IVM 40242 H - Vacuum Cleaner Kärcher - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL IVM 40242 H Kärcher

• Die Unterzeichnenden handeln im Auftrag und mit Vollmacht der Geschäftsführung. Dokumentationsbevollmächtigter: A. Haag Kärcher Industrial Vacuuming GmbH Robert-Bosch-Straße 4-8 73550 Waldstetten (Germany) Tel.: [phone] Fax: [phone] Waldstetten, 24/04/01 Contents General instructions Read these original instruc- tions before using your device for the first time, adhere to the instructions contained therein and store them for later reference or subsequent owners. ● Be sure to read the safety instructions no. 5.956-249.0 prior to the initial start- up. ● If the operating instructions and safety instructions are not observed, the device can be damaged and dangers could arise for users and other persons. ● Notify the dealer immediately in the case of shipping damage. Safety information Hazard levels DANGER ● Indication of an imminent threat of danger that will lead to severe injuries or even death. 몇 WARNING ● Indication of a potentially dangerous situ- ation that may lead to severe injuries or even death. 몇 CAUTION ● Indication of a potentially dangerous situ- ation that may lead to minor injuries. General instructions p. 20
• Safety information p. 20
• Intended use p. 22
• Environmental protection p. 22
• Accessories and spare parts p. 22
• Scope of delivery p. 23
• Description of the unit p. 23
• Symbols on the device p. 23
• Initial startup p. 24
• Operation p. 25
• Transport p. 28
• Storage p. 28
• Care and maintenance p. 28
• Troubleshooting guide p. 31
• Disposal p. 32
• Warranty p. 32
• Technical data p. 32
• Declaration of Conformity English 21 ATTENTION ● Indication of a potentially dangerous situ- ation that may lead to damage to proper- ty. General safety instructions DANGER ● Only trained personnel are permitted to use the device and the sub- stances for which it is to be used, including the safe procedure for disposing of the vac- uumed material. ● An air exchange rate L must be present in the room when the ex- haust gas is returned into the room. To re- main within the required limit values, the volume flow of returned air must be no greater than 50% of the fresh air volume (room volume V p. 33

x air exchange rate L

Without special ventilation measures, the following applies: L

. ● This device contains dust that is harmful to your health. Emptying and maintenance, including re- moval of the dust bag, may only be per- formed by technical specialists wearing suitable personal protective equipment. ● Do not operate the device without the complete filtration system. ● Observe the applicable safety instructions for the mate- rials being vacuumed. ● The simultaneous collection of different combustible dusts in the collection container can lead to fires or explosion. 몇 WARNING ● You must not set up or op- erate the device in areas where there is a risk of dust or gas explosion. A dust explo- sive atmosphere inside the device is only allowed in front of the filter. Gas explosive atmospheres are prohibited inside the de- vice. ● The device is not suitable for the suctioning or vacuuming of flammable liq- uids (flammable, easily flammable, highly flammable according to Dangerous Sub- stances Directive 67/548/EEC) (flash point below 55 °C) and mixtures of flammable dusts and liquids. ● The device is not suita- ble for the vacuuming of dusts with ex- tremely low minimum ignition energy (ME <1 mJ), e.g. toner, mesh, aluminium powder, lead acid suitable. ● The device is not suitable for sucking up ignition sources and dusts with a glow temperature ≤ 190 °C. ● Every time before use, check whether the equipotential bonding conduc- tors (earthing conductors) are connected. ● The device must not be used or stored outdoors in wet conditions. ● Apply the parking brake at the steering roller to en- sure a secure footing for the device. The device may move uncontrollably if the park- ing brake is open. 몇 CAUTION ● In case of longer breaks in operation and after use, switch off the de- vice at the power switches and unplug the mains plug. ATTENTION ● Only use the device in- doors. ● Risk of crushing! Wear gloves when removing or installing the suction head, filter inlay or collection container. ● Risk of damage! Never vacuum without a filter or with a damaged filter. ● Wear safety shoes when operating the device. ● Only move the device at walking speed, and to move down a decline, have two workers steady the device as necessary. ● Be care- ful to ensure that there is no dust spillage when replacing accessories. ● Surface temperatures can rise to 135° C during nor- mal operation. ● Avoid kinking the suction hose unit. ● Carry out a regular visual in- spection of the hoses. Electrical connection The device may only be connected to an electrical connection which has been set up by a qualified electrician as per IEC 60364. For connected loads see Technical data and type plate. DANGER Danger of electric shock Danger of death Avoid damaging the power cables by driv- ing over them or otherwise crushing them, or by jerking them. Protect the cables from heat, oil and sharp edges. Check the mains connection of the device for damage every time before operation. Do not operate the device using a damaged22 English cable. Have any damaged cables replaced by a qualified electrician. Behaviour in the event of an emergency DANGER Risk of injury and damage in the event of a short-circuit or other electrical faults Danger of electric shock, danger of burns Switch off the device and unplug the mains plug. Behaviour in case of filter breakage / leakage:

