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.

This device is suitable for commercial and industrial use,e.g. in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices, and rental companies. Use the device only in accordance with the information in these operating instructions.

• The device may only be used for cleaning smooth surfaces that are insensitive to water and polishing.

• The device is not suitable for cleaning frozen floors (e.g. in cold stores).

• The device is not suitable for use in potentially explosive environments.

• The device is approved for operation on surfaces with limited incline or slope, maximum value, see Technical data.

This scouring and vacuum machine is used for wet cleaning of level floors.

The device can be adjusted to suit the respective cleaning task by setting the water volume and detergent volume appropriately. The detergent dosing unit is adjusted via the amount added to the tank.

The working width and the capacity of the fresh and waste water tanks (see Technical data) enable effective cleaning with a long working time.

The device has a drive.

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

Electrical and electronic 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 danger to human health and the environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the device. Devices marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together with the household rubbish.

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

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 authorised customer service site.

Further information can be found at: www.kaercher.com/dealersearch

Further warranty information (if available) can be found in the service area of your local Kärcher website under "Downloads".

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.

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

The device switches off when the safety button is released.

Pulling the key out of the key-operated switch secures the device against unauthorised use.

• Control elements for the cleaning process are yellow.

• Control elements for maintenance and servicing are light grey.

1. Remove the carton.

2. Remove the straps.

3. Remove the wooden blocks fastened to the pallet by screws.

4. Using the 3 upper reinforcing boards of the carton packaging and the securing board screwed laterally on the pallet, place a ramp in front of the pallet and secure it using board pallet screws.

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   1. Securing board
   2. Beam
   3. Reinforcing board

5. Push the beam which has been unscrewed from the pallet under the ramp for support and screw into place.

6. Press the cleaning head lever down and latch it in place.

7. Only for BD 80/100 and BR 85/100: Press the brake lever down.

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   1. Brake lever

   Note

   For BD 70/75 and BR 75/75, there is no brake. Releasing the brake is not necessary with this device.

8. Pull the device backwards off the pallet.

9. Only for BD 80/100 and BR 85/100: Press the brake lever up.

1. Insert the suction bar in the suction bar mount.

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2. Tighten the wing nuts.

3. Fit the suction hose.

* Minimum volume of the battery charging room

** Minimum airflow between battery charging room and environment

For initial installation, an additional battery installation kit is required:

1. 2638-198.0

2. 2638-162.0

3. 2638-106.0

* Minimum volume of the battery charging room

** Minimum airflow between battery charging room and environment

For initial installation, an additional battery installation kit is required:

1. 2638-162.0

2. 2638-106.0

3. 2638-197.0

DANGER

Danger of burns due to acid leakage!

Only fill the battery with water when it is discharged.

When handling battery acid, use safety goggles and immediately rinse out any acid splashes on the skin or clothing with water.

ATTENTION

Risk of damage to the batteries!

Using water with additives will void the battery’s warranty.

Top up the batteries using only distilled or desalinated water (EN 50272-T3).Do not use any foreign additives or touch-up agents.

1. Add distilled water one hour before the charging process comes to an end. Observe the correct acid level according to the battery label.

   All cells must produce gas at the end of the charging process.

ATTENTION

Risk of damage from AGM and gel batteries!

Opening or drilling the battery housing will damage an AGM or gel battery. It must then be replaced.

Do not open the battery housing and do not drill any holes.Do not cover the pressure relief valve and do not change it.

1. Only charge AGM and gel batteries using the specified chargers, see Charging the battery.

DANGER

Danger of death due to explosion and fire when improperly charging deeply discharged batteries!

Fatal or severe injuries and material damage

Do not operate devices with deeply discharged batteries.Properly charge deeply discharged batteries before the initial startup. If necessary, contact Kärcher Service.

WARNING

Risk of injury and damage when removing or installing the batteries due to the device tipping over!

Injuries and material damage

Ensure that the device is positioned stably when removing and installing the batteries.

ATTENTION

Risk of damage to electronic components if the cables are connected incorrectly to the batteries!

