Read these original instructions before using your device for the first time, adhere to the instructions contained therein and store them for later reference or subsequent owners.

• Be sure to read the safety instructions no. 5.956-249.0 prior to the initial startup.

• 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.

The device is intended for:

• Wet and dry cleaning of floor and wall surfaces

• Vacuuming of moist or liquid substances

• Vacuuming dry, non-flammable dusts from machines

• Industrial usee.g. in storage and production areas

• Commercial use, e.g. in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices, and rental companies.

Any other use constitutes improper use.

The device is not approved for crane loading.

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental regulations.

Electrical and electronic devices 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 danger to human health and the environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the device. Devices marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together with the household rubbish.

Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.de/REACH

Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They ensure that the appliance will run safely and fault-free.

Information on accessories and spare parts can be found in the Service area at www.kaercher.com.

Please note:

• No accessories are included in the scope of delivery. The accessories must be ordered separately depending on the application.

• The correct function of the device is only guaranteed by the prescribed nominal width of the suction hose (see chapter Technical data).

• Spare parts and accessories are available from your dealer or from your KÄRCHER branch.

Check the contents for completeness when unpacking. In the event of shipping damage, please notify your dealer.

1. Bring the device into the working position.

2. Secure the device with the parking brakes.

3. Ensure that the suction head is fitted correctly.

4. Insert the suction hose (not included in the scope of delivery) into the suction connection.

5. Check the filling level in the dirt receptacle (see chapter Check the dirt receptacle filling level).

6. Empty the dirt receptacle if necessary (see chapter Emptying the dirt receptacle).

7. Fit the dust bag before vacuuming dry (see chapter Dry vacuuming)

8. Attach the desired accessories (not included in the scope of delivery) to the suction hose.

The dirt receptacle must be emptied when filled to the lower edge of the suction hose port on the dirt receptacle. The device does not switch off automatically if the maximum filling level is exceeded.

1. Check the dirt receptacle filling level regularly.

1. Allow the wet filter to dry completely or replace it with a dry filter before using the device for dry vacuuming.

2. Replace the filter if necessary.

1. Secure the device with the parking brakes.

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2. Pull the bow handle up.

   The dirt receptacle is unlocked and lowered.

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3. Pull the dirt receptacle out of the device by the bow handle.

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4. Fit the dust bag in the dirt receptacle and carefully position it against the container wall and the container floor.

5. Fold the edge of the dust bag over the edge of the dirt receptacle to the outside.

WARNING

Improper handling when locking the dirt receptacle

Risk of crushing

Under no circumstances should you hold your hands between the dirt receptacle and filter ring or allow them to come close to the lifting mechanism while locking it.

Lock the dirt receptacle by operating the bow handle with both hands.

6. Fit the dirt receptacle and lock it with the bow handle.

1. Remove the dust bag before wet vacuum cleaning (see chapter Removing the dust bag).

1. Secure the device with the parking brakes.

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2. Pull the bow handle up.

   The dirt receptacle is unlocked and lowered.

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3. Pull the dirt receptacle out of the device by the bow handle.

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4. Turn up the dust bag.

5. Seal the dust bag tightly with the cable tie.

6. Remove the dust bag.

7. Dispose of the dust bag in accordance with statutory regulations.

WARNING

Improper handling when locking the dirt receptacle

Risk of crushing

Under no circumstances should you hold your hands between the dirt receptacle and filter ring or allow them to come close to the lifting mechanism while locking it.

Lock the dirt receptacle by operating the bow handle with both hands.

8. Fit the dirt receptacle and lock it with the bow handle.

1. Dry the filter.

2. Clean the dirt receptacle with a moist cloth and dry it off.

1. Plug the mains plug into the socket.

2. Switch on the device via the suction turbine power switches.

   Note

   Select the required suction power via the suction turbine power switch, starting with suction turbine 1. Always switch the suction turbines on and off one after the other.

3. Start the vacuuming process.

Clean the star pleated filter at regular intervals.

