KARCHER DS 6 Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

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DS6
DS6 Premium

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General notes

Before using your appliance for the first time, read these original operating instructions, act in compliance with them, and keep them for later use or for subsequent owners.

Proper use
This appliance has been designed for use in private households and is not intended for commercial use. The appliance is intended for use as a dry vacuum cleaner corresponding to the descriptions given in these operating instructions and the safety notes. As an option, small volumes of liquid can be vacuumed. – Use this appliance only with a filled water filter container.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damage that may occur on account of improper use or wrong operation.

Description and effectiveness
The three-step filter system of the water filter vacuum cleaner, which consists of a water filter, an intermediate filter, and a HEPA filter, retains 99.95%* / 99.5%* of all particles above 0.3 μm vacuumed up. The outgoing air is fresh and clean. As the water in the water filter binds the dirt particles, no dust is raised upon draining the water.  Therefore, this appliance is also suitable for individuals suffering from allergies. DS 6 Premium ** DS 6

Environmental protection

**** The packaging material can be recycled. Please do not place the packaging into the ordinary refuse for disposal, but arrange for the proper recycling.
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 that could potentially pose a danger to human health and the environment if handled or disposed of incorrectly. 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.

Notes about the ingredients (REACH)
You will find current information about the ingredients at: www.kaercher.com/REACH
Disposing of the filter and contaminated water
The filters are made from environment-friendly materials. They can therefore be disposed of through the normal household garbage provided you have not sucked in substances that are not permitted to be thrown into household garbage.
The wastewater can be discharged via the drain as long as it does not contain illegal substances.

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.

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 the 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.

Safety instructions

DANGER

• The appliance may only be connected to an alternating current. The voltage must correspond with the type plate on the appliance.
• Never touch the mains plug and the socket with wet hands.
• Do not pull the plug from the socket by pulling on the connecting cable.
• Check the power cord with the main plug for damage before every use. To avoid risks, arrange immediately the exchange by authorized customer service or a skilled electrician if the power cord is damaged.
• To avoid accidents due to electrical faults we recommend the use of sockets with a line-side current-limiting circuit breaker (max. 30 mA nominal tripping current).
• Turn off the appliance and remove the mains plug prior to any care and maintenance work.
• Repair works may only be performed by authorized customer service.
•   WARNING – This appliance is not intended for use by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental capacities or lacking experience and/or skills unless such persons are accompanied and supervised by a person in charge of their safety or they have received precise instructions on the use of this appliance and have understood the resulting risks.
• Children may only use this appliance if they are over the age of 8 and supervised by a person in charge of their safety, or if they have received instructions on the use of this appliance and have understood the resulting risks.
• Children must not play with this appliance.
• Supervise children to prevent them from playing with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children without supervision.
• Keep packaging film away from children – the risk of suffocation!
• Switch the appliance off after every use and prior to every cleaning/maintenance procedure.
• Risk of fire. Do not vacuum up any burning or glowing objects.
• The appliance may not be used in areas where a risk of explosion is present.
• Do not use abrasives, glass, or universal cleaners! Never immerse the appliance in water. Certain materials may produce explosive vapors or mixtures when agitated by the suction air! Never vacuum up the following materials:
• Explosive or combustible gases, liquids, and dust particles (reactive dust particles)
• Reactive metal dust particles (such as aluminum, magnesium, and zinc) in combination with highly alkaline or acidic detergents
• Undiluted, strong acids and alkalies
• Organic solvents (such as petrol, paint thinners, acetone, and heating oil). In addition, these substances may cause the appliance materials to corrode.

Hazard levels

   DANGER
Pointer to immediate danger, which leads to severe injuries or death.
WARNING
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to severe injuries or death.
CAUTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to minor injuries.
ATTENTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to property damage.

Description of the Appliance

Illustrations on fold-out page 4!

