SE 4002 - Vacuum Cleaner Kärcher - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SE 4002 Kärcher

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• Leistung P nenn 1200 W Leistung P max 1400 W Netzkabel H05-VV-F2x0,75 Schalldruckpegel (EN 60704-2-1) 74 dB(A) Sonderzubehör Bestell-Nr. Filterbeutel (5 St.) 6.959-130.0 Patronenfilter 6.414-552.0 Sprüh-Ex Handdüse zur Polsterreinigung 2.885-018.0 Teppichreiniger RM 519 (1 l Flasche) International 6.295-771.0 Textilimprägnierer Care Tex RM 762 (0,5 l Flasche) International 6.295-769.0 11DE– 5 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 own- ers. This appliance has been designed for use in private households and is not intended for commercial use. – By purchasing this appliance you have become the owner of a spray extraction appliance for maintenance or basic cleaning of carpeting with a deep clean- ing effect. – Hard surfaces can also be cleaned by using the hard surface attachment for the wash nozzle (included). – With the respective attachments (in- cluded) it can also be used as a wet/dry vacuum cleaner. The packaging material can be recy- cled. Please do not place the pack- aging into the ordinary refuse for dis- posal, but arrange for the proper re- cycling. Old appliances contain valuable ma- terials that can be recycled. Please arrange for the proper recycling of old appliances. Please dispose your old appliances using appropriate collec- tion systems. Notes about the ingredients (REACH) You will find current information about the ingredients at: www.kaercher.com/REACH (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) Always use original spare parts and acces- sories permitted by the manufacturer so that the safety of the machine remains in- tact. You can procure the spare parts and the at- tachments from your dealer or your KÄRCHER branch office. (See address on the reverse) The terms of the guarantee applicable in each country have been published by our respective national distributors. We will re- pair 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 evi- dence of purchase. Contents General notes
• EN Safety instructions p. 5
• EN Start up p. 6
• EN Operations p. 7
• EN Shutting down p. 8
• EN Maintenance and Care p. 10
• EN Faults p. 10
• EN Specifications p. 10
• EN Special accessories p. 11
• EN General notes Proper use Environmental protection Customer Service Ordering spare parts and special attachments Warranty 12 EN– 6 Apart from the notes contained herein the general safety provisions and rules for the prevention of accidents of the legislator must be observed. Any use of the machine in contravention with the following instructions will lead to warranty claims being rendered void. – This appliance is not intended for use by persons with limited physical, senso- ry or mental capacities or lacking expe- rience and/or skills, unless such per- sons are accompanied and supervised by a person in charge of their safety or they have received precise instructions on the use of this appliance and have understood the resulting risks. – Children must not play with this appli- ance. – Supervise children to prevent them from playing with the appliance. – Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children without supervision. – Keep packaging film away from children - risk of suffocation! – Switch the appliance off after every use and prior to every cleaning/mainte- nance procedure. – Risk of fire. Do not vacuum up any burn- ing or glowing objects. – The appliance must provide of a stable ground. – The operator must use the appliance properly. He must consider the local conditions and must pay attention to third parties, in particular children, when working with the appliance. – Check the faultless condition of the ap- pliance and the accessories before us- ing it. Otherwise, the appliance must not be used. – Never dip the machine, the cable or the plugs in water or other liquids. – It is not allowed to use the appliance in hazardous locations. If the appliance is used in hazardous areas the corre- sponding safety provisions must be ob- served. – Protect the appliance against external weather, humidity and heat sources. – If the machine falls down, first get it checked by an authorised Customer Service agent because there can be in- ternal damages that hamper the safety of the product. – Do not suck in toxic substances. – Do not use the machine to vacuum clean plaster of Paris, cement, etc. that can harden on coming into contact with water and can thus hamper the func- tioning of the machine. – Always place the machine in a horizon- tal position during operation. – Only use cleaners recommended by the manufacturer and comply with their ap- plication, disposal and warning guide- lines. 몇 Risk of electric shock – Only connect the appliance to properly earthed sockets. – The appliance may only be connected to alternating current. The voltage must correspond with the type plate on the appliance. – 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 au- thorized customer service or a skilled electrician. – To avoid accidents due to electrical faults we recommend the use of sock- ets with a line-side current-limiting cir- cuit breaker (max. 30 mA nominal trip- ping current). – Only use a splash proof extension cable with a minimum section of 3x1 mm². – If couplings of the power cord or exten- sion cable are replace the splash pro- tection and the mechanical tightness must be ensured. Safety instructions 13EN– 7 – Please switch off the machine first us- ing the main switch before disconnect- ing the machine from the mains. 