Contents
General notes ......................................................
Intended use........................................................
Environmental protection.....................................
Accessories and spare parts ...............................
Scope of delivery .................................................
Safety devices .....................................................
Description of the unit..........................................
Initial startup ........................................................
Operation.............................................................
Shutting down......................................................
Transport .............................................................
Storage................................................................
Care and service .................................................
Troubleshooting guide .........................................
Warranty ..............................................................
Declaration of Conformity ....................................
Technical data .....................................................
General notes
Read these original operating instructions and the en-
closed safety instructions before using the device for
the first time. Proceed accordingly.
Keep both books for future reference or for future own-
ers.
Intended use
Use the device as a wet and dry vacuum cleaner:
● For vacuuming floors and wall surfaces
● For vacuuming moist and liquid substances
● For vacuuming dusts of the dust classes IIIC, IIIB
and IIIA
● For vacuuming dry, inflammable dusts that are
harmful to health (dust class M as per EN 60 335-2-
69 with the exception of carcinogenic substances)
● As type 22 for vacuuming inflammable dusts in zone
22
● Above ground in commercial and industrial premis-
es
The device is used for vacuuming wet substances and
dry, inflammable fine dust (including dust classes L and
M) with MAK values ≥ 0.1 mg / m³.
● Non-hazardous wet substances and dust can be di-
rectly vacuumed into the waste container without a
dust bag.
● The dust bag with the order number 9.989-607.0 is
to be used for vacuuming class L dusts.
● The dust bag with the order number 6.907-646.0 is
legally prescribed for vacuuming class M dusts.
The following are not in accordance with the intended
use for a type 22 device:
● Connection to machines generating dust
● Vacuuming of potentially explosive substances or
liquids
● Vacuuming of potentially explosive dust mixtures or
liquid mixtures
● Loading with a crane
Environmental protection
The packing materials can be recycled. Please
dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-
vironmental regulations.
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Electrical and electronic appliances contain valu-
able, recyclable materials and often components
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such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil,
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which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can
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pose a potential threat to human health and the environ-
ment. However, these components are required for the
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correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked
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by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of togeth-
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er with the household rubbish.
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Notes on the content materials (REACH)
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Current information on content materials can be found
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at: www.kaercher.com/REACH
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Accessories and spare parts
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DANGER
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Risk of explosion when used with non-permit-
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ted accessories
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Only use accessories permitted by the manufac-
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turer and with the Ex label for type 22 usage.
Only use original accessories and original spare parts.
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They ensure that the appliance will run safely and fault-
free.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be
found at www.kaercher.com.
Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the
packaging. Check the contents for completeness when
unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the
event of any shipping damage, please notify your deal-
er.
DANGER
● Indication of an imminent threat of danger that will
lead to severe injuries or even death.
WARNING
● Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that
may lead to severe injuries or even death.
CAUTION
● Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that
may lead to minor injuries.
ATTENTION
● Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that
may lead to damage to property.
Safety instructions
DANGER
Damage to the skin, lungs and eyes through fine
dust
Emission of fine dust when the filtration system is in-
complete
Only operate the device with a complete filtration sys-
tem.
DANGER
Damage to the skin, lungs and eyes through fine
dust
Emission of fine dust when used without a filter or with
a damaged filter
Never vacuum without a filter or with a damaged filter.
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