY IN-
STRUCTIONS
DANGER
Risk of asphyxiation. Keep packaging
film out of the reach of children.
몇WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury:
●Do not charge the battery pack out-
doors.
●REMOVE BATTERY PACK FROM
APPLIANCE before performing
maintenance work and when not in
use.
●ALWAYS CHECK THE CHARGER
for damage or signs of any aging be-
fore each use.
●Charger: DO NOT UNPLUG BY
PULLING CORD. To unplug, grasp
plug, not cord.
●Charger: DO NOT GRASP PLUG
WITH WET HANDS.
●TO AVOID SHOCK, do not expose
to rain. Store indoors.
●USE ONLY AS RECOMMENDED
BY THIS MANUAL. Use only with
recommended attachments.
●KEEP HAIR, CLOTHING, LOOSE
JEWELRY, FINGERS and all parts
of the body away from openings and
moving parts.
●DO NOT USE APPLIANCE TO EX-
TRACT COMBUSTIBLE, flamma-
ble, hazardous, toxic, or
carcinogenic materials, including
gasoline, diesel fuel, acetone, paint
thinner, heating oils, undiluted acids
and solvents, pesticide, and asbes-
tos.
●DO NOT ALLOW APPLIANCE TO
BE USED AS A TOY. Keep children
away from appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUC-
TIONS ................................................ 2
Hazard levels ..................................... 4
General notes .................................... 4
Environmental protection ................... 5
Intended use ...................................... 5
Scope of delivery ............................... 5
Description of the unit ........................ 6
Initial startup....................................... 7
Operation ........................................... 9
Transport............................................ 16
Storage .............................................. 16
Cleaning the device ........................... 16
Troubleshooting guide........................ 21
Warranty............................................. 23
Accessories and spare parts.............. 23
Technical data .................................... 24

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●DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED
while appliance is running.
●DO NOT USE IF APPLIANCE IS IN
POOR CONDITION. If the appli-
ance has been dropped, damaged,
exposed to weather, or dropped into
water; have it checked by an autho-
rized service.
●USE EXTRA CAUTION when oper-
ating on stairs.
●STAY ALERT! Do not use appliance
when you are tired or under the influ-
ence of drugs, alcohol or medica-
tion.
몇CAUTION
●UNSUITABLE BRUSHES PUT
YOUR SAFETY AT RISK. Only use
the brushes supplied with the appli-
ance or those recommended in the
operating instructions.
Operation
DANGER
●When using the appliance in hazard
zones (e.g. service stations), adhere
to the respective safety regulations.
●Operation in explosive atmospheres
is prohibited.
●Never extract fluids, flammable gas-
es, explosive dusts as well as undi-
luted acids and solvents with the
appliance. These include petrol,
paint thinners or heating oil, which
can form explosive vapours or mix-
tures, also acetone, undiluted acids
and solvents because these attack
the materials used in the appliance.
몇WARNING
●Never use the device to clean peo-
ple or animals.
●Make sure there are no objects in
the work area that can be caught by
the rotating brush and flung away.
몇CAUTION
●Check the appliance and the acces-
sories each time before operation, to
make sure it is safe and working cor-
rectly.
ATTENTION
●The appliance is not a vacuum
cleaner. Do not extract more liquid
than you sprayed. Never use the ap-
pliance for extracting dry dirt.
●The appliance may only be used to
clean smooth floors that are insensi-
tive to moisture and polishing.
●Observe the legal regulations when
disposing of waste water and brine.
●Observe the legal regulations when
disposing of waste water and brine.
Operation with detergent
몇CAUTION
●Keep detergents out of the reach of
children.
●Never use the recommended deter-
gents undiluted. These products are
operationally safe since they do not
contain any acids, alkali or sub-
stances that are harmful to the envi-
ronment. Should detergents come
into contact with eyes, rinse these
out immediately and thoroughly us-
ing water and seek medical attention
immediately. The same applies if de-
tergents are swallowed.
●Only use the detergents recom-
mended by the manufacturer and
observe the application, disposal
and safety instructions of the deter-
gent manufacturers.
Operator care of the appliance
몇WARNING
●If the appliance is found to be in
need of repairs or in any way un-
safe, or contributes to an unsafe

