2601 - Pressure washer KARCHER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 2601 KARCHER

This is your new vacuum cleaner

A Switching ON and OFF
B Carrying handle
C Storing accessories
D Storing the mains cable
E Turbine cover latch - release to clean/replace flat folding filter
F Fastening catch - undo to empty dirt box or replace paper filter bag
G Fastening catch - undo to empty the dirt box or replace the paper filter bag
H Filter level indicator Shows when the paper filter bag is full
Replacing the hygienic microfilter

Special accessories

S1 Household Kit 2.638-510
Used for: Cleaning carpets, floors with hard surfaces and upholstery.
S2 Coarse-dirt Kit (Ø 60 mm) 2.637-945
Used for: Vacuuming coarse dirt in and around the house.
S3 Vehicle and Hobby Kit 2.638-204
Used for: Cleaning vehicles, in the hobby workshop and in the garage.
S4 Wet & Dry Nozzle 6.415-737
Used for: Picking up liquid substances on a flat surface.
S5 Adapter-Set * 2.420-015
Reducing adapter from 37mm to 35mm , enables use of accessories with 37mm

• not illustrated.

Important information

For your safety

Before using this cleaner for the first time, read this user guide and pay particular attention to the contents of the enclosed brochure "Safety Information for Wet & Dry Cleaners" No. 5.956-249.

Using the cleaner for its correct purpose

This cleaner is intended for use

• as a wet and dry vacuum cleaner
• in a domestic environment, such as in the home, in a hobby workshop or with automobiles
• in accordance with the instructions given in this user guide and all safety information.

Using the cleaner for any other purpose is not approved and is considered incorrect. The manufacturer can not be held responsible for any damage resulting from the improper use of this cleaner; liability in such a case rests with the user.

On behalf of the environment

When unpacking the cleaner, do not dispose of the packaging materials as part of your domestic rubbish.

Take all packaging materials to a suitable 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 and accessories, with proof of purchase, to your original dealer or to the nearest authorised customer service centre.

Preparing the vacuum cleaner for use

n Undo both catches (turn clockwise), and lift motor housing off dirt box. ①
n Push both wheels into their mountings until they lock in place. ②
n Push both swivel casters into their mountings until they lock in place. ②
n Insert the accessories holder, ensuring that it locks in place. ③

For dry-vacuuming:

n Fit the paper filter bag. ④ ⑤
n Place the motor housing on the dirt box, and secure in place (turn catches anti-clockwise as far as they will go). ⑥

Attaching the accessories

n Insert the suction hose as far as possible until it locks in place.
n Join the extension tubes together, and attach them to the suction hose.
n Fit the nozzle onto the extension tube.

How to operate the vacuum cleaner

At the start of your work

n Check that the paper filter bag and the dirt box are not full.
n Insert the mains plug into a 230V socket.
n Press the ON/OFF switch.

When work has finished

n Press the ON/OFF switch.
n Unplug cleaner from the mains electricity.
n Replace the paper filter bag or empty the dirt box, if required.

Examples of how to use the cleaner

Dry-vacuuming

Fine, dry dirt is best vacuumed with the paper filter bag fitted.

Note: Damage could be caused to the paper filter bag if any coarse or sharp objects are picked up by the cleaner.

Coarse, dry dirt can be vacuumed without a paper filter bag.

The paper filter bag is full when the indicator has turned red. 12

Wet-vacuuming

Always operate the cleaner with the paper filter bag removed.

n Empty dirt box so that no sludge is formed during cleaning.
When the dirt box is full, the cleaner switches off automatically.
n Press the ON/OFF switch, and empty dirt box.

These jobs must be carried out regularly

Emptying the dirt box

n With solids: no later than when the box is full.
n With liquids: no later than when the cleaner cuts out.

