KARCHER WD 5 P Wet and Dry Vacuum Instructions

: June 11, 2024
: Karcher

KARCHER WD 5 P Wet and Dry Vacuum

Product Information

The product is a vacuum cleaner available in different models:
WD 5, WD 5 S, WD 5 P, WD 5 P S, WD 6 P, WD 6 P S, KWD 5, KWD 5 S, KWD 5 P, KWD 5 P S, KWD 6 P, and KWD 6 P S. The product comes with safety instructions that should be read before using the device. The safety instructions include hazard levels and general safety instructions to ensure hazard-free operation. The device should only be operated with alternating current and should not be immersed in water. Users should always check the power supply cable for damage before operation and protect it from heat, oil, and sharp edges. The device should be switched off and unplugged before performing cleaning/maintenance.

Product Usage Instructions

Read the safety instructions and the original instructions before using the device for the first time.
Check the voltage indicated on the type plate to match the voltage of the power source.
Never touch the mains plug and socket with wet hands.
Only operate the device via a fault current protection switch (maximum 30 mA).
Do not immerse the device in water.
Connect the device to an electrical connection which has been set up by a qualified electrician as per IEC 60364-1.
Check the power supply cable with mains plug for damage before operation each time.
Do not put the device into operation with a damaged power supply cable.
Switch off the device at the main switch/device switch and pull the mains plug in case of longer breaks in operation and after use.
Switch off the device and unplug the mains plug before performing cleaning/maintenance.
Pull the power supply cable fully out of the device when using the device.
Do not carry/transport the device using the power supply cable.
Do not pull the mains plug out the socket using the power supply cable.
In case of any foam formation or escaping liquids, switch off the device immediately and remove the mains plug.
Do not use the device in explosive atmospheres or to vacuum up combustible gases, liquids, dusts, or reactive metal.

Safety instructions

Read these safety instructions and the original instructions before using the device for the first time. Act in accordance with them. Keep the book for future reference or for future owners.

In addition to the notes in the operating instructions, you also need to take into consideration the general safety regulations and accident prevention guidelines applicable by law.
Warnings and information notices attached to the device provide important information for hazard-free operation.

Hazard levels
DANGER

Indication of an imminent threat of danger that will lead to severe injuries or even death.

WARNING

Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to severe injuries or even death.

CAUTION

Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to minor injuries.

ATTENTION

Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to damage to property.

General safety instructions
DANGER

Risk of asphyxiation. Keep pack-aging film out of the reach of children.

WARNING

Only use the device for its proper use. Take into account the local conditions and beware of third parties, in particular children, when working with the device.
Persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities and persons lacking experience and knowledge may only use the appliance if they are properly supervised, have been instructed on use of the appliance safely by a person responsible for their safety, and understand the resultant hazards involved.
Only people who have been instructed on how to use the device, or have proven their ability to operate it, and have been explicitly instructed to use it, must use the device. Children must not operate the device.
Children from the minimum age of 8 may use the appliance if they are properly supervised or have been instructed in its use by a person responsible for their safety, and if they have understood the resultant hazards involved.
Children must be supervised to prevent them from playing with the appliance.
Children may only perform cleaning work and user maintenance under supervision.

CAUTION

Safety devices are provided for your own protection. Never modify or bypass safety devices.

Risk of electric shock
DANGER

**** Only connect the device to alternating current. The voltage indicated on the type plate must match the voltage of the power source.
Never touch the mains plug and socket with wet hands.
Only operate the device via a fault current protection switch (maximum 30 mA).
Do not immerse the device in water.

WARNING

Only connect the device to an electrical connection which has been set up by a qualified electrician as per IEC 60364-1.
Check the power supply cable with mains plug for damage before operation each time. Do not put the device into operation with a damaged power supply cable. Have a damaged power supply cable replaced immediately by the authorized customer service / qualified electrician.
Do not damage the power supply and extension cable by running over it, crushing or yanking it or similar. Protect the power supply cable from heat, oil and sharp edges.

CAUTION

In case of longer breaks in operation and after use, switch off the device at the main switch / device switch and pull the mains plug.
Switch off the device and unplug the mains plug before performing cleaning/maintenance.
When using the device, pull the power supply cable fully out of the device. If the cable is wrapped around the cable hook, you must undo it completely.
Do not carry/transport the device using the power supply cable.
Do not pull the mains plug out the socket using the power supply cable.

Wet vacuum cleaning

WARNING

In case of any foam formation or escaping liquids, switch off the device immediately and remove the mains plug.