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condition, the matter shall be report-
ed immediately to the user’s desig-
nated authority, and the appliance
shall not be operated until it has
been restored to safe operating con-
dition.
●If during operation the appliance be-
comes unsafe in any way, the matter
shall be reported immediately to the
user’s designated authority, and the
appliance shall not be operated until
it has been restored to safe operat-
ing condition.
●Do not make repairs or adjustments
unless specifically authorized to do
so.
Care and Service
몇WARNING
●Before cleaning, service and replac-
ing parts, you must switch off the ap-
pliance and remove the battery.
몇CAUTION
●Have repair work, installation of
spare parts and work on electrical
components carried out by the au-
thorised customer service only.
●Repairs may only be carried out by
approved customer service sites or
staff qualified in this area who are fa-
miliar with all relevant safety instruc-
tions.
ATTENTION
●Pay attention to the safety inspec-
tion for mobile devices for industrial
use in accordance with the locally
applicable regulations.
●Short-circuits or other damage. Do
not clean the appliance with a hose
or high pressure cleaner water jet.
Accessories and spare parts
몇CAUTION
●Only use accessories and spare
parts which are approved by the
manufacturer. Only original acces-
sories and original spare parts en-
sure that the appliance will run fault-
free and safely.
Transport
몇CAUTION
●Switch off appliance prior to trans-
portation. Secure the appliance, tak-
ing into account its weight, see
chapter Technical data.
Hazard levels
DANGER
●Indication of an imminent threat of
danger that will lead to severe inju-
ries or even death.
몇WARNING
●Indication of a potentially dangerous
situation that may lead to severe inju-
ries or even death.
몇CAUTION
●Indication of a potentially dangerous
situation that may lead to minor inju-
ries.
ATTENTION
●Indication of a potentially dangerous
situation that may lead to damage to
property.
General notes
Before using the device for the first
time, read the original instructions that
are supplied with the device, battery
pack and charger. Proceed according-
ly.
Keep the booklets for future reference
or for future owners.

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●Failure to follow the operating in-
structions can result in damage to
the device and danger to the opera-
tor or other persons.
●Inform the dealer immediately in the
event of any shipping damage.
●When unpacking, check the pack-
age contents for missing accesso-
ries or signs of damage.
Environmental protection
The packing materials can be re-
cycled. Please dispose of packag-
ing in accordance with the
environmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic applianc-
es / devices contain valuable, re-
cyclable materials and often
components such as batteries, re-
chargeable batteries or oil, which - if
handled or disposed of incorrectly -
can pose a potential threat to human
health and the environment. However,
these components are required for the
correct operation of the appliance / de-
vice. Appliances / devices marked by
this symbol are not allowed to be dis-
posed of together with the household
trash.
Notes on the content materials
(REACH)
Current information on content materi-
als can be found at: www.kaercher.de/
REACH
Intended use
This device is suitable for commercial
and industrial use, e.g. in hotels,
schools, hospitals, factories, shops, of-
fices, and rental companies. Use the
device only in accordance with the in-
formation in these operating instruc-
tions.
●The device may only be used for
cleaning smooth surfaces that are
insensitive to water and polishing.
●The device is not suitable for clean-
ing frozen floors (e.g. in cold stores).
●The device is not suitable for use in
potentially explosive environments.
Scope of delivery
During unpacking, check the contents
for completeness. If any accessories
are missing or in the event of any ship-
ping damage, please notify your deal-
er.

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Description of the unit
1Warning light 2Boost function button

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3ON / OFF switch
4Handle
5Battery pack unlocking button
6Battery pack holder
7Handle bowl
8Type plate
9Fresh water filter
10 Fresh water tank
11 Lid handle
12 Cleaning brush
13 Lid
14 Locking flaps
15 Waste water tray
16 Waste water tank
17 Sweep bins
18 Lock
19 Lid
20 Dosing head
21 Detergent CA 50 C (0.5 l round bot-
tle)
22 Cleaning rollers (replacement)
23 Battery pack 'Battery Power 18/25
DW'
24 Power cord for quick charger
25 Quick charger 'Battery Power+ 18/
60'
26 Cleaning rollers
Initial startup
Charging the battery pack
1. Charge the battery pack (see oper-
ating instructions for the battery
pack and charger).
Inserting the battery pack
1. Insert the battery pack into the bat-
tery pack holder on the device until it
audibly engages in place.
Detergents and care agents
ATTENTION
Use of unsuitable detergents and
care agents
The use of unsuitable detergents and
care agents can damage the device
and lead to the exclusion of any guar-
antee.
Use only KÄRCHER detergents.
Pay attention to the correct dosage.
Note
Use KÄRCHER detergents or care
agents for floor cleaning as required.
When dosing the detergents and
care agents, pay attention to the
manufacturer's specifications.
To avoid foam formation, first fill the
fresh water tank with water and then
with the detergent or care agent.
To avoid overflowing, leave space
for detergents or care agents when
filling with water.