몇 Warning 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 parti- cles) – Reactive metal dust particles (such as aluminium, magnesium, zinc) in combi- nation with highly alkaline or acidic de- tergents – 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. Danger Immediate danger that can cause severe injury or even death. 몇 Warning Possible hazardous situation that could lead to severe injury or even death. Caution Possible hazardous situation that could lead to mild injury to persons or damage to property. When you unpack the system, check that everything is complete. If there are any missing parts or you detect any transport damage when unpacking, please inform your dealer immediately. Illustrations on fold-out page! Illustration 1 Motor casing 2 Carrying handle 3 Foam filter 4 Filter lock 5 Power cord with plug 6 Storage, power cord 7 Switch for suction (0 / I) 8 Switch for spraying (0 / I) 9 Release, fresh water reservoir 10 Fresh water tank 11 Container 12 Swivel casters 13 Connection for suction hose of the wet/ dry vacuum cleaner 14 Connection, spray hose 15 Spray/suction hose 16 Handle 17 Surrounding air separator 18 Spray lever 19 Lock key for spray mist 20 Lock lever 21 Spray / suction tubes 2 x 0.5 m 22 Storage for suction tubes and accesso- ries 23 Wash nozzle for carpet cleaning, with hard surface attachment 24 Washer nozzle for cleaning upholstery Attachment for wet/dry vacuuming 25 Attachment for wet/dry vacuuming 26 Floor nozzle with hard surface insert 27 Crevice nozzle 28 Upholstery nozzle 29 Filter bag Illustration Remove the fresh water reservoir. Press the release and remove the tank. Note: The motor casing can only be removed if the fresh water reservoir was re- moved first. Illustration Remove the motor casing. For this, fold the carrying handle forward to un- latch the reservoir. Remove the acces- sories and swivel casters from the res- ervoir. Illustration Turn the container, press in the swivel casters in the openings at the base of the container till the end-point. Symbols in the operating instructions Start up Description of the Appliance Before Startup 14 EN– 8 Illustration Turn the motor casing around and at- tach the foam filter to the filter basket. Insert the filter cover and turn to lock. Install the motor casing. Pull up on the carrying handle to lock. Illustration Install the fresh water reservoir. In- sert the bottom part first and then press toward the top on the motor compart- ment to check if it is locked in. Illustration Attach the suction hose and the spray hose to the connectors on the appli- ance. Note : Press the suction hose tightly into the connector to lock it into place. Illustration Connect the spray/suction pipes and at- tach to the handle. Center the locking lever when attaching it, turn clockwise to lock. Attach the floor nozzle to the spray/suc- tion pipes and secure with locking lever. The appliance is now prepared for wet cleaning. Caution Always work with an inserted foam filter - during wet as well as dry vacuum cleaning! Caution Check the object to be cleaned prior to us- ing the appliance in an inconspicuous place for colour fastness and water resistance. Do not clean water-sensitive floor cover- ings such as wood floors (the moisture could penetrate and damage the floor). Note Warm water (max. 50°C) will increase the cleaning effect. Use the wash floor nozzle. Work without the hard surface insert. Please only use the carpet cleaner RM 519. Use the wash floor nozzle. Slide the attachment for hard surfaces onto the spray ex floor nozzle from the side. The bristles should point towards the back. Use the wash hand nozzle. Note: You can remove the water reservoir to fill it or you can fill it directly on the appli- ance. Illustration Flip the reservoir cover up. Add 100 - 200 ml (volume depends on degree of contamination) of RM 519 into the fresh water reservoir, then add tap water - do not overfill. Close the reservoir cover. Illustration Insert the mains plug into the socket. Press the switch for suction (position I), suction turbine is running. Illustration Close fully the surrounding air separa- tor at the handle. Illustration Press the switch for spraying (position I), the detergent pump is ready. Illustration Use the lever on the spray handle to spray on detergent solution. Illustration For continuous spray, the spray lever can be locked; for this, activate the spray lever and pull the locking key to- ward the rear. Run across the surface to be cleaned in overlapping paths. Pull the nozzle back- wards (do not push). Operations Wet cleaning of carpets/hard surfaces/upholstery Wet cleaning of carpeted floors Wet cleaning of hard surfaces Wet cleaning of upholstery Fill up fresh water reservoir Start working 15EN– 9 Note: If the container is full, a float closes the suction opening, and the appliance works at a higher speed. Switch off the ap- pliance immediately, and empty the