KARCHER NT 30-1 Tact Te H Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- Karcher
Table of Contents
- KARCHER NT 30-1 Tact Te H Vacuum Cleaner
- Product Information
- Product Usage Instructions
- Product Information
- Product Usage Instructions
- General notes
- Environmental protection
- Intended use
- Description of the device
- Preparation
- Initial startup
- Operation
- Transport
- Storage
- Care and maintenance
- Troubleshooting guide
- Warranty
- Accessories and spare parts
- Declaration of Conformity
- Technical data
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
KARCHER NT 30-1 Tact Te H Vacuum Cleaner
Product Information
- Product Name: NT 30/1 Tact Te H
- Product Name: NT 40/1 Tact Te H
- Product Name: NT 50/1 Tact Te H
Product Usage Instructions
General Safety Instructions:
Please refer to the user manual for general safety instructions.
Preparation:
- Ensure that the electrodes are properly installed.
- Attach the suction nozzle to the device.
- Connect the suction hose to the device.
- Hang the hose using the hose hook.
Operation:
To operate the device, follow these steps:
- Turn on the device by clicking the power button.
- Adjust the suction power using the suction power regulator.
- Attach the appropriate tool adapter if using with power tools.
Cleaning and Maintenance:
After each use, follow these steps to clean and maintain the device:
- Clean the device with a damp cloth.
- Check and clean the electrodes, power cord, and socket.
- Replace the flat-fold filter when necessary.
- Replace the safety filter bag when necessary.
- Dispose of the waste bag according to local regulations.
Troubleshooting and Customer Service:
If you encounter any issues with the device, please contact our customer service for assistance.
Disposal:
Dispose of the device in accordance with local regulations.
Warranty:
Refer to the user manual for warranty information.
Technical Specifications:
- NT 30/1 Tact Te: [Technical specifications]
- NT 40/1 Tact Te: [Technical specifications]
- NT 50/1 Tact Te: [Technical specifications]
Product Information
- Product Name: NT 30/1 Tact Te H
- Product Name: NT 40/1 Tact Te H
- Product Name: NT 50/1 Tact Te H
Product Usage Instructions
General Safety Instructions:
Please refer to the user manual for general safety instructions.
Preparation:
- Ensure that the electrodes are properly installed.
- Attach the suction nozzle to the device.
- Connect the suction hose to the device.
- Hang the hose using the hose hook.
Operation:
To operate the device, follow these steps:
- Turn on the device by clicking the power button.
- Adjust the suction power using the suction power regulator.
- Attach the appropriate tool adapter if using with power tools.
Cleaning and Maintenance:
After each use, follow these steps to clean and maintain the device:
- Clean the device with a damp cloth.
- Check and clean the electrodes, power cord, and socket.
- Replace the flat-fold filter when necessary.
- Replace the safety filter bag when necessary.
- Dispose of the waste bag according to local regulations.
Troubleshooting and Customer Service:
If you encounter any issues with the device, please contact our customer service for assistance.
Disposal:
Dispose of the device in accordance with local regulations.
Warranty:
Refer to the user manual for warranty information.
Technical Specifications:
- NT 30/1 Tact Te: [Technical specifications]
- NT 40/1 Tact Te: [Technical specifications]
- NT 50/1 Tact Te: [Technical specifications]
General notes
Read these original instructions and the enclosed safety instructions number
59562490 (issue 07/19 onward) before using the device for the first time. Act
in accordance withthem.
Keep both books for future reference or for future owners.
- If the operating instructions and safety instructions are not observed, the device can be damaged and dangers could arise for users and other persons.
- Notify the dealer immediately in the case of shipping damage.
- Check the package contents when unpacking for missing accessories or for damage.
Environmental protection
The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in
accordance with the en-vironmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valu-able, 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 environ-ment. However, these components are required for the
correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked by this symbol are not
allowed to be disposed of togeth-er with the household rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found at:
www.kaercher.com/REACH
Intended use
- This wet/dry vacuum cleaner is designed to remove dry dirt and liquids.
