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

Keep these original operating instructions for future reference or for future owners.

You will find a QR^® code to call up the online operating instructions in:

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• The unit is designed as a suction and charging station for use with the KÄRCHER RCV 5 cleaning robot.

• This device has been developed for use in private households and is not intended for the load imposed by commercial use.

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 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 unit functions as a charging and suction station for the RCV 5 cleaning robot.

As a charging station, the functionality is identical to the charging station supplied with the cleaning robot.

In addition, the station is used for suction. Suction starts when the cleaning robot has completed its cleaning task. However, suction can also be started manually. During the suction process, a flap in the dust container of the cleaning robot is opened by the vacuum created and the dirt is transported into the filter bag of the station.

The process can also be started manually.

Suction can only take place under the following conditions:

• The cleaning robot is in the station.

• A filter bag is suspended in the station.

• The inserted filter bag is not full.

• The station cover is closed.

Before the cleaning robot can be used with the suction station, the dirt receptacle cover on the underside of the robot must be replaced.

Then insert the new dust container supplied, which contains the suction openings. The old dirt receptacle cannot be emptied by the suction station because it does not have the required openings.

1. Press any button.

   The cleaning robot stops.

2. Remove the dust container (see RCV 5 operating instructions).

3. ATTENTION

   Risk of damage

   Damage to the LiDARS possible.

   To prevent damage, do not place the device directly upside down. Use the cardboard insert of the cleaning robot packaging.

   Turn the cleaning robot over and place it stably in the cardboard insert of the cleaning robot.

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4. Press in with your hands at both marked points until the adhesive bonding of the cover is released.

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5. Turn the cleaning robot over and take out the old cover.

6. Remove the protective film from the adhesive strip of the new cover.

7. Insert the new cover with the openings, with the adhesive strip facing downwards, and press firmly.

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8. Insert the new dust container supplied (see RCV 5 operating instructions).

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1. Press the cable management system into the openings provided on the back of the device until it audibly latches into place and secure the cable to it if necessary.

• Select the location so that the cleaning robot can easily reach the charging station.

• Ensure a distance of at least 0.5 m to the left and right of the charging station and a distance of at least 1.5 m in front of the charging station.

• The location must not be exposed to direct sunlight.

1. Set up the charging station.

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2. Plug the device plug into the cable holder on the rear of the station.

3. Wrap the mains cable around the cable management system and guide it through the duct.

4. Connect the mains plug.

1. Place the cleaning robot in the charging station.

   A new button with the "charging station" symbol appears in the app.

   Note

   If the new button with the "charging station" symbol does not appear in the app, a firmware update must be carried out via the app. After the firmware update, the cleaning schedules must be recreated.

As long as the cleaning robot is in the charging station, the button with the "charging station" symbol is shown in black in the app and can be pressed to start the suction process.

If the cleaning robot is carrying out a cleaning or creating a map, the button with the "charging station" symbol is greyed out in the app and cannot be pressed.

By default, the suction of the cleaning robot takes place automatically, but can also be started manually if required.

1. For manual suction, the cleaning robot must first be in the charging station.

2. Press and hold the "Return to charging station" button on the cleaning robot for 3 seconds or press the button with the "charging station" icon in the app until the suction starts.

1. Open the cover.

2. Pull the full dust bag upwards by the flap to remove the bag. This closes the opening of the dust bag.

3. If necessary, clean the interior and the motor protection filter of the station.

4. Unfold the new dust bag and push it into the support from above.

5. Close the cover again.

6. Clean the filter of the dust container (see RCV 5 operating instructions).

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.

• Battery does not charge 

• The cleaning robot is not returning to the charging station 

• Suction does not start or does not work properly 

• Cleaning robot picks up less dirt 

Cause:

Charging contacts dirty.

Remedy:

1. Wipe the charging contacts on both the charging station and the cleaning robot with a dry cloth.

Cause:

Ambient temperature below 0 °C or above 35 °C.

Remedy:

1. Use the cleaning robot at temperatures above 0 °C and below 35 °C.

Cause:

Station is not plugged in.

Remedy:

1. Plug in the power cable of the station.

Cause:

Battery is discharged.

Remedy:

1. Manually place the cleaning robot on the charging station and let it charge completely.

Cause:

The cleaning robot is too far away from the charging station.

Remedy:

1. Move the cleaning robot closer to the charging station.

2. Manually place the cleaning robot on the charging station.

Cause:

Not enough space around the charging station.

Remedy:

1. Ensure that there is sufficient space around the charging station, see chapter Setting up the station.

Cause:

There are too many obstacles around the charging station.

Remedy:

1. Place the charging station in a more open area, see chapter Setting up the station.

Cause:

The cleaning robot remaps its environment when it has been moved over a longer distance.

Remedy:

1. Manually place the cleaning robot on the charging station.

Cause:

The cleaning robot was not started from the charging station. In this case, it only returns to the place from which it was started.

Remedy:

1. Manually place the cleaning robot on the charging station.

Cause:

Station is not plugged in.

Remedy:

1. Plug in the power cable of the station.

Cause:

Cleaning robot not correctly on station.

Remedy:

1. Place the cleaning robot on the station manually.

Cause:

Dust bag full.

The LED indicator lights up red and a warning is displayed in the app.

Remedy:

1. Change the dust bag (see chapter Changing the dust bag).

Cause:

Dust bag not present or inserted incorrectly.

Remedy:

1. Insert the dust bag or check that the bag is fitted correctly.

Cause:

The cover of the suction station is open.

Remedy:

1. Close the cover of the station completely.

Cause:

Dirt on the exhaust air flap in the dust container.

Remedy:

1. Remove and clean the dust container.

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1. Insert a flat screwdriver into the side opening of the cable management system and release the hook.

2. Take the cable management system off the device.

The warranty conditions issued by our sales company responsible apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your device 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.

You can find more detailed information at: www.kaercher.com/dealersearch