Karcher 1.280-150.204 KM 125/130 R Bp Pack User Manual

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001

KM 105/100 R (G)

KM 105/110 R (G)

KM 125/130 R (G, D)

59990850 03/22

Please read and comply with

these original instructions prior

to the initial operation of your appliance and

store them for later use or subsequent own-

ers.

Please read the safety instructions before

start-up!

The devices listed below are described in

these operating instructions.

The devices differ in working width and mo-

torization as well as in the type of waste

emptying, also refer to Chapter "Technical

data".

Appliance configuration

For all appliances the same features are

optionally available. This manual describes

the maximum features.

Waste disposal

There are 2 different options for waste dis-

posal:

Low emptying system

These devices have two waste containers

in the back that must be removed to empty

them.

Lift/tilt emptying mechanism

These devices have a hydraulically operat-

ed waste container that is operated from

the driver seat for emptying.

Appliance motorisation

Two combustion motor variants are availa-

ble:

G: Petrol engine

D: Diesel engine

Your sales outlet should be informed about

any transit damage noted when unpacking

the product.

– Warning and information plates on the

machine provide important directions

for safe operation.

– In addition to the information contained

in the operating instructions, all statuto-

ry safety and accident prevention regu-

lations must be observed.

Notes about the ingredients (REACH)

You will find current information about the

ingredients at:

www.kaercher.com/REACH

The warranty terms published by the rele-

vant sales company are applicable in each

country. We will repair potential failures of

your appliance within the warranty period

free of charge, provided that such failure is

caused by faulty material or defects in man-

ufacturing. In the event of a warranty claim

please contact your dealer or the nearest

authorized Customer Service center.

Please submit the proof of purchase.

ATTENTION

To avoid risks, all repairs and replacement

of spare parts may only be carried out by

authorized customer service personnel.

– Only use accessories and spare parts

which have been approved by the man-

ufacturer. The exclusive use of original

accessories and original spare parts

ensures that the appliance can be oper-

ated safely and trouble free.

– At the end of the operating instructions

you will find a selected list of spare

parts that are often required.

– For additional information about spare

parts, please go to the Service section

at www.kaercher.com.

Contents

Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 1

Prior to initial start-up. . . . . . . . EN 1

General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 1

Environmental protection EN 1

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 1

Accessories and Spare

Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 1

Symbols in the operating in-

structions . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 2

Symbols on the machine EN 2

Proper use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 2

Foreseeable misuse. . . . EN 2

Suitable surfaces . . . . . . EN 2

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . EN 2

Safety instructions concern-

ing the operation . . . . . . EN 2

Safety information concern-

ing the driving operation. EN 3

Appliances with high empty-

ing system . . . . . . . . . . . EN 3

Machines with driver cabin EN 3

Safety information concern-

ing the combustion engine EN 3

Safety information concern-

ing the transport of the appli-

ance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 3

Safety information concern-

ing maintenance and care EN 3

Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 3

Operating and Functional Ele-

ments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 4

Appliance view. . . . . . . . EN 4

Operating field . . . . . . . . EN 6

Program selection switch EN 6

Language setting on the

control panel . . . . . . . . . EN 6

KIK-key (Kärcher Intelligent

Key) yellow/grey. . . . . . . EN 6

Safety Devices. . . . . . . . EN 7

Before Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 7

Remove the appliance coverEN 7

Opening/closing the engine

bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 7

Unloading tips . . . . . . . . EN 7

Moving sweeper without en-

gaging self-propulsion . . EN 8

Moving sweeper by engag-

ing self-propulsion . . . . . EN 8

Install side brush . . . . . . EN 8

Start up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 8

Prior to start/safety test . EN 8

Refuelling. . . . . . . . . . . . EN 8

Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 9

Adjusting driver's seat . . EN 9

Storage area . . . . . . . . . EN 9

Starting up the appliance EN 9

Starting the machine . . . EN 9

Drive the machine . . . . . EN 9

Sweeping mode . . . . . . . EN 9

Emptying waste container EN 10

Turn off the appliance . . EN 11

Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 11

Storage/decommissioning . . . . EN 11

Care and maintenance . . . . . . EN 11

General notes . . . . . . . . EN 11

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 12

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 12

Maintenance intervals. . EN 12

Maintenance Works . . . EN 13

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 17

Troubleshooting by the oper-

ator with plain text messag-

es on the display. . . . . . EN 18

Troubleshooting with coded

error message on the dis-

play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 20

Accessories (KM 105/...) . . . . . EN 20

Accessories (KM 125/...) . . . . . EN 20

Technical data (KM 105/...) . . . EN 21

Technical data (KM 125/...) . . . EN 22

EU Declaration of Conformity. . EN 24

Prior to initial start-up

KM 105/100 R G

Low emptying system

G: Petrol engine

Worms EX27

KM 105/110 R G

Lift/tilt emptying mecha-

nism

G: Petrol engine

Worms EX27

KM 125/130 R G

Lift/tilt emptying mecha-

nism

G: Petrol engine

Worms EX40

KM 125/130 R D

Lift/tilt emptying mecha-

nism

D: Diesel engine

Yanmar L100V

General notes

Environmental protection

The packaging material can be

recycled. Please do not throw the

packaging material into house-

hold waste; please send it for re-

cycling.

Old appliances contain valuable

materials that can be recycled.

Please arrange for the proper re-

cycling of old appliances. Please

dispose your old appliances us-

ing appropriate collection sys-

tems.

Engine oil, diesel and petrol must not be

released into the environment. Protect the

ground and dispose of used oil in an envi-

ronmentally responsible way.

Warranty

Accessories and Spare Parts

28 EN

� DANGER

Warns about immediate danger which can

lead to severe injuries or death.

�

WARNING

Warns about possible danger which could

lead to severe injuries or death.

� CAUTION

Points out a possibly dangerous situation

which can lead to light injuries or property

damage.

ATTENTION

Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation,

which can lead to property damage.

The sweeper is intended for cleaning floor

surfaces for commercial use and e.g. for

the following fields of application:

 Car parks

 Production facilities



Logistics areas



Hotel



Retail industry

 Storage areas

 Walkways

– Use this sweeper only as directed in

these operating instructions.

– The machine can only be used on pub-

lic highways with the StVZO extension

kit.

– Any use extending beyond this is not

considered as proper use. The manu-

facturer is not liable for any losses re-

sulting from this; the user alone bears

the risk for this.

– Petrol / diesel engine

: The operation indoors is prohibited.

– The machine may not be modified.

– The machine is only suitable for use on

the types of surfaces specified in the

operating instructions.

– The machine may only be operated on

the surfaces approved by the company

or its authorised representatives.

– The following applies in general: Keep

highly-flammable substances away

from the appliance (danger of explo-

sion/fire).

– Never vacuum up explosive liquids,

combustible gases or undiluted acids

and solvents. This includes petrol, paint

thinner or heating oil which can gener-

ate explosive fumes or mixtures upon

contact with the suction air. Acetone,

undiluted acids and solvents must also

be avoided as they can harm the mate-

rials on the machine.

– Never sweep/vacuum up reactive metal

dusts (e.g. aluminium, magnesium,

zinc), as they form explosive gases

when they come in contact with highly

alkaline or acidic detergents.

– Do not sweep/vacuum up any burning

or glowing objects.

– The appliance is not suitable for sweep-

ing off hazardous substances.

– The machine may not be used or stored

in hazardous areas. It is not allowed to

use the appliance in hazardous loca-

tions.

– It is strictly prohibited to take co-pas-

sengers.

– Pushing/pulling or transporting objects

by means of this appliance is prohibit-

ed.

 Asphalt



Industrial floor

 Screed

 Concrete



Paving stones

– The machine with working equipment

must be checked to ensure that it is in

proper working order and is operating

safely prior to use. Otherwise, the appli-

ance must not be used.

– If the appliance is used in hazardous ar-

eas (e.g. filling stations) the corre-

sponding safety provisions must be ob-

served. It is not allowed to use the ap-

pliance in hazardous locations.

– The operator must use the appliance

properly. The person must consider the

local conditions and must pay attention

to third parties, in particular children,

when working with the appliance.

– Prior to starting work, the operator must

ensure that all protective devices are

properly installed and function correct-

ly.

– The operator of the appliance is liable

for accidents with other individuals or

their property.

– Ensure that the operator wears tight-fit-

ting clothes. Wear sturdy shoes and

avoid wearing loose-fitting clothes.

– Check the immediate vicinity prior to

starting (e.g. children). Ensure suffi-

cient visibility!

– Never leave the machine unattended

so long as the engine is running. The

operator may not leave the machine be-

fore the engine has come to a standstill,

the machine has been protected

against accidental movement and the

parking brake has been applied.

– Please remove the key, when not in

use, to avoid unauthorised use of the

appliance.

– The appliance may only be used by per-

sons who have been instructed in han-

dling the appliance or have proven

qualification and expertise in operating

the appliance or have been explicitly

assigned the task of handling the appli-

ance.

– This machine is not intended for use by

persons (including children) with re-

duced physical, sensory or mental ca-

pabilities, or lack of experience and

knowledge.

– Children should be supervised to pre-

vent them from playing with the appli-

ance.

� DANGER

Risk of injury!

– Do not use the appliance without an

overhead guard in areas where the op-

erator might get hit by falling objects.

Symbols in the operating

instructions

Symbols on the machine

� CAUTION

Risk of burns on account of

hot surfaces! Allow the ex-

haust to cool down sufficient-

ly before starting work on the

machine.

� DANGER

Risk of fire!

Please do not sweep away

any burning substances such

as cigarettes, match sticks or

similar objects.

� WARNING

Risk of being squeezed or

hurt at the belts, side-brush-

es, containers, machine cov-

er.

� DANGER

Danger of tipping. Only empty

the waste container when the

appliance is placed on a level

and stable ground

� DANGER

Risk of injury on account of

rotating roller brush. Open

the appliance hood only when

the engine has come to a halt.

�

WARNING

Do not inhale exhaust gases

Tyre pressure

Intake points for the jack

Lashing point

Proper use

Foreseeable misuse

Suitable surfaces

Safety instructions

Safety instructions concerning the

operation

29EN

� DANGER

Danger of tipping if gradient is too high.

KM 105/1xx

– In the direction of travel, inclines and

declines only up to 18%.

KM 125/130

– In the direction of travel, inclines and

declines only up to 16% (diesel motor

and petrol motor).

� DANGER

Danger of tipping on unstable ground.

