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USER MANUAL WD3 PREMIUM KARCHER

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WD 3 WD 3 Premium WD 3 P WD 3 P Premium Contents General notes Description of the Appliance Operation Care and maintenance Troubleshooting Technical specifications 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. General notes Proper use In accordance with the descriptions and the safety information in these operating instructions the appliance is intended for use as a multi-purpose vacuum cleaner. 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 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 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 environmentfriendly 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 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.

Our KÄRCHER branch will be pleased to help you further in the case of questions or faults. 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. Safety instructions DANGER – 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. To avoid risks, arrange immediately the exchange by an authorized customer service or a skilled electrician, if the power cord is damaged. – 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). – Turn off the appliance and remove the mains plug prior to any care and maintenance work. – Repair works may only be performed by the authorised customer service. EN – 5 WARNING – This appliance is not intended for use by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental capacities or lacking experience and/or skills, unless such persons 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 may only use this appliance if they are over the age of 8 and supervised by a person in charge of their safety, or if they have received instructions on the use of this appliance and have understood the resulting risks. – Children must not play with this appliance. – 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/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. – Immediately switch the appliance off or pull the power plug if foam forms or liquids escape! – Do not use abrasives, glass or universal cleaners! Never immerse the appliance in water. 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. Hazard levels DANGER Pointer to immediate danger, which leads to severe injuries or death. 몇 WARNING Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to severe injuries or death. EN – 6

몇 CAUTION Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to minor injuries. ATTENTION Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to property damage. Description of the Appliance Illustrations on fold-out page! These operating instructions describe the multi-purpose vacuum cleaners listed on the front cover. The illustrations show the maximum equipment; 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 Illustration To store the mains cable. Blowing connection Illustration Connect the suction hose to the blower connection, this will activate the blower function. Container closure Illustration Pull out to open, push in to lock. Parking position Illustration To rest the floor nozzle during work interruptions. Accessory mount Illustration The accessories compartment allows the storage of suction pipes and suction nozzles on the appliance. Steering roller Illustration To connect the suction hose during vacuuming. ON/OFF switch for appliance (without built-in socket) Illustration The steering rollers are located in the compartment when the appliance is delivered. These must be attached prior to starting up the appliance. Filter bag Illustration Position I: Suction or blowing Position 0: Appliance is switched off ON/OFF switch for appliance (with built-in socket) Note: Do not use a filter bag for wet vacuuming! Illustration Position I: Suction or blowing Position II: Automatic vacuuming with connected electric tool Position 0: Appliance and the connected electric tool are switched off Machine socket Note: Observe the maximum connected load (see Chapter "Technical data"). Illustration To connect an electric tool. Carrying handle To carry the appliance or to remove the appliance head after unlocking.

Cable hook Illustration Recommendation: To vacuum fine dust, use the filter bag. Cartridge filter Illustration 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. Suction hose with connecting piece Illustration Push the suction hose into the connection on the appliance, it snaps in place. In order to disconnect it, push down with your thumb and pull the suction hose out. Note: Accessories, such as suction brushes (optional) can be directly attached to the connecting piece and thus connected to the suction hose. For convenient working even in tight spaces. The removable handle can be attached between the accessories and the suction hose if necessary. See position 14. EN – 7 Recommendation: In order to vacuum the floor, attach the handle to the suction hose. Operation ATTENTION Always work with an inserted cartridge filter during wet as well as dry vacuum cleaning! Removable handle Illustration Connect the handle with the suction hose until it snaps in place. Before Startup Illustration To remove the handle from the suction hose, press the notch using your thumb and pull off the handle. Note: Due to removing the handle, accessories can be directly attached to the suction hose. Recommendation: In order to vacuum the floor, attach the handle to the suction hose. See position 13. Suction tubes 2 x 0.5 m Illustration Put both suction tubes together and connect them with the handle. Crevice nozzle For edges, joints, heaters and hard to reach locations. Floor nozzle (with inserts) Illustration For appliances with only one insert: Note: For vacuuming dry dirt or water off the floor always work with the insert (brush strip and rubber lip) in the floor nozzle. For appliances with two inserts: When vacuuming dry dirt off the floor, clip an insert with two brush strips into the floor nozzle. When vacuuming water off the floor, clip an insert with two rubber lips into the floor nozzle. Adapter Illustration Mount loose parts delivered with appliance prior to start-up. Start up Illustration Connect accessories. Illustration Plug in the mains plug. Illustration Turn on the machine. Dry vacuum cleaning ATTENTION Check the filter for damage prior to installation and replace as necessary. Work with a dry cartridge filter only! Illustration Recommendation: To vacuum fine dust, use the filter bag. Information filter bag

The filling level of the filter bag depends on the dirt that is sucked in. – The filter bag needs to be replaced more frequently while sucking in fine dust, sand, etc. – Clogged filter bags can burst - therefore make sure to replace the filter bag in a timely manner! ATTENTION Vacuum cold ashes only when using a pre-filter. Order no. basic design: 2.863-139.0, premium design: 2.863-161.0. Wet vacuum cleaning Illustration To connect the suction hose with an electric tool Adapt the adapter to the connection diameter of the electric tool using a knife if necessary. For vacuuming up moisture or wetness pay attention to the correct floor nozzle insert and connect the corresponding accessories. ATTENTION Do not use a filter bag! 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 Illustration Adapt the adapter to the connection diameter of the electric tool using a knife if necessary. Connect the adapter to the handle of the suction hose and connect it to the electric tool connection. Connect the mains plug of the electric power tool to the vacuum cleaner. Illustration Switch the vacuum cleaner to Position II and start working. EN – 8

Note: As soon as the electric tool is switched on, the suction turbine starts with a 0.5 second delay. If the electric tool is switched off, the suction turbine continues to run for approx. 5 seconds in order to vacuum up the remaining dirt in the suction hose. Technical specifications The Specifications are listed on page IV. The following is an explanation of the symbols. Voltage Blowing function Cleaning hard to reach locations or, where vacuuming is not possible, like leaves from a gravel bed. Output Pnom Max. connection output of appliance socket Illustration Connect the suction hose to the blower connection, this will activate the blower function. Interrupting operation Mains fuse (slow-blow) Turn off the appliance. Container capacity Illustration Hook the floor nozzle into the parking position. Water intake with handle Finish operation Turn off the appliance and disconnect the mains plug. Empty the container Water intake with floor nozzle Illustration Remove the appliance head and empty the reservoir. Storing the appliance Sound pressure level (EN 60704-2-1) Power cord Weight (without accessories) Subject to technical modifications! Illustration Stow away the mains cable and accessory at the machine. Store the appliance in a dry room. Care and maintenance 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. Troubleshooting Decreasing cleaning power If the cleaning power of the appliance deteriorates please check the following: Accessories, suction hose or suction pipes are clogged, please remove the obstruction using a stick. Illustration Filter bag is full, install new filter bag. Illustration Cartridge filter is dirty, knock off dirt from cartridge filter and clean under running water if necessary. Replace damaged cartridge filter.

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