- This device is suitable for vacuuming dry, non-flam-mable dusts that are harmful to health from ma-chines and devices; dust class H as per EN 60335- 2- 69.
- Industrial vacuums and portable dust removal devic-es in accordance with Technical Rule 519 (TRGS 519) Appendix 7.1 may be used for the following ap-plications:
- In enclosed spaces, activities with low exposure in accordance with TRGS 519 number 2.8 or small-scale work in accordance with TRGS 519 No. 2.10.
- Cleaning work. In the Federal Republic of Germany, the regulations in TRGS 519 (Technical Rules for Hazardous Substances) apply to asbestos vacuum cleaners.
- After using the asbestos vacuum cleaner in the sealed-off area as per TRGS 519, the asbestos vac-uum cleaner may no longer be used in the “white ar-ea”. Exceptions are only permitted if the asbestos vacuum cleaner has been completely decontami-nated beforehand by a specialist in accordance with TRGS 519 No. 2.7 (“completely” means not only the case, but also e.g. the cooling chamber, installation spaces for electrical equipment, the operating equipment itself, etc.). This is to be recorded in writ-ing and signed by the technical expert.
- The flat fold filter (GF) 6.904-242.0 (material marking B) may only be used in combination with the safety filter bag 2.889-183.0 or 2.889-184.0.
- This device is suitable for commercial use, e.g. in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices, and rental companies.
- For Switzerland only: The socket outlet shall only be used during operation in dry condition.
Description of the device
Illustration A
- Electrodes
- Suction hose port
- Suction hose
- Hose hook
- Push handle lock (NT 50/1 only)
- Crevice nozzle
- Air exit, working air
- Suction head
- Suction head lock
- Recessed grip
- Dirt receptacle
- Steering roller
- Handle
- Air inlet, motor cooling air
- Plug
- Floor nozzle
- Suction pipe
- Tool box end stop
- Rubber sleeve, screwable
- Fastening eyelet
- Filter cover
- Carrying handle
- Suction control (variable)
- Tool adapter
- Push handle (NT 50/1 only)
- Hose cross section turn switch
- Hose cross-section scale
- Turn switch with suction output regulation
- Socket
- Floor nozzle holder
- Drain hose (NT 50/1 only)
- Suction pipe holder
- Cable hook (NT 50/1 only)
- Lock latch of the filter cover
- Angle piece
- Mains cable
- Angle piece holder (NT 30/1, NT 40/1 only)
- Filter frame
- Flat fold filter (PTFE H)
- Filter dedusting
- Type plate
Symbols on the device
Asbestos marking
CAUTION CONTAINS ASBESTOS. Health risk posed by inhalation of fine as-bestos dust. Observe safety regulations.
Safety devices
Monitoring of the flat fold filter
The device automatically switches off when operated without a flat fold filter.
Preparation
- Unpack the device and install the accessories.Illustration B
Initial startup
If necessary, remove the sticker in the relevant national language from the enclosed sheet of stickers and stick it onto the device over the German text.
The device has 2 operating modes:
- Industrial vacuum cleaner operation (power socket not used)
- Dust removal operation (power socket used)
WARNING
Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through inhalation of dust. Do not vacuum without correctly installed filter ele- ments, otherwise a danger to health from increased fine dust emission is present.
ATTENTION
Danger due to fine dust entering
Risk of damage to the suction motor.
Never remove the flat fold filter when vacuuming.
- Connect the suction hose and attach a suction nozzle or connect to the dust generating device, de-pending on the operating mode.
Horn
Intermittent tone
The horn sounds (intermittent tone) when the air speed drops below 20 m/s.
Note
The horn reacts to a vacuum.
- Set the turn switch to the correct hose cross-section.
Continuous tone
The horn sounds (continuous tone) when the cooling air filter is clogged.
