Read these safety instructions and the original instructions before using the device for the first time. Act in accordance with them. Keep the two booklets for future reference or for future owners.

• In addition to the notes in the operating instructions, you also need to take into consideration the general safety regulations and accident prevention guidelines applicable by law.

• Warnings and information notices attached to the device provide important information for hazard-free operation.

• The battery/battery pack is either permanently installed or removable, depending on the device type. Permanently installed batteries/battery packs must not be replaced. Please refer to the operating instructions of the device to find out what applies to your device.

A battery consists of a single storage element, whereas a battery pack consists of interconnected storage elements.

In the following chapters, both terms are used synonymously.

(Depending on the charger)

	Protect the device from moisture. Store the device in a dry place. Do not subject the device to rain. The device is only suitable for indoor use.
	The device has a built-in fuse. The value (X) in amperes can be found on the respective charger.
	The device meets the requirements of protection class II.

(Depending on device/battery type)

	Do not throw the battery into water.
	Do not throw the battery into fire.
	Do not charge defective battery packs.
	Only use the battery pack with the approved chargers. Information on which type of charger/adapter is to be used can be found on the type plate of the charger supplied and/or in the technical data in the operating instructions for the device.

The lithium-ion battery is subject to the requirements of dangerous goods regulations.

The battery pack can be transported by the user in public traffic areas without any further restrictions.

When shipping by third parties (transport companies), special requirements for packaging and labelling must be observed.

Do not use the battery pack if the casing is damaged.

Tape off open contacts.

Pack the battery tightly and securely. The battery pack must not be able to move in the packaging.

Observe the national regulations.

• Only use the device in private households.

• The device is intended exclusively for cleaning dry surfaces

• The following are not in accordance with the intended use:

  • Cleaning people, animals, plants or clothing on the body.

  • Soaking up water or other fluids.

  • Extraction of glowing ashes, coal, cigarettes or other flammable or easily inflammable substances.

  • Use in the vicinity of explosive or highly flammable substances.

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 fault-free and safely.

Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at www.kaercher.com.

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".

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 dealer.

The scope of delivery of the unit (dependent on model) is shown on the packaging. These operating instructions describe all possible options.

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1. Battery/error message LED indicator light
2. Unlocking buttons for removing the exhaust air foam filter
3. Exhaust air foam filter cover
4. Boost function button (increase suction performance)
5. On/Off switch with locking lever
6. Handle
7. Replaceable battery
8. Battery unlocking button
9. Unlocking button for removing the dust container removal
10. Air inlet filter
11. Dust container flap
12. Removable dust container
13. Dust container cover flap unlocking button
14. Dust container suction fitting
15. Motorized electric brush with universal brush roller
16. Suction pipe
17. Crevice nozzle
18. Wall bracket
19. Charger
20. ** 2-in-1 upholstery nozzle
21. ** Flexible extension hose
22. ** Flexible crevice nozzle
23. ** Large upholstery nozzle
24. ** 2-in-1 furniture brush
25. ** Mini turbo brush
26. ** Soft brush
27. ** LED crevice nozzle
28. ** Air inlet filter
29. ** Filter cleaning tool
30. ** Soft motorized brush (hard floor nozzle)

** optional

The scope of delivery includes a wall bracket as well as screws and dowels for tidy storage of the vacuum cleaner.

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• Push the suction pipe on to the suction fitting of the dust container until it audibly clicks into place.

• Press the unlocking button and remove the suction pipe from the suction fitting.

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• Push the floor nozzle on to the suction pipe until it audibly clicks into place.

• Press the unlocking button and remove the floor nozzle from the suction pipe.

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• Push the accessory, such as the crevice nozzle, on to the suction fitting of the dust container or suction pipe until it audibly clicks into place.

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1. To charge the device, attach it to the wall bracket included in the scope of delivery.

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2. Plug the charger into a socket.

   Insert the connecting plug into the charging socket of the device.

   The LED indicator light flashes green during the charging process.

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3. When the device is fully charged, the LED indicator light lights up continuously green for 2 min. and then goes out.

   Remove the charger from the power socket and charging socket.

   Remove the device from the wall bracket.

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The device is ready for use.

The LED on the head of the device shows information on the charging state of the battery and error messages.

The progress of charging the battery can be read from the green LED. The LED only lights up when the battery is correctly installed.

To change accessories, see chapter Installing accessories

1. Install the required accessories, see chapter Installing accessories.

2. Switch on the device, depending on cleaning requirements:

   • Press the On/Off switch and keep it pressed during operation.

   or

   • Turn the locking lever to switch the device directly to continuous operation.