Operation

DANGER

Operation in explosive atmospheres is prohibited.
Risk of explosion
Never use the device to vacuum up combustible gases, liquids or dusts.
Never use the device to vacuum up reactive metal dusts (e.g. aluminium, magnesium, zinc).
Never use the device to vacuum up undiluted brine or acids.
Never use the device to vacuum up any burning or smouldering objects/matter.

These substances can corrode the materials in use on the device.

WARNING

Risk of injury. Do not use the nozzle and suction pipe at head height.

CAUTION

Never leave the device unsupervised while it is in operation.
Accidents or damage due to the device falling over. Before all actions with or on the device, you must make sure that it is stable.

ATTENTION

Protect the device from extreme weather conditions, moisture and heat.
Never use the device without a filter, this can lead to device damage.

Care and service

WARNING

Switch off the device immediately and remove the mains plug before performing any care and service work.

CAUTION

Have repair work and work on electrical components carried out by the authorized customer service only.

ATTENTION
Do not use scouring agents, glass or multi-purpose cleaner for cleaning.

Transport

CAUTION

In order to prevent accidents or injuries, you must observe the weight of the device when transporting it.

Intended use

Only use the device in private households. In accordance with the descriptions and the safety information in these operating instructions, the device is in- tended for use as a wet and dry vacuum cleaner. Cold ashes may only be vacuumed with suitable accessories. Protect the device from rain and do not store it outdoors.

Note
The manufacturer accepts no liability for possible damage caused by improper use or incorrect operation.

Environmental protection

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil, which – if handled or disposed of incorrectly – can pose a potential threat to human health and the environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the appliance. Appliances 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.com/REACH

Accessories and spare parts

Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at www.kaercher.com.

Scope of delivery

The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the packaging. Check the contents for completeness when unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage, please notify your dealer.

Warranty

The warranty conditions issued by our relevant 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 defect is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorized customer service site.
(See overleaf for the address)

Description of the device

The illustrations show the device with the best possible equipment (WD 6 P S / KWD 6 P S). Depending on the model selected, there are differences in the equipment. The specific equipment is described on the device packaging.
For the illustrations, refer to the graphics page. KARCHER WD 5 P Wet and Dry
Vacuum 01

Suction hose connection
Rotary switch
(with power regulation for devices with a socket)
Power socket
Blower function
Filter cleaning button
Parking position handle
Carrying handle
Recessed grip
Storage area
Filter box and unlocking button
Cable hook
Suction hose storage (both sides)
Rating plate with technical data (e.g. container size)
Accessory storage
Mains connection with mains plug
Parking position for floor nozzle
Steering roller
Drain screw
Filter bag
Flat pleated filter
Removable handle with electrostatic protection
Suction hose with connection piece
Suction tubes 2 x 0.5 m
Crevice nozzle
Floor nozzle
Flexible tool hose
Adapter for connecting power tools
Reset switch

Mount the steering rollers and support for the accessory holder

The carrying handle also serves to lock the device head and container. To unlock, swivel the bracket all the way forward until the lock is free.
Before initial startup, remove the contents from the container and mount the steering rollers.
Clip the support for the accessory mounting on the back of the device head.

Note
For versions with stainless steel tubes, remove the protective cover before initial startup.

Initial startup

Inserting the filter bag

Fully unfold the filter bag.
Attach the filter bag to the device connection and press it on firmly.
Fit and lock the device head.

Installing the hose, pipes, floor nozzle

Connect the suction hose.
Connect the suction hose to the handle. Note
For convenient vacuuming in confined spaces, the handle can be removed, and the accessories plugged directly onto the suction hose.
To release the handle, the grey areas on both sides of the handle must be pressed, and the handle pulled from the hose.
Connect the floor nozzle to the suction pipes.

Use the position with the brush strips extended to vacuum dry dirt.
Use the position with squeegees extended to suck up damp dirt / water.

Starting up the device

Plug the mains plug into the socket.
Devices without a socket
Set the trigger into the desired position.
- Position “1 ON”: The suction / blowing function is activated.
- Position “0 OFF”: The device is switched off.
  Devices with a socket
Set the trigger into the desired position.

“MAX” position: The suction / blowing function is activated.
MAX position : When the power tool is connected, the suction is activated automatically.
Position “0 OFF”: The device is switched off.

Note
As long as the device is supplied with power, the device socket can be used as a power source.

Limited for Switzerland only: The socket outlet shall only be used during operation in dry condition.

Operation

ATTENTION
Flat pleated filter missing
Device damage
Always work with the flat pleated filter inserted.

Note
Pay attention to the latest part numbers when purchasing and installing filter bags and flat pleated filters. Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at www.kaercher.com.

Dry vacuuming
ATTENTION
Vacuuming cold ashes Device damage
Only vacuum cold ash with an ash pre-separator.

