WD5600 - Wet and dry vacuum cleaner KARCHER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL WD5600 KARCHER

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General notes Dear Customer, Please read and comply with these original instructions prior to the initial operation of your appliance and store them for later use or subsequent owners. Proper use The appliance is intended for use as a Multi-Purpose Vac corresponding to the descriptions given in these operating instructions and the safety notes. This appliance has been designed for use in private households and is not intended for commercial use. – Protect the unit from rain. Do not store outside. – This device may not be used to suck in ash and soot. Use the Multi-Purpose Vac only with: – Original filter bag. – Original spare parts, accessories and special accessories. The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages that may occur on account of improper use or wrong operations. Environmental protection The packaging material can be recycled. Please do not place the packaging into the ordinary refuse for disposal, but arrange for the proper recycling. Old appliances contain valuable materials that can be recycled. Please arrange for the proper recycling of old

appliances. Please dispose your old appliances using appropriate collection systems. Disposing the filters and filter bags Filters and filter bags are made from environment-friendly materials. They can therefore be disposed off through the normal household garbage provided you have not sucked in substances that are not permitted to be thrown into household garbage. Notes about the ingredients (REACH) You will find current information about the ingredients at: www.kaercher.com/REACH (See address on the reverse) Customer Service Our KÄRCHER branch will be pleased to help you further in the case of questions or faults. (See address on the reverse) Ordering spare parts and special attachments At the end of the operating instructions you will find a selected list of spare parts that are often required. You can procure the spare parts and the attachments from your dealer or your KÄRCHER branch office. (See address on the reverse) Warranty The terms of the guarantee applicable in each country have been published by our respective national distributors. We will repair possible faults on your unit free of charge within the warranty period, insofar as the faults are caused by material defects or defective workmanship. Guarantee claims should be addressed to your dealer or the nearest authorized customer service centre, and supported by documentary evidence of purchase. EN – 5 Safety instructions This appliance is not intended for use by persons with limited physical, sensoric or mental capacities or lack of experience and/or skills, unless such persons are accompanied and supervised by a person in charge of their safety or if they received precise instructions on the use of this appliance. – Children must only use this appliance if they are older than 8 and if they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or if they are instructed on the use of the appliance by such person. – Keep packaging film away from children - risk of suffocation! – Switch the appliance off after every use and prior to every cleaning/maintenance procedure. – Risk of fire. Do not vacuum up any burning or glowing objects. – The appliance may not be used in areas where a risk of explosion is present. 몇 Electrical connection The appliance may only be connected to alternating current. The voltage must correspond with the type plate on the appliance. Risk of electric shock Never touch the mains plug and the socket with wet hands. Do not pull the plug from the socket by pulling on the connecting cable. Check the power cord with mains plug for damage before every use. If the power cord is damaged, please arrange immediately for the exchange by an authorized customer service or a skilled electrician. To avoid accidents due to electrical faults we recommend the use of sockets with a line-side current-limiting circuit breaker (max. 30 mA nominal tripping current). Danger Certain materials may produce explosive vapours or mixtures when agitated by the suction air!

Never vacuum up the following materials: Explosive or combustible gases, liquids and dust particles (reactive dust particles) – Reactive metal dust particles (such as aluminium, magnesium, zinc) in combination with highly alkaline or acidic detergents – Undiluted, strong acids and alkalies – Organic solvents (such as petrol, paint thinners, acetone, heating oil). In addition, these substances may cause the appliance materials to corrode.