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3. If necessary, press the Boost button to increase the dust intake.

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   Note

   When the device is switched off, the boost function is automatically disabled.

   The boost function can also be switched off by pressing the Boost button again.

1. Switch off the device.

   Release the On/Off switch or disable the locking lever.

   Note

   To ensure an optimum suction performance, empty the dust container and clean the air inlet filter after each use.

   Empty the dust container at the latest when the "MAX" marking is reached.

2. Remove the suction pipe or accessory.

3. Empty the dust container into a waste container.

   1. Press the unlocking button.

      The dust container flap opens.

   2. Empty the dust container.

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4. To close the flap, push the dust container upwards until it clicks into place.

5. Clean the air inlet filter, see chapter Cleaning the air inlet filter

6. Attach the device to the wall bracket.

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7. Charge the device, see chapter Battery charging.

• Which accessories are included in the scope of delivery is shown on the device packaging.

• Accessories not included in the packaging can be purchased in a KÄRCHER specialist shop or from www.kaercher.com.

• Test the accessory at an inconspicuous point before using it in a sensitive area.

• Follow the manufacturer's cleaning instructions.

• Connect the motor-driven electric nozzle to the suction pipe or the hand-held device.

• Also connect the other accessory parts, such as crevice nozzle, to the hand-held device or push it directly onto the suction pipe to increase the reach.

Ideal for hard floors and carpets.

The motor-driven multi-function brush removes dirt stuck between the carpet fibres particularly effectively.

The frame with the surrounding bristles can be taken off pressing the unlocking button.

• The soft brush is suitable for furniture with hard surfaces

• The wide brush is used to clean upholstered furniture, curtains, etc.

For edges, joints, heaters and areas that are difficult to reach.

The soft brush has particularly soft bristles for cleaning sensitive surfaces such as keyboards, lamps, etc.

The flexible crevice nozzle increases the reach. For cleaning hard-to-reach places, such as between the car seats.

Due to the extension and flexibility, hard-to-reach areas such as in the car can be reached and cleaned.

For cleaning textile surfaces such as sofas, armchairs, mattresses, car seats, etc.

For gentle cleaning of sofas and delicate furniture. Depending on requirements, the accessory can be used as a furniture or upholstery nozzle by pressing the button.

Ensures efficient removal of pet hair and dust particles from upholstered furniture, mattresses or other soft surfaces. The rotating round brush picks up even the finest hairs.

For cleaning corners and hard-to-reach areas. Thanks to the lights, even the finest dust in dark gaps becomes visible.

For hard floors and sensitive wooden floors. Extracts coarse and fine dirt simultaneously.

The battery has been tested in accordance with the relevant rules for international transport, and can be transported / shipped.

• Clean the device and plastic accessory parts with a commonly available plastic cleaner.

1. Switch off the device.

2. Manually cleaning the air inlet filter.

   1. Pull the soiled air inlet filter down at the filter stick, carefully beat it and clean it with a damp cloth or running water.

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   2. Reinsert the fully dried air inlet filter.

   3. Check for correct seating.

3. Cleaning the air inlet filter with a filter cleaning tool.

   Note

   A new air inlet filter must be installed in the dust container during filter cleaning.

   1. Push the filter cleaning tool on to the suction pipe branch and pull the air inlet filter out of the device using the filter stick.

   2. Open the filter cleaning tool and push the dirty air inlet filter into the filter cleaning tool.

   3. Insert a new air inlet filter into the dust container.

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   4. Switch on the device and let it run in boost mode while turning the side cover.

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   5. Remove the cleaned air inlet filter from the filter cleaning tool and reinsert it in the dust container after removing the new air inlet filter.

   6. Check that the air inlet filter is correctly seated.

1. Switch off the device.

2. Press the unlocking button for the dust container and remove the dust container from the hand-held device.

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   ATTENTION

   Device damage

   If the device is turned 180 degrees for filter cleaning, fine dust can fall into the motor area and damage the device.

   Always hold the device downwards for filter cleaning.

   1. Remove the cyclone filter from the dust container by turning it anticlockwise.

   2. Remove the cyclone filter from the dust container and take the air inlet filter out of the cyclone filter.

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      ATTENTION

      Short circuit hazard

      There are cables or contacts in the dust container for the power supply.

      Make sure that the cables or contacts do not get wet when cleaning.

3. Clean the dust container with a soft brush or a slightly damp cloth. The cyclone filter can be cleaned under running water.

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4. Clean the air inlet filter, see chapter (→)

5. Re-insert the dry dust container and cyclone filter with air inlet filter into the device and close the flap.

6. Attach the dust container to the handheld device.

   1. Hold the dust container at an angle against the handheld device while holding the top on the hook of the handheld device.

