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Contents
General notes
Safety instructions
Description of the Appliance
Assembly
Charging the battery pack
Commissioning
General information on the operation
Operation
Transport
Care and maintenance
Troubleshooting
Technical specifications
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General notes
Before using the device for the first time, read these safety instructions, these original instructions, the safety instructions provided with the battery pack, and the original instructions supplied with the battery pack/standard charger. Act in accordance with them. Keep the booklets for future reference or for future owners. In addition to the notes in the operating instructions, you also need to take into consideration the general safety regulations and accident prevention guidelines applicable by law.
Proper use
In accordance with the descriptions and the safety information in these operating instructions the appliance is intended for use as a multi-purpose vacuum cleaner.
This appliance has been designed for use in private households and is not intended for commercial use.
– Protect the unit from rain. Do not store outside.
– This device may not be used to suck in ash and soot.
Operation of the device requires a battery pack of the KÄRCHER Battery Power (+) platform with 36
V nominal voltage and a suitable KÄRCHER charger with 36 V nominal voltage. The "set variants" include the battery pack and charger.
Battery packs/chargers that are not supplied in the scope of delivery or are additionally required are available as accessories.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages that may occur on account of improper use or wrong operations.
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Environmental protection
Notes about the ingredients (REACH)
You will find current information about the ingredients at: www.kaercher.com/REACH
The packaging material can be recycled. Please arrange for the environmentally appropriate disposal of the packaging.
Old appliances contain valuable recyclable materials that should be recycled properly. Batteries and accumulators contain substances that must not enter the environment. Please dispose of old devices and batteries or accumulators in an environmentally friendly way.
Electrical and electronic devices often contain components which could potentially pose a danger to human health and the environment if handled or disposed of incorrectly. However, these components are necessary for the proper operation of the device. Devices marked with this symbol must not be disposed of with regular household rubbish.
Notes about the ingredients (REACH)
You will find current information about the ingredients at: www.kaercher.com/REACH
Warranty
The warranty terms published by the relevant 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 manufacturing. In the event of a warranty claim please contact your dealer or the nearest authorized Customer Service centre.
Please submit the proof of purchase.
Customer Service
Our KÄRCHER branch will be pleased to help you further in the case of questions or faults.
Accessories and Spare Parts
Only use original accessories and spare parts, they ensure the safe and trouble-free operation of the device.
For information about accessories and spare parts, please visit www.kaercher.com.
Scope of delivery
In the event of missing accessories or any transport damage, please contact your dealer.
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Safety instructions
Danger or hazard levels
DANGER
Pointer to immediate danger, which leads to severe injuries or death.
몇 WARNING
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to severe injuries or death.
몇 CAUTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to minor injuries.
ATTENTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to property damage.
Safe handling
DANGER
The user must use the appliance as intended. The person must consider the local conditions and must pay attention to other persons in the vicinity when working with the appliance.
The appliance may not be operated in explosive atmospheres.
If the appliance is used in hazardous areas the corresponding safety provisions must be observed.
Do not use the appliance if it fell down, is visibly damaged or leaking.
Keep packaging films away from children, there is a risk of suffocation!
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몇 WARNING
This appliance is not intended for use by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental capacities or lacking experience and/or skills, unless such persons are accompanied and supervised by a person in charge of their safety or they have received precise instructions on the use of this appliance and have understood the resulting risks.
Children may only use this appliance if they are over the age of 8 and supervised by a person in charge of their safety, or if they have received instructions on the use of this appliance and have understood the resulting risks.
Children must not play with this appliance.
Supervise children to prevent them from playing with the appliance.
Operate or store the appliance only in accordance with the description or illustration!
The appliance contains electrical components - do not clean under running water.
몇 CAUTION
Never leave the appliance unattended as long as it is in operation.
ATTENTION
Do not operate the appliance at temperatures below 0 °C.
Never vacuum without a filter, otherwise the appliance can get damaged.
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Protect the appliance from extreme weather conditions, moisture and heat.
Other risks
DANGER
Risk of explosion!
The appliance may not be operated in explosive atmospheres.
Do not vacuum up explosive or combustible gases, fluids and dusts!
Do not vacuum up reactive metal dusts (e.g. aluminium, magnesium or zinc!
Do not vacuum up undiluted acids or brines!
Do not vacuum up burning or smouldering objects!
몇 WARNING
Risk of injury!
Do not vacuum in the vicinity of the head when using the nozzle and suction pipe.
몇 CAUTION
In order to prevent accidents or injuries, mind the weight of the appliance during transport (see technical data).
Stability
몇 CAUTION
Create stability for the appliance prior to any work on or with the appliance to prevent accidents or damage.
Description of the Appliance
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Illustrations on fold-out page!
These operating instructions describe the multi-purpose vacuum cleaners listed on the front cover.
The illustrations show the maximum equipment; depending on the model, there are differences in equipment and supplied accessories.
When unpacking the product, make sure that no accessories are missing and that none of the package contents have been damaged. If you detect any transport damages please contact your dealer. included in the scope of delivery possible accessories
Suction hose connection
Battery compartment
ON/OFF switch for appliance
Battery unlocking button
Handle
Blowing connection
Container closure
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Parking position
Accessory mount
10 Steering roller
11 Container
12 Filter bag
13 Cartridge filter
14 Suction hose with connecting piece
15 Removable handle
16 Suction tubes 2 x 0.5 m
17 Crevice nozzle
18 Floor nozzle
(with insert)
19 Battery pack
Battery Power 36/25
20 Standard charger
Battery Power BC 36 V
Assembly
Illustration
To open, pull the container closures upwards and remove the device head on the carrying handle.