1. Switch off the device.

2. If dry suction material has been extracted, move the filter cleaning lever back and forth at least 5 times.

1. Switch off the device via the suction turbine power switches.

2. Pull out the mains plug.

The inlet opening or the suction hose are closed.

1. Switch on the device via the suction turbine power switches.

2. Dedust the main filter (see chapter Dedusting the main filter).

3. Switch off the device via the suction turbine power switches.

4. Secure the device with the parking brakes.

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5. Pull the bow handle up.

   The dirt receptacle is unlocked and lowered.

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6. Pull the dirt receptacle out of the device by the bow handle.

7. Empty the dirt receptacle. To do this, remove the dust bag if necessary (see Removing the dust bag).

   Note

   The dirt receptacle can be lifted by crane at the handle. The maximum load for transport by crane is 50 kg.

   CAUTION

   Exceeding the permissible total weight

   Risk of injury and damage

   Observe the total weight of the dirt receptacle when transporting it by crane.

   Do not overload the receptacle.

   Observe the valid instructions for crane operation.

WARNING

Improper handling when locking the dirt receptacle

Risk of crushing

Under no circumstances should you hold your hands between the dirt receptacle and filter ring or allow them to come close to the lifting mechanism while locking it.

Lock the dirt receptacle by operating the bow handle with both hands.

8. Fit the dirt receptacle and lock it with the bow handle.

1. Vacuum the inside and outside of the device and clean with a moist cloth.

   A vacuum cleaner with the same or better classification must be used for vacuuming the device.

2. If necessary, rinse the accessories (not included in the scope of delivery) with water and dry them.

1. Wind the mains cable onto the cable holders.

2. Store the device in a dry room and secure it against unauthorised use.

1. Release the parking brakes and push the device by the push handle.

2. Grasp the device by the chassis and the push handle for loading.

3. Secure the device against slipping and tipping over when transporting in vehicles.

1. Store the device indoors only.

Dust extraction machines are safety devices for the prevention or elimination of hazards according to the German BGV A1.

• For servicing performed by the user, the device must be disassembled, cleaned and maintained only to the degree that this is possible without presenting a danger to the maintenance personnel and other persons. Suitable precautionary measures include detoxification before disassembly. Make provisions for local forced ventilation at the location where the device is to be disassembled, for cleaning the maintenance surface and to ensure adequate protection for the personnel.

• The exterior of the device should be detoxified by vacuuming and wiped clean, or treated with sealant before being removed from the hazardous area. All unit parts must be regarded as contaminated when they are taken from the hazardous area. Suitable measures must be taken to prevent distribution of the dust.

• All contaminated objects resulting from maintenance and repair work that cannot be satisfactorily cleaned must be correctly disposed of. Such objects must be disposed of in sealed bags in accordance with the applicable regulations for the disposal of this type of waste.

• The suction hose ports are to be closed using the sealing plugs during transport and maintenance of the device.

1. Note that you can carry out simple maintenance and care work yourself.

2. Clean the surface of the device and the interior of the container regularly with a moist cloth.

Have the device regularly inspected according to the respective national accident prevention regulations. Maintenance work as specified by the manufacturer must be performed by a technically qualified person at the specified regular intervals and in accordance with the applicable regulations and safety requirements. Work on electrical components may only be performed by a qualified electrician. Please contact a KÄRCHER branch office if you have any questions.

1. Switch off the device.

2. Pull out the mains plug.

3. Unlock and remove the suction head.

4. Unlock and remove the spacer.

5. Remove the contaminated star pleated filter.

6. Immediately after removing the contaminated star pleated filter from the unit, place it in a bag and seal the bag tightly.

7. Dispose of the contaminated star pleated filter according to legal requirements.

8. Remove any dirt deposits from the clean air side.

9. Check the sealing ring for damage.

10. Insert the new star pleated filter:

    1. Pull the new star pleated filter over the filter vibrator on the spacer such that the vibrating elements are aligned centrally in the filter bags.

