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  • General notes
  • Environmental protection
  • Intended use
  • Safety information
    • Pacemaker
  • Description of the device
    • Colour coding
  • Symbols on the device
  • Preparation
  • Initial startup
    • Operating modes
    • Inserting the battery pack
    • Adjusting the hip belt, chest strap and shoulder straps
    • Charging the battery pack
  • Operation
    • Aligning the dirt receptacle
    • Switch on the device
    • Eco-Mode
    • Adjusting the suction power
    • Cleaning mode
    • Switching off the device
    • Each time after use
    • Storing the device
  • Transport
  • Storage
  • Care and service
    • Changing the fleece filter bag
    • Cleaning the main filter basket
    • Replacing the HEPA filter
    • Replacing the motor protection filter
    • Readjusting the closure strap
  • Troubleshooting guide
    • The device stops during operation

    • Suction power decreases

    • Escaping dust when vacuuming

    • No or insufficient suction performance

    • Device not running

  • Customer Service department
    • The device stops during operation

    • Suction power decreases

    • Escaping dust when vacuuming

    • No or insufficient suction performance

    • Device not running

  • Warranty
  • Accessories and spare parts
    • Spare parts list
  • Declaration of Conformity
  • Technical data
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BVL 5/1 Bp
BVL 5/1 Bp Pack

59692990 (05/21)

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  • IT
  • NL
  • ES
  • PT
  • DA
  • NO
  • SV
  • FI
  • EL
  • TR
  • RU
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  • CS
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BVL 5/1 Bp
BVL 5/1 Bp Pack

59692990 (05/21)

General notes

Read these original instructions and the enclosed safety instructions before using the device for the first time. Act in accordance with them.

Keep both books for future reference or for future owners.

  • 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 environmental regulations.

Electrical and electronic appliances contain valuable, 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 environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together 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 intended 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.

Safety information

Pacemaker

DANGER

Danger due to radiated high frequency/electric magnetic fields

Health risk when wearing a pacemaker

Observe the following safety instructions when handling the device.

  • If you are wearing a pacemaker, we recommend that you consult your doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker about possible precautions before operating the device.

  • Not all types of pacemakers are equally resistant to radiation in the immediate vicinity of radiated high frequency/electric magnetic fields, which could lead to problems in the operation of the device.

  • If your doctor can not guarantee your safety, do not use the device!

Description of the device


  1. HEPA filter (special accessory)
  2. Motor protection filter
  3. Base plate
  4. Housing for motor protection filter
  5. Shoulder straps
  6. Type plate
  7. Unlocking button
  8. Hip belt buckle
  9. Holder for upholstery nozzle
  10. Hip belt
  11. Suction hose port (outside)
  12. Main filter basket
  13. Fleece filter bag
  14. Handle
  15. Rechargeable battery pack
  16. Suction head
  17. QR code for video instructions
  18. Dirt receptacle closure
  19. Dirt receptacle
  20. Closure strap
  21. Chest strap buckle
  22. Chest strap (height adjustable)
  23. Carrying system
  24. Centre straps
  25. Hook for telescopic suction pipe on shoulder straps
  26. Hook for telescopic suction pipe on carrying system (parking position)
  27. Hard surface/carpet switch
  28. Floor nozzle
  29. Telescopic suction pipe
  30. Eco button (energy-saving mode)
  31. Charge indicator
  32. Main switch
  33. Control unit
  34. Holder for crevice nozzle
  35. Suction control
  36. Angle piece
  37. Suction hose

Colour coding

  • Control elements for the cleaning process are yellow.

  • Control elements for maintenance and servicing are light grey.

Symbols on the device

 
Suction hose connection for right-handed users
 
Suction hose connection for left-handed users
 
QR code for video instructions

Preparation

  1. Unpack the device and install the accessories.


Initial startup

  1. Check if the main filter basket is inserted in the device.

Operating modes

  1. Operation with the filter bag

  2. Operation without the filter bag

Inserting the battery pack

  1. Slide the battery pack into the battery holder and lock it in place.

Adjusting the hip belt, chest strap and shoulder straps

  1. Put the device on its back.

  2. Engage the buckle of the hip belt and adjust the hip belt.


  3. Engage the buckle of the chest strap and adjust the chest strap (height adjustable). Adjust the device to the body by pulling on the centre straps. Do not put on too tight, the main load should be on the hip belt.


Charging the battery pack

Note

Please read the operating instructions of the charger manufacturer, especially the chapters on safety instructions!

Note

Please read the operating instructions of the battery pack manufacturer, especially the chapters on safety instructions!

Note

The battery pack is partially charged on delivery. Charge before use and when necessary.

Note

The battery pack can only be charged when it is removed.

  1. Press the unlocking button and remove the battery pack.

  2. Charge the battery pack according to the operating instructions of the charger manufacturer and the battery pack manufacturer.

Operation

ATTENTION

Danger due to technical defect

Risk of damage to the device

Immediately switch off the engine as the suction performance decreases.