- Allow the device to cool down. Clean/replace the cooling air filter.
Anti-static system
Static charges are discharged through the earthed con-nection nozzles. This prevents sparking and electric shocks with electrically conducting accessories (includ-ed in the scope of delivery).
Dry vacuuming
- NT 30/1: The unit is equipped with a safety filter bag with sealing cap, order number 2.889-183.0 (5 piec-es).
- NT 40/1, NT 50/1: The unit is equipped with a safety filter bag with sealing cap, order number 2.889-184.0 (5 pieces).
- The device is equipped with a dust bag with cable ties, order no. 2.889-231.0 (10 pieces).
Note
All types of dust up to dust class H can be vacuumed with this device. The use
of a dust collection bag (for or-der no. see filter systems) is required by
law.
Note
The device is suitable for industrial extraction and a dust removal device for
mobile operation for vacuuming dry, non-inflammable dusts with workplace limit
values (AGW).
- Unused flat fold filters may only be stored and trans-ported in their packaging (cardboard box).
WARNING
Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through inhalation of dust. Do not vacuum without a correctly installed safety filter bag/dust bag, otherwise a danger to health from in-creased fine dust emission is present.
Installing the safety filter bag
- Unlock and remove the suction head.
- Pull the safety filter bag over the container. Illustration C
- Attach the safety filter bag. Illustration D
Installing the dust bag
- Unlock and remove the suction head.
- Insert the dust bag. Illustration E
- Pull the dust bag over the container. Ensure that the marking line is within the container and the ventila-tion hole is positioned on the back wall of the con-tainer.
- Fit and lock the suction head.
Wet vacuum cleaning
DANGER
Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through
inhalation of dust. No dusts harmful to health may be vacuumed when per-
forming wet vacuum cleaning.
Installing the squeegees
- Remove the brush strip. Illustration F
- Install the squeegees.
Closing the suction connection
- Fit a plug exactly into the suction connection. Illustration G
- Push the plugs in until they engage.
Removing the safety filter bag
- The safety filter bag must always be removed when vacuuming wet substances.
- Unlock and remove the suction head.
- Pull safety filter bag on the flange up and out. Illustration H
- Seal the suction connection opening of the safety fil-ter bag tightly with a sealing cap.
- Fold up the safety filter bag. Illustration I
- Take off the protective film and close the ventilation hole (1x NT 30/1 – 2x NT 40/1, NT 50/1) with a self-adhesive tab. Illustration J
- Close the safety filter bag tightly with the attached cable tie.
- Remove the safety filter bag.
- Clean the container inside with a moist cloth.
- Dispose of used safety filter bag in dust-tight bag in accordance with statutory regulations.
- Fit and lock the suction head.
Removing the dust bag
- The dust bag must always be removed when vacu-uming wet substances.
- Unlock and remove the suction head.
- Fold up the dust bag. Illustration K
- Take off the protective film and close the ventilation hole with a self-adhesive tab.
- Seal the dust bag tightly underneath the opening us-ing cable ties.
- Remove the dust bag.
- Clean the container inside with a moist cloth.
- Dispose of the dust bag in accordance with statutory regulations.
- Fit and lock the suction head.
Draining the waste water
NT 50/1 only:
- Drain the waste water via the drain hose. Illustration L
General
- We recommend switching off the “Automatic filter dedusting” function when vacuuming wet dirt with the crevice nozzle or the upholstery nozzle (option-al), or when sucking mainly water out of a container.
- The device switches off automatically when the maximum fluid level is reached.
- When vacuuming non-conductive liquids (e.g. drill emulsion, oils and grease) the device does not au-tomatically switch off when the container is full. The filling level must be continuously monitored and the container emptied on a timely basis.
- On completion of wet vacuum cleaning: Clean the flat fold filter using the dedusting function. Clean the electrodes with a brush. Clean the container with a moist cloth and dry it off.