Note: After the cleaner has cut out, please set the ON/OFF switch to "0", otherwise the motor will start up again when the cleaner is opened.

n Undo both catches (turn clockwise), and lift motor housing off dirt box. ①
n Empty dirt box, rinse out if required, and dry the inside.
n Place the motor housing on the dirt box, and secure in place (turn catches anti-clockwise as far as they will go). 6

Replacing the paper filter bag

(Order no. 6.904-143)

n Switch OFF the cleaner.
n Undo both catches (turn clockwise), and lift motor housing off dirt box. ①
n Remove the paper filter bag from the dirt box and seal it. ⑦
n Fit a new paper filter bag. ④ ⑤
n Place the motor housing on the dirt box, and secure in place (turn catches anti-clockwise as far as they will go). 6

Replacing the hygienic microfilters

(Order no. 6.904-143)

The hygienic microfilter should be replaced whenever the paper filter bag is changed for the fifth time.

n Push the cover towards the rear.
n Insert the hygienic microfilter into the cover, and refit both together. 13

Cleaning the flat folding filter

Every now and then (depending upon amount of dirt):

n Switch OFF the cleaner.
n Pull on the knob for the filter shaker mechanism. 14
n Press button and open filter compartment. ⑧
n Lift out the flat folding filter and knock of any dust, 9 10 or
n if the dirt can not be easily removed, clean the filter under running water, and leave to dry, 10 or
if the dirt is particularly stubborn, replace the filter.

Checking/replacing the flat folding filter

(Order no. 6.414-498)

Check the flat folding filter regularly for damage. If any has occurred, you should replace the filter immediately, otherwise the motor could also be damaged.

n Switch OFF the cleaner.
n Press button, and open filter compartment. ⑧
n Replace flat folding filter, and close cover to filter compartment. ⑨

Checking and cleaning the accessories

n Check the nozzle, suction hose or extension tubes for blockages, and rinse out with water if required.

Storing the vacuum cleaner

n Switch OFF the cleaner.

If you have been using the cleaner for wet-vacuuming:

n Empty dirt box, and rinse out if required.

If the vacuum cleaner has taken in any sticky liquids:

nRinse out the accessories.
n Place the accessories in the holder on the cleaner. (11)
n Wind up the mains cable, and lay it round the accessories.

Circuit diagram 16

M1 Suction turbine
S1 Turbine switch
S2 Microswitch
X1 Plug
C1 Interference suppression capacitor

Technical information

Mains electricity supply		230 V
	single-phase, 50/60 Hz
Current consumption		5 A
Mains fuse (slow)		10 A
Power (suction turbine)	Pmax	1400 Watt
	Pnom	1200 Watt
Air volume		74 L/sec
Vacuum		175 mbar
Overall capacity		18 L
MAX. capacity for liquids		11 L
Length		370 mm
Width		290 mm
Height		470 mm
Weight approx.		6 kg
Attachment size for accessories		35 mm
		+60 mm
Noise level		72 dB(A)
Protection class		II
Connecting cable	Type H 05 VV – F 2x1
Length		5 m
Order no.	GB	6.959-246
	AUS	6.959-245

Troubleshooting guide

Problem	Possible cause	Remedy
Cleaner does not start up.	No electricity supply.	Check fuse, cable, plug and socket and, if required, have them replaced by a qualified electrician.
Cleaner switches off.	During wet-vacuuming: Too much liquid in dirt box, cleaner switches off automatically.	Press ON/OFF switch, empty dirt box.
Reduced suction power.	Clogged paper filter bag or flat filter, or blockage in nozzle, suction hose or extension tube. Level indicator on "red". Paper filter bag or dirt box are full. Flat folding filter is not fitted properly, or is missing altogether.	Check, and clean if required. Replace paper filter bag or empty dirt box. Refit flat folding filter properly.
Dust is expelled during vacuuming.	Suction hose is not attached properly. Flat folding filter is not fitted properly, is defective or is missing altogether.	Attach suction hose properly. Refit flat folding filter properly or replace.
During wet-vacuuming: Water leaks out.	Sticking float. Defective float switch.	Arrange for dealer to inspect.
If none of the above-mentioned remedies resolves the problem, please contact your nearest Kärcher service centre, where they will be pleased to provide further assistance.

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EU Declaration of Conformity

We

Alfred Kärcher GmbH & Co. D-71349 Winnenden

hereby declare that the machine described below both in its basic design and construction and in the version marketed by us conforms to the relevant safety- and health-related requirements of the appropriate EU Directives.