Aligning the dirt receptacle

  1. Align the dirt receptacle so that the suction hose comes out on the working side when the carrying system is worn (right/left-handed operation). The respective symbol can then be seen on the front.


Switch on the device

  1. Switch on the device at the main switch.

Eco-Mode

Eco button (energy-saving mode): The device works with reduced suction performance. The battery run time is extended.

  1. To activate Eco-mode: Actuate the Eco button.

  2. To switch off Eco-mode: Actuate the Eco button repeatedly.

Adjusting the suction power

  1. Regulate the suction power on the suction control.

Cleaning mode

  1. Set the floor nozzle switch to hard surface or carpet.

  2. Perform cleaning.

  3. Change of location/work interruption: If necessary, hang the telescopic suction pipe on the hook of the shoulder strap so that you have both hands free. The hook can be attached to the right or left shoulder strap.


Switching off the device

  1. Switch off the device at the main switch.

Each time after use

  1. Empty the dirt receptacle.

  2. Clean the device and accessories with a damp cloth after use.

Storing the device

  1. Push in the telescopic suction pipe. Store the telescopic suction pipe and floor nozzle as shown in the illustration.


  2. Store the device in a dry room or hang it by the handle and secure it against unauthorised use.

Transport

CAUTION

Failure to observe the weight

Risk of injury and damage

Be aware of the weight of the device during transportation.

  1. When transporting the device in vehicles, secure it to prevent it from slipping or overturning in accordance 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 stored indoors.

  1. Press the unlocking button and remove the battery pack to prevent discharge.

Care and service

DANGER

Danger of electric shock

Injuries due to touching live parts

Switch off the device.

Remove the battery pack.

Changing the fleece filter bag

  1. Unlock and remove the dirt receptacle.

    Figure 1

  2. Remove the main filter basket.

  3. Remove the fleece filter bag.

  4. Pull the new fleece filter bag with rubber flange over the suction hose port (inside).

  5. Put the main filter basket back on.

    Figure 2

  6. Fit and lock the dirt receptacle.

    Figure 3

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 under running water.

Replacing the HEPA filter

HEPA filter (special accessory): Change once a year

  1. Unlock and remove the dirt receptacle (including the main filter basket).

  2. Turn the suction head by 180°.

  3. Unlock and remove the HEPA filter (special accessory).

  4. Insert a new HEPA filter (special accessory) and click it into place.

  5. Turn the suction head by 180°.

  6. Insert and lock the dirt receptacle (including the main filter basket).

Replacing the motor protection filter

  1. Unlock and remove the dirt receptacle (including the main filter basket).

  2. Turn the suction head by 180°.

  3. If necessary, unlock and remove the HEPA filter (special accessory).

  4. Remove the motor protection filter.

  5. Fit the new motor protection filter.

  6. If necessary, insert the HEPA filter (special accessory) and click it into place.

  7. Turn the suction head by 180°.

  8. Insert and lock the dirt receptacle (including the main filter basket).

Readjusting the closure strap

  1. Unlock and remove the dirt receptacle (including the main filter basket).

  2. Readjust the closure strap so that the dirt receptacle (including the main filter basket) lies tightly against the suction head.


  3. Insert and lock the dirt receptacle (including the main filter basket).

Troubleshooting guide

DANGER

Danger of electric shock

Injuries due to touching live parts

Switch off the device.

Remove the battery pack.

Note

The device must be switched off immediately if a malfunction occurs (e.g. filter breakage). The malfunction must be eliminated before switching the device on again.

  • The device stops during operation 

  • Suction power decreases 

  • Escaping dust when vacuuming 

  • No or insufficient suction performance 

  • Device not running 

The device stops during operation

Cause:

The motor thermo-protector has triggered

Remedy:

  1. Changing the fleece filter bag.

  2. Replace the motor protection filter.

  3. Check all parts for clogging.

  4. Switch on the device.

Suction power decreases

Remedy:

  1. Changing the fleece filter bag.

  2. Clean the main filter basket under running water and dry.

  3. Correctly position/lock the dirt receptacle (including the main filter basket), readjust the closure strap if necessary.

Escaping dust when vacuuming

Remedy:

  1. Change the faulty fleece filter bag.

  2. Check the fit of the fleece filter bag.

  3. Correctly position/lock the dirt receptacle (including the main filter basket), readjust the closure strap if necessary.

  4. Insert the undamaged main filter basket.

  5. Insert the motor protection filter correctly.

No or insufficient suction performance

Remedy:

  1. Remove any blockages from the suction nozzle, suction pipe or suction hose.

  2. Replace the defective suction hose.

  3. Changing the fleece filter bag.

  4. Correctly position/lock the dirt receptacle (including the main filter basket), readjust the closure strap if necessary.

