Contents
Safety Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbols on the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quick Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to Use the Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Please read these original operating in-
structions and the enclosed safety in-
structions prior to the initial use of your device. Proceed
accordingly. Keep both booklets for future reference or
subsequent owners.
Proper use
Use the steam cleaner only for private households.
The appliance is intended to be used with steam and
can be used with the appropriate accessories as de-
scribed in these operating instructions. You will not
need any detergent. Please adhere to the safety in-
structions.
Environmental protection
The packaging material can be recycled. Please
do not place the packaging into the ordinary re-
fuse for disposal, but arrange for the proper re-
cycling.
Old appliances contain valuable materials that
can be recycled. Please arrange for the proper
recycling of old appliances. Please dispose your
old appliances using appropriate collection sys-
tems.
Notes about the ingredients (REACH)
You will find current information about the ingredients
at:
www.kaercher.com/REACH
Spare parts
Only use original accessories and spare parts, they en-
sure the safe and trouble-free operation of the device.
For information about accessories and spare parts,
please visit www.kaercher.com.
Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery of your appliance is illustrated on
the packaging. Check the contents of the appliance for
completeness when unpacking.
In the event of missing accessories or any transport
damage, please contact your dealer.
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 center.
Please submit the proof of purchase.
CAUTION
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Safety devices protect the user and must not be modi-
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fied or bypassed.
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The safety lock seals the boiler against the steam pres-
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sure that builds up in the boiler. If the pressure controller
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is defect and the steam pressure in the boiler rises, a
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pressure control valve in the safety lock opens, and
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steam is emitted through the lock to the outside.
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Please contact your local KÄRCHER customer service
before you put the appliance into operation again.
Symbols on the machine
Symbols depending on unit type.
CAUTION
Surfaces are liable to get hot during use!
Danger of scalding by steam!
CAUTION – Please read the operating in-
structions!
Description of the Appliance
These operating instructions describe the maximum
equipment. Depending on the model, there are differ-
ences in the scopes of delivery (see packaging).
Illustrations on fold-out page!
A1
Safety lock
A2
Filling hole for water
A3
Steam button
A4
Child lock
A5
Carrying handle
A6
Mains cable with mains plug
A7
Indicator lamp (green) – line voltage is on
A8
Steam boiler / Water reservoir
A9
Steam nozzle
A10 Unlocking button
B1
Detail nozzle
B2
Round brush
C1
Extension tubes (two tubes)
C2
Unlocking button
D1
Floor nozzle
D2
Retaining clip
D3
Microfibre floor cloth
E1
Measuring cup
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Safety Devices
Safety lock
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