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Filling the fresh water tank
1. Grasp the fresh water tank via the
side recessed grips and remove it
from the device.
2. Open the tank cap.
3. Fill the fresh water tank with clean
tap water (max. 104°F (40°C)) to no
more than the MAX mark. If deter-
gent is to be used, fill in less fresh
water accordingly.
4. If necessary, add KÄRCHER deter-
gent or care agent to the fresh water
tank.
ATTENTION
Overdosing or underdosing of de-
tergent or care agent
Can lead to poor cleaning results.
Observe the recommended dosage for
detergent and care agents.
Note
For optimal cleaning and care results,
we recommend using only KÄRCHER
products and the dosing head.
5. Unscrew the round bottle lock.
6. Screw the dosing head onto the
round bottle.

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7. Squeeze the round bottle in the mid-
dle until the required amount of de-
tergent has flowed into the dosing
head.
Take the following into account:
a The specifications of the detergent
manufacturer for the mixing ratio
of detergent and fresh water
b The corresponding scale on the
dosing head
c The capacity of the tank
8. Open the cover on the dosing head.
9. Fill the detergent into the tank.
10.Close the lid on the dosing head.
11.Close the tank cap.
12.Insert the fresh water tank into the
device until it engages.
Operation
General information on
operation
ATTENTION
Moisture
Material damage to sensitive floors
Before using the device, check the
floor in an inconspicuous place for wa-
ter consistency.
Do not clean any water-sensitive cov-
erings such as untreated cork floors,
as moisture can penetrate and dam-
age the floor.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage from moisture and
detergent, as well as from the de-
vice tipping over
Risk of damage to sensitive floors and
the cleaning rollers as a result of pro-
longed exposure to moisture and de-
tergents.
Risk of material damage due to the de-
vice tipping over.
Always set the device to its parking po-
sition whenever you take a break and
when you have finished work.
When switching it off, do not lean the
device against walls, doors or other ob-
jects.
ATTENTION
Material damage
Material damage to the device from
large, pointed, bulky objects.
Do not use or store the device on hard,
coarse dirt or hard objects, as these
parts could become jammed under-
neath the waste water tank and scratch
the floor and the waste water tank it-
self.

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Before starting work and storing the
device, remove any objects such as
shards and pebbles from the floor.
●For optimal cleaning results, wash
the cleaning rollers in a washing ma-
chine at 60 °C before using them for
the first time.
●Work backwards towards the door to
prevent leaving any footprints on the
freshly cleaned floor.
●The floor is cleaned by moving the
device back and forth at the same
speed as when vacuuming.
●Activate the boost function for heavy
soiling. To do this, press and hold
the boost function button. When the
boost function is activated, the roller
speed and the amount of fresh water
are increased. Let the device slide
slowly across the floor without exert-
ing pressure on the device.
●If the cleaning rollers are blocked as
a result of a jam, for example, the
device will switch off.
The warning light illuminates.
Remove the blockage.
To switch the device on again, press
the ON / OFF switch twice.
Note
The first press clears the error and the
second press switches the device on.
If the ON / OFF switch is not pressed,
the warning light will go out after
10 seconds. To switch the device on,
press the ON / OFF switch once.

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●When the battery pack is almost flat,
the ON / OFF switch will start to
flash.
Press the ON / OFF switch.
The device switches off.
Remove the battery pack from the
device and charge it (see chapter
Finishing operation).
Note
To prevent the battery pack from being
totally discharged, the device will
switch itself off before the battery pack
is completely flat.
●Switch off the device and set it to its
parking position whenever you take
a break and when you have finished
work. When the device is in its park-
ing position, the cleaning rollers do
not touch the floor.
●When switching off the device, do
not lean it against walls, doors or
other objects; instead, set it to its
parking position.
Start working
ATTENTION
Uncontrolled movement
Equipment and material damage
As soon as the device is switched on,
the cleaning rollers start rotating.
Hold the handle so that the device
does not move by itself.