– Only use the machine on sound surfac-

es.

Danger of tipping with excessive sideways

tilt.

– The gradient perpendicular to the direc-

tion of travel should not exceed 10%.

� WARNING

Risk of accident!

– The travel speed must be adapted to

the existing conditions.

– Drive slowly when cornering.

�

DANGER

Risk of injury!

– When working on the high emptying

system, completely lift and secure the

waste container.

– Perform the safeguarding only from

outside the hazard zone.

– The waste container may only be filled

up to a maximum fill volume or maxi-

mum fill weight.

Refer to chapter "Technical data".

ATTENTION

The overhead guard protects the driver

against larger falling objects. As a canopy it

offers additional protection against weather

conditions. However, it does not provide

rollover protection!

� DANGER

Risk of injury!

– The plastic sheet doors of the driver

cabin have ventilation slots. These

must always be kept clear to ensure ad-

equate ventilation.

� DANGER

Risk of injury!

– Please observe the special safety infor-

mation in the operating instructions of

the engine manufacturer.

– Do not close the exhaust.

– Do not bend over the exhaust or touch

it (risk of burns).

– Do not touch the drive motor (risk of

burns).

– Petrol / diesel engine: It is prohibited to

operate the appliance indoors (risk of

poisoning).

– Gas engine: When operating the appli-

ance indoors, ensure sufficient ventila-

tion and discharge of the exhaust gases

(risk of poisoning).

– Exhaust gases are poisonous and haz-

ardous to health, do not inhale them.

– The engine requires approx. 3-4 sec-

onds to come to a standstill once it has

been switched off. During this time, stay

well clear of the working area.

– The engine is to be brought to a stand-

still and the appliance is to be fastened

properly during transportation.

Close fuel cock.

– First switch off the device and remove

the KIK-key (Kärcher Intelligent Key)

before performing any cleaning or

maintenance tasks on the device, re-

placing parts or switching over to anoth-

er function.

– Always disconnect the battery when

working on the electrics.

– Do not clean the appliance with a water

hose or high-pressure water jet (danger

of short circuits or other damage).

– Maintenance work may only be carried

out by approved customer service out-

lets or experts in this field who are famil-

iar with the respective safety regula-

tions.

– Please observe the local safety regula-

tions regarding portable commercially

used appliances.

– Always use appropriate gloves while

working on the device.

The sweeper operates using the overthrow

principle.

– The side brushes (3) clean the corners

and edges of the surface, moving dirt

and debris into the path of the roller

brush.

– The rotating roller brush (4) moves the

dirt and debris directly into the waste

container (5).

– The dust raised in the container is sep-

arated by the dust filter (2) and the fil-

tered clean air is drawn off by the suc-

tion fan (1).

– The cleaning of the dust filter (2) takes

place automatically.

Safety information concerning the

driving operation

Appliances with high emptying

system

Machines with driver cabin

Safety information concerning the

combustion engine

Safety information concerning the

transport of the appliance

Safety information concerning

maintenance and care

Function

30 EN

 KM 105/100 R

KM 105/110 R

1 Operating field

2 Steering wheel

3 Bonnet left side (engine bonnet)

4 Unlocking device hydraulic oil tank

5 Hydraulic oil tank

6 Pedal for raising/lowering bulk waste

flap

7 Localised work illumination (option)

8 Left side brush (optional)

9 Front wheel

10 Fastener of the side brush

11 Right side brush

12 Drive pedal

13 Sickle brush (option)

14 Holding rail for home base

15 Appliance cover right side

16 Rear wheel

17 Lever for seat adjustment

18 Parking brake

19 Waste container high emptying system

(KM 105/110 R)

20 Waste container low emptying system

(KM 105/100 R)

21 Storage area

22 Storage cylinder support (safeguard

high emptying system)

23 Dust filter (flat-fold filter)

24 Seat (with seat contact switch)

25 Button for two-handed operation

(KM 105/110 R)

26 Rear sealing strip

27 Roller brush

28 Lateral sealing strip on the right

29 Lateral sealing strip on the left

30 Front sealing strip

31 Petrol engine

32 Maintenance-free batteries

33 Freewheel lever

34 Fuel tank

Optional

The following equipment that is installed

when ordering ex work or can be subse-

quently installed from Service is not dis-

played.

– Beacon lamp

– Weather protection cabin with wind-

screen and windscreen wiper

– Weather protection canopy

– Overhead guard

– Side brush cover

– Comfort seat

Operating and Functional Elements

Appliance view

31EN

 KM 125/130 R (G, D)

1 Operating field

2 Steering wheel

3 Bonnet left side (engine bonnet)

4 Hydraulic oil tank

5 Protective grid oil cooler

6 Left side brush (optional)

7 Pedal for raising/lowering bulk waste

flap

8 Front wheel

9 Drive pedal

10 Fastener of the side brush

11 Right side brush

12 Sickle brush (option)

13 Rear wheel

14 Appliance cover right side

15 Lever for seat adjustment

16 Parking brake

17 Holding rail for home base

18 Waste container high emptying system

19 Seat (with seat contact switch)

20 Button for two-handed operation

21 Dust filter (flat-fold filter)

22 Storage cylinder support (safeguard

high emptying system)

23 Rear sealing strip

24 Roller brush

25 Lateral sealing strip on the left

26 Front sealing strip

27 Lateral sealing strip on the right

28 Petrol engine

29 Maintenance-free batteries

30 Fuel tank

31 Diesel engine

32 Freewheel lever

Optional

The following equipment that is installed

when ordering ex work or can be subse-

quently installed from Service is not dis-

played.

– Beacon lamp

– Weather protection cabin with wind-

screen and windscreen wiper

– Weather protection canopy

– Overhead guard

– Side brush cover

– Comfort seat

– Working light

32 EN

1 Main switch

Position 0: Appliance is decommis-

sioned

Position I: The appliance is ready for

operation.

2 Button suction blower with indicator

lamp

Lamp is illuminated: Suction blower

and filter dedusting deactivated:

– for sweeping damp or wet floors, or fi-

brous dry waste such as straw, hay, etc.

Lamp off: Suction blower and filter de-

dusting activated (default):

– for sweeping dry floors

3 KIK-key (Kärcher Intelligent Key)

yellow - operator

grey - supervisor

4 Display sweeping programme "ECO"

– for even floors with minor soiling

Note: This sweeping programme is ac-

tivated by default with every start-up of

the sweeping system, even if another

sweeping programme was selected be-

fore.

Note: The selected sweeping pro-

gramme is shown on the display, the

setting is effected by means of the di-

rection keys.

5 Display sweeping programme "MEDI-

UM"

– for normally soiled floors

6 Display sweeping programme

"HEAVY"

– for heavily soiled and uneven floors

7 Display

8 Raise waste container

9 Tip waste container out

10 Swivel in the waste container

11 Lower waste container

12 Confirmation key "OK"

13 Horn

14 Program selection switch

Note: Functions are only activated when

the main switch is switched on and the KIK-

key is inserted.

A OFF

Device is switched off

B ON

Appliance is ready for operation (en-

gine off)

C Engine starts automatically

Driving to the Place of Use.

With appliances with low emptying sys-

tem:

Roller brush and side brushes are lifted

and turning.

With appliances with high emptying

system:

Roller brush and side brushes are

raised and switched off.

D Sweeping with sweep roller

Roller brush is lowered.

E Sweeping with roller brush and right

side brush

Roller brush and right side brush are

lowered, the sickle brush (optional) is

activated.

F Sweeping with roller brush and right

and left side brush

Roller brush, right side brush and left

side brush (optional) are lowered, the

sickle brush (optional) is activated.

The default language on the display is Eng-

lish.

Select the desired language on the control

panel prior to working with the machine.

How the language is set for the yellow and

grey key (Intelligent Key) is shown in the il-

lustrated brief instructions on Page 2 of

these operating instructions or in the follow-

ing Chapter "Intelligent Key yellow/grey".

The parameters for the various cleaning

programmes are preset. The indication

takes place on the display.

The texts on the display are plain texts and

therefore self-explanatory. The selection of

the desired sweeping program is made by

means of the direction key "to the right".

Shown display texts are:

>Operating hours and sweeping pro-

gramme<

>Usability of the roller brush: .. %<

>Day counter .. h .. min<

Extra with upgrade kits:

>Switch on beacon light<

>Switch on working light<

If you wish to permanently change the pa-

rameters, you must use a grey intelligent

key to make the settings. The procedure is

described in section "Grey intelligent key".

With the grey intelligent key the authorisa-

tions for the yellow intelligent key are ena-

bled.

Parameters that are adjusted with the grey

Intelligent Key, are kept until another set-

ting is selected.

 Insert the grey intelligent key.

 Push the direction key "upwards" or

"downwards" until the >key manager<

menu appears.

Note: In this menu item the authorisa-

tions for the yellow intelligent key are

enabled.

 Confirm the message with the "OK"

key.

 Remove the grey intelligent key and

within the seconds being counted down

insert the yellow intelligent key that is to

be personalised.

 Push the direction keys "upwards" or

"downwards" and select menu items.

Available menu items are:

Operating field Program selection switch

Language setting on the control

panel

KIK-key (Kärcher Intelligent Key)

yellow/grey

Yellow KIK-key

Grey KIK-key

Available menu items are:

>Language selection<

18 languages are available in the language

selection, among others German, English,

French, Spanish, Greek and Russian.

>Device operation locked/enabled<

The yellow KIK-key can be locked for the

operation of this machine here.

>Sweeping track locked/enabled<

With a locked sweeping track the sweeping

programme ECO, MEDIUM or HEAVY is to

be set and cannot be changed by the oper-

ator. With an enabled sweeping track you

can change between the 3 sweeping pro-

grammes during operation.

>Dust level locked/enabled<

Adaption of the automatic filter cleaning

(TACT) to the environment.

>Light on/off<

The operator can switch on the light (op-

tional).

>Light locked/enabled<

Continuous operation with light is activated

or locked.

>Flashing beacon locked/enabled<

The operator can choose whether he or

she wants to drive with or without the flash-

ing beacon; when starting the device, the

flashing beacon is on automatically.

>Flashing beacon mode locked/ena-

bled<

It can be selected whether the flashing

beacon is necessarily on (even if it has

been switched off by the operator) or not.

>Speed locked/enabled<

Without function

>Sweeping speed locked/enabled<

Without function

33EN



To transfer the settings to the yellow in-

telligent key:

While the seconds are counted down,

select >YES< with the direction key "to

the right" and confirm with the "OK" key.