Description of the Appliance Illustrations on fold-out pages! These operating instructions describe the basic models of the Multi-Purpose Vacs shown on the front cover. Depending on the model, there are differences in equipment and supplied accessories. When unpacking the product, make sure that no accessories are missing and that none of the package contents have been damaged. If you detect any transport damages please contact your dealer. included in the scope of delivery possible accessories Suction hose connection To connect the suction hose during vacuuming. (see description / illustration Machine socket Note: Observe the maximum connected power (see Chapter "Specifications"). To connect an electric tool. (see description / illustration

Blowing connection Filter cleaning display Connect the suction hose to the blower connection, this will activate the blower function. (see description / illustration

If the filter cleaning indicator is red, activate the switch for efficient filter cleaning. (see description / illustration

Recessed grip Key for mains cable retraction After unlocking it, grab the appliance head by the handle recess and remove it. Press the key for the mains cable retraction. The cable will pull itself automatically into the appliance. Carry handle Accessory compartment, hook The carrying handle is also used to lock the appliance head and the container. To unlock, push the bow all the way forward until you clear the lock. (see description / illustration Grab the appliance head by the handle recess and remove it. In the carrying position, the bow is pointing up, during work with the appliance, swivel the bow toward the back until the operating controls on the appliance are accessible. This accessory compartment allows the storage of the suction hose, the mains cable and the suction nozzles. (see description / illustration

Accessory compartment, appliance head Position MAX: Suction or blowing. Position MAX: Vacuuming with connected electric tool Performance regulation: Reduce the suction if necessary during vacuuming, blowing or when working with an electric tool. Position 0: The appliance is switched off. Electric tool is supplied with voltage. (see description / illustration

This accessory compartment allows the storage of suction nozzles on the appliance. Note: This accessory compartment is required to use the efficient filter cleaning function. (see description / illustration Switch for Efficient Filter Cleaning Rotary switch (ON/OFF) (without built-in socket) Position I: Suction or blowing Position 0: Appliance is switched off (see description / illustration Rotary switch (ON/OFF) (with built-in socket) Parking position To clean the built-in cartridge filter. Note: Do not activate the switch with a wet cartridge filter. (see description / illustration

To rest the floor nozzle during work interruptions. (see description / illustration

EN – 7 Accessory storage container Suction tubes 2 x 0.5 m This accessory compartment allows the storage of the suction pipes or other accessories. (see description / illustration

Connect both suction pipes and connect them to the suction hose. (see description / illustration Floor nozzle (with inserts) Steering roller The steering rollers are located in the compartment when the appliance is delivered. These must be attached prior to starting up the appliance. (see description / illustration Drain screw The drain screw is used to quickly and comfortably empty wastewater in the container. Tilt the container forward for easier emptying. (see description / illustration Filter bag Note: Do not use a filter bag for wet vacuuming! Recommendations for appliances without efficient filter cleaning: To vacuum fine dust, use the filter bag. (see description / illustration Cartridge filter (already installed in the appliance) The cartridge filter must always be installed - with wet and dry vacuuming. Note: Let the wet cartridge filter dry prior to using it for dry vacuuming. (see description / illustration Suction hose with handle Slide the suction hose into the connection, it will lock into place. (see description / illustration Note: In order to disconnect it, push down with your thumb and pull the suction hose out. Use the appropriate insert for vacuuming on hard surfaces and carpets. Hard surfaces, wet vacuuming: Use the insert with 2 rubber lips. Hard surfaces, dry vacuuming: Use the insert with 2 bristles. Carpets, wet and dry vacuuming: Work without an insert. Floor nozzle (with switching lever) For vacuuming dust from hard surfaces and carpets: Lever on symbol for carpets Lever on symbol for hard surfaces Crevice nozzle For edges, joints, heaters and hard to reach locations. Adapter To connect the suction hose with an electric tool. (see description / illustration Adapt the adapter to the connection diameter of the electric tool using a knife if necessary. 24 Flexible tool hose For more flexibility when working with electric tools. Note: Can also be used with an adapter. (see description / illustration