  5. Clean the main filter basket under running water and dry.

  6. Insert the undamaged main filter basket.

  7. Replace the motor protection filter.

Device not running

Remedy:

  1. Switch on the device.

  2. Allow the overheated board to cool down.

  3. Charge the battery pack.

  4. Insert the battery pack.

Customer Service department

If the malfunction cannot be corrected, the device must be checked by the Customer Service department.

  • The device stops during operation 

  • Suction power decreases 

  • Escaping dust when vacuuming 

  • No or insufficient suction performance 

  • Device not running 

The device stops during operation

Cause:

The motor thermo-protector has triggered

Remedy:

  1. Changing the fleece filter bag.

  2. Replace the motor protection filter.

  3. Check all parts for clogging.

  4. Switch on the device.

Suction power decreases

Remedy:

  1. Changing the fleece filter bag.

  2. Clean the main filter basket under running water and dry.

  3. Correctly position/lock the dirt receptacle (including the main filter basket), readjust the closure strap if necessary.

Escaping dust when vacuuming

Remedy:

  1. Change the faulty fleece filter bag.

  2. Check the fit of the fleece filter bag.

  3. Correctly position/lock the dirt receptacle (including the main filter basket), readjust the closure strap if necessary.

  4. Insert the undamaged main filter basket.

  5. Insert the motor protection filter correctly.

No or insufficient suction performance

Remedy:

  1. Remove any blockages from the suction nozzle, suction pipe or suction hose.

  2. Replace the defective suction hose.

  3. Changing the fleece filter bag.

  4. Correctly position/lock the dirt receptacle (including the main filter basket), readjust the closure strap if necessary.

  5. Clean the main filter basket under running water and dry.

  6. Insert the undamaged main filter basket.

  7. Replace the motor protection filter.

Device not running

Remedy:

  1. Switch on the device.

  2. Allow the overheated board to cool down.

  3. Charge the battery pack.

  4. Insert the battery pack.

Warranty

The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing defect is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorised customer service site.

(See overleaf for the address)

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.

Spare parts list

Only use KÄRCHER original battery packs, not non-rechargeable batteries.

Description
Order number, spare part
Item No., unpacked
Battery pack Battery Power+ 36/75
2.445-043.0
6.445-059.0
Battery pack Battery Power+ 36/60
2.042-022.0
6.445-085.0
Battery pack Battery Power 36/50
2.445-031.0
6.445-039.0
Quick charger Battery Power+ 36/60 (EU)
2.445-045.0
6.445-063.0
Quick charger Battery Power+ 36/60 (GB)
2.445-047.0
6.445-065.0
Quick charger Battery Power+ 36/60 (AU)
2.445-051.0
6.445-069.0

Declaration of Conformity

EU Declaration of Conformity

We hereby declare that the machine described below complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements in the EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version placed in circulation by us. This declaration is invalidated by any changes made to the machine that are not approved by us.

Product: Dry vacuum cleaner

Type: 1.394-xxx

Currently applicable EU Directives

2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)

2011/65/EU

2014/30/EU

Harmonised standards used

EN IEC 63000: 2018

EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN 60312-1: 2017

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-69

EN 62233: 2008

National standards used

-

The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.


Documentation supervisor:

S. Reiser

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 - 40

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Ph.: +49 7195 14-0

Fax: +49 7195 14-2212

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

Declaration of Conformity (UK)

We hereby declare that the product described below complies with the relevant provisions of the following UK Regulations, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version put into circulation by us. This declaration shall cease to be valid if the product is modified without our prior approval.

Product: Dry vacuum cleaner

Type: 1.394-xxx

Currently applicable UK Regulations

S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended)

S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended)

S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended)

Designated standards used

EN IEC 63000: 2018

EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN 60312-1: 2017

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-69

EN 62233: 2008

National standards used

-

The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.


Documentation supervisor:

S. Reiser

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 - 40

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Ph.: +49 7195 14-0

Fax: +49 7195 14-2212

Winnenden, 2020/10/01

Technical data

  

Electrical connection
Battery pack nominal voltage
36 DC V
Protection class
III
Nominal power
500 W
Maximum power
500 W
Device performance data
Tank content
5 l
Air quantity (max.)
40 l/s
Vacuum (max.)
22,3 (223) kPa (mbar)
Operating time at full battery charge - Battery Power 36/50 battery pack
19/Eco: 43 Minutes
Operating time at full battery charge - Battery Power+ 36/60 battery pack
22/Eco: 50 Minutes
Operating time at full battery charge - Battery Power+ 36/75 battery pack
30/Eco: 64 Minutes
Dimensions and weights
Typical operating weight
5,0 kg
Length x width x height
220 x 320 x 510 mm
Diameter of the suction hose
35 mm
Length of the suction hose
1,0 m
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
0/+40 °C
Determined values in acc. with EN 60335-2-69
Sound pressure level LpA
65 dB(A)
Uncertainty KpA
2 dB(A)
Hand-arm vibration value
<2,5 m/s2
Uncertainty K
0,2 m/s2
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