CAUTION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE

• Inform your dealer immediately if there is any shipping damage.

• Completely remove the accessories from the box.

• Only operate the appliance from a grounded outlet. Refer to the Technical data for the necessary main fuse.

• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.

When using an electrical machine, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: This appliance is intended for commercial use.

1. DISCONNECT APPLIANCE FROM POWER CIRCUIT before removing the cover, performing maintenance work, and when not in use.

2. DO NOT LEAVE the machine unattended when plugged in.

3. ALWAYS CHECK THE POWER SUPPLY CORD for damage or signs of any aging before each use.

4. DO NOT PULL OR CARRY APPLIANCE BY CORD. Do not use cord as a handle. Keep cord away from heated surfaces or fire. Do not close door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges.

5. KEEP CORD AWAY FROM HEAT AND OIL. Do not leave cord lying around after job is complete. It can become a tripping hazard.

6. DO NOT RUN MACHINE OVER CORD.

7. TURN SWITCH TO OFF before unplugging power supply cord.

8. DO NOT UNPLUG BY PULLING CORD. To unplug, grasp plug, not cord.

9. DO NOT GRASP PLUG WITH WET HANDS.

10. A DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG should only be replaced by an authorized service center representative. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR POWER CORD.

11. TO AVOID SHOCK, do not expose to rain. Store indoors.

12. USE ONLY AS RECOMMENDED BY THIS MANUAL. Use only with recommended attachments.

13. KEEP HAIR, CLOTHING, LOOSE JEWELRY, FINGERS and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.

14. CONNECT THE APPLIANCE WITH PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET ONLY. See grounding instructions.

15. DO NOT ALLOW THE APPLIANCE TO BE USED AS A TOY. Keep children away.

16. DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED while Machine is running.

17. DO NOT USE IF CORD, PLUG OR MACHINE IS IN POOR CONDITION. If the Appliance has been dropped, damaged, exposed to weather, or dropped into water; have it checked by an authorized service.

18. ALWAYS USE EYE PROTECTION when operating the machine.

19. USE EXTRA CAUTION when operating on stairs.

20. STAY ALERT! Do not use the machine when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is intended for commercial use.

• This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.

• This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and ground plug.

• The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

To comply with the National Electrical Code(NFPA 70) and to provide additional protection from the risk of electric shock, this appliance should only be connected to a receptacle that is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI).

WARNING:

• Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

• Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.

• Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance.

• If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

• This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounded plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig.A.

• A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in Fig.B, may be used to connect this plug to a two-pole receptacle as shown in Fig.B, if a properly grounded outlet is not available.

• The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (Fig.A) is installed by a qualified electrican.

• The green colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover.

• Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw.

IN ALL CASES, MAKE SURE THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLYGROUNDED.

NEVER REMOVE GROUNDING PRONGFROM POWER PLUG.

EXTENSION CORDS

Use only three-wire extension cords that have three-prong grounding-type plugs and three-pole receptacle that accepts the appliance’s plug. Replace damaged or worn cord immediately.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR POWERCORD.

Figure A

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1. Grounded outlet box
2. Current carrying prongs

Grounding prong is longest of the 3 prongs

Figure B

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1. Grounded outlet box
2. Grounding means
3. Adapter

Servicing of double-insulated machines

In a double-insulated machine, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated machine, nor should a means for grounding be added to the machine. Servicing a double-insulated machine requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated machine must be identical to the parts they replace.

Read these original operating instructions and the enclosed safety instructions before using the device for the first time. Proceed accordingly.

Keep both books for future reference or for future owners.

Use the device only in accordance with the information in these operating instructions.

• This device is suitable for commercial use, e.g. in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices, and rental companies.

• Only use the device for cleaning hard surfaces that are not sensitive to moisture and polishing.

• Only use the device at an ambient temperature between +5°C and +40°C.

• Do not use the device for cleaning frozen floors (e.g. in cold stores).

• Only equip the device with original accessories and spare parts.

• Only use the device for cleaning indoor floors or floors under covered areas.

• Do not use the device for cleaning public traffic routes.

• The device must not be used outdoors.

• Do not use the device in a corrosive environment.

• Never use the device in potentially explosive atmospheres.

• Only use the device on surfaces with a maximum incline as specified in the "Technical data" section.

• Only connect accessories to the plug in the device that are listed in the chapter "Accessories".

Before using the device for the first time, read and observe these operating instructions and the accompanying brochure: Safety instructions for single disc machines, No. 5.956-659.0.

Danger of burns

During operation, certain parts of the device become hot.

Do not touch parts marked in this way until they have cooled down.

The device cannot be started if the unlocking button is not pressed.

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental regulations.

Electrical and electronic appliances / devices contain valuable, 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 environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the appliance / device. Appliances / devices marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together with the household trash.

Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.de/REACH

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.

During unpacking, check the contents for completeness. If any accessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage, please notify your dealer.

