Switching off the device
1. Switch off the device at the main switch.
2. Pull out the mains plug.
Each time after use
1. Empty the container.
2. Vacuum off the inside and outside of the device and
clean with a moist cloth.
Transport
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during transporta-
tion.
1. When transporting the device in vehicles, secure it
to prevent it from slipping or overturning in accord-
ance with the respective valid guidelines.
Storage
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during storage.
The device may only be operated indoors.
Care and service
DANGER
Danger of electric shock
Injuries due to touching live parts
Switch off the device.
Remove the mains plug.
Cleaning the main filter basket
ATTENTION
Danger from wet main filter basket
Risk of damage to the device
Never insert the main filter basket when wet.
1. If necessary, clean the main filter basket (washable)
under running water.
Replacing the motor protection filter
1. Unlock and remove the suction head.
2. Remove the motor protection filter.
3. Fit the new motor protection filter.
4. Fit and lock the suction head.
Troubleshooting guide
DANGER
Danger of electric shock
Injuries due to touching live parts
Switch off the device.
Remove the mains plug.
The device stops during operation
The motor thermo-protector has triggered
1. Change the fleece filter bag or paper filter bag (spe-
cial accessories).
2. Replace the motor protection filter.
3. Check all parts for clogging.
4. Allow the engine turbine to cool for approx. 30-40
minutes. Switch on the device.
Suction turbine does not start up
1. Check the socket and the power supply fuse.
2. Check the mains cable and the mains plug of the de-
vice.
3. Switch on the device.
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Suction power decreases
1. Remove any blockages from the suction nozzle,
suction pipe or suction hose.
2. Change the fleece filter bag or paper filter bag (spe-
cial accessories).
3. Clean the main filter basket under running water and
dry.
4. Position/lock the suction head correctly.
5. Replace the defective suction hose.
6. Replace the motor protection filter.
Escaping dust when vacuuming
1. Change the fleece filter bag or paper filter bag (spe-
cial accessories).
2. Check the fleece filter bag or paper filter bag (spe-
cial accessories) is fitted correctly.
3. Position/lock the suction head correctly.
4. Insert the undamaged main filter basket.
5. Insert the motor protection filter correctly.
Customer Service department
If the malfunction cannot be corrected, the device must
be checked by the Customer Service department.
The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales
company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possi-
ble malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty
period free of cost, provided that a material or manufac-
turing flaw is the cause. In a warranty case, please con-
tact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next
authorised customer service site.
(See overleaf for the address)
Further warranty information (if available) can be found
in the service area of your local Kärcher website under
"Downloads".
Accessories and spare parts
Only use original accessories and original spare parts.
They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and
safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be
found at www.kaercher.com.
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