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Remove the contents from the container.
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Turn the container, press in the steering roller in the openings at the base of the container till the endpoint.
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Put the appliance head onto the container and lock the container locks.
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For vacuuming dry dirt an additional filter bag can be inserted if necessary.
Charging the battery pack
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Note: Please observe the operating instructions for the battery pack.
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Commissioning
Connect accessories
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Push the suction hose into the connection on the appliance, it snaps in place.
In order to disconnect it, push down with your thumb and pull the suction hose out.
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Connect the handle with the suction hose until it snaps in place.
Put both suction tubes together and connect them with the handle.
Note: Accessories, such as suction brushes (optional) can be directly attached to the connecting piece and thus connected to the suction hose.
For convenient working even in tight spaces.
The removable handle can be attached between the accessories and the suction hose if necessary.
Recommendation: In order to vacuum the floor, attach the handle to the suction hose.
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To remove the handle from the suction hose, press the button with your thumb and index and remove handle
Note: Due to removing the handle, accessories can be directly attached to the suction hose.
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Connect the floor nozzle with the suction pipe.
Note: For vacuuming dry dirt or water off the floor - always work with the insert (brush strip and rubber lip) in the floor nozzle.
Inserting the battery pack
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Push the battery pack from the top into the battery holder and lock it.
ATTENTION
Damage to the device
Only use battery packs from the KÄRCHER Battery
Power (+) platform with 36 V nominal voltage.
Turning on the Appliance
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Position I : Vacuum and blowing function.
Position 0 : Appliance is switched off
General information on the operation
ATTENTION
The metal container can become statically charged when vacuuming large amounts of fine dust particles and then discharge upon contact.
ATTENTION
The batter holder area must be kept clean.
If there is too much dirt in this area, it is possible that the battery pack is not inserted/locked into place.
Similarly, it may be the case that battery pack can no longer be taken out of the device because the eject lever can no longer be moved.
Operation
ATTENTION
Always work with an inserted cartridge filter during wet as well as dry vacuum cleaning!
Dry vacuum cleaning
ATTENTION
Check the filter for damage prior to installation and replace as necessary.
Work with a dry cartridge filter only!
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Recommendation : To vacuum fine dust, use the filter bag.
Information filter bag
– The filling level of the filter bag depends on the dirt that is sucked in.
– The filter bag needs to be replaced more frequently while sucking in fine dust, sand, etc.
– Clogged filter bags can burst - therefore make sure to replace the filter bag in a timely manner!
ATTENTION
Vacuum cold ashes only when using a pre-filter.
For information about accessories and spare parts, please visit www.kaercher.com.
Wet vacuum cleaning
ATTENTION
Do not use a filter bag!
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For vacuuming up moisture or liquids pay attention to the correct floor nozzle insert and connect the corresponding accessories.
Note: If the container is full, a float closes the suction opening, and the appliance works at a higher speed.
Switch off the appliance immediately, and empty the container.
Blowing function
Cleaning hard to reach locations or, where vacuuming is not possible, like leaves from a gravel bed.
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Connect the suction hose to the blower connection, this will activate the blower function.
Interrupting operation
Turn off the appliance.
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Hook the floor nozzle into the parking position.
Note: If it is necessary to remove the suction head when work is interrupted, the battery pack may become stuck.
The battery pack is locked in tightly and cannot fall out.
Finish operation
Turn off the appliance.
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Push the battery release button forwards and remove the battery pack from the device.
If necessary, recharge battery pack (see chapter
“Charging battery pack”).
Recommendation: Remove the battery pack from the device after completing the work.
Empty the container
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Remove the appliance head and empty the reservoir.
Storing the appliance
Illustration
Store the accessories on the appliance and store the appliance in dry rooms.
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Transport
몇 CAUTION
Risk of personal injury or damage!
Mind the weight of the appliance during transport.
When transporting by hand
Lift appliance by the carrying handle and carry it.
When transporting in vehicles
Secure the appliance against shifting and tipping over.
Care and maintenance
Clean the device and accessory parts made of plastic with a customary plastic cleaner.
If required, rinse the container and accessories with water properly and dry them before reuse.
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Only clean the cartridge filter under running water; do not wipe or brush. Let it dry completely prior to installation.
Check charging contacts for soiling at regular intervals and clean them as necessary.
Check ventilation slits for soiling and clean them if necessary.
Troubleshooting
Appliance is not running
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The battery pack is not seated correctly in the battery holder, insert the battery pack into the battery holder and let it click into place.
Charging state of the battery pack (see display) too low, charge the battery if necessary.
Defect battery pack or charger, replace battery pack or charger with new accessory.
The device switches off automatically
Device/battery pack is overheated, wait briefly to allow device/battery pack to cool down.
Container is full of water, which activated the float tank and empties the container.
Decreasing cleaning power
Accessories, suction hose or suction pipes are clogged.
Remove the clog with a suitable aid.
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Filter bag is full, install new filter bag.
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Cartridge filter is dirty, knock off dirt from cartridge filter and clean under running water if necessary.
Replace damaged cartridge filter.
Recommendation: Replace cartridge filter 1x per year.
Technical specifications
Battery pack and quick charger in scope of delivery of:
WD 3 Battery Set
WD 3 Battery Premium Set
(Battery pack Battery Power 36/25 / standard charger
Battery Power BC 36 V)
Device
Battery voltage V
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Protective class
Type of protection
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IPX4
Subject to technical modifications!
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