KARCHER VC 5 Parquet Universal Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

: June 12, 2024
: Karcher

Table of Contents

KARCHER VC 5 Parquet Universal Vacuum Cleaner
General notes
Operation
Care and maintenance
Troubleshooting
Technical specifications
References
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KARCHER VC 5 Parquet Universal Vacuum Cleaner

General notes

Please read these original operating instructions and the enclosed safety instructions prior to the initial use of your device. Proceed accordingly. Keep both booklets for future reference or subsequent owners.

Proper use
This universal vacuum cleaner is intended for the private use at home and not for commercial purposes. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage that may occur on account of improper use or wrong operation. Use the universal vacuum cleaner only with:

Original filters
Original spare parts, accessories and special accessories.
The universal vacuum cleaner is not suitable for:
Vacuuming off human beings or animals.
Vacuuming up:
Small living creatures (e.g. flies, spiders, etc.). Substances that are harmful for health, have sharp edges, are hot or glowing.
Moist or liquid substances.
Easily inflammable or explosive substances and gases.

VC 5 Parquet
VC 5 Premium Parquet
The parquet nozzle supplied is not suitable for use on carpets.

Environmental protection

The packaging material can be recycled. Please do not place the packaging into the ordinary re-fuse for disposal, but arrange for the proper re-cycling.

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.

Electrical and electronic devices often contain components which could potentially pose a danger to human health and the environment if handled or disposed of in-correctly. However, these components are necessary for the proper operation of the device. Devices marked with this symbol must not be disposed of with regular household rubbish.

Disposal of filters
The filters are made from environmentally friendly 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 warranty terms published by the relevant sales company are applicable in each country. We will repair potential failures of your appliance within the warranty period free of charge, provided that such failure is caused by faulty material or defects in manufacturing. In the event of a warranty claim please contact your dealer or the nearest authorized Customer Service center. Please submit the proof of purchase.

Customer Service
Our KÄRCHER branch will be pleased to help you further in the case of questions or faults. See address on the reverse.

Accessories and Spare Parts
Only use original accessories and spare parts, they ensure the safe and trouble-free operation of the device. For information about accessories and spare parts, please visit www.kaercher.com

Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery of your appliance is illustrated on the packaging. Check the contents of the appliance for completeness when unpacking.
In the event of missing accessories or any transport damage, please contact your dealer.

Operation

Description of the Appliance

Handle
Adjustable telescopic suction pipe
Suction control
On/Off button
Exhaust filter
Exhaust filter cover
Shift button
Switchable floor nozzle
Parking position
Unlocking the floor nozzle
Cable hook
Cable clip
Power cord with plug
Telescopic suction pipe cleaning opening
Main filter lock
Filter box
Long life filter with lock
Upholstery nozzle
Crevice nozzle
Furniture brush
Parquet nozzle

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Start up
Figures 1 to 5

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Cable hooks
Illustration 3

Both cable hooks can be folded out.
The lower cable hook can be rotated upwards to enable quick cable removal.

Adjusting the telescopic suction pipe
Illustration 4

If the device is parked in the parking position, first release the parking position.
In order to do this, hold the floor nozzle still with your foot and tip the device backwards slightly.
Hold the button down and adjust the suction pipe to the desired length.

Setting the vacuum cleaning performance
Illustration 5

Note
The desired suction power can be set individually by sliding the suction control.

Level 1 and 2: Low suction range
For vacuuming sensitive materials and light components, such as upholstered furniture, rugs, cushions, curtains, etc.
Level 3: Medium suction range
For daily vacuuming of lightly soiled surfaces and for cleaning low-pile carpets.
Level 4: High suction range

For vacuuming durable floor coverings, hard floors, high-pile carpets and heavily soiled surfaces.
Important notice! The device will shut down automatically if there is risk of overheating. Turn the device off and pull out the mains plug. Make sure, that the nozzle and suction pipe are not clogged, and that the filter does not need changing. After eliminating the fault, allow the device to cool down for a at least 1 hour; then the device will be ready for operation again.

Setting the switchable floor nozzle
Illustration 6

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Parquet nozzle
Illustration 7
Used to vacuum sensitive and smooth floors (parquet, marble, terracotta etc.).

Using accessories
Illustration 7

Upholstery nozzle: for cleaning upholstered furniture, mattresses, laced curtains, etc.
Crevice nozzle: for edges, joints and heaters
Furniture brush: for gentle cleaning of furniture and delicate objects, such as books, etc.

Finish operation
Illustration 8

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Transport, storage
Illustration 9

Roll-up the cable.
Engage the device (telescopic pipe is not extended) in parking position on the floor nozzle.
The device can also be stored in a horizontal position, for example on a shelf on in a cupboard.

Note
Store the appliance in a dry room.

Care and maintenance

Emptying the main filter
Recommendation: Empty main filter after every use.
For rest of procedure see:
Figure 10 to 11

Note
When you unscrew it, the filter is automatically cleaned and the dirt is removed.

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Emptying long life filter
Recommendation: Remove long life filter at the latest every 3 months, empty them and clean them if necessary.

ATTENTION
The amount that can be vacuumed up can vary depending on the vacuuming material.
For fine dust, in particular, emptying may be necessary earlier.
In order to ensure good filtration, replace long life filter with new filter every 2 years.
For rest of procedure see:
Figure 12 to 15

Notes

When you unscrew it, the filter is automatically cleaned and the dirt is removed.
Reinsert the long life filter in the filter box according to the marking and screw it in completely until the red safety rod is no longer visible.

ATTENTION

If the red safety rod is still visible, the filter box cannot be inserted into the device.
The filter lock must therefore be screwed in all the way.
Only install dry long life filters in the device.

Replacing exhaust filter

Recommendation: In order to ensure good filtration, replace the exhaust filter once a year.
Illustration 16

Remove the exhaust filter cover upwards at an angle along the edge of the device.
Press the exhaust filter together on both sides and remove.
Attach a new exhaust filter and lock in place.
Place the exhaust filter cover on the edge of the appliance, push it downwards and lock in place.

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Troubleshooting

Declining suction performance or the device automatically
switching off due to overheating can be caused by:

Blockage in accessories: Remove the blockage carefully with a narrow tool.
Illustration 17
Blockage in telescopic suction pipe: Lever the cover on the handle off with a screwdriver and then remove the blockage carefully with a narrow tool.
Check to see whether the filters are intact or damaged.
See chapter “Care and Maintenance”.