Note: Thereby the settings made are

transferred to the yellow intelligent key

and are enabled.



Make sure that there is no more than 1

KIK-key near the control panel.

 If this should be the case, the fault P/11

may appear on the display.

� WARNING

This appliance is equipped with a variety of

safety installations. The proper function of

every safety installation must be checked

prior to operation and must NOT be over-

ridden!

The main switch on the control panel

serves the immediate shutdown of the

combustion engine and the electrical drives

in case of emergencies and may only be

used for this purpose.

The left engine bonnet is equipped with a

safety installation that switches off the run-

ning combustion engine when opened and

issues a warning message on the display.

The emergency stop is located at the side

of the engine.

Actuating the emergency stop:

 Open the engine hood.

 Push down the red lever (1).

 For resetting, push lever (2) to the right.

The high emptying system is equipped with

a safety installation that blocks the sweep-

ing operation during the emptying proce-

dure.

Appliances with a high emptying system

are equipped with a button for two-hand op-

eration.



For emptying the waste container, the

button must be pressed together with

the keys of the high emptying system.

�

DANGER

Risk of injury!

 When working on the high emptying

system, completely lift and secure the

waste container.

 Perform the safeguarding only from

outside the hazard zone.

During any work underneath the lifted

waste container, the lifting cylinder must be

secured by means of a safety support.

The safety support is attached to the cross-

beam by means of 2 star screws for stor-

age.

 Remove safety support, in order to do

this, unscrew 2 star screws.

 Insert safety support into the piston rod

for the lifting cylinder and secure it.

Note: The round notch must point up-

wards.

ATTENTION

The appliance cover with the seat may only

be removed by the authorised aftersales

service for repair or maintenance work.

The description can be found in the service

manual.

ATTENTION

The bonnet may only be opened when the

programme selector switch is in the "OFF"

position and the KIK-key is removed.

Opening the engine bonnet during opera-

tion of the appliance is prohibited.

For refuelling and maintenance work the

left engine bonnet must be opened.

 Grab the front of the engine bonnet on

the recessed grip, unlock it towards the

top and swivel it to the side.

Note: The engine bonnet is equipped with

a safety installation that switches off the

running combustion engine when opening

the bonnet and issues a warning message

on the display. If the bonnet is not properly

closed, the engine cannot be started.

If a warning message is pending, it can be

reset as follows:



Completely close the bonnet (locking in

place).

 Turn the programme selector switch to

"ON".



Sit on the driver's seat.

�

DANGER

Risk of injury, risk of damage!

 Observe the weight of the appliance

when you load it!

 Do not use a forklift truck to unload the

machine as this may damage it.

ATTENTION

Charge the battery before commissioning

the machine.

 When loading the appliance a suitable

ramp must be used!

 If the machine is delivered on a pallet,

you must create an unloading ramp us-

ing the boards provided.

To unload the machine, proceed as follows:

 Cut plastic packing belt and remove foil.

>Blower/pump locked/enabled<

Without function

>Enable delete day counter<

It can be selected whether the operator is

able to reset the day counter.

>Programming yes/no<

As the last menu item the >Program-

ming< display with the seconds counted

down appears.

Notes on operation using the KIK-key

(Kärcher Intelligent Key)

Safety Devices

Main switch

Bonnet left side (engine bonnet)

Available menu items are:

Emergency switch-off (diesel engine)

Waste container (high emptying system)

Button for two-hand operation

Safety support waste container (high

emptying system)

Before Startup

Remove the appliance cover

Opening/closing the engine bonnet

Unloading tips

Net weight (transport weight)

The net weight is between 400 kg and

608 kg depending on the unit model *.

Refer to chapter "Technical data".

* If upgrade kits are installed, the weight is

respectively higher.

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 Remove the elastic tape fasteners at

the stop points.

 Connect battery (see section on Care

and maintenance)

 Four indicated floor boards of the pallet

are fastened with screws. Unscrew

these boards.

 Place the boards on the edge of the pal-

let. Place the boards in such a way that

they lie in front of the four wheels of the

machine. Fasten the boards with

screws.



Slide the four support beams included

in the packaging under the ramp.

 Remove the wooden blocks for locking

the wheels.

 Release parking brake.

 Slide the machine over the prepared

ramp from the pallet.

The machine can be moved in 2 ways:

(1) Push appliance (see Chapter "Commis-

sioning/moving the sweeper without self-

propulsion").

(2) Carefully drive the appliance off the pal-

let (see Chapter "Commissioning/moving

the sweeper with self-propulsion").

�

DANGER

Risk of injury!

 Secure the device against rolling away

prior to engaging the freewheel.

Note

The travel drive is inoperable.

Braking effect exists no more.

�

CAUTION

Risk of damage to the hydrostatic axle

drive!

 Push the appliance only slowly and only

over short distances (do not tow under

any circumstances).



Open the engine hood.

 Operate the freewheel lever (open).

Freewheel lever operated - appliance is

movable



Release parking brake.

 After moving the appliance:

Move the freewheel lever into the rear

position (close).

 Close engine bonnet.

 Activate parking brake.

Note: Upon delivery of the appliance the

battery terminal is disconnected, connect

the battery terminal prior to initial commis-

sioning.

 Open the engine hood.



Move the freewheel lever into the rear

position (close).

Freewheel lever in rear position - appliance

is ready to start



Close engine bonnet.

 Observe the notes on driving in Chapter

"Commissioning/Starting and driving

the appliance".

 After the appliance has been driven to

its destination, switch off the engine and

operate the parking brake.

Upon delivery the side brush is not in-

stalled, install side brush prior to commis-

sioning.

 Refer to Chapter "Care and mainte-

nance/replacing the side brush".

� DANGER

Risk of burns in the area of the engine, ex-

haust pipe, and manifold as well as at the

hydraulic drive motor at the front wheel.

The description of the checks and work be-

low can be found in Chapter "Care and

maintenance/maintenance work".



Prior to initial commissioning: Connect

the pole terminal to the battery terminal.



Check the safety function of the engine

bonnet (combustion engine may not

start up with open bonnet).

 Check function of seat contact switch.

 Check engine oil level.

 Check the filling level of the front hy-

draulic oil tank.



Check the roller brush and the side

brush for wear, foreign bodies and

wrapped belts

 KM 125/... Check the protective grid of

the oil cooler for soiling.

 During a standstill of the machine:

Check the drive pedal for ease of move-

ment in order to guarantee functional

reliability or timely detect a jamming of

the pedal.

 Empty waste container.

 Check tyre pressure.

Petrol and diesel engine:

 Check fill level of fuel tank.

�

Danger

Risk of explosion!

 Only fuel up while motor is turned off.

 Only use the fuels specified in the Op-

erations Manual.

 Do not refuel the machine in enclosed

spaces.

 Smoking and naked flames are strictly

prohibited.

 Ensure that no fuel reaches the hot

open surfaces.

Figure: Petrol motor (KM 105/...)

1 Fuel tank

2 Tank lid

3 Tank indicator

4 Fuel cock

Figure: Petrol motor (KM 125/...)

1 Fuel tank

2 Tank lid

3 Tank indicator

Figure: Diesel engine (KM 125/...)

1 Fuel tank

2 Tank lid

 Switch off engine.

 Activate parking brake.

 Open the engine hood.

 Petrol engine: Read the filling level at

the fuel gauge. The red area indicates

the filling level.



Open fuel filler cap.

 Use and install a funnel with a filter.

 Petrol engine: Fill up with "regular un-

leaded petrol".

Moving sweeper without engaging

self-propulsion

Moving sweeper by engaging self-

propulsion

Install side brush

Start up

Prior to start/safety test

Maintenance Works

Refuelling

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 Diesel engine: Fill up with "diesel".

(below 6°C: winter diesel)

 Wipe off any spilt fuel, remove funnel

and close fuel filler cap.

 Close engine bonnet.

�

DANGER

Long hours of using the appliance can

cause circulation problems in the hands on

account of vibrations.

It is not possible to specify a generally valid

operation time, since this depends on sev-

eral factors:

– Proneness to blood circulation deficien-

cies (cold, numb fingers).

– Low ambient temperature. Wear warm

gloves to protect hands.

– A firm grip impedes blood circulation.

– Continuous operation is worse than an

operation interrupted by pauses.

In case of regular, long-term operation of

the device and in case of repeated occur-

rence of the symptoms (e.g. cold, numb fin-

gers) please consult a physician.

� DANGER

Risk of accident!



Do not adjust the driver seat while driv-

ing.

 Pull seat adjustment lever inwards.

 Slide seat, release lever and lock in

place.

 Check that the seat is properly locked in

position by attempting to move it back-

wards and forwards.

Note: The max. load of the storage area is

20 kg.

 Ensure safe fastening of the cargo.

Preconditions for the functioning operation

of the appliance are:

– The KIK-key (grey or yellow) with the

authorisation for the operation of the

device must be inserted in the key slot

of the control panel.

– The main switch must be in position 1.

– The programme selector switch may

not be in the "OFF" position.

– Waste container and left engine bonnet

must be closed and locked in place.

Note: The appliance is equipped with a

seat contact switch. When leaving the driv-

er seat for more than 1.5 seconds, the com-

bustion engine is switched off. The lowered

roller brush and side brushes are automat-

ically raised.

 Open the engine hood.

 Open fuel cock.

Figure: Open fuel cock (petrol/gas engine)

Figure: Open fuel cock (diesel engine)

 Close engine bonnet.

 Sit on the driver's seat.

 Activate parking brake.

 Do NOT press the accelerator pedal.

 Turn the programme selector switch to

position C (drive).

Note: Engine starts automatically

Starting in cold weather:

Petrol motor: Motor has an automatic

choke.

Diesel engine: If the start-up process fails,

actuate the decompression lever (1) on the

engine and repeat the start-up process.

Figure: Decompression lever (diesel en-

gine)

– If the operator gets up from the seat for

more than 1.5 seconds, the combustion

motor stops.

– If the operator sits down on the driver

seat again, the engine starts automati-

cally.

– The combustion engine shuts off if the

seat is left and the programme selector

switch is turned to the "ON" position or

the KIK-key is removed. The side

brushes and roller brush are raised. Af-

ter another 5 minutes the device shuts

off automatically.

ATTENTION

Risk of damage to the drive! Prior to every

run, ensure that the freewheel lever is in the

rear position (closed).

