SE 2001 - Wet and dry vacuum cleaner KARCHER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SE 2001 KARCHER

English Here is your new floor cleaner for carpets and hard surfaces A Filter level indicator: – shows when the paper bag is full B Suction turbine: ON/OFF switch C Spray pump: ON/OFF switch D Carrying handle E For storing accessories F Storing the mains cable G Replacing the hygienic microfilter H Cover latch I Locking knob: – open for access to dirt box J Filter shaker: – for cleaning flat-folding filter Accessories

Spraying and suction hose with handle Two suction tubes – 0.5 m long Spray-hex nozzle with adapter for hard surfaces Combination nozzle (carpet/hard surface)* Upholstery nozzle* Crevice nozzle* Paper filter bag Flat-folding filter – fitted inside cleaner Hygienic microfilter – fitted inside cleaner Attachment for wet/dry vacuuming* Spray ex hand nozzle for upholstery cleaning**

• not included in the delivery SE 2001 ** not included in the delivery SE 2001/SE 3001 Important information For your safety ■ Before using this apparatus for the first time please read and abide by the information contained in this handbook and the enclosed brochure concerning Safety Information 5.956-249! ■ In addition you should observe all information provided with the cleaning agents that are to be used. ■ The recommended cleaning agents should not be used undiluted. The products are operationally reliable as they contain no acids, alkaline solutions or substances harmful to the environment. We advise you to keep the cleaning agents in a place inaccessible to children. Eyes should be bathed thoroughly with water should the products come into contact with them, and a doctor should be consulted immediately if the products are swallowed. ■ When disposing of the dirty water and the detergent solution, the statutory regulations should be observed. Using the cleaner correctly This cleaner is intended for use as follows: – as a wet and dry vacuum cleaner for carpets and hard surfaces – in a domestic environment, such as at home, in a hobby workshop or for a car – in accordance with the explanatory details and safety information contained in these safety instructions. Using the cleaner in any other way is considered to be contrary to its intended purpose. The manufacturer will not be liable for any damages that occur as a result of improper usage. In such cases liability rests solely with the user. On behalf of the environment Do not throw the packaging materials away with your domestic rubbish. Take them to an appropriate collection point for recycling. Warranty The applicable warranty conditions in different countries are issued by the respective national distributor of KÄRCHER products. During the warranty period, any malfunctions of the cleaner caused by a material or manufacturing defect will be repaired free of charge. In the event of a warranty claim, please take the cleaner, with accessories and proof of purchase, to your original dealer, or to the nearest authorised customer service centre. If filter bags are used which are not original Kärcher filter bags, the manufacturer accepts no claims under the guarantee. Preparing the cleaner for use Release both locking knobs (turn clockwise), and lift motor housing off dirt box. Push both wheels onto their mountings until they snap into place. Push both swivel castors onto their mountings until they snap into place.

English Push the accessory holder into its mounting until it snaps into place. For dry vacuuming insert paper filter bag. Put the motor housing on the dirt box and lock it in place (turn the locking knobs counter-clockwise as far as possible). Connecting the accessories Insert spraying and suction hose, and press until it snaps into place. Connect coupling on spraying and suction hose, and press until it snaps into place. Attach required accessory to spraying and suction hose or to suction tubes. If necessary engage the catch. Note: The appropriate additional accessory to be fitted depends upon the actual cleaning task. Read the next section of these instructions for further information. How to use the cleaner ■ Dissolve half of the supplied test pack (or 1/ 2 the RM 519 measuring beaker) in 5 litres of water and pour this mixture into the detergent reservoir. Getting started

Empty dirt box Work without paper filter bag fitted Fit detergent reservoir Mount motor housing onto dirt box, and lock in place ■ Plug into mains socket ■ Switch on suction turbine ■ Switch on spray pump Attention: If the detergent reservoir is empty, switch off the spray pump (pump could become damaged). If you are not working with the pump, switch this off at the ON/OFF switch. ■ To spray detergent – press and hold button on handle. Wet cleaning Carpets/Hard surfaces (Spraying on cleaning agents and vacuuming them off in one continuous process) Attention: Do not clean parquet floors in this way (moisture can penetrate the material and damage the floor). Accessories required – Spraying and suction hose with handle – Suction tubes (e.g. for cleaning the floor) – Spray-hex nozzle without hard-surface adapter for carpets – Spray-hex nozzle with hard-surface adapter for hard surfaces. ■ Place spray-hex nozzle on floor, and draw backwards along surface to be cleaned. Tiles are best cleaned diagonally across the joints. Mixing a detergent solution Attention: Avoid any damage to health or property by observing all the information provided with the cleaning agents that are to be used. ■ Removal of mites: To eliminate mites we recommend our specially developed cleaning agent Mitex RM 765. Depending on the textile type, tests show that mites are removed for 6 - 9 months. ■ For cleaning please use only the original Kärcher cleaning agent RM 519. This is suitable for all textile cleaning processes.