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ATTENTION
Fresh or waste water tank not insert-
ed
Material damage
Before starting the cleaning work,
make sure that the fresh water tank is
filled with water, and the waste water
tank is inserted in the device.
1. Remove the cleaning rollers from
the device (see chapter Cleaning
the cleaning rollers).
2. Moisten the cleaning rollers with
fresh water.
3. Mount the cleaning rollers.
4. Press the ON / OFF switch.
The device switches on.
5. Activate the boost function to clean
stubborn dirt (see chapter General
information on operation).
Emptying the waste water tank
●Empty the waste water tank as soon
as the fresh water tank is empty, or if
the device no longer absorbs mois-
ture and there is water left on the
floor.
1. Press the ON / OFF switch.
The device switches off.
2. Set the device to its parking position
(see chapter General information
on operation).
3. Disengage the two locking flaps on
the device.
The waste water tank detaches from
the device.
4. Lift the device and set it to one side.
5. When transporting it to a draining ar-
ea, do not hold the waste water tank
by the lid, but position both of your
hands at the sides of the waste wa-
ter tray. Keep the waste water tank

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level, otherwise waste water can es-
cape.
6. Empty the waste water tank.
In the case of stubborn dirt, rinse out
the waste water tank with tap water
(see chapter Cleaning the waste
water tank).
7. Clean the sweep bins (see chapter
Cleaning the sweep bins).
8. Insert the waste water tank into the
device in reverse order.
Interrupting operation
ATTENTION
Risk of damage from moisture and
detergent, as well as from the de-
vice tipping over
Risk of damage to sensitive floors and
the cleaning rollers as a result of pro-
longed exposure to moisture and de-
tergents.
Risk of material damage due to the de-
vice tipping over.
Always set the device to its parking po-
sition whenever you take a break and
when you have finished work.
When switching it off, do not lean the
device against walls, doors or other ob-
jects.
1. Press the ON / OFF switch.
The device switches off.
2. Set the device to its parking position
(see chapter General information
on operation).
Rinsing the cleaning rollers
If there is a large accumulation of dirt,
the cleaning rollers can be subjected to
an intermediate cleaning process by
using the rinsing function.
Note
When work is complete, the cleaning
rollers must be removed and cleaned
under running water or washed in a
washing machine before the device is
placed in storage (see chapter Clean-
ing the cleaning rollers). The rinsing
function does not replace the final thor-
ough cleaning process.

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1. Press the ON / OFF switch.
The device switches off.
2. Set the device to its parking position
(see chapter General information
on operation).
3. Check the filling level in the fresh
water tank (this must be at least
50%).
If necessary, fill the fresh water tank
accordingly (see chapter Filling the
fresh water tank).
4. Press and hold the boost function
button.
5. Press and hold the ON / OFF switch.
The rinsing function is activated af-
ter approx. 3 seconds. The cleaning
rollers are then rotated and rinsed.
The ON / OFF switch flashes.
6. Release the boost function button
and the ON / OFF switch.
7. The device will switch off automati-
cally after approx. 2 minutes.
The rinsing function can be stopped
at any time by pressing the ON /
OFF switch.
8. Empty the waste water tank (see
chapter Emptying the waste water
tank).
9. Check the filling level in the fresh
water tank and fill the tank if neces-
sary (see chapter Filling the fresh
water tank).
Finishing operation
1. Press the ON / OFF switch.
The device switches off.
2. Set the device to its parking position
(see chapter General information
on operation).

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3. Press the unlocking button for the
battery pack and remove the battery
pack from the battery pack holder.
4. Charge the battery pack.
Also charge battery packs after use
if they are partially discharged.
ATTENTION
Stuck dirt
Stuck dirt can permanently damage the
device.
We recommend cleaning the device
completely after each use.
5. Clean the device (see chapter
Cleaning the device).
Keep the device safe
ATTENTION
Risk of damage and the develop-
ment of odors due to liquids and
damp dirt
Liquids and damp dirt in the device can
lead to the accumulation of bacteria
and the development of odors when
the device is not being used or if it is in
storage.
Damp dirt can dry up in the device and
become caked on the cleaning rollers,
thereby impairing the cleaning perfor-
mance of the device.
Empty the fresh water tank and waste
water tank when finishing work and be-
fore storing the device.
Clean the waste water tank, sweep
bins and cleaning rollers.
Allow the clean cleaning rollers to air
dry, e.g. mounted on the device or
standing upright. Do not place wet
cleaning rollers on moisture-sensitive
surfaces, in closed containers or in
cupboards.
1. Clean the device (see chapter
Cleaning the device).
2. Clean the waste water tank (see
chapter Cleaning the waste water
tank).
3. Clean the sweep bins (see chapter
Cleaning the sweep bins).
4. Clean the cleaning rollers (see
chapter Cleaning the cleaning roll-
ers).
5. Charge the battery pack (see oper-
ating instructions for the battery
pack and charger).
6. Set the device to its parking position
(see chapter General information
on operation) and store it indoors in
a dry location.