Always press the accelerator pedal careful-

ly and slowly. Do not jerkily change from re-

verse to forward drive or vice versa.

The travel speed must be adapted to the

existing conditions.

1 Accelerator pedal, "forwards"

2 Accelerator pedal, "reverse"



Release parking brake.

 Press slowly the accelerator pedal "for-

ward".

� DANGER

Risk of injury!



When reversing, there must not be any

risk for third parties, have somebody

marshal the driver if necessary.

 Press slowly the accelerator pedal "re-

verse".

– The accelerator pedal can be used to

vary the driving speed infinitely.

– Avoid pressing the pedal suddenly as

this may damage the hydraulic system.

 Release the accelerator pedal, the ma-

chine brakes automatically and stops.

Note: Should the appliance not come to

a stop, operate the parking brake or

push the main switch to the "0" position

for an "Emergency stop".

ATTENTION

Objects or loose obstacles may not be run

over or pushed.

 Stationary obstacles of a height of up to

6 cm (2

1/3

inch) can be slowly and care-

fully driven over.



Drive over stationary obstacles higher

than 6 cm (2

1/3

inch) only when using a

suitable ramp.

� DANGER

Risk of personal injury or damage!

 If the bulk waste flap is open, stones or

gravel may be flung forwards by the roll-

er brush. Make sure that this does not

endanger persons, animals or objects.

ATTENTION

Do not sweep up packing strips, wire or

similar objects as this may damage the

sweeping mechanism.

Operation

KM 125/130 R D, G

Risk of hearing impairment. Al-

ways use proper hearing protec-

tion while working with the device.

Adjusting driver's seat

Storage area

Starting up the appliance

Starting the machine

Open fuel cock

Start the engine

Notes concerning the automatic choke

of the engine

Drive the machine

Drive forward

Reverse drive

Driving method

Brakes

Driving over obstacles

Sweeping mode

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ATTENTION

To avoid damaging the floor, do not oper-

ate the sweeper in one spot when the roller

brush and the side brushes are lowered.

– Adjust the driving speed to the condi-

tions in order to achieve an optimal

cleaning result.

– Empty the waste container at regular in-

tervals during the sweeping operation.

Note: If mainly gravel was swept up

(high weight of the waste), empty the

waste container sooner.

With appliances with low emptying

system: There is a marking for the

maximum filling level for gravel on the

waste container. The marking becomes

visible when the waste container is re-

moved.

– Lower the roller brush while cleaning

surfaces.

– Preferably perform the cleaning of side

edges with the right side brush.

For cleaning with the roller brush 3 different

sweeping programmes are available, they

are shown by 2 arrows on the display.

Note: Only select sweeping programmes

when the appliance is at a standstill.

1 Sweeping programme "ECO"

2 Sweeping programme "MEDIUM"

3 Sweeping programme "HEAVY"

4 Indicator (2 arrows)

Note: By default the sweeping programme

"ECO" is activated during start-up.

If another sweeping programme is re-

quired, proceed as follows (a precondition

is that a KIK-key with the enabled authori-

sation is inserted in the control panel).

(Programme selector switch in position D,

E, F)

 Stop the machine.



Push the direction key "to the right" in

order to select the desired sweeping

programme.

Note: The indicator (2 arrows) on the

display points to the selected sweeping

programme.

Note: To sweep up larger items up to a

height of 50 mm, e.g. cigarette packs, the

bulk waste flap must be raised briefly.

Raising bulk waste flap:



Press the pedal for the bulk waste flap

forwards and keep pressed down.



To lower it, take foot off pedal.

Note: An optimum cleaning result can

only be achieved if the bulk waste flap

has been lowered completely.

 Turn the programme selector switch to

the E or F position. The side brushes

and roller brush are lowered.

To protect the filter from moisture:

 Switch the suction blower off using the

button on the control panel.

Note: The indicator lamp is illuminated.

To avoid clogging of the filter system:

 Switch the suction blower off using the

button on the control panel.

 Work with suction blower switched on.

Note: The suction blower is activated

by default when switching on a sweep-

ing programme.

The appliance is equipped with an auto-

matic filter cleaning system.

The cleaning takes place automatically ap-

prox. every 15 seconds. In the process a

short blow-off sound can be heard.

 Check the installed dust filter for con-

tamination every once in a while. Re-

place a heavily contaminated or defec-

tive filter.

Note: After parking the appliance, wait at

least 1 minute before opening or emptying

the waste container. This way the dust can

settle.

�

DANGER

It is prohibited to remove the waste contain-

er while the engine is running (third per-

son).

 Slightly lift the waste container and

swivel it downwards to the rear, then

unhinge the waste container.

 Empty waste container.

 Slide the waste container in and lock it

in place, check for proper seating of the

waste container

Risk of crushing hands!



Empty the second waste container.

The high emptying system of the appliance

allows the direct disposal of the waste in

the waste container into a refuse container

(for maximum unloading height see Chap-

ter "Technical data").

� DANGER

Danger of tipping!



Place the device on an even surface

during the emptying process.

Risk of injury!

 During the emptying process, persons

and animals must not stay within the

swivelling range of the waste container.

Risk of crushing!

 Never reach into the rod assembly for

the drainage mechanism. Do not stay

under the raised container.

� CAUTION

Risk of accident, risk of injury!

 Do not switch into the sweeping mode

(programme selector switch in D, E, F

position) while the waste container is

raised.

ATTENTION

The container can only be tilted and emp-

tied once a set minimum level has been

reached.

Information on the sweeping operation

Sweeping with sweep roller

Selecting a sweeping programme

Sweeping with bulk waste flap raised

Sweeping with side brushes

Sweeping damp or wet floors

Sweep in fibrous and dry waste (such as

dry grass, hay)

Sweeping dry floors

Filter dedusting

Emptying waste container

With appliances with low emptying

system

With appliances with high emptying

system

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 Turn the programme selector switch to

position C (drive).

 Roughly position the appliance.

Note

The waste container can only be emptied in

two-hand operation. For this purpose, push

the two-hand operation button on the bon-

net together with the corresponding direc-

tion keys 1 to 4 on the control panel.

 Raise waste container: Push the two-

hand operation button and direction key

 Slowly drive towards the collection con-

tainer.



Lock parking brake.



Tipping the waste container outwards:

Push the two-hand operation button

and direction key 2.

 Completely tip the waste container in-

wards: Push the two-hand operation

button and direction key 3.

 Release parking brake.



Drive away the collection container

slowly.

 Lower the waste container to the end-

position: Push the two-hand operation

button and direction key 4.

Note: The waste container can only be

completely lowered after it has been

tipped inwards into its initial position.

Note: After switching off the appliance, the

dust filter is automatically dedusted.



Park the sweeper on an even surface.

 Turn the program selection switch to

"OFF".

 Activate parking brake.



Remove the key.



Open the engine hood.

 Close the fuel supply.

Figure: Close fuel cock (petrol engine)

Figure: Close fuel cock (diesel engine)

 Close engine bonnet.

� DANGER

Risk of accident!

 When loading the appliance the free-

wheel lever must be closed. Only then

the travel drive and parking brake are

ready for operation. The appliance

must always be moved up or down

slopes by engaging self-propulsion.

Risk of personal injury or damage!



Observe the net weight (transport

weight) of the device during transport

on trailers or vehicles.

 When transporting in vehicles, secure

the appliance according to the guide-

lines from slipping and tipping over.

 Petrol engine/diesel engine: Close

fuel cock.

 Secure the wheels of the machine with

wheel chocks.

 Secure the machine with tensioning

straps or cables.

Note: Observe markings for fixing

points on the base frame (chain sym-

bols). Only unload the appliance on lev-

el grounds.

 Remove KIK-key.



Disconnect the battery of the sweeper

during transport.

 Park the sweeper on a level surface in

a dry, frost protected area. Protect it

against dust by means of covering ma-

terial.



Turn the program selection switch to

"OFF".

 Remove KIK-key.



Lock the sweeper to ensure that it does

not roll off.

Additionally observe the following points if

the sweeper is not used over a longer peri-

od of time:



Change engine oil.

 Diesel engine: Either completely drain

the fuel tank or completely fill it with fu-

el.

Close fuel cock.

Let the engine turn without starting it

every 6 months.



Petrol engine: Close the fuel cock, re-

move the fuel hose from the fuel cock.

Open the fuel cock and completely

drain the fuel into a suitable container.

Then attach the fuel hose and close the

fuel cock.

Unscrew the spark plug and put 5 ml of

engine oil in the spark plug bore. Rotate

the engine several times without the

spark plug (do not start). Screw in the

spark plug.



Clean the inside and outside of the

sweeper.

 Park the machine in a safe and dry

place.



Turn the program selection switch to

"OFF".

 Remove KIK-key.

 Set the main switch to the "0" position.

 Activate parking brake.

 Disconnect the negative terminal of the

battery if the appliances is not used for

more than 4 weeks.

Figure is symbolic

 Charge battery approx. every 2 months.

– Maintenance work may only be carried

out by approved customer service out-

lets or experts in this field who are famil-

iar with the respective safety regula-

tions.

– Mobile appliances used for commercial

purposes are subject to safety inspec-

tions according to VDE 0701.

– Use only roller brushes/ side-brushes

that are provided with the appliance or

specified in the Operations Manual.

The use of other roller brushes/ side-

brushes can affect the safety of the ap-

pliance.

– The battery installed in the appliance is

maintenance-free.

� DANGER

Risk of personal injury or damage!



First switch off the device and remove

the KIK-key (Kärcher Intelligent Key)

before performing any cleaning or

maintenance tasks on the device, re-

placing parts or switching over to anoth-

er function.

Turn off the appliance

Close fuel cock

Transport

Storage/decommissioning

Care and maintenance

General notes

38 EN

 Always disconnect the battery when

working on the electrics.

 Turn the program selection switch to

"OFF".

 Remove KIK-key.

ATTENTION

Using non-rechargeable batteries is prohib-

ited.

Only use batteries and chargers approved

by the manufacturer.

Replace batteries with the same battery

type only.

Prior to disposal of the vehicle, the batter-

ies must be removed and disposed of in ac-

cordance with local regulations.

ATTENTION

Follow accident prevention regulations as

well as DIN VDE 0510, VDE 0105 T.1.

Please observe the following warning notes

when handling batteries:

� DANGER

Risk of fire and explosion!

 Do not place tools or similar items on

the battery. Risk of short-circuit and ex-

plosion.