Tips for working with the cleaner ■ Badly stained areas should be sprayed separately, and the detergent left to soak in for 5–10 minutes. English ■ Carpets should be rinsed with clear water after cleaning has been completed so that all traces of detergent are removed. Allow carpet to dry out thoroughly before walking on it again. ■ If you use warm water (up to 50° C) you achieve better cleaning results. ■ If the textile layer has become impregnated with moisture after wet cleaning, we recommend our Care Tex RM 762, which is a dirt-repellent and anti-static proofing agent, to help to prevent dirt building up again quickly. When cleaning has finished ■ Switch off spray pump ■ Switch off suction turbine ■ Empty detergent reservoir. Note: Liquid that has just been vacuumed up could drip from the detergent reservoir while it is being removed. When the tubes and nozzles are pulled apart some water may escape. Rinse the spray tubes in the appliance thoroughly: ■ Fill the cleaning agent container with approximately 1 litre of clear water. ■ Hold the nozzle above the drain, and switch on the spraying pump until the clear water has been consumed. ■ Unplug cleaner from mains ■ Empty dirt box, and rinse out and dry if required Wet vacuuming (Carpets/Hard surfaces) (Vacuuming up moisture) n Use spray ex nozzles to vacuum moisture or wetness. If you use a crevice nozzle: Attach and secure the adapter for wet/ dry vacuuming. Install the crevice nozzle directly to the adapter. Getting started

Remove detergent reservoir Empty dirt box Work without paper filter bag fitted Mount motor housing onto dirt box, and lock in place ■ Plug into mains socket ■ Switch on suction turbine While cleaning is being carried out The cleaner cuts out automatically when the dirt box is full. Note: Switch the suction turbine off after the cleaner has cut out, otherwise the turbine will start up again as soon as the cleaner is opened. When cleaning has finished ■ Switch off suction turbine ■ Unplug cleaner from mains ■ Empty the dirt container. If required, rinse inside and let dry.. If you have vacuumed sticky liquids: ■ Rinse the accessories and let dry. Dry vacuuming (Carpets/Hard surfaces) (Vacuuming fine or coarse dry dirt) Use the adapter for wet/dry vacuuming Attach the adapter to the handle, turn the locking handle to secure it. n Select the desired accessories and attach to the spray/suction pipes or directly to the attachment. Change-over lever set to following symbol Vacuuming hard surfaces Change-over lever set to following symbol Vacuuming carpets Getting started ■ Remove detergent reservoir ■ Empty dirt box, and rinse out and dry if required ■ The accessory (suction hose and tubes) should be dry inside so that they don’t stick. ■ Vacuuming fine dry dirt: Fit paper filter bag (see section “Tasks to be carried out at regular intervals”). Note: The paper filter bag may be damaged if coarse or sharp objects are picked up by the vacuum cleaner. ■ Vacuuming coarse dry dirt: Work without paper filter bag fitted. ■ Mount motor housing onto dirt box, and lock in place ■ Plug into mains socket ■ Switch on suction turbine ■ Adjust vacuum power by adjusting sliding control on handle.

English While cleaning is being carried out Cleaning the flat-folding filter When working without a paper filter bag Empty the dirt box when it is full. When the paper filter bag is full The filter level indicator changes to red. Fit a new paper filter bag (see section “Tasks to be carried out at regular intervals”). When there is a reduction in vacuuming power: ■ Switch off cleaner ■ Pull knob on filter shaker several times. When cleaning has finished ■ Switch off suction turbine ■ Unplug cleaner from mains When working without a paper filter bag ■ Empty the dirt container. Every now and then (depending upon how dirty it may be): ■ Press knob and open filter compartment. Tasks to be carried out at regular intervals Renewing the paper filter bag (Order no. 6.904-143) ■ Switch off cleaner ■ Release both locking knobs (turn clockwise), and lift motor housing off dirt box. ■ Remove flat-folding filter, and tap to remove dirt ■ Remove paper filter bag from dirt box, and seal it up.

