Contents
General notes ......................................................
Environmental protection.....................................
Intended use........................................................
Description of the device .....................................
Preparation ..........................................................
Initial startup ........................................................
Operation.............................................................
Transport .............................................................
Storage................................................................
Care and service .................................................
Troubleshooting guide .........................................
Warranty ..............................................................
Accessories and spare parts ...............................
Declaration of Conformity ....................................
Technical data .....................................................
General notes
Read these original instructions and the
enclosed safety instructions before us-
ing the device for the first time. Act in ac-
cordance with them.
Keep both books for future reference or for future own-
ers.
● If the operating instructions and safety instructions
are not observed, the device can be damaged and
dangers could arise for users and other persons.
● Notify the dealer immediately in the case of shipping
damage.
● Check the package contents when unpacking for
missing accessories or for damage.
Environmental protection
The packing materials can be recycled. Please
dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-
vironmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valu-
able, 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 environ-
ment. However, these components are required for the
correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked
by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of togeth-
er with the household rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found
at: www.kaercher.com/REACH
Intended use
WARNING
Health risk
Inhalation of dusts that are harmful to health
Do not use the device for vacuuming up dusts that are
harmful to health.
ATTENTION
Damage to the device
Short-circuit due to high levels of humidity
Only use and store the device indoors.
● This universal vacuum cleaner for carpets is intend-
ed for dry cleaning floor and wall surfaces.
● This device is suitable for commercial use, e.g. in
hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices,
and rental companies.
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Description of the device
Illustration A
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8
Fleece filter bag
1
8
Suction hose port
2
8
Suction hose
3
8
8
Type plate
4
9
Cable hooks
5
9
9
Carrying handle
6
9
Mains cable
7
9
Suction head
8
9
10
Suction head lock
9
10
Steering roller
10
11
Dirt receptacle
11
Main switch
12
Hard surface/carpet switch (depending on equip-
13
ment)
Floor nozzle
14
Suction pipe
15
Mains plug fastener (T 12/1 only)
16
Mount for floor nozzle
17
Cover lock
18
Bar cover
19
Filter casing
20
Exhaust filter
21
Suction control (variable)
22
Angle piece
23
Main filter basket
24
Motor protection filter
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● Control elements for the cleaning process are yellow.
● Control elements for maintenance and servicing are
light grey.
1. Unpack the device and install the accessories.
Illustration B
1. Check if the main filter basket is inserted in the de-
vice.
1
Operation with the fleece filter bag or paper filter bag
(special accessories)
2
Operation without the filter bag
Installing the filter bag
1. Unlock and remove the suction head.
2. Remove the main filter basket.
3. Connect the fleece filter bag or paper filter bag (spe-
cial accessories).
4. Insert the main filter basket.
5. Fit and lock the suction head.
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Preparation
Initial startup
Operating modes