Smoking and open flames must be

strictly avoided.

 Rooms where batteries are charged

must have good ventilation because

highly explosive gas is emitted during

charging.

Danger of causticization!

 Use caution with leaking batteries (sul-

phuric acid may leak).

Risk of injury!



Ensure that wounds never come into

contact with lead. Always clean your

hands after working on batteries.

When used normally, and when observing

the instructions, lead-acid batteries do not

pose any risk.

However, keep in mind that lead-acid bat-

teries contain sulphuric acid which can

cause chemical burns and corrosion.



If there is spillage or, if the battery is

leaking, acid is escaping, lay down a

binding agent such as sand. Do not let

it reach the sewer system, soil or a body

of water.

 Neutralise the acid with lime/baking

soda and dispose of it according to local

regulations.



Contact a waste management compa-

ny to dispose of faulty batteries.

 Rinse thoroughly with lots of clear water

if acid gets into the eye or comes in con-

tact with the skin.



Then consult a doctor immediately.

 Wash off the acid If it comes in contact

with the clothes.



Change clothing.

Note: Upon delivery of the appliance the

battery terminal is disconnected, connect

the battery terminal prior to initial commis-

sioning.

 Open the engine hood.

 Unscrew and remove the angle bracket

of the battery.

 Insert battery in battery mount.

 Attach the battery by means of an angle

bracket.

 Connect pole terminal (red cable) to

positive pole (+).

 Connect pole terminal to negative pole

(-).



Attach the pole covers.

Note: Check that the battery pole and pole

terminals are adequately protected with

pole grease.

ATTENTION

Comply with safety regulations on the han-

dling of batteries. Observe the directions

provided by the manufacturer of the charg-

er.

ATTENTION

Charge the battery only with an appropriate

charger.



Open the engine hood.

 Disconnect battery.

 Connect positive terminal cable from

the charger to the positive pole connec-

tion on the battery.

 Connect negative terminal cable from

the charger to the negative pole con-

nection on the battery.

 Plug in mains connector and switch on

charger.

Note: When the battery is charged, first re-

move the charger from the mains and then

disconnect it from the battery.

 Open the engine hood.

 Disconnect pole terminal to negative

pole (-).



Disconnect pole terminal to positive

pole (+).

 Remove the battery from the battery

holder.

 Dispose of the used battery according

to the local provisions.

� CAUTION

Risk of damage!

 Do not clean the appliance with a water

hose or high-pressure water jet (danger

of short circuits or other damage).

 Do not use aggressive and abrasive de-

tergents.

�

DANGER

Health hazard!



Wear dust mask and protective gog-

gles.



Open the engine hood.

 Blow through machine with com-

pressed air.

 Clean the machine with a damp cloth

which has been soaked in mild deter-

gent.

 Close engine bonnet.



Clean the machine with a damp cloth

which has been soaked in mild deter-

gent.

Observe the inspection checklist!

The service hour counter indicates the time

of the maintenance intervals.



Read the service hours: Push the direc-

tion keys "upwards" or "downwards".

Note: If the value reaches "0", a service

message with the phone number of the

local service branch is displayed when

the appliance is switched on.

Note: Where maintenance is carried out by

the customer, all service and maintenance

work must be undertaken by a qualified

specialist. If required, a specialised Kärch-

er dealer may be contacted at any time.

Note: For description, see section on Main-

tenance work.

Daily maintenance:

 See chapter "Prior to start/safety test".

Weekly maintenance:

 Check leakiness of fuel or gas connec-

tions.



Check dust filter and clean filter box, if

required.

 Check air filter.

 Check oil level of sweeper hydraulics.

 Check hydraulic lines for leaks.

Battery

Safety notes regarding the batteries

Observe the directions on the

battery, in the instructions for

use and in the vehicle operat-

ing instructions!

Wear an eye shield!

Keep away children from acid

and batteries!

Risk of explosion!

Fire, sparks, open light, and

smoking not allowed!

Danger of causticization!

First aid!

Warning note!

Disposal!

Do not throw the battery in the

dustbin!

Procedures in the event of unintentional

release of battery acid

Installing and connecting the battery

Charging battery

Remove the battery

Cleaning

Cleaning the inside of the machine

External cleaning of the appliance

Maintenance intervals

Maintenance by the customer

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 Check moving parts for freedom of

movement.

 Check the sealing strips in the sweep-

ing area for position and wear.

Maintenance to be carried out every 100

operating hours:



Change engine oil (initial change after

20 operating hours).



Check and clean spark plug, replace if

necessary.

 Clean air filter.

Maintenance to be carried out every 200

operating hours



Replace the air filter insert.



Clean the fuel filter.

 Diesel engine: Clean oil filter, replace in

case of damage

Maintenance following wear:

 Replace sealing strips.

 Replace roller brush.

 Replace side brush.

Note: In order to safeguard warranty

claims, all service and maintenance work

during the warranty period must be carried

out by the authorised Kärcher Customer

Service in accordance with the mainte-

nance booklet.

Maintenance to be carried out after 20 op-

erating hours:



Carry out initial inspection.

Maintenance to be carried out every 100

operating hours

Maintenance to be carried out every 200

operating hours

Maintenance to be carried out every 300

operating hours

� DANGER

Risk of injury!



When working on the high emptying

system, completely lift and secure the

waste container.

 Perform the safeguarding only from

outside the hazard zone.

 Insert safety support into the piston rod

for the lifting cylinder and secure it.

� DANGER

Risk of injury!

 The engine requires approx. 3-4 sec-

onds to come to a standstill once it has

been switched off. During this time, stay

well clear of the working area.

Risk of burns!

 Allow the machine sufficient time to cool

down before carrying out any mainte-

nance and repair work

ATTENTION

Engine oil, diesel and petrol must not be re-

leased into the environment. Protect the

ground and dispose of used oil in an envi-

ronmentally responsible way.

 Park the sweeper on an even surface.

 Turn the program selection switch to

"OFF".



Remove KIK-key.



Activate parking brake.

 Allow device to cool down sufficiently.

Please observe the following warning notes

when handling batteries:

� DANGER

Risk of fire and explosion!



Risk of explosion! Do not put tools or

similar on the battery, i.e. on the termi-

nal poles and cell connectors.

 Smoking and open flames must be

strictly avoided.

 Rooms where batteries are charged

must have good ventilation because

highly explosive gas is emitted during

charging.

�

WARNING

Risk of injury!



Ensure that wounds never come into

contact with lead. Always clean your

hands after working on batteries.

Danger of causticization!

 Rinse thoroughly with lots of clear water

if acid gets into the eye or comes in con-

tact with the skin.

 Then consult a doctor immediately.



Wash off the acid If it comes in contact

with the clothes.

 Change clothing.



Park the sweeper on an even surface.

 Connect air pressure testing device to

tyre valve.

 Check air pressure and adjust if re-

quired.

For permissible tyre inflation pressure

see Chapter "Technical specifications".

� WARNING

Risk of injury!

 Check stability of ground. Park the vehi-

cle on stable grounds only, additionally

secure it against rolling away by means

of a wheel chock.

ATTENTION

Use a suitable commercially available vehi-

cle jack.

 Park the machine on an even surface.

 Check stability of ground. Lock the ap-

pliance to ensure that it does not roll off.

 Place the jack at the relevant position

point.

 Loosen the wheel nuts/wheel bolts by

about 1 revolution using a suitable tool.

 Raise machine using vehicle jack.

 Unscrew the wheel nuts/wheel bolts

and remove them.



Remove wheel.



Have a defective wheel repaired or re-

placed in a specialist workshop.

 Place the wheel and screw in the wheel

nuts/wheel bolts all the way; tighten

them lightly.

 Lower machine using vehicle jack.



Torque the wheel nuts/wheel bolts to

the required torque.



Contact the customer service for the re-

moval of the front wheel.



Do not sit down on the driver seat.



Turn the programme selector switch to

position C (drive).

 If the message >Please sit down on

the machine< appears on the display,

the safety function is given.

� DANGER

Risk of burns on account of hot surfaces!

 Park the machine on an even surface.



Allow engine to cool down.

 Wait for at least 5 minutes after switch-

ing off the engine before checking the

engine oil fill level.

 Open the engine hood.

Figure: Petrol motor (KM 105/...)

Maintenance by Customer Service

Maintenance Works

General notes on safety

Preparation

Safety notes regarding the batteries

Check the tyre pressure

Remove rear wheel

Torque (Nm) 56 Nm

Removing the front wheel

Check the function of the seat contact

switch

Check engine oil level and top up, if

required

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Figure: Petrol motor (KM 125/...)

Figure: Diesel engine (KM 125/...)

1 Oil dipstick

2 Oil filling nozzle

3 Oil drain hose with clamp

4 Oil drain plug



Pull out oil dipstick.



Diesel engine: Wipe off oil dipstick and

insert it completely.

 Petrol motor: Wipe off the dipstick,

push it in and place it on the side, do not

push it in all the way.

When inserting the dipstick ensure that

you insert it the correct way round in the

opening (max-min dashes in the direc-

tion of the engine).

Figure: Measuring the oil level in the petrol

motor (KM 105/... and KM 125/...)



Remove the oil dip one more time and

check the oil level.

– The oil level must lie between “MIN“

and “MAX“ marking.

– Add motor oil if the oil level is below the

"MIN" marking.

– Do not fill oil above the "MAX" marking.

 Fill motor oil into the oil fill neck.

Note: For filling in the motor oil, use ac-

cessories such as a bent funnel tube or

an oil-change pump 6.491-538.

For oil type refer to Chapter "Technical

specifications".

 Wait at least 5 minutes.



If the engine oil level is correct, insert

the oil dipstick.

� WARNING

Risk of burns!

 To change the motor oil and motor oil

filter, allow the vehicle to cool down until

there is no longer a risk of burns.

 Allow engine to cool down.

 Open the engine hood.

 Ready a catch bin for appr. 1 litre oil.



Release the clamp on the oil drain

hose, pull out the oil drain plug and

drain the oil completely.

 Reinsert the oil drain plug and tighten

the clamp.

 Diesel engine: Clean the oil filter every

200 operating hours, replace in case of

damage. Unscrew the screw for disas-

sembly

1 Screw

2 Oil filter

 Pull out oil dipstick.



Fill motor oil into the oil fill neck.

For oil type and filling quantity refer to

Chapter "Technical specifications".

 Wait at least 5 minutes.

 Check engine oil level.