ATTENTION
Defective or wet flat pleated filter
Device damage
Before initial startup, check the flat pleated filter for damage and replace it if necessary.
Only vacuum with a dry flat pleated filter.

Note
Replace the filter bag in good time, as a filter bag that is too full could be damaged. The fill degree of the filter bag depends on the amount of dirt vacuumed. The filter bag should be replaced more frequently when vacuuming fine dust, sand, etc.

Wet vacuuming
ATTENTION
Wet vacuuming with a filter bag
Device damage
Do not use a filter bag when vacuuming wet.

ATTENTION
Operation with full container
When the container is full, a float switch closes the suction opening and the device runs at a higher speed. Switch off the device immediately and empty the container.

Note
If the device falls over, the float can also close. To make the device capable of vacuuming again, set up the device, switch it off, wait 5 seconds and then switch it on again.

Working with power tools (only for devices with a built-in socket)
CAUTION
Unintentional starting of the power tool
Injury or property damage
Make sure that the power tool is ready for operation as soon as it is connected to the device socket.

Note
Depending on the model selected, an adapter or an adapter and a thin tool hose are included in the scope of delivery.

Connect the suction hose.
If necessary, the adapter can be adjusted to the connection diameter of the power tool with a suitable tool.
Option A) Put the adapter on the handle of the suction hose. Connect the suction hose to the adapter on the power tool.
Option B) For more flexibility when working, connect the adapter to the thin tool hose and the handle of the suction hose and connect it to the power tool. Option C) With some power tools, the handle of the suction hose can be connected directly to the power tool.
Plug the mains plug of the power tool into the device socket.
Set the trigger to MAX Set.
The power can be regulated using the rotary switch. The suction is activated automatically.

Note
Note the maximum connected load (see information on the device socket).

As soon as the power tool is switched on, the suction turbine starts up with a 0.5 second delay. If the power tool is switched off, the suction turbine continues to run for approx. 5 seconds in order to suck in the residual dirt in the suction hose.
If the device overloads and shuts down due to the use of power tools, the device can be restored to working order by pressing the reset switch.

Integrated filter cleaning system
Note
The filter cleaning system is designed for vacuuming large quantities of fine dust without a filter bag inserted. The filter cleaning system allows the soiled flat pleated filter to be cleaned at the push of a button and the suction performance to be increased again.

Place the handle of the suction hose in the designated parking position on the device head. Press the filter cleaning button three times with the device switched on, waiting 4 seconds between the individual actuations.

Note
After pressing the filter cleaning button several times, check the container for its filling volume. Otherwise dirt can escape when the container is opened

Blower function
The blower function can be used to clean areas that are difficult to reach or where vacuuming is not possible, e.g. leaves in a gravel bed.

Insert the suction hose into the blower connection. The blower function is now activated.

Interrupting operation

Set the trigger to “0 OFF”.
The device is switched off.
Variant 1: Place the handle of the suction hose in the intermediate parking position.
Variant 2: Attach the floor nozzle in the parking position.

Ending operation

Set the trigger to “0 OFF”. The device is switched off.
Pull out the mains plug.
Remove the device head.
Empty the container.
On the devices that have a drain screw, the container can be emptied via the drain screw.
Storage possibility:
Note
The suction hose can be wrapped around the device head and attached to the device head with the help of the hose collar.
Store the device in a dry and frost-proof room.

Care and service

General care instructions

Clean the device and plastic accessory parts with a commonly available plastic cleaner.
Rinse the container and accessories with water, as necessary, and dry them before further use.

Clean the filter box / flat pleated filter

Unlock the filter box and fold it out.
Remove the filter box.
Empty the filter box into a waste container. In the case of heavy soiling, tap the filter box against the edge of the waste container. The flat pleated filter does not have to be removed from the filter box.If necessary, clean the flat pleated filter separately.
To do this, remove the flat pleated filter from the filter box.
Clean the flat pleated filter under running water. Do not rub or brush off.

Allow the flat pleated filter to dry completely before reusing.
We recommend cleaning the flat pleated filter after each use.

Troubleshooting guide

Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can remedy yourself using the following overview. When in doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned here, please contact your authorized Customer Service.

Declining suction performance
Accessories, the suction hose or the suction tubes are clogged.

Remove the clog with a suitable aid.

The filter bag is full

Replace the filter bag.

The flat pleated filter is dirty.

Clean the flat pleated filter (see Chapter Clean the filter box / flat pleated filter).

The flat pleated filter is damaged.

Replace the flat pleated filter.

Technical data

Note
The technical data can be found on the type plate.

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