tion port. Make sure that no material accumulates in the
flow area.
Safe transport and storage
WARNING
● Switch the device off, allow it to
cool down and remove the battery pack before storage
or transportation.
CAUTION
● Risk of injury and damage to the
device. Secure the device against movement or falling
down during transport.
ATTENTION
● Remove all foreign bodies from the
device before storage or transportation. ● Store the de-
vice in a dry, well ventilated location out of the reach of
children. Keep the device away from corrosive sub-
stances such as garden chemicals. ● Do not store the
device outdoors.
Safe servicing and care
WARNING
● Turn off the motor, make sure all
moving parts have fully stopped and remove the battery
pack before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the de-
vice. ● Service and maintenance work on this device re-
quire special care and knowledge and may only be
performed by appropriately qualified personnel. Take
the device to an authorized Customer Service depart-
ment for maintenance. ● Ensure that the device is in a
safe condition by regularly checking that all bolts, nuts
and screws are screwed tight. ● Switch the motor off, re-
move the battery pack and make sure that all moving
parts have completely stopped before you remove a
blockage.
CAUTION
● Only use accessories and spare
parts and attachments that are approved by the manu-
facturer. Only original spare parts, original accessories
and original attachments ensure fault-free and safe op-
eration of the device.
ATTENTION
● Clean the product with a soft, dry
cloth each time after use.
Note
● You may only perform the adjustments and re-
pairs described in these operating instructions. Contact
your authorised Customer Service department for other
repairs. ● Have damaged or illegible labels replaced by
an authorised Customer Service centre.
Residual risks
WARNING
● Certain residual risks remain present, even when the
device is operated in the prescribed manner. The fol-
lowing dangers can be present when using the de-
vice:
● Vibration can cause injuries. Use the correct tools
for the job, use the handles provided and use the
lowest required speed in order to complete the job.
● Noise can cause hearing injuries. Wear hearing pro-
tection and limit the duration of exposure.
● Risk of injuries from hurled objects that may escape
from the blower pipe due to the air pressure, if the
collecting bag is not properly secured or is dam-
aged.
● Always wear eye protection.
Risk reduction
CAUTION
● Using the device for longer periods can cause poor
circulation in the hands due to vibrations. A general
period of use cannot be set, because this depends on
several influencing factors:
● Personal tendency to suffer from poor circulation
(frequently cold fingers, tingling sensation in the fin-
gers)
● Low ambient temperature. Wear warm gloves to
protect your hands.
● Holding the device too tightly hindering blood circu-
lation.
● Continuous operation is more harmful than opera-
tion interrupted by work breaks.
You should see a doctor if using the device regularly
and for lengthy periods of time, and in the event of re-
peated occurrences of symptoms such as tingling in
the fingers or cold fingers.
WARNING
The device is not intended for use by children, persons
with restricted physical, sensory or mental abilities or
persons unfamiliar with these instructions.
● The device is intended for outdoor use only.
● The device may only be used in a dry, well-lit envi-
ronment.
● The device is designed for blowing away and vacu-
uming light debris such as leaves, grass and other
garden waste.
● The device is used to suck in and shred dirt and
leaves, and to store them in the collecting bag.
Any other use, e.g. sucking in water or other fluids, is
prohibited.
Environmental protection
The packing materials can be recycled. Please
dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-
vironmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valu-
able, recyclable materials and often components
such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil,
which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can
pose a potential threat to human health and the environ-
ment. However, these components are required for the
correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked
by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of togeth-
er with the household rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found
at: www.kaercher.com/REACH
Accessories and spare parts
Only use original accessories and original spare parts.
They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and
safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be
found at www.kaercher.com.
Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the
packaging. Check the contents for completeness when
unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the
event of any shipping damage, please notify your deal-
er.
Safety devices
CAUTION
Missing or modified safety devices
Safety devices are provided for your own protection.
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