 If the engine oil level is correct, insert

the oil dipstick.



Deliver the old oil to the respective col-

lection centres.

ATTENTION

Risk of burns on account of hot surfaces!

 Allow engine to cool down.

 Open the engine hood.

Figure: Petrol motor (KM 105/...)

Figure: Diesel engine (KM 125/...)

1 Wing bolt

2 Air filter housing

3 Filter inlay

Figure: Petrol motor (KM 125/...)

1 Air filter housing

2 Locking

3 Filter inlay

 KM 105/...: Remove the wing screw.

 KM 125/...: Open the lock.

 Remove the air filter housing.



Take out the filter inlay.



Clean the interior of the air filter reser-

voir.

 Clean or replace the filter inlay.

 Install a new filter inlay.

 KM 105/...: Fit the air filter casing and

secure it by means of the butterfly nut.

 KM 125/...: Attach and lock the air filter

casing.

ATTENTION

Risk of injury! Do not remove the spark plug

connector manually.

Figure: Petrol motor (KM 105/...)

1 Vacuum line

2 Ignition plug

3 Casing

 Allow engine to cool down.

 Open the engine hood.

 Pull the vacuum line out of the casing.

 Remove the spark plug connector using

suitable tools/tongs.



Unscrew and clean spark plug.



Screw in cleaned or new spark plug.

 Push on spark-plug connector.

 Reinsert the vacuum pipe into the cas-

ing.

Figure: Petrol motor (KM 125/...)

1 Ignition plug

 Allow engine to cool down.

 Open the engine hood.

Change the motor oil and the oil filter

Change the air filter

Clean and replace spark plug

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 Remove the spark plug connector using

suitable tools/tongs.

 Unscrew and clean spark plug.

 Screw in cleaned or new spark plug.

 Push on spark-plug connector.

ATTENTION

This inspection may only be carried out

when the engine is cold.

When working on the hydraulic oil tank en-

sure utmost cleanliness.

The appliance is equipped with 2 hydraulic

tanks.

– (1) The rear hydraulic oil tank is located

under the cover and is responsible for

the hydrostatic drive with the KM 105/

.... With the KM 125/... there is a filter in-

side.

Work on this hydraulic oil tank may only

be performed by the authorised cus-

tomer service.

– (2) The front hydraulic oil tank is re-

sponsible for the sweeping function

with the KM 105/... and for all hydraulic

functions with the KM 125/....

Figure: Front hydraulic oil tank

1 Screw

2 Hydraulic oil tank

3 Deaeration valve

Filler neck

4 Oil dipstick



Unscrew and pull out the screw for the

attachment of the hydraulic oil tank.

 Swivel the tank towards the front until it

is held in the final position by a belt.

 Unscrew and withdraw oil dipstick.



Wipe off and insert the oil dipstick (do

not turn it in).



Remove the oil dip one more time and

check the oil level.

 The filling level should be between the

"Max" and "Min" marking.



If hydraulic oil is missing:

Refill hydraulic oil.

For oil type refer to Chapter "Technical

specifications".



Reinsert the oil dipstick.

Note: The side brush floating mounting ad-

justs the sweeping track as the bristles

wear down. The side brush must be re-

placed if it becomes too worn.

Recommendation: Replacing the side

brush at a remaining bristle length of ap-

prox. 10 cm.

 Park the machine on an even surface.



Turn the programme selector switch to

"OFF" and remove the KIK-key.

Note: The side brush is raised.

 Unscrew all 3 star grip nuts at the bot-

tom of the side brush by hand. For this

purpose reach through the bristles of

the side brush.

 Remove the wiper blade.

 Clip new side brushes on to driver and

screw on.



Park the sweeper on an even surface.

 Activate parking brake.



With appliance with low emptying

system:

 Turn the programme selector switch to

"OFF" and remove the KIK-key.



Remove both waste containers.

 Remove belts or cords from roller

brush.

 With appliance with high emptying

system:

 Turn the programme selector switch to

"ON".

 Lift the waste container and secure by

means of cylinder support.

 Remove belts or cords from roller

brush.

The sweeping track of the roller brush is au-

tomatically adjusted by a system called

TEACH.

The condition of the roller brush can be

shown on the display.

 Turn the programme selector switch to

"ON".

 Push the direction key "upwards" or

"downwards" until the display > usabil-

ity of the roller brush: ..%< appears.

Note: If the roller brush is heavily worn, the

indication >Usability of the roller brush

<25%< appears on the display.

Now, at the latest, the roller brush should

be replaced.

The replacement is required if the sweep-

ing result visibly decreases due to the wear

of the bristles or the indication >Usability

of the roller brush <25%< appears on the

display.

Each roller brush half is attached to the

shaft by means of 2 screws. Both halves

are identical, which facilitates the installa-

tion.



Park the machine on an even surface.

 Activate parking brake.

 With appliance with low emptying

system:

 Turn the programme selector switch to

"OFF" and remove the KIK-key.

 Remove both waste containers.

Note: For the removal of the roller

brush dismount the centre bar first.

 Loosen the screw and remove the cen-

tre bar.



The next steps for removing the roller

brush are described in the following

Chapter "With devices with high empty-

ing system".



With appliance with high emptying

system:



Turn the programme selector switch to

position C (drive).

 Lift the waste container and secure by

means of cylinder support.

 Turn the programme selector switch to

"OFF" and remove the KIK-key.

1 Screws

2 Roller brush

 Unscrew both screws by hand and pull

the roller brush half from the shaft.

Check hydraulic oil level and refill

hydraulic oil

Checking the sweeping mirror of the

side-brushes

Replacing side brush

Checking roller brush

Check the sweeping mirror of the

sweeping roller

Replacing the roller brush halves

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 Insert new roller brush halves and tight-

en the screws (pay attention to the

marking "L" = left and "R" = right).

 Turn the roller brush by 180 °, loosen

and remove the screws from the sec-

ond roller brush half.



Insert new roller brush half and tighten

the screws.



Then ensure that the roller brushes are

safely locked in place.

 Park the machine on an even surface.

 Turn the programme selector switch to

"OFF" and remove the KIK-key.

Side brush and roller brush are raised.

 Activate parking brake.

 Front sealing strip



Loosen the plastic screws by approx. 2

turns, do not completely unscrew them.

 Set the distance between the sealing

strip and the floor so that the bottom

edge trails behind at a distance of be-

tween 10-15 mm.

 Tighten the screws.

Caution: Do not strip plastic screws!

If worn, replace.



For replacement unscrew the screws,

attach new sealing strip and retaining

plate, adjust and tighten screws.

 Rear sealing strip



Loosen the plastic screws by approx. 2

turns, do not completely unscrew them.



Set the distance between the sealing

strip and the floor so that the bottom

edge trails behind at a distance of be-

tween 5 and 10 mm.

 Tighten the screws.

Caution: Do not strip plastic screws!

If worn, replace.

 For replacement unscrew the screws,

attach new sealing strip and retaining

plate, adjust and tighten screws.

 Side sealing strips

 Loosen the plastic screws by approx. 2

turns, do not completely unscrew them.



To set the floor clearance, insert a

sheet with a thickness of between 1 and

3 mm under the sealing strip.

 Adjust sealing strip.



Tighten the screws.

Caution: Do not strip plastic screws!

If worn, replace.

 For replacement unscrew the screws,

attach new sealing strip and retaining

plate, adjust and tighten screws.

� WARNING

Health hazard!

 Wear a dust mask when working

around the dust filter. Observe safety

regulations on the handling of fine parti-

cles.

CAUTION

Risk of damage!



Do not rinse out the dust filter.

Note: Only clean the dust filter dry, careful-

ly knock out the dirt or blow it out with re-

duced compressed air.

Note: Wait at least 1 minute before remov-

ing the dust filter so that the dust can settle.

Figure: KM 125/... with 3 flat fold filters; KM

105/... has 2 flat fold filters

1 Lid with cleaning device

2 Screw

3 Support

4 Dust filter (flat-fold filter)

 Unscrew the screw.



Fold the lid up and secure it by means

of the support.



Take out the dust filter.

 Check dust filter.

 Insert cleaned or new dust filter.

 Close the lid.



Screw in the screws and tighten them.

(only with KM 125/...)

1 Protective grid oil cooler

2 Oil cooler



Check the protective grid of the oil cool-

er for contamination daily, clean if nec-

essary.

 Check the inside of the oil cooler for

soiling every once in a while, remove

the protective grid and clean the oil

cooler if necessary.



Have the suction blower checked for

leaks.

Only by customer service.



Check tension of V-Belt.

Only by customer service.

The appliance (without upgrade kits) is

equipped with two fuses with 5 A fuse pro-

tection each. They are located under the

appliance cover.

If fuses are defective, contact the author-

ised aftersales service.

Additional fuses for the oil cooler

The diesel version has an additional fuse

FU20 with 30 A fuse protection. It can be

replaced by the customer in case of defect,

in order to do so, swivel the left bonnet to

the side.

Adjusting and replacing sealing strips

Check/replace dust filter

Check/clean protective grid oil cooler

Check suction blower

Checking drive belt

Replacing fuses of drive control/

electronic system

FM 31 Oil cooler engine 7.5 A

FK 31 Oil cooler contactor 5 A

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Troubleshooting

Fault Remedy

Appliance cannot be started Turn the programme selector switch to position C (drive).

Sit on the driver seat, the seat contact switch gets activated.

Set main switch to “1”.

Insert approved KIK-key (Kärcher Intelligent Key)

Close engine bonnet.

Completely tip in and lower (high emptying system) the waste container

Check engine oil level.

Refuel

Open fuel cock.

Check fuel system, connections and joints

Charging battery

Check and clean spark plug, replace if necessary (petrol motor)

Diesel engine: Actuate decompression lever

Diesel engine: Check position of the emergency stop.

Diesel engine: Check starter fuse FU20 (30 A), replace in case of defect

Have the auto choke checked by the aftersales service.

Inform Kärcher Customer Service.

Engine is running erratically Refuel

Clean or replace air filter

Check fuel system, connections and joints

Replace soiled fuel filter

Check and clean spark plug, replace if necessary (petrol motor)

Inform Kärcher Customer Service.

Engine is running but machine is

not moving

Release parking brake

Have the oil level for the traction hydraulics checked by the aftersales service

Check setting of freewheel lever

Inform Kärcher Customer Service.

Engine is running but machine is

only moving slowly

Release parking brake

Allow machine to warm up for approx. 3 minutes in sub-zero temperatures

Inform Kärcher Customer Service.