   2. Push the dust container upwards until the hook on the handheld device engages in the slot in the dust container.

   3. The dust container must audibly click into place.

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1. Switch off the device.

2. Clean the exhaust air foam filter.

   1. Press both side unlocking buttons at the same time and remove the cover with the exhaust air foam filter.

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   ATTENTION

   Short circuit hazard

   Power supply cables or contacts are located in the cover of the exhaust air foam filter.

   Before cleaning with water, remove the cover from the exhaust air foam filter so that the cables or contacts do not get wet.

3. Carefully tap off the exhaust air foam filter or if it is heavily soiled:

   1. Pull off the cover of the exhaust air foam filter.

   2. Clean the exhaust air foam filter under running water. Do not rub or brush off.

      ATTENTION

      Health risk

      Exhaust air foam filters that are not completely dry when installed in the device can be a breeding ground for spores and mould.

      Make sure that the exhaust air foam filter is completely dry on installation.

   3. Then allow the exhaust air foam filter to dry completely.

   4. Fasten the cover to the exhaust air foam filter.

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   5. Insert the exhaust air foam filter into the device until it latches into place.

   6. Press the cover down in the middle to ensure that the cover sits correctly on the device.

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4. Replace the exhaust air foam filter.

   1. Press both side unlocking buttons at the same time and remove the exhaust air foam filter.

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   2. Remove the cover of the exhaust air foam filter and dispose of the used filter.

   3. Fasten the new exhaust air foam filter to the cover.

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   4. Insert the exhaust air foam filter into the device until it latches into place.

   5. Press the cover down in the middle to ensure that the cover sits correctly on the device.

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1. Switch off the device.

2. Remove accessories.

3. ATTENTION

   Short circuit hazard

   The multi-function brush contains electrical components.

   You must not immerse the multi-function brush in water or clean it with a damp cloth.

   Clean the multi-function brush.

   1. Unlock the brush roll cover / support with a coin or other object and remove it.

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   2. Remove the brush roll from the brush opening in the direction of the arrow.

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   3. Remove the dirt e.g. with a brush. Any tangled threads or hairs can be carefully cut off with scissors.

   4. Carefully clean the brush opening with a cloth or soft brush.

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   5. Insert the brush roll into the brush opening.

   6. Lock the brush roll with a coin or other object.

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1. Switch off the device.

2. Remove accessories.

3. ATTENTION

   Short circuit hazard

   The mini turbo nozzle contains electrical components.

   Do not immerse the mini turbo nozzle in water or clean it with water.

   Clean the mini turbo nozzle.

   1. Press down the brush roller cover and remove the brush roller.

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   2. Remove residue, e.g. with a brush. Any tangled threads or hairs can be carefully cut off with scissors.

   3. Carefully clean the brush opening with a cloth or soft brush.

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   4. Diagonally insert the brush roller fully into the brush opening, pressing upwards until the cover has clicked into place.

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Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can remedy yourself using the following overview. When in doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned here, please contact your authorised Customer Service.

• The device does not start up 

• The device does not start up 

• The device does not start up 

• The battery is not charging 

• The device stops during operation or the suction performance is poor 

• Abnormal engine noise 

Cause:

Battery is empty.

Remedy:

• Charge the rechargeable battery.

Cause:

Battery is not inserted correctly.

Remedy:

• Push the battery into the mount until it locks into place.

Cause:

Battery is defective.

Remedy:

• Replace the battery.

Cause:

The charging plug/mains plug is not connected correctly.

Remedy:

• Connect the charging plug/mains plug correctly.

Cause:

The socket is defective.

Remedy:

• Check that the socket is working.

Cause:

The wrong charger is being used

Remedy:

• Check that the correct charger is being used.

Cause:

The battery has overheated.

Remedy:

• Stop work and wait until the battery temperature is back in the normal range.

Cause:

The accessories, the suction opening on the dust container or the suction pipes are clogged.

Remedy:

• Remove the clog with a suitable aid.

Cause:

The dust container is full.

Remedy:

• Empty the dust container.

Cause:

The filters are soiled.

Remedy:

• Clean the filters, see chapter Care and service.

Cause:

Roller brush is blocked.

Remedy:

• Remove any blockage.

Cause:

The accessories, the suction opening on the dust container or the suction pipes are clogged.

Remedy:

• Remove the clog with a suitable aid.

1. Press the unlocking button.

2. Remove the battery from the device.

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1. Push the battery into the mounting in the device until it audibly latches into place.

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