1. Align the holes on the push rod with the holes on the device.

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   1. Device
   2. Screw
   3. Push rod
   4. Cable

2. Screw in and tighten the 4 screws.

3. Insert the plug into the coupling.

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   1. Casing half
   2. Plug
   3. Socket

4. Push the two casing halves into each other so that the connection is protected against spray water.

A cable hook is attached to the top and bottom of the push rod.

1. Hold both halves of the cable hook against the push rod.

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   1. Cable hook
   2. Push rod

2. Push both halves into each other in the direction of the arrow.

3. Insert the screw through the cable hook.

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   1. Star grip
   2. Screw

4. Screw on the star grip.

5. Push the cable hook all the way down and align it on the push rod

6. Tighten the star knob.

7. Attach the second cable hook to the top of the push rod in the same way.

1. Release the star grip of the upper cable hook.

2. Screw the chain to the detergent tank.

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   1. Chain
   2. Detergent tank

3. Attach the hose to the hose nipple on the bottom of the detergent tank.

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   1. Hose
   2. Hose nipple

   Note

   The lower cable hook must be placed as low as possible, otherwise the dosing of the cleaning solution will not work correctly.

4. Slide the detergent tank onto the lower cable hook.

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   1. Detergent tank
   2. Cable hooks at the bottom

5. Slide the upper cable hook down to the detergent tank. Make sure the pin on the tank is seated in the recess on the cable hook.

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   1. Detergent tank
   2. Pin
   3. Star grip
   4. Recess

6. Tighten the star grip on the upper cable hook.

7. Attach the hose to the hose nipple on the device.

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   1. Hose nipple
   2. Hose

8. Guide the chain through the opening on the handle and hook it in at the dosing lever for the cleaning agent.

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   1. Dosing lever for cleaning agent
   2. Chain

Only the BDS 43/Orbital C Spray is equipped with a spray system.

1. Plug the hose from the detergent tank into the pump inlet.

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   1. Hose
   2. Pump inlet
   3. Pump

2. Insert the hose piece at the pump outlet.

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   1. Pump outlet
   2. Hose piece

3. Plug the other end of the hose into the spray nozzle distributor.

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   1. Hose piece
   2. Distributor for spray nozzles

1. Select the appropriate pad for the cleaning task.

2. Make sure the mains plug is disconnected.

3. Swivel the cleaning head upwards by lifting it by the handle.

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   1. Handle
   2. Cleaning head

4. Center and press the pad onto the pad drive board.

5. Swivel the cleaning bath downwards.

1. Fill the detergent tank with cleaning solution.

1. Pull the tilt adjustment lever upwards and hold it.

2. Move the handle to a comfortable position (approximately hip height).

3. Release the tilt adjustment lever.

4. Gently move the handle up and down until it locks into place.

1. Unwind the power cord completely from the cable clips.

2. Insert the mains plug into an outlet.

3. Hold the handle with both hands.

4. Press and hold the unlocking button.

5. Operate the ON/OFF switch.

6. Release the unlocking button.

7. To interrupt operation, release the ON/OFF switch.

1. Switch the device on.

2. Pull the cleaning solution lever when the pad is to be supplied with cleaning solution.

3. Guide the device over the surface to be cleaned.

4. In case of heavy contamination, go over the affected area several times.

5. Afterwards, vacuum the waste water with a wet vacuum cleaner or soak it up with a cloth.

Only the BDS 43/Orbital C Spray is equipped with the spray system. On this system, cleaning solution is applied from two nozzles in front of the device.

1. Set the Spray switch to the "ON" position.

1. Release the clamping screw.

2. Align the nozzle.

3. Tighten the clamping screw.

1. Pull the mains plug out of the outlet.

2. Pull the tilt adjustment lever upwards and hold it.

3. Move the handle to a vertical position.

4. Release the tilt adjustment lever.

5. Remove the remaining cleaning solution from the detergent tank.

6. Rinse the detergent tank with clean water.

7. BDS 43/Orbital C Spray only: Rinse the spray system with clean water.

8. Wind the power cord around the cable hooks.

9. Swivel the cleaning head upwards by lifting it by the handle.

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   1. Handle
   2. Cleaning head

10. Remove the pad from the pad drive board.

11. Clean the device with a damp cloth.

1. Pull the tilt adjustment lever and position the handle vertically.

2. Release the tilt adjustment lever.

3. Tilt the device backwards and go to the destination.

4. Secure the device in accordance with the respective applicable guidelines to prevent it from slipping or overturning when in transport.

1. Store the device indoors only.

2. To protect the pad, swivel the cleaning head upwards by lifting it by the handle.

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   1. Handle
   2. Cleaning head

1. Wash dirty pads at a maximum temperature of 60°C.

2. Clean the casing of the device with a damp cloth and then rub dry.

3. Check the power cord for damage.

In the event of malfunctions that cannot be remedied using the following information, please contact Customer Service.

The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing flaw is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorized customer service site.

(See overleaf for the address)