This declaration shall cease to be valid if modifications are made to the machine without our approval

Product: Wet/dry vacuum cleaner

Model: Kärcher 2601

Technical Data: 230 V AC 50/60 Hz

Serial number:

(see rating plate; to be entered by customer)

Applicable EU Directives:

EU Machinery Directive (89/392/EU) in version 93/44/EU

EU Low-Voltage Equipment Directive (73/23/EU)

EU Directive on Electromagnetic Compatibility (89/336/EU) in version 93/31/EU

Harmonised standards applied:

DIN EN 292-1

DIN EN 292-2

DIN EN 55 014

DIN EN 55 104

DIN EN 60555

DIN EN 60 335-1

DIN EN 60 335-2-2

National standards applied:

It is ensured through internal measures that series-production units conform at all times to the requirements of current EU Directives and relevant standards.

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Anvendte harmoniserede standarder:

DIN EN 292-1

DIN EN 292-2

DIN EN 55014

DIN EN 55 104

DIN EN 60555

DIN EN 60 335-1

DIN EN 60 335-2-2

Anvendte nationale standarder:

EMC-directivet (89/336/EEC), utforande 93/31/EEC

Tillampade harmoniserande normer:

DIN EN 292-1

DIN EN 292-2

DIN EN 55 014

DIN EN 55 104

DIN EN 60 555

DIN EN 60 335-1

DIN EN 60 335-2-2

Tillampade nationella normer:

6975 Creditview Road, Unit 2

Mississauga, Ontario L5N 8E9

(905) 672 98 23

CH

Karcher AG

Industriestraße 16

8108 Dallikon

0844 850 863

CZ

Karcher spel.s.r.o.

Za Mototechnou 1114/4

155 00 Praha 5 -Stodulky

0235521665

D

Banbury, Oxon, OX16 1TB

01295/752000;09066/800632

GR

Kärcher Cleaning Systems A.E.

31-33, Nikitara str. &

Konstantinopoleos str.

136 71 Acharnes

210-2316153

H

Kärcher Hungária Kft

Tormasret ut 2.

2501 Biatorbagy

23/530-640

HK

Karcher Ltd.

Unit 10, 17/F., APEC Plaza

49HoiYuenRoad

Kwun Tong, Kowloon

2357 5863

1

Karcher S.p.A.

Via Elvezia 4

21050 Cantello (VA)

0332/848-998877

IRL

Karcher Limited

12 Willow Business Park

Nangor Road

Clondalkin

Dublin 12

01/4097777

J

Kärcher (Japan) Co., Ltd.

Irene Karcher Building

No.2, Matsusaka-Daira 3-chome

Taiwa-cho, Kurokawa-gun

Miyagi, 981-3408

022/3443140

MAL

Karcher Cleaning Systems Sdn. Bhd.

8 Jalan Serindit2

Bandar Puchong Jaya

47100 Puchong, Selangor

5882 1148

MEX

Karcher Mexico, SA de CV

East Tamaki, Auckland

09/2744603

P

Neoparts Com. e Ind. Automóvel, Lda.

Largo Vitorino Damasio. 10

1200 Lisboa

21/3950040

PL

Karcher Poland Ltd. Sp. z o.o.

UI. Stawowa 140

31-346 Kraków

012/6397222

PRC

BKC Equipment Co., Ltd.

No 16, Honda Beilu

Beijing Economic and Technological Area

Beijing 100176

010/67881653

S

Karcher AB

Tagenevagen 31

42502 Hisings-Karra

031-577300

SGP

Karcher Asia Pacific Pte Ltd

30 Toh Guan Road Singapore

07-05 ODC Building

Singapore 608840

68971811

TR

Karcher Servis Ticaret A.S.

9 Eylul Mahallesi

307 Sokak No. 6

Gaziemir / Izmir

0232/2520708

TWN

Karcher Taiwan Limited

5F/6.No.7

Wu-Chuan 1st Rd

Taipei County, Taiwan R.O.C

2 2299 9626

UAE

Karcher FZE

Jebel Ali Free Zone

RA 8, XB 1, Jebel Ali, Dubai

04/8836776

USA

Alfred Karcher, Inc

2170SatelliteBlvd,Suite350

Duluth, GA 30097

678-935-4545; 877-527-2437

ZA

Karcher (Pty) Ltd.

P.O.Box 11818

Vorna Valley 1686

011/4662434

07/03

KARCHER

www.karcher.com