A 2254 ME - Aspirateur Kärcher - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL A 2254 ME Kärcher

Please read and comply with

these original operating instruc-

tions prior to the initial operation of your appli-

ance and store them for later use or

The appliance is intended for use as a wet

and dry vacuum cleaner corresponding to the

descriptions given in these operating instruc-

tions and the safety notes.

– Protect the unit from rain. Do not store

– This device may not be used to suck in

Use the wet/dry vacuum cleaner 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 im-

proper use or wrong operations.

The packaging material can be recy-

cled. Please do not place the packaging

into the ordinary refuse for disposal, but ar-

range for the proper recycling.

Old appliances contain valuable materi-

als that can be recycled. Please ar-

range for the proper recycling of old

appliances. Please dispose your old applianc-

es using appropriate collection systems.

Filters and filter bags are made from environ-

ment-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 gar-

– This device is not intended for use by per-

sons (including children) with reduced

physical, sensory or mental abilities or

lacking experience and/or knowledge, un-

less they are supervised by a person re-

sponsible for their safety or are instructed

by these persons on the use of the device.

Children should be supervised, to ensure

that they do not play with the device.

– Switch the appliance off after every use

and prior to every cleaning/maintenance

– Risk of fire. Do not vacuum up any burning

– The appliance may not be used in areas

where a risk of explosion is present.

 Electrical connection

The appliance may only be connected to al-

ternating current. The voltage must corre-

spond with the type plate on the appliance.

 Risk of electric shock

Never touch the mains plug and the socket

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).

pours or mixtures when agitated by the suc-

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 combina-

tion with highly alkaline or acidic deter-

– 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.

Environmental protection

Disposing the filters and filter bags

Safety instructionsEnglish 7

 These operating instructions describe the

basic models of the wet/dry vacuum

cleaner shown on the front cover.

 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.

 You will find the accessories and the swiv-

el casters in the container. The swivel

casters must be mounted on the appli-

Illustrations on Page 2

2 Blowing connection

3 Air regulation of the blowing function

4 Suction hose connection

7 Power cord with plug

8 Storage, power cord

9 ON/OFF switch for appliance

11 Suction tubes 2 x 0.5 m

13 Floor nozzle with hard surface insert

Î Remove the motor casing, take the at-

tachments and the swivel casters out of

casters in the openings at the base of the

container till the end-point.

Î Place motor casing on the container and

Î Connect accessories.

Î Plug in the main plug.

Î Turn the appliance on and put it into oper-

Î Switch off the appliance when finished.

For a dust-free disposal of the vacuuming ma-

terial we recommend to insert the paper filter

bag as well. This provides the additional ad-

vantage that the cartridge filter will not be-

come contaminated that quickly.

 Work only with a dry cartridge filter!

Î Therefore: Always let the cartridge filter

dry thoroughly before using it!

 Added filter bags can burst!

Î Therefore: Change the filter bag at the

 Always use a filter bag while sucking in

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 imme-

diately and empty the container.

Use this function, for example, to blow out

leaves or dust from the garage, hobby room,

work shop, courtyard or garden.

Î Connect connection hose. Open the slide

of the air regulation, and select the de-

sired blowing performance.

Description of the Appliance

Attaching the Accessories

Turning on the Appliance

Blowing function8 English

Î Turn off the appliance and disconnect the

Î Remove the motor casing and empty the

Storing the Appliance

Î Place the accessories in the appropriate

compartments at the appliance and store

the appliance in a dry room.

Î The device is to be fastened properly be-

fore transporting the device in the car.

Always switch off the appliance and pull out

the mains plug before care and maintenance

cleaners! Never immerse the appliance in wa-

Î Clean the appliance and accessory parts

made of plastic with a commercial plastic

Î If required, rinse the container and acces-

sories with water properly and dry them

The terms of the guarantee applicable in each

country have been published by our respec-

tive national distributors. We will repair possi-

ble faults on your unit free of charge within the

warranty period, insofar as the faults are

caused by material defects or defective work-

manship. Guarantee claims should be ad-

dressed to your dealer or the nearest

authorized customer service centre, and sup-

ported by documentary evidence of purchase.

(See address on the reverse)

Our KÄRCHER branch will be pleased to help

you further in the case of questions or faults.

(See address on the reverse)

At the end of the operating instructions you

will find a selected list of spare parts that are

You can procure the spare parts and the at-

tachments from your dealer or your KÄRCH-

(See address on the reverse)

Î Remove the blockage with the help of a

Î Insert new filter bag.

Î Take out the filter and shake it. If the dirt

does not come off, then clean it under

flowing water and let it dry thoroughly be-

fore fitting it back. Replace it if the dirt is

stubborn or if the filter itself is damaged.

Î Switch off the appliance and empty the

Subject to technical modifications!

Transporting the device

Maintenance and Care

Cleaning the appliance and accessories

Ordering spare parts and special attach-

Suction power decreases

Attachment, suction hose or suction pipe

Cartridge filter is dirty

Appliance does not suck in water

Water intake, max. 8 l

Sound pressure level (EN

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KOR Karcher Co. Ltd. (South Korea)

Youngjae B/D, 50-1, 51-1

Sansoo-dong, Mapo-ku

East Tamaki, Auckland

Part B, Building 30,

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5 Toh Guan Road East

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12 Willow Business Park

KOR Karcher Co. Ltd. (South Korea)

Youngjae B/D, 50-1, 51-1

Sansoo-dong, Mapo-ku

East Tamaki, Auckland

Part B, Building 30,

SGP Karcher Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd.

5 Toh Guan Road East

#01-00 Freight Links Express Distripark