25 Coarse dirt set Extensive vacuum set for coarse dirt of all kinds. EN – 8

Operation Wet vacuum cleaning 몇 Always work with an inserted cartridge filter - during wet as well as dry vacuum cleaning! Before Startup Illustration Mount loose parts delivered with appliance prior to start-up. Illustration Recommendations for appliances without efficient filter cleaning: To vacuum fine dust, use the filter bag. Start up Illustration Connect accessories. Illustration Plug in the main plug. Illustration Turn on the machine. Dry vacuum cleaning 몇 Work only with a dry cartridge filter! Caution: Always use a pre-separator while vacuuming ashes and soot (order no. 2.863-139). Recommendations for appliances without efficient filter cleaning: To vacuum fine dust, use the filter bag. (see description / illustration The filling level of the filter bag depends on the dirt that is sucked in. Clogged filter bags can burst - therefore make sure to replace the filter bag in a timely manner! The filter bag needs to be replaced more frequently while sucking in fine dust, sand, etc. For appliances with efficient filter cleaning: When vacuuming without a filter bag, the filter cleaning indicator lights up red if the cartridge filter needs to be cleaned. Use efficient filter cleaning. (see description / illustration

Attach the accessories to vacuum moisture or wetness to the suction pipes or directly to the handle. 몇 Caution: Do not use a filter bag! Immediately switch the appliance off if foam forms or liquids escape! Note: If the container is full a float closes the suction opening and the appliance works at a higher speed. Switch off the appliance immediately and empty the container. Working with electrical power tools Adapt the adapter to the connection diameter of the electric tool using a knife if necessary. Illustration A) Plug the enclosed adapter onto the handle of the suction hose and connect the electric tool with the connection. B) Use the flexible tool hose to gain more flexibility in your work. Connect this hose to the suction hose and to the adapter and then to the connection of the electric tool. Illustration For appliances with built-in socket: Connect the mains plug of the electric power tool to the vacuum cleaner. Illustration Switch the appliance on (move the rotary switch to the left to position MAX) and start working. Note: The suction turbine starts with a delay of 0.5 seconds after the electric tool has been switched on. After the electric tool has been switched off, the suction turbine will continue to run for approx. 5 seconds to suck in the remaining dirt from the suction hose. EN – 9 Efficient filter cleaning If the filter cleaning indicator is red, initiate the filter cleaning. Illustration Insert the suction hose with the handle into the accessory compartment on the appliance head. Press the efficient filter cleaning key 3 x times with the appliance switched on; wait 4 seconds between the individual presses. Note: If the filter cleaning display is illuminated permanently or after the filter cleaning switch has been activated several times, check the reservoir for its fill volume. Otherwise, the dirt might escape when the container is opened. Blowing function Cleaning hard to reach locations or, where vacuuming is not possible, like leaves from a gravel bed. Illustration Connect the suction hose to the blower connection, this will activate the blower function. Interrupting operation Turn off the appliance. Illustration Hook the floor nozzle into the parking position. Storing the appliance Illustration Stow away the mains cable and accessory at the machine. Store the appliance in a dry room. Maintenance and care Danger Turn off the appliance and remove the mains plug prior to any care and maintenance work. Repair works may only be performed by the authorized customer service. 몇 Caution Do not use abrasives, glass or universal cleaners! Never immerse the appliance in water. Clean the appliance and accessory parts made of plastic with a commercial plastic cleaner. If required, rinse the container and accessories with water properly and dry them before reuse. Illustration Only clean the cartridge filter under running water; do not wipe or brush. Let it dry completely prior to installation. Finish operation Turn off the appliance and disconnect the mains plug. Empty the container Illustration Remove the appliance head and empty the reservoir filled with wet or dry dirt. For appliances with drain screw: Empty the dry dirt over the container. Use the drain screw to empty liquids. EN – 10

Troubleshooting Technical specifications Mains cable retraction does not function The specifications are listed on the flaps. In the following, you will find the explanation of the symbols used. The mains cable is probably dirty, clean the mains cable. Voltage Decreasing cleaning power Output Pnom If the cleaning power of the appliance deteriorates please check the following: Accessories, suction hose or suction tubes are clogged, please remove the obstruction using a stick. Cartridge filter is dirty: For appliances without efficient filter cleaning: Knock the dirt off the cartridge filter, clean it under running water if necessary. (see description / illustration For appliances with efficient filter cleaning: Use the filter cleaning. (see description / illustration Clean the cartridge filter under running water if necessary. (see description / illustration Replace damaged cartridge filter. Filter bag is full, install new filter bag. (see description / illustration

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