Machine is not sweeping properly Check roller brush and side brushes for wear, replace if necessary.

Check function of bulk waste flap

Check sealing strips for wear, adjust or replace as required

Check the roller brush halves for proper seating

Check hydraulic system (sweeping) for leaks.

Inform Kärcher Customer Service.

Dust gathers in the machine

Insufficient vacuum performance

Empty waste container

Check sealing cover on suction fan

Check dust filter, clean or replace

Do not rinse out the dust filter.

Check filter case seal

Check the gaskets on the waste container

Check sealing strips for wear, adjust or replace as required

Side brush or roller brush switch-on

operation is not working

Inform Kärcher Customer Service.

Dust gathers in the machine

Insufficient vacuum performance

Empty waste container

Check hoses of suction blower for absence of leakness.

Clean and check the dust filter, replace if necessary.

Check the dust filter for proper seating.

Switch on suction blower

Check sealing strips for wear, adjust or replace as required

Inform Kärcher Customer Service.

Roller brush does not turn.

Side brush does not turn

Turn the programme selection switch to the desired cleaning program.

Check the oil level on the hydraulic tank (sweeping)

Check the roller brush and side brushes for wrapped belts.

Inform Kärcher Customer Service.

(High emptying system) waste con-

tainer does not retract/extend

Waste container cannot be tilted

Inform Kärcher Customer Service.

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The motor cannot be switched off

(Programme selector switch to "0",

main switch to "0")

Petrol engine: Open the engine bonnet and close the fuel cock. Caution: Rotating V-belt!

Diesel engine: Open engine bonnet, actuate the emergency stop on the engine or close the fuel

cock. Caution: Rotating V-belt!

A short blow-off sound can be

heard.

The appliance is OK, the automatic filter cleaning system is working

Troubleshooting by the operator with plain text messages on the display

Note:

If the display messages shown remain despite the corrective measures described, contact service!

Display Meaning and consequence Corrective measures

1 Invalid KiK!

Operation locked

The identification of the inserted key is unknown.

– The appliance operation is prevented

 Use approved Kärcher key!

2 Valid KiK but no

operation rights

The Kärcher key is known, however, not approved for

this appliance.

– The appliance operation is prevented

 Use approved Kärcher key!

3 High dump tracer

stuck! Check it!

The function of the two-hand operation button is

checked for its safety function when the appliance is

switched on.

– When the two-hand operation button is pushed, the

operation is prevented during start-up

 Release the two-hand operation button.

 Confirm the message with the OK key (delete).

4 Locked HD-tracer

Hours: xxxxxhym+

The two-hand operation button (high emptying system)

was pushed in a sweeping programme.

– High emptying is prevented in the sweeping pro-

gramme for safety reasons.



Release the two-hand operation button.

 Turn the programme selector switch to position

C (drive).

 Press the two-hand operation button and keep it

down.

 Operate the high emptying system by means of

the direction keys.

5 Sit on machine

for operation!

Appears when a sweeping or transport programme is

selected upon starting up the machine and no operator

is sitting on the seat.

– Start combustion engine and all appliance functions

are disabled

 Sit on the driver's seat.

Note: The selected sweeping / transport opera-

tion starts fully automated.

Note: This procedure simultaneously serves the

inspection of the safety function of the seat

switch!

6 Low oil level engine!

Hours: xxxxxhym+

Is displayed during operation if the lubrication of the

combustion engine is no longer guaranteed.

– Combustion engine is shut off, all appliance functions

are disabled



Fill in motor oil

 Perform a programme selector switch reset

(OFF position).

 Combustion engine can be restarted.

7 Dirt pan open!

Hours: xxxxxhym+

Is displayed (low emptying system) as soon as a trans-

port or sweeping programme has been selected and at

least one waste container is removed.

– Start combustion engine and all appliance functions

are disabled

 Lock all waste containers in place.

 Turn the programme selector switch to "ON".

Note: The message disappears. The appliance

is ready for operation.

8 Dirt pan open?

Hours: xxxxxhym+

Is displayed (high emptying system) as soon as a

sweeping programme has been selected and the waste

container is not fully retracted and tipped inwards.

– All sweeping functions are disabled, the combustion

engine is running

 Turn the programme selector switch to position

C (drive).



Press the two-hand operation button and keep it

down.



If necessary, tip the waste container inwards

and then lower it by means of the direction keys.

Note: In case of an attempt to completely lower a con-

tainer that is tipped outwards, a collision monitoring sys-

tem prevents the high emptying system from being dam-

aged

 Release the two-hand operation button and the

direction keys.

 Press the two-hand operation button and keep it

down.

 Completely tip the container inwards by means

of the direction keys before lowering it.

Note: In case of an attempt to tip a retracted container

outwards, a collision monitoring system prevents the

high emptying system from being damaged

 Release the two-hand operation button and the

direction keys.

 Press the two-hand operation button and keep it

down.

 Sufficiently raise the container by means of the

direction keys before it can be tipped outwards.

9 Brushpos. not ok

Hours: xxxxxhym+

Is displayed when the roller brush cannot move to the

factory-set end position.

– The appliance is ready for operation, however, the

sweeping result may be dissatisfying



Confirm the message with the OK key (delete).

 Turn the programme selector switch to position

C (drive).

 Change to the desired sweeping programme

again.

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10 RBroompos.not ok

Hours: xxxxxhym+

Is displayed when the right side brush cannot move to

the factory-set end position.

– The appliance is ready for operation, however, the

sweeping result may be dissatisfying or the right side

brush may not be raised

 Confirm the message with the OK key (delete).



Turn the programme selector switch to position

C (drive).



Change to the desired sweeping programme

again.

11 LBroompos.not ok

Hours: xxxxxhym+

Is displayed when the optionally available left side brush

cannot move to the factory-set end position.

– The appliance is ready for operation, however, the

sweeping result may be dissatisfying or the left side

brush may not be raised



Confirm the message with the OK key (delete).

 Turn the programme selector switch to position

C (drive).

 Change to the desired sweeping programme

again.

12 SBroompos.not ok

Hours: xxxxxhym+

Is displayed when the optionally available sickle brush

cannot move to the factory-set end position.

– The appliance is ready for operation, however, the

sweeping result may be dissatisfying or the sickle brush

may not be raised

 Confirm the message with the OK key (delete).



Turn the programme selector switch to position

C (drive).

 Change to the desired sweeping programme

again.

13 Seat switch open

Hours: xxxxxhym+

Appears if the seat is left for more than 1.5 seconds in

drive mode.

– Combustion motor switches off, all brushes and the

roller brush that are lowered to the ground are raised au-

tomatically

 Sit on the driver's seat.

Note: The selected sweeping / transport opera-

tion starts fully automated.

14 Usable sweeping

brush <25%

Appears if the roller brush has reached its wear limit.

– The appliance is ready for operation, however, the

sweeping result may be dissatisfying

 Replace the roller brush as soon as possible to

achieve a good sweeping result.

15 MF-module not

ready to use x

Appears if the control panel has no connection to the

machine control.

– The operation of the appliance is disabled

 Perform a programme selector switch reset

(OFF position).

16 Motorhood open!

Hours: xxxxxhym+

Appears if the left side cover is not properly locked in

place.

– The operation of the appliance is disabled

 Completely close and lock the engine bonnet in

place.

 Turn the programme selector switch to "ON".

Note: The message disappears. The appliance

is ready for operation.

17 Engine support OFF

Hours: xxxxxhym+

Appears if the battery is not sufficiently charged during

operation.

– When driving uphill, the support of the combustion mo-

tor from the battery is disabled

 Confirm the message with the OK key (delete).

 Drive the appliance on a level ground using the

combustion motor for a longer period of time.

This charges the battery.

18 Low battery

Hours: xxxxxhym+

Appears if the battery voltage in the sweeping mode is

so low that a start of the combustion engine is no longer

possible after switching off the appliance.

– All sweeping functions are switched off, the appliance

is still running

Note: The message can no longer be confirmed.

 Drive the appliance on a level ground using the

combustion motor for a longer period of time.

This charges the battery.

19 Battery flat!

Charge externally!

Appears as soon as the programme selector switch is

turned away from the OFF position and it is recognised

that the minimum battery voltage for starting the com-

bustion engine is not reached.

– The operation of the appliance is disabled to protect

the battery

 Disconnect the battery and connect it with the

correct polarity to an approved charger for

charging.

20 Firmware update

firmware update!

Appears if the machine control has detected a safety-

critical error during the self test.

– The operation of the appliance is disabled

 Call service!

21 V-engine error

OFF for restart

The monitoring system for the control of the combustion

engine has detected a severe error.

– The combustion engine no longer shuts off



CAUTION! Move the main switch to the "0" po-

sition to switch the engine off!



In addition:

Perform a programme selector switch reset

(OFF position).

 Subsequently:

Set main switch to “1”.

Change to the desired sweeping programme

again.

22 Call service!

+xx-xxxx-xx-xxxx

The inspection interval has lapsed. This message ap-

pears upon every start-up of the appliance.

– The appliance remains fully operational



Confirm the message with the OK key (delete).

 Contact your local service for inspection under

the displayed phone number.

23 Red 0/1 switch=0

Operation locked

The message appears both during operation and start-

up of the appliance if the red main switch is in the "0" po-

sition.

– The appliance operation is prevented

 Set main switch to “1”.

24 Easy oper.switch

must be OFF next

This message appears in connection with message 23. Important note: The red main switch has an

EMERGENCY STOP function.

 For safety reasons the start-up of the appliance

requires the switching-off of the programme se-

lector switch (OFF position)!

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

KM 105/100 R (G)

KM 105/110 R (G)



KM 125/130 R (G, D)

Troubleshooting with coded error message on the display

Note:

A coded error message is always displayed in the upper display line and has the following formats:

X yyy Identification letter X followed by up to 3 digits yyy

e.g.

S 110

There is a system error that completely or partly disables the appliance function.

e.g.

P 3

C 41

H 2

There is an error in the machine control. Individual or several appliance functions are disabled.

e.g.

B 121

There is an error in the starter battery. If necessary, replace the battery with a newly charged one.

e.g.

P/11

Make sure that there is no more than 1 KIK-key (Kärcher Intelligent Key) near the control panel.

If a coded error occurs, try resetting the programme selector switch first.

In order to do so, turn the programme selector switch in the "OFF" position. Wait for at least 5 seconds before restarting the appliance.

