Cleaning The Device - Kärcher MC 50 Handbuch

10.2.2 Remove the engine's side panels
1 Cover lock
 Open both hood latches.
 Raise the panels and swivel them to the top and out.
 Remove panels.
10.2.3 Install the engine's side panels
1 Fastening bushing
2 Centering cone
 Thread the bottom end of the panel behind the wheel.
 Swivel the panel up to the appliance and hook the top
edge of the panel into the fastening bushing.
 Close the hood latches.
10.2.4 Remove the radiator grill
1 Lock
 Open both latches (pull the latch out, rotate about 90°
and release).
 Swivel the radiator grill toward the top, pull up and re-
move.
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10.3 Cleaning
 Empty the waste container (for sweepers).
 Raise the working machine.
 Raise the side brush and the suction port.
 Park the machine on an even surface.
 Set engine speed to MIN position.
 Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove it.
 Lock parking brake.

10.3.1 Cleaning the device

Clean appliance daily after finishing work.
CAUTION
Risk of damage!
Shaft seals, electrical components and hydraulic valves
must not be cleaned using a high pressure water jet.
Do not rinse the engine with water.
When cleaning the appliance with a high pressure cleaner,
adhere to the respective safety instructions.
Radiator fins must only be cleaned with compressed air
(max. 5 bar), not with water.
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents.
In order to protect the air filter only wash the rear of the ap-
pliance while the motor is shut off.
 Check the vehicle for oil and fuel leaks to prevent fires.
Get customer service to fix the leaks.
 Rinse the side brush with a water jet (for sweepers).
 Rinse the suction opening with a water jet (for sweep-
ers).
 Check front power lifter for ease of movement (raising
and lowering).
 Check the easy movement of the suction opening and
the bulk waste flap (for sweepers).
 To avoid fires, keep the engine, muffler, battery and
fuel tank free of plant residue and oil.
 Check the engine for contamination, clean with a brush
or compressed air if required
10.3.2 Clean the radiator
1 Fastening rod
2 Cooler for air conditioning (option)
3 Combi cooler
 Check the radiator for contamination.
 Remove large object by hand.
 Remove contamination with a soft brush or com-
pressed air.
Swivel the radiator of the air conditioning to the side:
 Release the fastening rod from the holder and swivel it
up.
 Swivel the radiator of the air conditioning to the side.
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