KARCHER WD 4 V-20-5-22 Multi Purpose Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

: June 12, 2024
: Karcher

Table of Contents

KARCHER WD 4 V-20-5-22 Multi Purpose Vacuum Cleaner
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Safety instructions Wet/dry vacuum cleaner and dry vacuum cleaner
General safety instructions
Operation
Care and service
Information on disposal and return options according to the ElektroG
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

KARCHER WD 4 V-20-5-22 Multi Purpose Vacuum Cleaner

Product Information

The product is a wet/dry vacuum cleaner and dry vacuum cleaner. It is designed for cleaning purposes and can be used to remove both wet and dry debris. The device comes with safety features to ensure hazard-free operation. It operates on alternating current and should be connected to a power source with a matching voltage indicated on the type plate. The device should not be immersed in water.

Product Usage Instructions

Before using the device for the first time, read the safety instructions provided in the user manual.
Make sure to follow the general safety instructions mentioned in the manual.
Keep packaging film out of the reach of children to prevent the risk of asphyxiation.
The device should only be used for its intended purpose and by a responsible person who understands the hazards involved.
Children should be supervised when using the device and should only perform cleaning work and user maintenance under supervision.
Do not modify or bypass any safety devices provided with the device.
To avoid electric shock, connect the device only to alternating current and ensure that the voltage matches the power source.
Never touch the mains plug and socket with wet hands.
Operate the device via a fault current protection switch with a maximum rating of 30 mA.
Switch off the device at the main switch/device switch and unplug the mains plug during longer breaks in operation or after use.
Pull the power supply cable fully out of the device when using it, and make sure it is not wrapped around the cable hook.
Do not carry or transport the device using the power supply cable.
When unplugging the device, do not pull the mains plug out of the socket using the power supply cable.

For more detailed usage instructions and maintenance guidelines, refer to the user manual provided with the product.

Safety instructions Wet/dry vacuum cleaner and dry vacuum cleaner

Read these safety instructions and the original instructions before using the device for the first time. Act in accordance with them. Keep the two booklets 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 packaging 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 authorised 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 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.

Information on disposal and return options according to the ElektroG

(German implementation of the WEEE directive – valid in Germany) We would like to point out to owners of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) that WEEE in accordance with the applicable statutory regulations are to be collected separately from municipal waste. In the Batteries and accumulators contained in old electrical appliances that are not firmly enclosed by the WEEE, as well as Lamps that can be removed from the WEEE without being destroyed are to be sent to a Separating the collection point from this non- destructively and disposed of it for this purpose to supply Stationary specialist retailers of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) with a sales area of at least 400 qm are subject to certain take-back obligations of WEEE. The same applies to grocers with a Total sales area of at least 800 square meters, provided that they offer EEE several times a year or permanently and make it available on the market. If a new EEE is sold, it must be an EAG of the same device type take it back free of charge at the place of delivery or in the immediate vicinity (1:1 take-back); this also applies to Deliveries of the EEE to the customer. You can take them back free of charge in the shop or in the immediate vicinity In addition, up to three small WEEE < 25 cm, without this being linked to the purchase of an EEE (0:1 redemption). The above take-back obligations also apply to mail-order business, whereby the 1:1 take-back only applies to heat exchangers, display devices and large appliances. For 1:1 redemption of Lamps, small devices and small ITK devices as well as for the 0:1 return applies that mail-order company Must provide return options at a reasonable distance from the end user. As an online distributor of EEE that is subject to the obligation to take back, we, Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG, are also accordingly obligated. We comply with this obligation. You can find the exact contact details and drop-off locations below https://www.kaercher.com/de/onlineshop/onlineshop-infos.html. If you have any questions, you can also contact our service hotline. In addition, the return of WEEE is of course also possible at any official Delivery point of the public waste disposal authorities possible free of charge. As the end user, you are responsible for the deletion of personal data on the WEEE to be disposed of Responsible for delivery. The symbol of a crossed-out garbage can shown below and applied to EEE/WEEE indicates in addition to the obligation to collect data separately.

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