KARCHER WD4 Vacum Cleaner Black User Guide
- June 4, 2024
- Karcher
Table of Contents
WD 4 / WD 4 S
KWD 4 / KWD 4 S
59510240
(06/21)
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 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 authorised customer service site. (See overleaf for the address)
Description of the device
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
- Suction hose connection
- Rotary switch
- Carrying handle
- Parking position handle/accessory holder
- Filter box with unlocking button
- Cable hook
- Hose storage (both sides)
- Storage area
- Container closure
- Rating plate with technical data (e.g. container size)
- Mains connection with mains plug
- Parking position for floor nozzle
- Accessory storage
- Steering roller
- Filter bag
- Flat pleated filter
- Removable handle
- Suction hose with a connection piece
- Suction tubes 2 x 0.5 m
- Crevice nozzle
- Floor nozzle
Installing the steering rollers
1. Before initial startup, remove the contents from the container and mount
the steering rollers.
Illustration B
Illustration C
Illustration D
Note
For versions with stainless steel tubes, remove the protective cover before
initial startup.
Initial startup
Inserting the filter bag
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Fully unfold the filter bag.
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Attach the filter bag to the device connection and press it on firmly.
Illustration E -
Fit and lock the device head. Illustration F
Note
We recommend using a filter bag to vacuum fine dust.
Installing the hose, pipes, floor nozzle
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Connect the suction hose. Illustration G
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Connect the suction hose to the handle. Illustration H
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. -
Install the floor nozzle.
Install the insert in the floor nozzle.
Connect the floor nozzle to the suction pipes. Illustration I
Starting up the device
- Plug the mains plug into the socket. Illustration J
- Set the trigger into the desired position. Illustration K
Position “1 ON”: The device is switched on.
Position “0 OFF”: The device is switched off.
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.
The 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.
Interrupting operation
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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. Illustration L
Variant 2: Attach the floor nozzle in the parking position.illustration
Ending operation
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Set the trigger to “0 OFF”.
The device is switched off. -
Pull out the mains plug.
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Remove the device head. Illustration B
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Empty the container. Illustration N
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Storage possibility: Illustration U
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. Illustration O
- Remove the filter box. Illustration P
- 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. Illustration Q If necessary, clean the flat pleated filter separately.
- To do this, remove the flat pleated filter from the filter box. Illustration R
- Clean the flat pleated filter under running water. Do not rub or brush off. Illustration S
- Allow the flat pleated filter to dry completely before reusing. Illustration T
Note
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.
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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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References
- Cher - Official Site
- Cleaning equipment and pressure washers | Kärcher International
- Cleaning equipment and pressure washers | Kärcher International
- Dealer Search | Kärcher International
- Home and Garden Warranty Registration USA - Kärcher