K RCHER KWD 1 Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner User Manual

: October 30, 2023
: K RCHER

Table of Contents

KARCHER KWD 1 Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
General notes
Intended use
Environmental protection
Accessories and spare parts
- Scope of delivery
Warranty
Description of the device
Installing the steering rollers
Operation
- Dry vacuuming
Care and service
Troubleshooting guide
References
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KARCHER KWD 1 Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner

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Product Information

The KWD 1 is a wet and dry vacuum cleaner designed for use in private households. It comes with a saugschlauchanschluss, two saugrohre, a filterbeutel, a schaumstofffilter, a patronenfilter, and a netzanschlussleitung with a netzstecker. It also has a blas funktion and bankroll for easy maneuverability. The device has a foldable trade griff for easy storage and transport. The technical details of the device can be found on the type child. The manufacturer only recommends using original accessories and spare parts to ensure safe and fault-free operation.

Product Usage Instructions

Before using the device for the first time, read the original operating instructions and enclosed safety instructions.
Check the contents of the package for completeness when unpacking.
Install the lenk rollen by attaching them to the device.
Insert the filterbeutel into the device.
Plug in the netzans chlussleitung to a power outlet.
To use the device for dry vacuuming, make sure that the filterbeutel and schaums to fffilter/patro new filter are clean, then turn on the device using the dress halter. To stop vacuuming, place the handgriff of the saugschlauch on the Zwischenparkposition.
To use the device for wet vacuuming, make sure to empty the filterbeutel and remove the schaums to the fffilter/patron enfilter. Turn on the device using the dress halter. To stop vacuuming, place the handgriff of the saugschlauch on the Zwischenparkposition.
To use the blasfunktion, attach the saugschlauch to the blasfunktion port and turn on the device using the drehschalter.
After using the device, clean the schaumstofffilter/patronenfilter and remove any debris from the filterbeutel. Store the device in a dry place.

Note: The manufacturer accepts no liability for possible damage caused by improper use or incorrect operation. Contact your dealer or authorized customer service site for warranty-related issues.

General notes

Read these original operating instructions and the enclosed safety instructions before using the device for the first time. Proceed accordingly. Keep both books for future reference or for future owners.

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 intended 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 the 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 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 KWD 1 model is available in two versions: A 1 device without the bumper and without steering rollers A 2 device without the bumper and with steering rollers 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.

Illustration A

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Suction hose connection
Turn switch
Parking position handle/accessory holder
Foldable carrying handle
Storage area
Type plate with technical data (e.g. container size)
Blowing function
Container closure
Mains connection cable with mains plug
Steering roller
Filter bag
Foam filter
Cartridge filter
Suction hose
Suction pipes 2 x 0.5 m
Crevice nozzle
Floor nozzle

Installing the steering rollers

Before initial startup, remove the contents from the container and mount the steering rollers. Illustration B Illustration C Only possible for the version with steering rollers (A 2).

Initial startup

ATTENTION
Vacuuming without a foam or cartridge filter Device damage Always ensure that the foam or cartridge filter is inserted, for both wet vacuuming and dry vacuuming.

Inserting the filter bag

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

Note
We recommend using a filter bag to vacuum fine dust.

Accessory application

Connect the suction hose. Illustration F
Install the floor nozzle.
- Install the insert in the floor nozzle.
- Connect the floor nozzle to the suction tubes. Illustration G

Starting up the device

Plug the mains plug into the socket. Illustration H
Set the trigger into the desired position. Illustration I
- Position “1 ON”: The suction / blowing function is activated.
- Position “0 OFF”: The device is switched off.

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

Operation

Note
Pay attention to the latest part numbers when purchasing and installing filter bags and cartridge 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 foam filter/cartridge filter

Device damage
Before starting up, check the foam filter/cartridge filter for damage, and replace it if necessary. The only vacuum with a dry foam filter/cartridge filter.
Depending on the equipment variant, a foam filter or a cartridge filter is included.

For devices with a foam filter: Always use the filter bag in addition to the foam filter when dry vacuuming.
For devices with a cartridge filter: Always use the filter bag in addition to the cartridge filter when vacuuming fine dust.

Note
Replace the filter bag in good time, as a filter bag that is too full could be damaged. The filling 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.

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. Illustration J

Interrupting operation

Set the trigger to “0 OFF”. The device is switched off.
Place the handle of the suction hose in the intermediate parking position. Illustration K

Ending operation

Set the trigger to “0 OFF”. The device is switched off.
Pull out the mains plug.
Remove the device head. Illustration B
Empty the container. Illustration L
Store the device in a dry and frost-proof room

Care and service

General care instructions

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

Clean the foam filter/cartridge filter

If necessary, the foam filter/cartridge filter can be cleaned under running water. To do this, remove the foam filter from the filter basket. The cartridge filter can be unlocked and removed by turning it toward the symbol.
Do not rub or scrub the foam filter/cartridge filter when cleaning it.
Allow the foam filter/cartridge filter to dry completely before using it again.
Depending on the filter type, reinsert as follows:
- Foam filter: Pull the filter over the filter basket and ensure that it is fixed correctly.
- cartridge filter: Install the filter on the filter basket, turn it toward the symbol, and ensure that it is fixed correctly. Illustration M Illustration N

Optional accessories
Note

For variants with a foam filter, a cartridge filter can be purchased later as a special accessory and used instead of the foam filter.
Before inserting the cartridge filter, remove the black cover cap and keep it with the foam filter for later use.
Put on the cartridge filter and screw it tight. Illustration M

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.