1. Switch off the unit immediately.

The unit may not be operated without the fresh water filter.

2. Replace the filter.

Intended use The device is intended for: ● Wet and dry cleaning of floor and wall surfaces ● Extraction of dry, flammable, deposited dusts hazardous to health; dust class H according to EN 60335-2-69 ● Vacuuming of non-explosive substances ● Vacuuming of flammable dusts of all dust explosion classes (excluding dusts with a minimum ignition energy ME < 1 mJ) ● Vacuuming of dusts and coarse dirt ● Vacuuming of flammable dusts from a zone 22 if the device is installed outside of potentially explosive areas ● Vacuuming moist and liquid substances ● Industrial usee.g. in storage and produc- tion areas ● Commercial use, e.g. in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices, and rental companies. A corresponding Ex device must be used if there is a classified Ex zone at the device installation location. The device’s correct function is only guar- anteed when using suction hose nominal widths of DN40 and DN50. Any other use constitutes improper use. The device is not suitable for: ● Vacuuming of ignition sources and dusts with a glow temperature ≤ 190 °C ● vacuuming of explosive or equivalent substances as defined in §1 SprengG, explosive steam/air mixtures, as well as Al and Mg dusts ● vacuuming of flammable liquids (flam- mable, easily flammable, highly flamma- ble according to Dangerous Substances Directive 67/548/EEC) (flash point be- low 55 °C) and mixtures of flammable dusts and liquids ● vacuuming of magnesium dust or pow- der ● vacuuming of mixtures of flammable liq- uids and flammable dust ● Vacuuming of smouldering or hot parti- cles where this could otherwise result in a fire or an explosion ● Connection to a dust-generating ma- chine Environmental protection The packing materials can be recy- cled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental regula- tions. Electrical and electronic devices con- tain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil, which - if han- dled or disposed of incorrectly - can pose a potential danger to human health and the environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the device. Devices marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together with the household rubbish. Notes on the content materials (REACH) Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.de/REACH Accessories and spare parts DANGER Risk of explosion when used with non- permitted accessories Only use accessories permitted by the manufacturer and with the Ex label for type 22 usage.English 23 Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They ensure that the appliance will run safely and fault-free. Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at www.kaercher.com. Note No accessories are included in the scope of delivery. The accessories must be ordered separately depending on the application. Scope of delivery Check the contents for completeness when unpacking. In the event of shipping dam- age, please notify your dealer. Description of the unit For the illustrations, refer to the graphics page Illustration A 1 Steering roller with parking brake 2 Dirt receptacle 3 Sealing plug on the dirt receptacle 4 Sealing plug on the filter ring 5 Pressure gauge 6 Filter dedusting 7 Spacer lock 8 Suction turbine power switch 9 Suction head 10 filter 11 Sealing ring 12 Filter hold-down device 13 Type plate 14 Carrying handle 15 Mains cable 16 Cable clips 17 Spacer 18 Bow handle of the dirt receptacle 19 Push handle 20 Suction head lock 21 Filter ring 22 Suction hose port on the filter ring 23 Suction hose port on the dirt receptacle 24 Chassis Symbols on the device The device is suitable for vacuuming dusts up to dust class H.