con- tainer. Switch the appliance off by pressing the switch for suction and spraying (position 0). Separate the spray/suction hose and the spray hose from the appliance. Note: Possibly remaining water can drip out, therefore you should place these into the shower or bathtub. Remove the accessories and the fresh water reservoir and unlatch the motor casing. Remove the motor casing and empty the reservoir. – Always work from the light to the shade (from the window to the door). – Always work from the cleaned to the un- cleaned surface. – Rugs with jute backing can shrink if too much water is used and can bleed col- ours. – Brush high-fiber rugs in the direction of the weave after cleaning (using a fiber brush or a scrubber). – Water-proofing the fabric using Care Tex RM 762 after the wet cleaning pre- vents a quick resoiling of the textile sur- face. – Do not step on cleaned surfaces until they have dried and do not place furni- ture on them to avoid pressure spots or rust stains. Turn on suction and spraying (position I). Spray and simultaneously suction off detergent solution in one work cycle. Switch off the spray switch and suction off the remaining cleaning solution. After cleaning the carpets, reclean them using clear, warm water and waterproof if needed. Switch on sprayer (position I). Apply detergent solution and soak for 10 to 15 minutes (suction is switched off). Clean the surface just like you would with light/normal soiling. After cleaning the carpets, reclean them using clear, warm water and waterproof if needed. Rinse the spray tubes in the appliance as follows: Fill the detergent container with about 1 liter of clear water. Hold the nozzle above the drain, and switch on the spraying pump until the clear water has been consumed. Caution Always work with the filter bag inserted, ex- cept when a cartridge filter is used (option). The reservoir and accessories must be dry to prevent parts from sticking together. Illustration Insert a filter bag. Illustration Use the adapter for wet/dry vacuuming Attach the adapter to the handle, turn the locking handle to secure it. Select the desired accessories and at- tach to the spray/suction pipes or direct- ly to the attachment. Switch on suction (position I). Emptying the reservoir during operation Cleaning tips/mode of operation Cleaning methods Light/normal contamination Heavy soiling or stains End wet cleaning process Dry vacuum cleaning 16 EN– 10 Illustration Insert the hard surface inlay into the floor nozzle. The bristles should point towards the front. Illustration Work without the hard surface insert. Use the surrounding air separator to adapt the suction force. Note: Close the surrounding air separator again after use! 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 ap- pliance immediately, and empty the con- tainer. Use wash nozzles to vacuum moisture or wetness. If you use a crevice nozzle: Attach and secure the adapter for wet/ dry vacuuming. Install the crevice noz- zle directly to the adapter. Switch on suction (position I). Illustration Open the surrounding air separator if water is suctioned from a tank. Close it again after use. Empty the full reservoir (refer to chapter "Empty reservoir"). Turn off the appliance. Empty the full reservoir (refer to chapter "Empty reservoir"). Rinse the reservoir thoroughly with clear water. Separate the handle, the spray/suction hoses and the wash nozzle from each other; open locking lever to achieve this (centre position), Flush the accessories separately under running water and let air dry. Clean the foam filter under running wa- ter; let it dry before reinserting it. Leave the appliance open to let it dry. Storing the appliance. Store the ac- cessories on the appliance and store in dry rooms. Danger Turn off the appliance and remove the mains plug prior to any care and mainte- nance work. Repair works may only be performed by the authorised customer service. 몇 Warning Do not use abrasives, glass or universal cleaners! Never immerse the appliance in water. With an uneven spray jet. Illustration Loosen nozzle attachment and pull out, clean or replace spray nozzle. 1 x year or as needed. Illustration Turn the lock and loosen it. Take out the sieve and rinse it with water. Fill up fresh water reservoir. Check the fresh water reservoir for cor- rect fit. Detergent pump defective, contact Cus- tomer Service. Clean the spray nozzle of the wash noz- zle. Vacuuming hard surfaces Vacuuming carpeted floors Wet vacuum cleaning Shutting down Maintenance and Care Clean the spray nozzle Clean the sieve in the fresh water reservoir Faults No water exiting from nozzle Spray stream uneven 17EN– 11 Close the surrounding air separator at the handle. See diagram 11 Accessories, suction hose or suction tubes are clogged, please remove the obstruction. Filter bag is full, insert a new filter bag ( for the order no. please see the spare parts list at the end of the present in- structions Cleaning the foam filter Fill up fresh water reservoir. Plug in the main plug. The overheat alarm has been triggered, please allow appliance to cool down. Subject to technical modifications! Insufficient vacuum performance Detergent pump noisy Appliance is not running Specifications Voltage 1~ 50/60 Hz p. 11