Note
For versions with stainless steel tubes, remove the pro-
tective cover before initial startup.
Initial startup
Inserting the filter bag
1. Fully unfold the filter bag.
2. Attach the filter bag to the device connection and
press it on firmly.
Illustration F
3. Fit and lock the device head.
Illustration G
Installing the hose, pipes, floor nozzle
1. Connect the suction hose.
Illustration H
2. Connect the suction hose to the handle.
Illustration I
Note
For convenient vacuuming in confined spaces, the han-
dle can be removed, and the accessories plugged di-
rectly onto the suction hose.
To release the handle, the grey areas on both sides of
the handle must be pressed, and the handle pulled from
the hose.
3. Connect the floor nozzle to the suction pipes.
Use the position with the brush strips extended to
vacuum dry dirt.
Use the position with squeegees extended to
suck up damp dirt / water.
Illustration J
Starting up the device
1. Plug the mains plug into the socket.
Illustration K
Devices without a socket
2. Set the trigger into the desired position.
Illustration L
Position "1 ON": The suction / blowing function is
activated.
Position "0 OFF": The device is switched off.
Devices with a socket
3. Set the trigger into the desired position.
Illustration M
"MAX" position: The suction / blowing function is
activated.
MAX position
nected, the suction is activated automatically.
Position "0 OFF": The device is switched off.
Note
As long as the device is supplied with power, the device
socket can be used as a power source.
Note
Limited for Switzerland only: The socket outlet shall on-
ly be used during operation in dry condition.
Operation
ATTENTION
Flat pleated filter missing
Device damage
Always work with the flat pleated filter inserted.
Note
Pay attention to the latest part numbers when purchas-
ing and installing filter bags and flat pleated filters.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be
found at www.kaercher.com.
: When the power tool is con-
ATTENTION
Vacuuming cold ashes
Device damage
Only vacuum cold ash with an ash pre-separator.
ATTENTION
Defective or wet flat pleated filter
Device damage
Before initial startup, check the flat pleated filter for
damage and replace it if necessary.
Only vacuum with a dry flat pleated filter.
Note
Replace the filter bag in good time, as a filter bag that is
too full could be damaged. The fill degree of the filter
bag depends on the amount of dirt vacuumed. The filter
bag should be replaced more frequently when vacuum-
ing fine dust, sand, etc.
ATTENTION
Wet vacuuming with a filter bag
Device damage
Do not use a filter bag when vacuuming wet.
ATTENTION
Operation with full container
When the container is full, a float switch closes the suc-
tion opening and the device runs at a higher speed.
Switch off the device immediately and empty the con-
tainer.
Note
If the device falls over, the float can also close. To make
the device capable of vacuuming again, set up the de-
vice, switch it off, wait 5 seconds and then switch it on
again.
Working with power tools (only for devices
with a built-in socket)
CAUTION
Unintentional starting of the power tool
Injury or property damage
Make sure that the power tool is ready for operation as
soon as it is connected to the device socket.
Note
Depending on the model selected, an adapter or an
adapter and a thin tool hose are included in the scope
of delivery.
1. Connect the suction hose.
Illustration H
2. If necessary, the adapter can be adjusted to the con-
nection diameter of the power tool with a suitable
tool.
3. Option A) Put the adapter on the handle of the suc-
tion hose. Connect the suction hose to the adapter
on the power tool.
Option B) For more flexibility when working, connect
the adapter to the thin tool hose and the handle of
the suction hose and connect it to the power tool.
Option C) With some power tools, the handle of the
suction hose can be connected directly to the power
tool.
Illustration N
4. Plug the mains plug of the power tool into the device
socket.
Illustration O
5. Set the trigger to MAX
The power can be regulated using the rotary switch.
English
Dry vacuuming
Wet vacuuming
Set.
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