Material damage

Ensure the correct polarity when connecting the connection and terminal cables to the batteries.

1. Drain the waste water.

2. Pivot the waste water tank upwards.

3. Place the battery in the device as shown. Important: Push the batteries all the way back!

   BD 80/100 and BR 85/100

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   170 Ah, 2.815-092.0

   180 Ah, 2.815-101.0

   240 Ah, 2.815-105.0

   285 Ah, 2.815-095.0

   1. Spacer

   BD 70/75 and BR 75/75

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   115 Ah, 2.815-091.0

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   170 Ah, 2.815-092.0

   180 Ah, 2.815-101.0

   1. Spacer
   2. Battery holder
   3. Additional weights

4. Insert a spacer between the right batteries and the fresh water tank,

   1. For battery set 115 Ah: 1 piece, flat lengthwise.

   2. For battery set excluding 115 Ah: 2 pieces lengthwise upright on top of each other.

5. For BD 70/75 with battery pack 115 Ah: Insert the 4 additional weights.

6. Attach the battery fastener, to do so

   1. for BD 70/75: Install the 2 battery holders and for 115 Ah: Tighten at the left and middle threaded holes.For BR 75/75 and BD 70/75: 170 Ah / 180 Ah: Tighten at the right and middle threaded holes.

   2. For BD 80/100 and BR 85/100: Insert one or two spacers flat lengthwise or vertically between the front batteries and the fresh water tank so that the batteries cannot slip forward.

7. Connect the battery terminals using the connection cables from the battery installation kit.

8. Clamp the connecting cable on the (+) and (‑) battery terminals that are still free.

9. Connect the device-side battery connector to the battery-side battery connector.

10. Pivot the waste water tank downwards.

1. Turn the key-operated switch to "0" and remove the key.

2. Disconnect the battery connector.

3. Drain the waste water.

4. Pivot the waste water tank upwards.

5. Disconnect the device-end cable from the negative terminal at the battery.

6. Disconnect the remaining cables from the battery.

7. For BD 80/100: Remove the spacer(s) between the front batteries and the fresh water tank.

8. For 115 Ah battery pack: Take out the additional weights.

9. Remove the battery.

10. Dispose of the used batteries in accordance with statutory provisions.

The average charging time is approx. 10-15 hours.

The device cannot be used during the charging process.

1. Drive the device directly to the charger and do not drive on slopes.

2. Pull out the device-side battery connector.

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   1. Battery plug, device side
   2. Battery plug, battery side

3. Connect the battery-side battery connector to the charger.

4. Plug the mains plug of the charger into the socket.

5. Carry out the charging process in accordance with the operating instructions for the charger.

6. Connect the device-side battery connector to the battery-side battery connector.

1. Open the fresh water tank cap.

2. Fill fresh water (max. 50 °C) to the lower edge of the filling nozzle.

   Note: The fresh water hose can be clamped with the hose holder during filling.

3. Close the fresh water tank lock.

Recommended detergents and care agents

1. Fill the detergent into the fresh water tank.

   Note: The cap for the fresh water tank filling hole can be used for measuring the correct quantity of detergent. It has a measuring scale marked on the inner side.

1. Adjust the water volume via the regulating knob to suit the degree of soiling of the floor covering.

   Note

   Perform initial cleaning tests with a low water volume. Increase the water volume step by step until achieving the desired cleaning result.

   Note

   The cleaning head continues operating without a liquid supply if the fresh water tank is empty.

The inclination must be adjusted so that the suction lips of the suction bar make even contact with the floor over the entire length of the suction bar.

1. Loosen the screw.

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   1. Screw

2. Adjust the inclination of the suction bar.

3. Tighten the screw.

The height adjustment affects the bending of the suction lips on contact with the floor.

1. Push the device a small distance forwards.

2. Compare the bending of the suction lips with the figure below.

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   1. Spacer roller with holder
   2. Washer
   3. Screw

3. Unscrew the screw.

4. Insert a sufficient number of washers between the suction bar and spacer roller to create the correct bending of the suction lip.