WARNING: This device contains dusts that

are harmful to your health. Emptying and maintenance, including removal of the dust bag, may only be performed by appropri- ately trained personnel wearing suitable personal protective equipment. Do not switch on until the entire filter system has been installed and the volume flow control functionality has been checked. The unit is suitable for vacuuming combus- tible dusts, installation outside zone 22.

WARNING: This unit must not be placed in

any zone 22. If a zone 22 is present, an EX- device must be used. The maximum vacuum value in relation to the hose cross-section is specified on the label. The actual value can be read on the pressure gauge. For the values applicable to this device, see chapter Reading the minimum volumetric flow. If this value is not reached, the filter must be cleaned (see chapter Dedusting the main filter) or re- placed (see chapter Replacing the main fil- ter). The various different hose cross- sections allow adaptation to the various dif-24 English ferent connection cross-sections of the ac- cessories. Initial startup 몇 WARNING Potential equalisation line not connect- ed correctly Electric shock Every time before use, check whether the equipotential bonding conductor (earthing conductors) are connected. 몇 WARNING Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through inhalation of dust. Do not vacuum without correctly installed filter elements, otherwise a danger to health from increased fine dust emission is present. ATTENTION Missing filter element Damage to the suction motor Do not vacuum without a filter element.

1. Bring the device into the working posi-

2. Secure the device with the parking

3. Ensure that the suction head is fitted

4. Insert the suction hose (not included in

the scope of delivery) into the selected suction connection (see chapter Select- ing the suction connection).

5. Seal the other suction hose port tightly

with the sealing plug (see chapter Clos- ing the suction connection).

8. Depending on the application, insert the

dust bag or the safety filter bag before dry vacuuming (see chapter Dry vacu- uming)

9. Attach the desired accessories (not in-

cluded in the scope of delivery) to the suction hose. Selecting the suction connection The suction hose can be plugged into 2 dif- ferent suction hose ports depending on the application. ● Suction hose port on the filter ring – Dry vacuuming with dust bag: Coarse dust, large quantities of suction mate- rial for a short time The dust bag is not included in the scope of delivery and can be ordered separate- ly, order no. 9.989-606.0 (5 pieces). – Wet vacuum cleaning ● Suction hose port on the dirt receptacle – Dry vacuuming with a safety filter bag: Fine dust, continuously large amounts of suction material The device is equipped with a dust bag with cable ties, order no. 6.904-420.0 (5 pieces). – Wet vacuum cleaning Dust bag (Order no. 9.989-606.0) Safety filter bag (Order no. 6.904-420.0) Main filter (Order no. 9.990-222.0) H14 filter (Order no. 9.993-005.0) Two suction hoses must not be con- nected to the vacu- um cleaner at the same time. One of the suction hose ports must be tightly closed with the seal- ing plug. When using the dust bag, the lower suc- tion hose port must be tightly closed.English 25 Closing the suction connection 몇 WARNING Risk of injury Damage to the skin, lungs and eyes through fine dust The suction connection must be closed us- ing the sealing plug after removing the suc- tion hose. Illustration B

1. Insert the sealing plug precisely into the

2. Push the sealing plug in all the way to

the end stop. Check the dirt receptacle filling level The dirt receptacle must be emptied when filled to the lower edge of the suction hose port on the dirt receptacle. The device does not switch off automatically if the maximum filling level is exceeded.