Clip connection
The suction hose is equipped with a clip system. All ac-cessory parts with a
nominal width of 35 mm can be connected.
Illustration M
Operation
Turn switch
Switching on the device
- Connect the mains plug.
- Set the turn switch to the desired program.
Working with power tools
DANGER
Danger of electric shock
Risk of injury and damage.
The socket is only intended for direct connection of pow-er tools to the
vacuum cleaner. Any other use of the socket is prohibited.
-
Plug the mains plug of the power tool into the power socket on the vacuum cleaner. The vacuum cleaner is in Standby mode.
-
Switch on the device at the turn switch.
Note
The vacuum cleaner is automatically switched on and off with the power tool.
Note
The vacuum cleaner has a startup delay of up to 0.5 seconds and an after- running time of up to 15 seconds.
Note
See the Technical data for the permissible power rating of the power tool. -
Remove the angle piece from the suction hose. Illustration N
-
Install the tool adapter on the suction hose.
-
Connect the tool adapter to the power tool. Illustration O
-
Set the minimum volume flow on the turn switch for suction hose cross section. The scale shows the suction hose suction hose cross section.
Note
The different suction hose cross sections are necessary in order to adapt to
the different connection cross sec-tions of the processing machines.
Note
For operation as a dust removal device for mobile oper-ation (processing
machine plugged into the vacuum cleaner) the integrated monitoring system must
be ad-justed to suit the connected processing machine (dust generator). This
means that the user must be warned when the flow rate drops below the minimum
value 20 m/s needed for correct vacuuming.
Note
Information on the minimum flow rate depending on the vacuum can be found on
the type plate.
Automatic filter dedusting
The device is equipped with a special filter dedusting function, which is particularly effective against fine dust. The flat fold filter is automatically cleaned every 7.5/15/ 60 seconds (depending on use) using an airflow (puls-ing sound).
- Set the turn switch to program 2 (TACT AUTO).
- Power dedusting (for particularly severe contamina-tion of the flat fold filter): Set the turn switch to pro-gram 2, seal the suction pipe or bender with your hand and wait for the automatic filter cleaning to fin-ish (lasts 15 seconds). Illustration P
Switching off the device
- Switch off the device at the turn switch.
- Pull out the mains plug.
Each time after use
- Empty the container.
- Vacuum off the inside and outside of the device and clean with a moist cloth.
Folding the push handle in/out
NT 50/1 only:
- Release the push handle lock and adjust the push handle.
Storing the device
- Store the suction hose and mains cable as shown in the illustration. Illustration Q
- Store the device in a dry room and secure it against unauthorised use.
Transport
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during transporta-tion.
When transporting the device, ensure that it is securely fastened.
The following measures must be taken for the dust-free transport of the
device:
- Place the suction hose with accessories in the trans-port bag supplied. Close the transport bag. Order number for transport bag: 6.277-454.0
- Close the suction connection, see wet vacuum cleaning.
- Remove the suction hose with floor nozzle from the support. Carry the device by the carrying handle and the suction pipe, not by the push handle.
- When transporting the device in vehicles, secure it to prevent it from slipping or overturning in accord-ance with the respective valid guidelines.
Storage
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during storage. The device may only be
operated indoors.
Care and maintenance
DANGER
Danger of electric shock
Injuries due to touching live parts
Switch off the device.
Remove the mains plug.
Dust extraction machines are safety devices for the pre-vention or elimination
of hazards according to the Ger-man DGUV regulation 1 (German accident
prevention regulation, principles of prevention).
Note
Industrial vacuums/dust removal devices must be ser-viced as required, but at
least once a year, repaired if necessary and checked by an expert (qualified
in ac-cordance with TRGS 519 No. 5.3, Paragraph 2). The test result must be
presented on request.
ATTENTION
Care agents containing silicone
These can attach plastic components.
Do not use care agents containing silicone for cleaning.