5. Fit the remaining unused washers above the spacer roller.

6. Screw in and tighten the screw.

7. Repeat the entire procedure at the second spacer roller.

8. Push the device a small distance forwards.

9. Check the bending of the suction lips over the entire length.

10. Repeat the adjustment procedure if necessary.

1. Turn the key-operated switch to "1".

   The display shows the following one after the other:

   • Period of time until the next after-sales Customer Service

   • Software version, control panel

   • Charging state of the battery and number of operating hours

1. Set the travel direction switch to "forward".

1. Turn the working speed rotary knob to the desired value.

   The speed is shown on the display during the adjustment. The display is shown in percentage of the maximum speed.

2. Set the water volume at the regulating valve.

3. Press the suction bar lever downwards.

   The suction bar lowers.

   Suctioning begins.

4. Press the cleaning head lever downwards, unlatch it and allow it to move upwards.

5. Pull the safety button towards the push handle.

   The cleaning head starts up and the device moves at the set speed.

1. Release the safety button.

2. Lift the cleaning head lever up with your hand and engage it towards the right.

1. Release the safety button.

2. Press the cleaning head lever downwards and engage it towards the right.

3. Continue moving a short distance.

   The residual water is vacuumed up.

4. Lift the suction bar.

   The suctioning continues to run for 10 seconds afterwards.

5. Turn the key-operated switch to "0".

6. Charge the batteries if necessary.

1. Remove the drain hose from the support and lower it over a suitable collecting device.

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2. Squeeze or kink the drain hose at the intended point.

3. Open the cover of the drain hose.

4. Drain the waste water. Regulate the water volume by pressing or kinking.

5. Rinse the waste water tank with clear water.

1. Pull off the filling level indicator hose and swivel it down.

1. Unscrew the fresh water tank cap.

2. Allow the fresh water to drain away.

3. Fit the fresh water tank cap and screw into place.

   Note: Take care to ensure that the hose connection in the fresh water tank cap is positioned at the lowest point in the tank after screwing the cap in place.

1. Press the cleaning head lever downwards and engage it towards the right.

2. Raise the suction bar.

3. Turn the key-operated switch to "1".

4. Select the travel direction at the travel direction switch.

5. Pull the safety button towards the push handle.

6. When transporting in vehicles, secure the device against slipping and tipping over according to the applicable guidelines.

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7. First fit the strap under the waste water tank.

1. Finish operation, see Finishing operation.

2. Charge the battery, see Charging the battery.

3. Store the device in a frost-free, dry interior space.

4. Charge the battery monthly, see Charging the battery.

1. Finish operation, see Finishing operation.

You can agree on regular safety inspections or close a maintenance contract with your dealer. Please seek advice on this.

For a detailed description of the individual maintenance work, see Maintenance work.

• Drain the waste water.

• Rinse the waste water tank with clear water.

• Clean the exterior of the device using a damp cloth, wetted with a mild washing lye.

• Check the fluff filter and clean if required.

• Clean the coarse dirt sieve.

• Clean the coarse dirt filter.

• Only BR variants: Remove and empty the coarse dirt receptacle.

• Only BR variants: Clean the water distribution channel.

• Clean the suction lips, check for wear and adjust the height or replace if necessary.

• Check the disc brushes for wear and tear and replace if necessary.

• Charge the battery.

  • If the charging state of the battery is below 50%, charge the battery fully and without interruption.

  • If the charging state of the battery is above 50%, only recharge the battery if the entire operating duration will be required when next used.

• When used regularly, charge the battery fully and without interruption at least once a week.

For a detailed description of the individual maintenance work, see Maintenance work.

1. Drain the fresh water tank and flush out deposits.

2. Clean the fresh water filter.

3. Clean the float and fluff filter.

4. Check battery poles for oxidation, brush off if necessary. Make sure the connection cables are firmly in place.

5. Clean the seals between the waste water tank and the cover, check for leaks and replace if necessary.

6. Check the acid density of the cells if the batteries are not maintenance-free.

7. For a longer downtime, shut down the device when the battery is fully charged. Fully charge the battery at least once a month.

• Have the prescribed inspection performed by Customer Service.