1. Check the dirt receptacle filling level reg-

ularly. Operation 몇 WARNING Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through inhalation of dust. Do not vacuum without correctly installed filter elements, otherwise a danger to health occurs from increased fine dust emission. Before each use, check that both filter ele- ments are correctly installed. ATTENTION Danger due to fine dust entering Risk of damage to the suction motor. Never remove the main filter element when vacuuming. Dry vacuuming 몇 WARNING Increased dust emission due to improp- er handling of the suction hose ports Respiratory diseases from inhalation of dust, malfunction of the device Do not connect 2 suction hoses to the de- vice at the same time. One of the suction hose ports must be tightly closed with the sealing plug. Be sure to use the dust bag only in connec- tion with the upper suction hose port, other- wise it will be sucked upwards during the suction process. The lower suction hose port must be tightly closed when using the dust bag. The upper suction hose port must be tightly closed when using the safety filter bag. Note All types of dust up to dust class H can be vacuumed with this device. The use of a dust collection bag is required by law. Note The device is an industrial vacuum cleaner for vacuuming dry, non-flammable dusts.

1. Select the suction connection depend-

ing on the suction material (see chapter Selecting the suction connection).

2. Fit the dust bag or the safety filter bag

depending on the selected suction con- nection (see chapter Fitting the dust bag/safety filter bag). Switching from wet to dry vacuuming ATTENTION Switching from wet to dry vacuuming Risk of damage to the filter Do not vacuum dry dust with a wet filter el- ement because this clogs the filter and can make it unusable.

1. Allow the wet filter to dry completely or

replace it with a dry filter before using the device for dry vacuuming.

2. Replace the filter if necessary.

Fitting the dust bag/safety filter bag

1. Secure the device with the parking

brakes. When using the safety filter bag, the upper suction hose port must be tightly closed.26 English Illustration C

2. Pull the bow handle up.

The dirt receptacle is unlocked and low- ered. Illustration D

3. Pull the dirt receptacle out of the device

by the bow handle. Inserting the dust bag Illustration E

4. Fit the dust bag in the dirt receptacle and

carefully position it against the container wall and the container floor.

5. Fold the edge of the dust bag over the

edge of the dirt receptacle to the outside. Fitting the safety filter bag Illustration F

6. Fit the safety filter bag.

7. Fold the edge of the safety filter bag out

over the edge of the dirt receptacle. 몇 WARNING Improper handling when locking the dirt receptacle Risk of crushing Under no circumstances should you hold your hands between the dirt receptacle and filter ring or allow them to come close to the lifting mechanism while locking it. Lock the dirt receptacle by operating the bow handle with both hands. Illustration H ATTENTION Static charge of the dirt receptacle Ignition of dusts Make sure that the grounding on the chas- sis is in contact with the dirt receptacle.

8. Fit the dirt receptacle and lock it with the

bow handle. Wet vacuum cleaning DANGER Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through inhalation of dust. No dusts harmful to health may be vacu- umed when performing wet vacuum clean- ing. ATTENTION Risk of damage if the dirt receptacle overflows The dirt receptacle can fill within a few sec- onds and overflow when vacuuming large amounts of liquids. Continuously monitor the filling level.

1. Remove the dust bag or the safety filter

bag before wet vacuum cleaning (see chapter Removing the dust bag/ safety filter bag). Removing the dust bag/ safety filter bag