- You can perform basic maintenance and care work yourself.
- Clean the surface of the device and the interior of the container regularly with a moist cloth.
Replacing the flat fold filter
DANGER
Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through
inhalation of dust. Accumulated dust must be transported in dust-proof
containers. Do not transfer the contents. Waste that contains asbestos must be
disposed of in accordance with the instructions and rules for waste disposal.
The dust bag may only be disposed of by qualified staff.
WARNING
Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through
inhalation of dust. Do not use the main filter element after removing it from
the device.
Permanently installed filters may only be replaced by an expert in a suitable
area (i.e. decontamination stations). Order number for flat fold filter:
6.907-671.0 or 6.904-242.0 (material marking B)
- Turn both fastening pins of the filter cover counter-clockwise with a screwdriver. Fastening pins are pushed out. Illustration R
- Open the filter cover.
- Remove the filter frame. Illustration S
- Remove the flat fold filter.
- When removing the flat fold filter, wrap it immediate-ly with the bag provided and seal it. Order number for bag: 6.592-049.0
- Dispose of used flat fold filter in dust-tight bag in ac-cordance with statutory regulations.
- Remove any dirt deposits from the clean air side.
- Clean the filter frame and the supporting surface of the filter frame with a damp cloth.
- Fit the new flat fold filter. During insertion, ensure that the flat fold filter is flush on all sides.
- Insert the filter frame.
- Close the filter cover until it audibly latches into place.
- Press in both fastening pins of the filter cover with a screwdriver and tighten clockwise.
Changing the safety filter bag
DANGER
Danger from dust that is harmful to your health Respiratory sicknesses through
inhalation of dust. Accumulated dust must be transported in dust-proof
containers. Do not transfer the contents. Waste that contains asbestos must be
disposed of in accordance with the instructions and rules for waste disposal.
The dust bag may only be disposed of by qualified staff.
- Close the suction connection, see wet vacuum cleaning. Illustration G
- Unlock and remove the suction head.
- Pull safety filter bag on the flange up and out. Illustration H
- Seal the suction connection opening of the safety fil-ter bag tightly with a sealing cap.
- Fold up the safety filter bag. Illustration I
- Take off the protective film and close the ventilation hole (1x NT 30/1 – 2x NT 40/1, NT 50/1) with a self-adhesive tab. Illustration J
- Close the safety filter bag tightly with the attached cable tie.
- Remove the safety filter bag.
- Clean the container inside with a moist cloth.
- Dispose of used safety filter bag in dust-tight bag in accordance with statutory regulations.
- Pull the new safety filter bag over the container. Illustration C
- Attach the safety filter bag. Illustration D
- Fit and lock the suction head.
Changing the dust bag
- Close the suction connection, see wet vacuum cleaning. Illustration G
- Unlock and remove the suction head.Fold up the dust bag. Illustration K
- Take off the protective film and close the ventilation hole with a self-adhesive tab.
- Seal the dust bag tightly underneath the opening us-ing cable ties.
- Remove the dust bag.
- Clean the container inside with a moist cloth.
- Dispose of the dust bag in accordance with statutory regulations.
- Fit the new dust bag. Illustration E
- Pull the dust bag over the container. Ensure that the marking line is within the container and the ventila-tion hole is positioned on the back wall of the con-tainer.
- Fit and lock the suction head.
Cleaning/replacing the cooling air filter
- Allow the appliance to cool down.
- Unlock the cooling air flaps with a screwdriver and fold them out. Illustration T
- Clean (vacuum, wash) or replace the cooling air fil-ter.
- Fold the cooling air flaps in and latch it into place.
Cleaning the electrodes
- Unlock and remove the suction head.
- Clean the electrodes with a brush.
- Fit and lock the suction head.
Troubleshooting guide
DANGER
Danger of electric shock
Injuries due to touching live parts
Switch off the device.
Remove the mains plug.