If the error is still pending, contact service. The indication of the error code may be helpful for the service!

Accessories (KM 105/...)

Name Order No.

Side brushes, standard 6.966-063.0

For cleaning of indoor and outdoor areas.

Hard side-brushes 6.906-705.0

For removing stubborn dirt in the external

area; resistant to moisture.

Side-brushes, soft 6.966-065.0

Especially for sweeping fine dust on even

floors.

Roller brush, standard 4.762-529.0

Resistant of wear and moisture. Universal

bristles for inside and outside cleaning.

Roller-brush, soft 4.762-523.0

With natural bristles especially for fine dust

sweeping on smooth indoor floors. Not re-

sistant to wetness; not for abrasive surfac-

es.

Roller-brush, hard 4.762-524.0

For removing stubborn dirt in the external

area; resistant to moisture.

Flat-fold filter (dust filter) 6.907-352.0

Machine requires 2 units

Accessories (KM 125/...)

Name Order No.

Side brushes, standard 6.966-063.0

For cleaning of indoor and outdoor areas.

Hard side-brushes 6.906-705.0

For removing stubborn dirt in the external

area; resistant to moisture.

Side-brushes, soft 6.966-065.0

Especially for sweeping fine dust on even

floors.

Roller brush, standard 4.762-525.0

Resistant of wear and moisture. Universal

bristles for inside and outside cleaning.

Roller-brush, soft 4.762-526.0

With natural bristles especially for fine dust

sweeping on smooth indoor floors. Not re-

sistant to wetness; not for abrasive surfac-

es.

Roller-brush, hard 4.762-527.0

For removing stubborn dirt in the external

area; resistant to moisture.

Flat-fold filter (dust filter) 6.907-352.0

Machine requires 3 units

47EN

Technical data (KM 105/...)

KM 105/100 R G

KM 105/110 R G

Machine data

Length x width x height mm 1800 x 1250 x 1450

Net weight (transport weight) kg

400 (KM 105/100 R G)

450 (KM 105/110 R G)

Permissible overall weight kg

650 (KM 105/100 R G)

700 (KM 105/110 R G)

Driving speed km/h 7

Cleaning speed km/h 4

Usage duration when tank is full h about 3

Climbing capability (max.) % 18

Turning radius m 2.70

Roller brush diameter mm 400

Roller brush width mm 640

Side brush diameter mm 600

Surface cleaning performance without side brushes m

/h 4480

Surface cleaning performance with 1 side brushes m

/h 7000

Surface cleaning performance with 2 side brushes m

/h 10150

Working width without side brushes mm 640

Working width with 1 side brushes mm 1050

Working width with 2 side brushes mm 1450

Volume of waste container

KM 105/100 R (low emptying system)

KM 105/110 R (high emptying system)

2 x 35

Maximum fill weight of the waste container

KM 105/100 R (low emptying system)

KM 105/110 R (high emptying system)

2 x 50

110

Maximum unloading height (high emptying system) mm 1550

Protection type, drip-proof -- IPX 3

Engine

Type -- Worms EX27

1 cyl., four-stroke

Cylinder capacity cm

265

Max. power kW/PS 6.6 / 9.0

Fuel type -- Petrol, unleaded

CO2 value g/kWh 661

Fuel tank capacity l 5.6

Spark plug, NGK -- BR4HS

Maintenance-free batteries V, Ah 12, 50

Motor oil

Engine oil - type -- SAE 15W-40

Filling quantity l 1.0

Hydraulic oil

Front hydraulic oil tank (sweeping function)

Type Shell SFX 68

Filling quantity l about 7

Rear hydraulic oil tank (drive function)

Type Fuchs Renolin DO 90 HV

Filling quantity l 0.5 - 1.0

Tyres

Size, front mm ø 300

Air pressure, front bar / MPa 6.0 /0.6

Size, rear -- 4.00-8 6PR

Air pressure, rear bar / MPa 6.0 /0.6

Brake

Service brake -- hydrostatic

Parking brake -- mechanical

48 EN

Filter and vacuum system

Filter system TACT

Category of use – filter for non-hazardous dust -- M

Nominal vacuum, suction system mbar 6

Nominal volume flow, suction system l/s 92

Working conditions

Temperature °C 0...+ 40

Air humidity, non-condensing % 0 - 90

Values determined as per EN 60335-2-72

Noise emission

Sound pressure level L

dB(A) 79

Uncertainty K

Sound power level L

+ Uncertainty K

dB(A) 97

Uncertainty K

Machine vibrations

Hand-arm vibration value m/s

2.5

Seat m/s

0.8

Uncertainty K m/s

0.2

KM 105/100 R G

KM 105/110 R G

Technical data (KM 125/...)

KM 125/130 R G KM 125/130 R D

Machine data

Length x width x height mm 1800 x 1500 x 1450 1800 x 1500 x 1450

Net weight (transport weight) kg 665 685

Permissible overall weight kg 890 910

Driving speed km/h 8 8

Cleaning speed km/h 4 4

Usage duration when tank is full h 3 3

Climbing capability (max.) % 16 16

Turning radius m 3.0 3.0

Roller brush diameter mm 400 400

Roller brush width mm 870 870

Side brush diameter mm 600 600

Surface cleaning performance without side brushes m

/h 6960 6960

Surface cleaning performance with 1 side brushes m

/h 10000 10000

Surface cleaning performance with 2 side brushes m

/h 13600 13600

Working width without side brushes mm 870 870

Working width with 1 side brushes mm 1250 1250

Working width with 2 side brushes mm 1700 1700

Volume of waste container l 110 110

Maximum fill weight of the waste container kg 150 150

Maximum unloading height (high emptying system) mm 1550 1550

Protection type, drip-proof -- IPX 3 IPX 3

Engine

Type -- Worms EX40

1 cyl., four-stroke

Yanmar L100V

Cylinder capacity cm

404 435

Max. power kW/PS 8.3/11.3 6.3/8.5

Fuel type -- Petrol, unleaded Diesel

CO2 value g/kWh 661 964

Fuel tank capacity l 7 5.4

Spark plug, NGK -- BR4HS ---

Maintenance-free batteries V, Ah 12,71 12,71

Motor oil

Engine oil - type SAE 10W-40 SAE 10W-40

Filling quantity l 1.2 1.65

Hydraulic oil

Front hydraulic oil tank (sweeping and drive function)

49EN

Type Shell SFX 68 Shell SFX 68

Filling quantity l about 8 about 8

Hydraulic pressure max. bar / MPa 160 / 16 160 / 16

Tyres

Size, front mm ø 300 ø 300

Air pressure, front bar / MPa 6.0 /0.6 6.0 /0.6

Size, rear -- 4.00-8 6PR 4.00-8 6PR

Air pressure, rear bar / MPa 6.0 /0.6 6.0 /0.6

Brake

Service brake -- hydrostatic hydrostatic

Parking brake -- mechanical mechanical

Filter and vacuum system

Filter system TACT TACT

Category of use – filter for non-hazardous dust -- M M

Nominal vacuum, suction system mbar 6 6

Nominal volume flow, suction system l/s 92 92

Working conditions

Temperature °C 0...+ 40 0...+ 40

Air humidity, non-condensing % 0 - 90 0 - 90

Values determined as per EN 60335-2-72

Noise emission

Sound pressure level L

dB(A) 81 85

Uncertainty K

3 3

Sound power level L

+ Uncertainty K

dB(A) 98 105

Machine vibrations

Hand-arm vibration value m/s

<2.5 <2.5

Seat m/s

0.5 0.5

Uncertainty K m/s

0.2 0.2

Remark Risk of hearing impairment. Wear

ear-protection aids.

Risk of hearing impairment. Wear

ear-protection aids.

KM 125/130 R G KM 125/130 R D

50 EN

We hereby declare that the machine de-

scribed below complies with the relevant

basic safety and health requirements of the

EU Directives, both in its basic design and

construction as well as in the version put

into circulation by us. This declaration shall

cease to be valid if the machine is modified

without our prior approval.

The signatories act on behalf of and with of

the authority of the company management.

Documentation supervisor:

S. Reiser

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Alfred-Kärcher-Straße 28-40

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: +49 7195 14-0

Fax: +49 7195 14-2212

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

We hereby declare that the product de-

scribed below complies with the relevant

provisions of the following UK Regulations,

both in its basic design and construction as

well as in the version put into circulation by

us. This declaration shall cease to be valid

if the product is modified without our prior

approval.

The signatories act on behalf of and with of

the authority of the company management.

Documentation supervisor:

S. Reiser

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Alfred-Kärcher-Straße 28-40

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Tel.: +49 7195 14-0

Fax: +49 7195 14-2212

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

EU Declaration of Conformity

Product: Vacuum sweeper

Type: 1.280-xxx

KM 105/...

1.280-xxx

KM 125/...

Relevant EU Directives

2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)

2000/14/EC

2014/30/EU

2014/53/EU (TCU)

Applied harmonized standards

EN 60335–1

EN 60335–2–72

EN 62233: 2008

EN 55012:2010

EN 61000–6–2: 2005

(TCU)

EN 300 328 V2.1.1

EN 300 330 V2.1.1

EN 300 440 V2.1.1

EN 301 511 V12.5.1

Applied conformity evaluation method

2000/14/EC: Appendix V

Sound power level dB(A)

Measured: 94 95

Guaranteed: 97 98

Measured: -- 103

Guaranteed: -- 105

Chairman of the Board of Management

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certiﬁcation

Declaration of Conformity

Product: Vacuum sweeper

Type: 1.280-xxx

KM 105/...

1.280-xxx

KM 125/...

Currently applicable UK Regulations

S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended)

S.I. 2001/1701 (as amended)

S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended)

S.I. 2017/1206 (as amended) TCU

Designated standards used

EN 60335–1

EN 60335–2–72

EN 62233: 2008

EN 55012:2010

EN 61000–6–2: 2005

(TCU)

EN 300 328 V2.1.1

EN 300 330 V2.1.1

EN 300 440 V2.1.1

EN 301 511 V12.5.1

Applied conformity assessment procedure

S.I. 2001/1701 (as amended): Schedule 8

Sound power level dB(A)

Measured: 94 95

Guaranteed: 97 98

Measured: -- 103

Guaranteed: -- 105

Chairman of the Board of Management

Director Regulatory Affairs & Certiﬁcation

51EN

Karcher 1.280-150.204 KM 125/130 R Bp Pack

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