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. Boost function LED indicator light
2. Battery/battery error message LED indicator light
3. Floor nozzle fault LED indicator light
4. Suction duct fault LED indicator light
5. Dust sensor fault LED indicator light
6. Dust sensor LED indicator light
7. * HEPA-Filter
8. Boost function button (increases the suction performance)/HEPA filter cover
9. On/Off switch with locking lever
10. Handle
11. Replaceable battery
12. Battery unlocking button
13. Air inlet filter
14. Dust container cover flap
15. Dust container
16. Dust container cover flap unlocking button
17. Dust container suction fitting
18. Motor-driven electric brush with universal brush roll and LED light
19. Suction pipe
20. Charger
21. Wall bracket with charging function
22. ** Crevice nozzle
23. ** 2-in-1 upholstery nozzle
24. ** Air inlet filter (2x)
25. ** Filter cleaning tool
26. ** Mini turbo nozzle
27. ** 2-in-1 furniture brush
28. ** Large upholstery nozzle
29. ** LED crevice nozzle
30. ** Extension hose
31. ** Flexible crevice nozzle
32. ** Removable battery (2x)
33. ** Soft brush
34. ** Free-standing parking station
35. ** Soft motorized brush (hard floor nozzle)

* EN 1822:1998

** optional

The scope of delivery includes either a wall bracket or a free-standing parking station with charging function for correct storage of the vacuum cleaner and accessories.

• Installing the wall bracket

    

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• Installing the free-standing parking station

    

1. Assemble the base, connecting tube and bracket so that they audibly click into place.

2. Place the unit in the support.

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

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1. Charge the battery with the device.

   • To charge the device, attach it to the wall bracket with charging function included in the scope of delivery.

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2. Charge the battery separately.

   • Place the battery on a flat and safe surface to charge it.

     ATTENTION

     Material damage due to incorrect battery storage

     Incorrect storage during charging can result in the battery e.g. falling down or damaging heat-sensitive surfaces.

     Make sure charging of the separate battery takes place on a flat, smooth and heat-insensitive surface.Furthermore, the battery should not be covered with objects (e.g. fabrics or papers) while it is being charged.

3. Plug the charger into a socket.

   Insert the connecting plug into the charging socket of the wall bracket / battery.

   Depending on the battery status, the 3 LED indicator lights flash or light up green during the charging process.

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4. When the device is fully charged, all 3 LED indicator lights light up continuously green for 2 minutes and then go out.

   Remove the charger from the socket/charging cable from the battery charging socket and socket.

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5. Remove the device from the wall bracket or insert the battery into the device, see chapter Inserting the battery

The device is ready for use.

1. Press the unlocking button.

2. Remove the battery from the device.

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The LEDs on the head of the device and on the battery indicate information about the battery status, boost mode and error messages.

The charging state of the battery is indicated by the 3 green LEDs on the device as well as by the 3 green LEDs on the battery.

See figure A on the graphics page and chapterDescription of the unit

The charging progress of the battery is indicated by the 3 green LEDs on the device as well as by the 3 green LEDs on the battery. The LEDs only light 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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   Note

   The LED strip on the device indicates the strength of the dust intake. The higher the dust intake, the greater the area of the LED display will be illuminated.

   Approx. 10 % of the LED strip is continuously lit even when no vacuuming is being performed.

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3. If necessary, press the Boost button to manually 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. Depending on the scope of delivery, attach the unit to the wall bracket or to the free-standing parking station with charging function.

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7. Storage of the accessories is to be carried out in accordance with the scope of delivery.

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8. Charge the unit with battery or charge the battery only, 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.

The battery pack display shows the current charging state during storage.

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

Cleaning the air inlet filter manually

1. Switch off the device.

2. 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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• 1. Reinsert the fully dried air inlet filter.

  2. Check for correct seating.

Cleaning the air inlet filter with a filter cleaning tool

1. Switch off the device.

2. 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.

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

  2. Remove the new air inlet filter from the packaging and insert it into the dust container.

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

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  4. 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.

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

1. Switch off the device.

2. Remove the cyclone filter and air inlet filter.

   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 Cleaning the air inlet filter

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

1. Switch off the device.

2. Cleaning the HEPA filter.

   1. Pull the HEPA filter cover with the HEPA filter out of the device.

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   ATTENTION

   Short circuit hazard

   Power supply cables or contacts are located in the cover of the HEPA filter.

   Before cleaning with water, remove the cover of the HEPA filter so that the cables or contacts do not get wet.

3. Carefully knock off the HEPA filter or if it is very dirty:

   1. Unscrew/remove the cover of the HEPA filter.

   2. Clean the HEPA filter under running water. Do not rub or brush off.

   3. Then let the HEPA filter dry completely.

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   4. Fasten/screw on the HEPA filter cover.

      ATTENTION

      Health risk

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

      Make sure that the HEPA filter / air inlet filter is completely dry on installation.

4. Insert the dry HEPA filter into the device.

   Note

   The HEPA filter only needs to be inserted into the device, a magnet allows the HEPA filter to snap into place automatically.

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5. Replacing the HEPA filter

   1. Pull the HEPA filter cover with the HEPA filter out of the device.

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   2. Unscrew/pull off the cover of the HEPA filter and dispose of the used filter.

   3. Attach/screw on the new HEPA filter cover.

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6. Insert the HEPA filter into the device.

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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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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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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 

• The LED indicator lamp for the suction duct and/or floor nozzle and/or dust sensor flashes red 

• 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:

Blockage in the suction duct due to bulky objects/particles.

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:

Dust sensor fault.

Remedy:

• Switch the device off and on again.

Cause:

Blockage in the floor nozzle due to bulky objects/particles.

Remedy:

• Remove the clog with a suitable aid.

Cause:

Brush roll has got caught in long carpet fringes.

Remedy:

• Wear the device to separate the floor nozzle from the carpet.

Cause:

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

Remedy:

• Remove the clog with a suitable aid.