1. Secure the device with the parking

3. Close the suction connection on the dirt

receptacle (see chapter Closing the suction connection). Illustration C

4. Pull the bow handle up.

The dirt receptacle is unlocked and low- ered. Illustration D

5. Pull the dirt receptacle out of the device

by the bow handle. Removing the dust bag Illustration I

6. Turn up the dust bag.

7. Seal the dust bag tightly with the cable

9. Dispose of the dust bag in accordance

with statutory regulations. Removing the safety filter bag Illustration J 10.Fold up the safety filter bag. Illustration K 11.Peel off the protective film. 12.Close the safety filter bag with the self- adhesive flap. 13.Pull the safety filter bag out towards the rear. Illustration L 14.Seal the suction connection opening of the safety filter bag tightly with the cover. Illustration M 15.Close the safety filter bag tightly with the attached cable tie.English 27 16.Remove the safety filter bag from the dirt receptacle. 17.Clean the interior of the dirt receptacle with a moist cloth. 18.Dispose of the used safety filter bag in dust-tight bag in accordance with statu- tory regulations. 몇 WARNING Improper handling when locking the dirt receptacle Risk of crushing Under no circumstances should you hold your hands between the dirt receptacle and filter ring or allow them to come close to the lifting mechanism while locking it. Lock the dirt receptacle by operating the bow handle with both hands. Illustration H ATTENTION Static charge of the dirt receptacle Ignition of dusts Make sure that the grounding on the chas- sis is in contact with the dirt receptacle. 19.Fit the dirt receptacle and lock it with the bow handle. Ending wet vacuum cleaning 몇 WARNING Improper disposal of waste water Environmental pollution Observe the local waste water treatment regulations.

2. Clean the dirt receptacle with a moist

cloth and dry it off. Switching on the device

1. Plug the mains plug into the socket.

2. Switch on the device via the suction tur-

bine power switches. Note Always switch the suction turbines on and off one after the other. For the correct func- tion of the pressure gauge for monitoring the minimum volume flow, all suction tur- bines must be switched on.

3. Start the vacuuming process.

Reading the minimum volumetric flow A pressure gauge showing the vacuum in- side the device is mounted on the front of the device. The main filter must be cleaned when the maximum vacuum (see table) is reached (see chapter Dedusting the main filter). This value depends on the device performance and the suction hose used. If the vacuum is not significantly reduced by dedusting, the filter must be replaced (see chapter Replacing the main filter). ATTENTION Exceeding the maximum vacuum Suction loss If the specified value is exceeded, the air speed in the suction hose drops below 20 m/s. Clean or replace the filter. Dedusting the main filter The main filter must be cleaned if the pres- sure gauge shows the maximum vacuum (see chapter Reading the minimum volu- metric flow). Illustration N

1. Close the inlet opening or the suction

hose during the suction process.

2. Pull the flap of the filter dedusting sys-

tem 3-4 times and hold it open for 1- 2 seconds each time. Switching off the device

1. Switch off the device via the suction tur-

bine power switches.

2. Pull out the mains plug.

Each time after use Emptying the dirt receptacle The dirt receptacle must be emptied when necessary and after each use. The inlet opening or the suction hose are closed. Nominal width of the suction hose Maximum vacuum DN40 13.15 kPa (131.5 mbar) DN50 10.0 kPa (100 mbar) DN70 ---28 English

1. Switch on the device via the suction tur-

bine power switches.

2. Dedust the main filter (see chapter De-

dusting the main filter).

3. Switch off the device via the suction tur-

bine power switches.

4. Secure the device with the parking

brakes. Illustration C

5. Pull the bow handle up.

The dirt receptacle is unlocked and low- ered. Illustration D

6. Pull the dirt receptacle out of the device

7. Empty the dirt receptacle. To do this, re-

move the dust bag / safety filter bag if necessary (see chapter Removing the dust bag/ safety filter bag). 몇 WARNING Improper handling when locking the dirt receptacle Risk of crushing Under no circumstances should you hold your hands between the dirt receptacle and filter ring or allow them to come close to the lifting mechanism while locking it. Lock the dirt receptacle by operating the bow handle with both hands. Illustration H ATTENTION Static charge of the dirt receptacle Ignition of dusts Make sure that the grounding on the chas- sis is in contact with the dirt receptacle.

8. Fit the dirt receptacle and lock it with the

bow handle. Cleaning the device 몇 WARNING Improper disposal of waste water Environmental pollution Observe the local waste water treatment regulations.