The suction lips must be turned over or replace when they have worn down to the wear mark.

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1. Wear mark
2. Suction lip

1. Remove the suction bar.

2. Unscrew the star handles.

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3. Pull off the plastic parts.

4. Pull off the suction lips.

5. Push in the turned over or new suction lips.

6. Push on the plastic parts.

7. Screw in and tighten the star handles.

1. Drain the fresh water (see Draining fresh water or Quickly draining fresh water.

2. Unscrew the fresh water tank lock.

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   1. Fresh water tank lock
   2. Fresh water filter

3. Pull out the fresh water filter and rinse with clean water.

4. Insert the fresh water filter.

5. Fit the fresh water tank lock.

   Note: Ensure that the hose connection in the fresh water tank lock lies at the lowest point after screwing tight.

1. Open the waste water tank cover.

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   1. Coarse dirt filter

2. Pull the coarse dirt filter upwards and off.

3. Rinse off the coarse dirt filter under running water.

4. Reinsert the coarse dirt filter into the waste water tank.

1. Open the waste water tank cover.

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   1. Latching hooks
   2. Float
   3. Fluff filter
   4. Float housing

2. Release the latching hooks.

3. Pull the float housing downwards and off.

4. Remove the float from the float housing and clean it.

5. Remove the fluff filter and clean it.

6. Assemble all parts in the reverse order.

1. Raise the cleaning head.

2. Press the brush replacement pedal down, beyond the zone of resistance.

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   1. Brush replacement pedal

3. Pull the 1st disc brush sideways and out from underneath the cleaning head.

4. Hold the new disc brush under the cleaning head, then press upwards and latch it into position.

5. Repeat the procedure for the 2nd disc brush.

1. Raise the cleaning head.

2. Pull out the brush replacement handle.

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   1. Brush replacement handle
   2. Bearing cover with squeegee blade
   3. Roller brush

3. Remove the bearing cover including the squeegee blade.

4. Pull out the roller brush.

5. Fit the new roller brush and centre it on the driver.

6. Install the bearing cover with the squeegee blade.

   Note

   Make sure the roller brush sits on the mounting mandrel and not underneath.

7. Pivot the brush replacement handle upwards and latch it into place.

8. Repeat the entire procedure at the other side.

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1. Water distribution strip
2. Unlocking button

1. Press lock in the direction of the arrow and hold it there.

2. Pivot water distribution strip forward.

3. Pull out water distribution strip lengthways.

4. Clean the water distribution strip.

5. Fit water distribution strip back into the cleaning head and snap the lock into place.

• Drain and dispose of the waste water and fresh water.

• Contact Customer Service in the case of malfunctions that cannot be corrected using this table.

We hereby declare that the machine described below complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements in the EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version placed in circulation by us. This declaration is invalidated by any changes made to the machine that are not approved by us.

Product: Floor cleaner

Type: 1.127-xxx

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

2014/30/EU

2014/53/EU (TCU)

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-72

EN 55012: 2007 + A1: 2009

EN 61000-6-2: 2005

EN 62233: 2008

EN 301 511 V12.5.1

EN 300 440 V2.1.1

EN 300 328 V2.2.2

EN 300 330 V2.1.1

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The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.

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Documentation supervisor:

S. Reiser

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 - 40

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Ph.: +49 7195 14-0

Fax: +49 7195 14-2212

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

We hereby declare that the product described 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.

Product: Floor cleaner

Type: 1.127-xxx

S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended)

S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended)

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

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-72

EN 55012: 2007 + A1: 2009

EN 61000-6-2: 2005

EN 62233: 2008

EN 301 511 V12.5.1

EN 300 440 V2.1.1

EN 300 328 V2.2.2

EN 300 330 V2.1.1

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The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.

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Documentation supervisor:

S. Reiser

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 - 40

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Ph.: +49 7195 14-0

Fax: +49 7195 14-2212

Winnenden, 2021/02/01

• BD 70/75 W Classic Bp 

• BD 80/100 W Classic Bp 

• BR 75/75 W Classic Bp 

• BR 85/100 W Classic Bp