    2. Place the spacer with star pleated filter and filter vibrator on the filter ring.

    3. Lock the spacer.

11. Fit and lock the suction head.

1. Secure the device with the parking brakes.

2. Switch off the device at the power switches.

3. Pull out the mains plug.

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4. Unlock and remove the suction head.

5. Unscrew the hexagon screw anticlockwise using a suitable tool.

6. Remove the seals and the filter from the suction head.

7. Remove any dirt deposits from the clean air side.

8. Fit the new H filter in the reverse order. Make sure that the seals are correctly seated.

9. Apply a suitable agent (e.g. Loctite 243) to the thread of the hexagon screw to prevent unintentional loosening.

10. Tighten the hexagon screw clockwise.

11. Fit and lock the suction head.

1. Secure the device with the parking brakes.

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2. Pull the bow handle up.

   The dirt receptacle is unlocked and lowered.

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3. Pull the dirt receptacle out of the device by the bow handle.

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4. Turn up the dust bag.

5. Seal the dust bag tightly with the cable tie.

6. Remove the dust bag.

7. Dispose of the dust bag in accordance with statutory regulations.

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8. Insert the new dust bag in the dirt receptacle and carefully place it against the container wall and the container floor.

9. Fold the edge of the dust bag over the edge of the dirt receptacle to the outside.

WARNING

Improper handling when locking the dirt receptacle

Risk of crushing

Under no circumstances should you hold your hands between the dirt receptacle and filter ring or allow them to come close to the lifting mechanism while locking it.

Lock the dirt receptacle by operating the bow handle with both hands.

10. Fit the dirt receptacle and lock it with the bow handle.

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

• Suction turbine does not start up 

• Suction power decreases 

• Escaping dust when vacuuming 

Remedy:

1. Check the socket and the power supply fuse.

2. Check the mains cable and the mains plug of the device.

3. Switch the device on.

Remedy:

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

2. Replace the filled dust bag (see chapter Replace dust bag).

3. Check that the suction head and the dirt receptacle are correctly seated.

4. Dedust the main filter (see chapter Dedusting the main filter).

5. Check the seating of the filter and correct if necessary.

6. Replace the main filter (see chapter Replacing the main filter).

Remedy:

1. Check the seating of the filter and correct if necessary.

2. Dedust the main filter (see chapter Dedusting the main filter).

3. Replace the main filter (see chapter Replacing the main filter).

At the end of its service life, the device is to be disposed of in accordance with statutory regulations.

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 flaw is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorised customer service site.

Further information can be found at: www.kaercher.com/dealersearch

Further warranty information (if available) can be found in the service area of your local Kärcher website under "Downloads".

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

Product: Wet/dry vacuum cleaner

Type: 9.989-xxx

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

2014/30/EU

2011/65/EU

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-69

EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN IEC 61000-3-2: 2019

EN 61000-3-3: 2013 + A1: 2019

EN 61000-3-11: 2000

EN 62233: 2008

EN IEC 63000: 2018

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The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the Executive Board.

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Documentation supervisor:

A. Haag

Kärcher Industrial Vacuuming GmbH

Robert-Bosch-Straße 4-8

73550 Waldstetten (Germany)

Ph.: +49 7171 94888-0

Fax: +49 7171 94888-528

Waldstetten, 24/04/01

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

Product: Wet/dry vacuum cleaner

Type: 9.989-xxx

S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended)

S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended)

S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended)

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-69

EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN IEC 61000-3-2: 2019

EN 61000-3-3: 2013 + A1: 2019

EN 61000-3-11: 2000

EN 62233: 2008

EN IEC 63000: 2018

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The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the Executive Board.

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Documentation supervisor:

A. Haag

Kärcher Industrial Vacuuming GmbH

Robert-Bosch-Straße 4-8

73550 Waldstetten (Germany)

Ph.: +49 7171 94888-0

Fax: +49 7171 94888-528

Waldstetten, 24/04/01