1. Vacuum the inside and outside of the de-

vice and clean with a moist cloth. A vacuum cleaner with the same or bet- ter classification must be used for vacu- uming the device.

2. If necessary, rinse the accessories (not

included in the scope of delivery) with water and dry them. Storing the device

2. Store the device in a dry room and se-

cure it against unauthorised use. Transport 몇 CAUTION Failure to observe the weight Risk of injury and damage Be aware of the weight of the device during transportation. The dirt receptacle is emptied.

1. Close both suction connections for dust-

free transport (see chapter Closing the suction connection).

2. Release the parking brakes and push

the device by the push handle.

3. Grasp the device by the chassis and the

push handle for loading.

4. Secure the device against slipping and

tipping over when transporting in vehi- cles. Storage 몇 CAUTION Failure to observe the weight Risk of injury and damage Be aware of the weight of the device during storage. The dirt receptacle is emptied.

1. Store the device indoors only.

Care and maintenance DANGER Inadvertently starting up device, touch- ing live components Risk of injury, electric shock Switch off the device before performing any work on the device. Remove the mains plug. DANGER Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through inhalation of dust.English 29 Wear a breathing protection mask of class P2 or higher and disposable clothing when performing maintenance work (e.g. filter change). DANGER Inadequate filtration Respiratory sicknesses through inhalation of dust. The effectiveness of the filtration of the de- vice can be tested by the test method spec- ified in EN 60 335-2-69 22.AA.201.2. This test must be carried out at least annually or more frequently if specified in national re- quirements. If the test result is negative, repeat the test with a new filter. 몇 WARNING Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through inhalation of dust. Safety devices providing hazard protection must be checked for correct safety-related functionality at least annually by the manu- facturer or an appropriately instruction per- son, e.g. absence of leaks, filter damage, functionality of the monitoring devices. ATTENTION Care agents containing silicone These can attach plastic components. Do not use care agents containing silicone for cleaning. Dust extraction machines are safety devic- es for the prevention or elimination of haz- ards according to the German BGV A1. ● For servicing performed by the user, the device must be disassembled, cleaned and maintained only to the degree that this is possible without presenting a dan- ger to the maintenance personnel and other persons. Suitable precautionary measures include detoxification before disassembly. Make provisions for local forced ventilation at the location where the device is to be disassembled, for cleaning the maintenance surface and to ensure adequate protection for the personnel. ● The exterior of the device should be de- toxified by vacuuming and wiped clean, or treated with sealant before being re- moved from the hazardous area. All unit parts must be regarded as contaminated when they are taken from the hazardous area. Suitable measures must be taken to prevent distribution of the dust. ● All contaminated objects resulting from maintenance and repair work that can- not be satisfactorily cleaned must be correctly disposed of. Such objects must be disposed of in sealed bags in accord- ance with the applicable regulations for the disposal of this type of waste. ● The suction hose ports are to be closed using the sealing plugs during transport and maintenance of the device.

1. Note that you can carry out simple main-

tenance and care work yourself.

2. Clean the surface of the device and the

interior of the container regularly with a moist cloth.

3. Carry out a regular visual inspection for

clogging of the hoses. Inspection and maintenance work Have the device regularly inspected ac- cording to the respective national accident prevention regulations. Maintenance work as specified by the manufacturer must be performed by a technically qualified person at the specified regular intervals and in ac- cordance with the applicable regulations and safety requirements. Work on electrical components may only be performed by a qualified electrician. Please contact a KÄRCHER branch office if you have any questions. Replacing the main filter DANGER Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through inhalation of dust. Accumulated dust must be transported in dust-proof containers. Do not transfer the contents. The dust bag may only be dis- posed of by qualified staff.30 English 몇 WARNING Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through inhalation of dust. Do not use the main filter element after re- moving it from the device. Permanently installed filters may only be replaced by an expert in a suitable area, e.g. a decontamination station.