Note
The device must be switched off immediately if a mal-function occurs (e.g.
filter breakage). The malfunction must be eliminated before switching the
device on again.
Suction turbine does not start up
- Check the socket and the power supply fuse.
- Check the mains cable, mains plug, electrodes and power socket on the device.
- Switch on the device.
Suction turbine switches off
- Empty the container.
- Fit the new flat fold filter.
Suction turbine does not switch on again after emp-tying the container
- Switch off the device and wait for 5 seconds. Switch on the device.
- Clean the electrodes with a brush.
Suction power decreases
- Remove any blockages from the suction nozzle, suction pipe, suction hose or flat fold filter.
- Dispose of the filled safety filter bag.
- Dispose of the filled dust bag.
- Correctly engage the filter cover.
- Replace the flat fold filter.
- NT 50/1 only: Check the drain hose for leaks.
Escaping dust when vacuuming
- Check that the flat fold filter is correctly fitted and correct if necessary. Illustration U
- Replace the flat fold filter.
The automatic switch-off mechanism (wet vacuum cleaning) does not trigger
- Clean the electrodes with a brush.
- Continuously monitor the filling level when vacuum-ing non-conductive liquids.
Horn sounds – intermittent tone
- Set the turn switch to the correct hose cross-section.
- The safety filter bag must be replaced when it is full and the air flow drops below the specified minimum flow rate.
- The dust bag must be replaced when it is full and the air flow drops below the specified minimum flow rate.
- Replace the flat fold filter.
Horn sounds – continuous tone
- Allow the device to cool down. Clean/replace the cooling air filter.
Automatic filter dedusting not working
- Suction hose not connected.
The automatic filter dedusting function cannot be switched off
- Contact Customer Service.
The automatic filter dedusting function cannot be switched on
- Contact Customer Service.
Customer Service department
If the malfunction cannot be corrected, the device must be checked by the Customer Service department.
Disposal
At the end of its service life, the device is to be disposed of in accordance with statutory regulations.
Warranty
The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales company apply in all
countries. We shall remedy possi-ble malfunctions on your appliance within the
warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufac-turing
defect is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the
purchase receipt) or the next authorised customer service site.
(See overleaf for the address)
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.
Declaration of Conformity
EU Declaration of Conformity
We hereby declare that the machine described below complies with the relevant
basic safety and health re-quirements in the EU Directives, both in its basic
design and construction as well as in the version placed in cir-culation by
us. This declaration is invalidated by any changes made to the machine that
are not approved by us.
Product: Wet/dry vacuum cleaner
Type: 1.148-xxx
Currently applicable EU Directives
2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)
2011/65/EU
2014/30/EU
Harmonised standards used
EN IEC 63000: 2018
EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020
EN 55014-2: 2015
EN 60335-1
EN 60335-2-69
EN 61000-3-2: 2014
EN 61000-3-3: 2013
EN 62233: 2008
National standards used
TRGS 519
The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company
management.
Documentation supervisor: S. Reiser
Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 – 40 71364 Winnenden
(Germany)
Ph.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212 Winnenden, 2021/10/01
Declaration of Conformity (UK)
We hereby declare that the product described below complies with the relevant
provisions of the following UK Regulations, both in its basic design and
construc-tion as well as in the version put into circulation by us. This
declaration shall cease to be valid if the product is modified without our
prior approval.
Product: Wet/dry vacuum cleaner
Type: 1.148-xxx
Currently applicable UK Regulations
S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended)
S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended)
S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended)
Designated standards used
EN IEC 63000: 2018
EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020
EN 55014-2: 2015
EN 60335-1
EN 60335-2-69
EN 61000-3-2: 2014
EN 61000-3-3: 2013
EN 62233: 2008
National standards used
TRGS 519
The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company
management.
Documentation supervisor: S. Reiser
Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 – 40 71364 Winnenden
(Germany) Ph.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212 Winnenden, 2021/10/01
Technical data
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