Tornado BR Vario II User manual

8 English
Please read and comply with
these instructions prior to the
initial operation of your appliance. Retain
these operating instructions for future refer-
ence or for subsequent possessors.
Safety instructions 8
Function 8
Proper use 8
Environmental protection 8
Operating elements 9
Before Commissioning 9
Operation 9
Maintenance and care 11
Faults 11
Specifications 12
Accessories 12
CE declaration 12
Warranty 12
Spare parts 12
Before using the appliance for the first time,
read and observe these operating instruc-
tions and the accompanying brochure:
Safety information for brush cleaning units
and spray-extraction units, 5.956-251.
The following symbols are used in this op-
erating manual:
Danger
Indicates an immediate threat of danger.
Failure to observe the instruction may result
in death or serious injuries.
몇Warning
Indicates a possibly dangerous situation.
Failure to observe the instruction may result
in light injuries or damage to property.
Note
Indicates useful tips and important informa-
tion about the product.
The appliance is used for the wet cleaning
or polishing of level floors.
Two opposite running brush rollers clean
the floor by means of the added detergent
solution. A working width of 400 mm and a
capacity of 10 l of the fresh water tank allow
an effective cleaning.
The power supply operation allows a high
capacity without a restriction of the working
time.
Note
The appliance can be equipped with vari-
ous accessories depending on the cleaning
task. Please request our catalogue or visit
us on the Internet at www.kaercher.com.
Use this appliance only as directed in these
operating instructions.
– The appliance may only be used for the
cleaning of hard surfaces that are not
sensitive to moisture and polishing op-
erations.
The application temperature ranges
from +5°C to +40°C.
– The appliance is not suited for the
cleaning of frozen grounds (e.g. in cold
stores).
– The appliance may only be equipped
with original accessories and spare
parts.
– The appliance has been designed for
the cleaning of floors inside or or cov-
ered surfaces. With respect to other ap-
plications the usage of alternative
brushes must be checked.
– The appliance is not intended for the
cleaning of public traffic routes.
Contents
Safety instructions
Symbols
Function
Proper use
Environmental protection
The packaging materials are
recyclable. Please do not throw
packaging in the domestic
waste but pass it on for recy-
cling.
Old units contain valuable recy-
clable materials. Batteries, oil
and similar substances may
not be released into the envi-
ronment. Therefore please dis-
pose of old units through
suitable collection systems.

English 9
1 Brushing rollers
2 Button for brush change
3 Bearing wheel
4 Strain relief clamp
5 Push handle
6 Switch for detergent solution
7 Switch for brush drive
8 Support of the transport wheel
9 Mains plug
10 Lock of pushing handle
11 Fresh water tank cover
12 Fresh water tank
13 Release button for the transport wheel
몇Warning
Risk of damage. Do not pinch the cable dur-
ing the installation.
ÎSlide the lock of the push handle up.
ÎPlace the lower push handle vertically
and arrest.
ÎSlide the upper slider half onto the lower
slider half.
ÎInsert the screw into the star handle and
tighten it.
ÎAttach the cable to the wire hook on the
push handle.
The brushes must be installed before the in-
itial operation (see "Maintenance works").
Note
To take the brush drive out of operation, im-
mediately release brush drive switch.
몇Warning
Risk of damage. Only use the recommend-
ed detergents. With respect to different de-
tergents the operator bears the increased
risk regarding the operational safety and
danger of accident. Only use detergents
that are free from solvents, hydrochloric
acid and hydrofluoric acid.
Note
Do not use highly foaming detergents. Ob-
serve the dosing notes.
Operating elements
Before Commissioning
Installing the pushing handle Installing the Brushes
Operation
Filling in detergents

10 English
Recommended detergents:
ÎOpen the cover of the fresh water reser-
voir.
ÎPour in water/detergent mixture. Maxi-
mum temperature of the liquid 50°C
ÎClose the cover of the fresh water reser-
voir.
ÎPlace the push handle vertically and ar-
rest.
ÎInsert the transport wheel axles into the
borings on the appliance and lock them.
ÎTilt the appliance to the side and drive it
to the place of use on its transport
wheels.
At the site of use:
ÎPress the transport wheel release but-
ton and pull the transport wheel out.
ÎInsert the transport wheels into their
holder until they stop.
Danger
Check the mains cables of the machine
each time before using the machine to see
that it is not damaged. Never operate a ma-
chine with damaged cables. Get the dam-
aged cables replaced by an electrician.
몇Warning
The highest allowed net impedance at the
electrical connection point (refer to techni-
cal data) is not to be exceeded.
ÎInsert the looped end of the extension
cable in the strain relief hook.
ÎPlug in the mains plug.
ÎPlace the push handle vertically and ar-
rest.
ÎPush the push handle down and turn it
to the position indicated above.
ÎStart up the appliance (see "Cleaning")
and move it forward and backwards
over the surface to be processed.
ÎPlace the push handle vertically and ar-
rest.
ÎPush the push handle down and turn it
to the position indicated above.
ÎStart the appliance up (see "Cleaing".
ÎMove the appliance to the left: Press
the left side of the push handle down.
Move the appliance to the right::
Press the rlght side of the push handle
down.
ÎSlide the lock of the push handle up and
swivel it to a comfortable working
height.
ÎTurn on the brushes by using the switch
for the brush drive.
ÎTurn on the brush irrigation by using the
switch for the detergent solution.
ÎMove the appliance over the surface to
be processed by the push handle (see
"Cleaning method").
몇Warning!
Risk of damage to the floor covering. Do not
operate the appliance on the spot.
ÎSlide the lock of the push handle up and
swivel it to a comfortable working
height.
ÎTurn on the brushes by using the switch
for the brush drive.
ÎMove the appliance over the surface to
be processed by the push handle (see
"Cleaning method").
몇Warning!
Risk of damage to the floor covering. Do not
operate the appliance on the spot.
Note
To polish underneath furniture, the fresh
water reservoir can be removed.
ÎRelease the switch for detergent solu-
tion.
ÎRelease the brush drive button.
ÎPlace the push handle vertically and ar-
rest.
ÎDisconnect the mains plug.
ÎLift up the fresh water reservoir and car-
ry it to the disposal site.
몇Warning
Please observe the local provisions regard-
ing the wastewater treatment.
ÎRemove the cover of the fresh water
reservoir and pour out the liquid via the
notch.
ÎIf you want to transport the appliance on
a vehicle secure it from slipping.
To reduce the required space, the pushing
handle can be folded or disassembled:
ÎRelease the star grips of the pushing
handle fastening.
ÎUnscrew the star grips, remove the
screws and take off the upper push han-
dle half.
Application Detergent
Routine cleaning of all wa-
ter resistant floors
RM 746
RM 780
Routine cleaning of glossy
surfaces (e.g. granite)
RM 755 es
Routine cleaning and basic
cleaning of industrial floors
RM 69 ASF
Routine cleaning and basic
cleaning of fine stoneware
tiles
RM 753
Routine cleaning of tiles in
sanitary areas
RM 751
Cleaning and disinfection
in sanitary areas
RM 732
Removal of coating from
all alkali-resistant floors
(e.g. PVC)
RM 752
Removal of coating from li-
noleum floors
RM 754
Driving to the Place of Use
Establish mains contact
Cleaning method
Move the appliance back and forth.
Move the appliance from side to side
Cleaning
Polishing
Shutting Down the Appliance
Emptying the Fresh Water Reser-
voir
Transport