1. Secure the device with the parking

2. Switch off the device at the power

4. Unlock and remove the suction head.

5. Unlock and remove the spacer.

6. Remove the contaminated main filter.

7. Immediately after removing the contam-

inated main filter from the unit, place it in a bag and seal the bag tightly.

8. Dispose of the contaminated main filter

according to legal requirements.

9. Check the sealing ring for damage.

10.Remove any dirt deposits from the clean air side. 11.Fit the new main filter in reverse order. Make sure that the filter hold-down de- vice is centred in the filter pockets. 12.Fit and lock the spacer. 13.Fit and lock the suction head. Replacing the H filter

1. Secure the device with the parking

2. Switch off the device at the power

4. Unlock and lift the suction head.

5. Release the vacuum hose at the suction

head and remove the suction head.

6. Unscrew the hexagon screw anticlock-

wise using a suitable tool.

7. Remove the seals and the contaminated

H-filter from the suction head.

8. Immediately after removing the contam-

inated H-filter from the unit, place it in a bag and seal the bag tightly.

9. Dispose of the contaminated H-filter ac-

cording to legal requirements. 10.Remove any dirt deposits from the clean air side. 11.Fit the new H filter in the reverse order. Make sure that the seals and the vacu- um hose are correctly seated. 12.Apply a suitable agent (e.g. Loctite 243) to the thread of the hexagon screw to prevent unintentional loosening. 13.Tighten the hexagon screw clockwise. 14.Fit and lock the suction head. Replace dust bag

1. Secure the device with the parking

brakes. Illustration C

2. Pull the bow handle up.

The dirt receptacle is unlocked and low- ered. Illustration D

3. Pull the dirt receptacle out of the device

by the bow handle. Illustration I

4. Turn up the dust bag.

5. Seal the dust bag tightly with the cable

7. Dispose of the dust bag in accordance

with statutory regulations. Illustration E

8. Insert the new dust bag in the dirt recep-

tacle and carefully place it against the container wall and the container floor.

9. Fold the edge of the dust bag over the

edge of the dirt receptacle to the outside. 몇 WARNING Improper handling when locking the dirt receptacle Risk of crushing Under no circumstances should you hold your hands between the dirt receptacle and filter ring or allow them to come close to the lifting mechanism while locking it. Lock the dirt receptacle by operating the bow handle with both hands. Illustration HEnglish 31 ATTENTION Static charge of the dirt receptacle Ignition of dusts Make sure that the grounding on the chas- sis is in contact with the dirt receptacle. 10.Fit the dirt receptacle and lock it with the bow handle. Replacing the safety filter bag DANGER Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through inhalation of dust. Accumulated dust must be transported in dust-proof containers. Do not transfer the contents. The dust bag may only be dis- posed of by qualified staff.