■ if dirt does not drop off, clean flat-folding filter under running water, and leave to dry ■ Insert new paper filter bag. ■ Mount motor housing onto dirt box, and lock in place (turn locking knobs anti-clockwise as far as they will go). ■ Renew filter if covered in stubborn dirt. Inspecting/renewing the flat-folding filter (Order no. 6.414-498) Check the flat-folding filter at regular intervals for signs of damage. The filter should be renewed immediately if it has been damaged, otherwise the motor could also be damaged.

English Renewing the hygienic microfilter Storing the cleaner (Order no. 6.904-143) ■ Place accessories in holder on cleaner. The hygienic microfilter should be replaced whenever the paper filter bag is renewed for the fifth time – earlier if required. ■ Push cover panels towards rear ■ Mount hygienic microfilter onto cover panel,and refit both to cleaner. ■ Wind mains cable and spraying and suction hose into coils, and wrap them round accessories. Note: To release the coupling unit of the spraying and suction hose, press the two housing parts together and remove the coupling. Inspecting and cleaning the accessories Check the following accessories at regular intervals to ensure that they are not full of dirt, blocked or damaged:

all suction and spraying nozzles spraying and suction hose with handle suction tubes rubber lip and bristles on hard-surface adapter – suction filter in detergent reservoir – Parts 1 and 2 must be movable. ■ Rinse parts with water if required. Cleaning the device ■ Fill the cleaning agent container with approximately 1 litre of clear water. ■ Hold the spray-ex nozzle into a large container or the shower tub. Technical specifications Power supply

1~ 50/60 Hz Mains fuse (slow) 10 A Power: 1440 Watt Suction turbine Pmax 1400 Watt Pnom 1200 Watt Air flow 74 L/s Vacuum 200 mbar Capacity, wet vacuuming 11 L Capacity, filter bag 12 L Spraying rate 1 L/min Capacity, fresh water 5 L Capacity, dirty water 6 L Length 370 mm Width 290 mm Height 470 mm Weight approx. 7 kg Size of accessory connection 35/60 mm Sound pressure level 77 dB(A) Protection class Mains cable: Length Type 5 m H 05 VV – F 2x1 ■ Switch on the spraying pump , and rinse the appliance with clear water until it has been consumed. ■ Switch on the suction turbine , and vacuum the sprayed water to clean the suction tubes. ■ Empty the dirt container, rinse the dirt container and the accessories and let dry.

English Troubleshooting Attention: Danger due to presence of electric current. Unplug cleaner from mains before working on any electrical components. Fault Cause Remedy Unit does not start up No supply voltage Inspect mains fuse, cable, plug and socket, and have them replaced by a qualified electrician if required. Unit cuts out When wet vacuuming: water level in dirt Press ON/OFF switch, empty dirt box. box is too high, cleaner cuts out automatically Reduced suction power Blocked paper filter bag, flat-folding filter,Inspect and clean if required. nozzle, suction hose or suction tube. Level indicator has turned to "red". Full paper filter bag or dirt box. Renew paper filter bag or empty dirt box. Flat-folding filter is missing, or has not been fitted correctly. Insert flat-folding filter correctly. Dust is expelled during Suction hose is not properly attached. vacuuming Attach suction hose correctly. Flat-folding filter is missing, has not beenInsert flat-folding filter correctly, or renew fitted correctly or is defective. if required. Water escapes during Sticking float. wet vacuuming Defective float switch. Arrange for specialist dealer to inspect. Spray pump does not function Inspect mains fuse, cable, plug and socket. No voltage supply. Spray pump is working, Empty detergent reservoir. but no water is discharged Blocked suction filter. Detergent reservoir has not been correctly positioned inside cleaner. Top up detergent reservoir. Clean suction filter. Fit detergent reservoir correctly. Blockage inside cleaner or accessories. Detach coupling for spraying hose, and check whether pump is delivering water to outlet if yes, check accessories if no, arrange for customer service to check. No water is discharged Blocked nozzle. from accessories Blocked spraying and suction tubes or hose. Clean nozzle. Check accessory connections, clean spraying and suction tubes and hose if required. Your KÄRCHER Customer Service representative will be pleased to help if the above-mentioned measure do not enable you to repair the fault yourself.

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