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Transport
몇CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device
during transportation.
1. To carry the device, grasp the han-
dle bowl underneath the battery
pack holder.
2. Secure the device in accordance
with the respective applicable guide-
lines to prevent it from slipping or
overturning when in transport.
Storage
몇CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device
during storage.
The device may only be stored in-
doors.
1. Press the unlocking button for the
battery pack and remove the battery
pack from the battery pack holder to
prevent it from discharging.
Cleaning the device
Cleaning the device
ATTENTION
Risk of damage and the develop-
ment of odors due to liquids and
damp dirt
Liquids and damp dirt in the device can
lead to the accumulation of bacteria
and the development of odors when
the device is not being used or if it is in
storage.
Damp dirt can dry up in the device and
become caked on the cleaning rollers,
thereby impairing the cleaning perfor-
mance of the device.
Empty the fresh water tank and waste
water tank when finishing work and be-
fore storing the device.
Clean the waste water tank, sweep
bins and cleaning rollers.
Allow the clean cleaning rollers to air
dry, e.g. mounted on the device or
standing upright. Do not place wet
cleaning rollers on moisture-sensitive

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surfaces, in closed containers or in
cupboards.
1. Press the ON / OFF switch.
The device switches off.
2. Set the device to its parking position
(see chapter General information
on operation).
3. Wipe dirt and detergent residue from
the housing by using a damp cloth.
4. Remove the fresh water tank, empty
it and reinsert it back into the device
(see chapter Filling the fresh water
tank).
Cleaning the waste water tank
ATTENTION
Stuck dirt
Stuck dirt can permanently damage the
device.
We recommend cleaning the device af-
ter each use.
Clean the waste water tank regularly.
1. Press the ON / OFF switch.
The device switches off.
2. Set the device to its parking position
(see chapter General information
on operation).
3. Empty the waste water tank (see
chapter Emptying the waste water
tank).
4. Pull the lid handle and remove the
lid.

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5. Clean the waste water tray and the
lid using tap water.
6. Allow the waste water tray and the
lid to dry, or dry them using a lint-free
cloth.
7. Assemble the waste water tank in
reverse order and insert it into the
device.
Cleaning the sweep bins
ATTENTION
Stuck dirt
Stuck dirt can permanently damage the
device.
We recommend cleaning the device af-
ter each use.
Clean the sweep bins on a regular ba-
sis.
1. Press the ON / OFF switch.
The device switches off.
2. Set the device to its parking position
(see chapter General information
on operation).
3. Remove the waste water tank (see
chapter Emptying the waste water
tank).
4. Remove the sweep bins.
a Disengage the sweep bins to the
side and swing them forwards.
b Remove the sweep bins to the
side.

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5. Clean both of the sweep bins under
running water.
6. Remove the cleaning brush from the
lid of the waste water tank and re-
move any dirt from the combs (cir-
cled in the illustration).
7. Insert both of the sweep bins in re-
verse order.
Cleaning the cleaning rollers
ATTENTION
Detergent residue in the cleaning
rollers
Foaming
Wash the cleaning rollers under run-
ning water after each use, or wash the
cleaning rollers in a washing machine.
ATTENTION
Damage caused by washing the
cleaning rollers with fabric softener
or using a tumble dryer
Damage to the microfibers
Do not use any fabric softener when
washing the cleaning rollers in a wash-
ing machine.
Do not put the cleaning rollers in a tum-
ble dryer.
Do not bleach or iron the cleaning roll-
ers.
1. Press the ON / OFF switch.
The device switches off.
2. Set the device to its parking position
(see chapter General information
on operation).
3. Grasp the recessed grips at the side
of the cleaning rollers and unscrew
the rollers.

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4. Clean the cleaning rollers under run-
ning water, or wash them in a wash-
ing machine at max. 60 °C.
5. Clean the roller drives with a damp
cloth.
6. Turn the cleaning rollers on the roller
drives. Pay attention to the color
coding for the inner part of the roller
and the roller drive (green to green
and blue to blue).
7. Mount the rollers on the device or al-
low them to dry standing upright.
Cleaning the water distribution
strips
ATTENTION
Stuck dirt
Stuck dirt can permanently damage the
device.
We recommend cleaning the device af-
ter each use.
Clean the water distribution strips on a
regular basis.
1. Press the ON / OFF switch.
The device switches off.
2. Set the device to its parking position
(see chapter General information
on operation).
3. Remove the waste water tank (see
chapter Emptying the waste water
tank).
4. Remove the cleaning rollers (see
chapter Cleaning the cleaning roll-
ers).