1. Secure the device with the parking

2. Remove the suction hose.

3. Close the suction connection on the dirt

receptacle (see chapter Closing the suction connection). Illustration C

4. Pull the bow handle up.

The dirt receptacle is unlocked and low- ered. Illustration D

5. Pull the dirt receptacle out of the device

by the bow handle. Illustration J

6. Fold up the safety filter bag.

7. Peel off the protective film.

8. Close the safety filter bag with the self-

9. Pull the safety filter bag out towards the

rear. Illustration L 10.Seal the suction connection opening of the safety filter bag tightly with the cover. Illustration M 11.Close the safety filter bag tightly with the attached cable tie. 12.Remove the safety filter bag from the dirt receptacle. 13.Clean the interior of the dirt receptacle with a moist cloth. 14.Dispose of the used safety filter bag in dust-tight bag in accordance with statu- tory regulations. Illustration F 15.Fit the new safety filter bag. Illustration G 16.Fold the edge of the safety filter bag out over the edge of the dirt receptacle. 몇 WARNING Improper handling when locking the dirt receptacle Risk of crushing Under no circumstances should you hold your hands between the dirt receptacle and filter ring or allow them to come close to the lifting mechanism while locking it. Lock the dirt receptacle by operating the bow handle with both hands. Illustration H ATTENTION Static charge of the dirt receptacle Ignition of dusts Make sure that the grounding on the chas- sis is in contact with the dirt receptacle. 17.Fit the dirt receptacle and lock it with the bow handle. Troubleshooting guide DANGER Unintentional start-up of the device / electric shock Unintentional start-up of the suction motor can cause injuries. Voltage present on electrical parts can cause an electric shock. Switch off the device and unplug the mains plug before performing any work on the de- vice. Have all checks and work on electrical parts performed by an qualified technician. Note The device must be switched off immedi- ately in the event of a malfunction. The mal- function must be eliminated before switching the device on again. If the malfunction cannot be corrected, the device must be checked by the Customer Service department.32 English Suction turbine does not start up

1. Check the socket and the power supply

3. Switch the device on.

Suction power decreases

1. Close the unsealed suction connection

(see chapter Closing the suction con- nection).

2. Remove the blockages from the suction

nozzle, the suction pipe or the suction hose.

3. Replace the filled dust bag (see chapter

4. Replace the filled safety filter bag (see

chapter Replacing the safety filter bag).

5. Check that the suction head and the dirt

receptacle are correctly seated.

6. Dedust the main filter (see chapter De-

dusting the main filter).

7. Check the seating of the filter and cor-

8. Replace the main filter (see chapter Re-

placing the main filter). Escaping dust when vacuuming

1. Check the seating of the filter and cor-

2. Dedust the main filter (see chapter De-

dusting the main filter).

3. Replace the main filter (see chapter Re-

placing the main filter). Disposal At the end of its service life, the device is to be disposed of in accordance with statutory regulations. Warranty The warranty conditions issued by our rele- vant sales company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing flaw is the cause. In a war- ranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next author- ised customer service site. (See overleaf for the address) Further warranty information (if available) can be found in the service area of your lo- cal Kärcher website under "Downloads". Technical data Electrical connection Mains voltage V 220-

Effective main filter area m

Ambient conditions Storage temperature °C -10-40 Device performance data Container capacity l 40 Vacuum (max.) kPa 19.4 Max. volume flow with suction hose DN50, L=3 m

/h 245 Max. volume flow with suction hose DN40, L=3 m

/h 210 Max. volume flow with suction hose DN50, L=5 m

/h 230 Max. volume flow with suction hose DN40, L=5 m

Main filter order number 9.990-

• with elements of protection class II ar- rangement Subject to technical changes without no- tice. Declaration of Conformity We hereby declare that the machine de- scribed below complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements in the EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version placed in circulation by us. This declaration is invalidated by any changes made to the machine that are not approved by us. Product: Dry vacuum cleaner Product: Wet/dry vacuum cleaner Type: 9.990-xxx Currently applicable EU Directives 2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC) 2014/30/EU 2011/65/EU Harmonised standards used EN 60335-1 EN 60335-2-69 EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020 EN 55014-2: 2015

National standards used

The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the Executive Board. Documentation supervisor: A. Haag Kärcher Industrial Vacuuming GmbH Robert-Bosch-Straße 4-8 73550 Waldstetten (Germany) Ph.: [phone] Fax: [phone] Waldstetten, 24/04/01 We hereby declare that the product de- scribed below complies with the relevant provisions of the following UK Regulations, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version put into circulation by us. This declaration shall cease to be valid if the product is modified without our prior approval. Product: Dry vacuum cleaner Product: Wet/dry vacuum cleaner Type: 9.990-xxx Currently applicable UK Regulations S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended) S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended) S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended) Designated standards used EN 60335-1 EN 60335-2-69 EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020 EN 55014-2: 2015

Sound pressure level L

Cable length m 10 EU Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity (UK)34 Français Non-designated standards used IEC 60335-1

National standards used

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