1 Power cord with plug
2 ON/OFF switch for appliance
3 Appliance flap
4 Carrying handle
5 Opening button for appliance flap
6 Defoamer liquid (FoamStop)
7 Upholstery nozzle
8 Storage holder for floor nozzle
9 Accessories flap
10 Accessory mount
11 Crevice nozzle
12 Outgoing air flap for HEPA filter| 13 HEPA-filter
14 Water filter container
15 Baffle plate
16 Lid of the water filter container
17 Intermediate filter
18 Floor nozzle, reversible
19 Release to adjust the telescoping vacuum pipe
20 Telescopic suction pipe
21 False air slide
22 Handle
23 Suction hose
24 Turbo floor nozzle
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Additional scope of supply with appliance 1.195-241.0

Commissioning/ Operations

Caution! When the water tank is filled, the appliance may only be operated in the horizontal position. Prior to moving the appliance into the upright position, the water tank must be drained. Otherwise, the floor can be damaged.
Note
Should the mains fuse trip upon switching on the appliance, it could be due to the fact that other electronic devices are simultaneously connected and operated on the same electric circuit. Refer to chapter “Technical data” for mains fuse.
The appliance will shut down automatically if there is a risk of overheating. Turn the appliance off and pull the power plug. Replace the HEPA filter. After the elimination of the disturbance, allow the appliance to cool down for at least 1 hour; then the appliance is ready for operation again.

Connect accessories
Illustration 1
Connect the suction hose to the appliance.
Connect the handle to the telescopic vacuum pipe and attach the floor nozzle.
Illustration 2
Activate the release and extend or retract the interior pipe to the desired length.
Note: Adjust the telescoping pipe to match your height so that you will be able to work comfortably while walking upright.

Fill the water filter reservoir
Caution
Do not use the device if the water filter container is empty!
When the appliance is delivered, the intermediate filter and the baffle plate are already installed. When filling, make sure that these components are installed properly (see:  SCOPE OF DELIVERY). This could be the cause of poor vacuuming performance or untimely failure of the intermediate filter (see: FINISH OPERATION). Illustration 3

Open the appliance flap and remove the defoamer liquid (FoamStop) as well as the water filter container. Illustration 4
Remove the lid from the water filter container and take out the baffle plate, then fill the water filter container with tap water until the level settles between the MIN and MAX markings (approx. 2.0 l)! Illustration 5
Add one cap full of the defoaming liquid (FoamStop) to the water filter reservoir.
Note: The functioning of the vacuum cleaner is based on the whirling of the suction air in the water filter. In the process, sucked-in materials and deposits of cleaning agents from floors get collected in the water bath. This can sometimes lead to the formation of foam. It is necessary to add a capful of the defoamer liquid to the water bath to avoid this situation. Slight foam formation is normal and does not hamper the functioning of the machine. Illustration 6
Note: Please refill water as soon as the water level in the reservoir sinks below the MIN mark. Insert the baffle plate and reattach the lid of the water filter container. Install the complete water filter container in the appliance.

Start working
Illustration 7
**Pull the power cable out of the appliance completely. Illustration 8
Insert the appliance plug into the main socket.
** To switch on the appliance press the on/off switch.
Caution
Do not vacuum up large amounts of powdery materials such as cocoa, flour, laundry detergent, pudding powder, or similar materials!

Working with the floor nozzle

Vacuuming hard surfaces

Illustration 9
** Use your foot to press the reversing switch of the floor nozzle. The brush strips at the bottom of the floor nozzle are extended.
Vacuuming carpeted floors
Illustration 10
** Use your foot to press the reversing switch of the floor nozzle. The brush strips at the bottom of the floor nozzle are retracted.
Note
Due to the high suction power of the appliance, the suction nozzles can draw themselves too firmly to carpets, upholstery, etc. during work. In this case, use the false air slide to reduce the suction power. Close it again after use.

Working with the crevice nozzle and the upholstery nozzle
Note: The crevice and upholstery nozzles are stored in the appliance.
Illustration 11
** Open the accessories flap and take out the desired nozzle for working.
Crevice nozzle
for edges, joints, heaters, and hard-to-reach locations.
Upholstery nozzle**
for cleaning upholstered furniture, laced curtains, mattresses, etc.

Turbo floor nozzle

• depending on model
  Illustration 12
  ****Turbo floor nozzle (order no. 4.130-177.0) brush and vacuum in one work cycle.
  Especially suitable order to pick up animal hair and vacuum high floor carpets. The drive of the brush roller happens by the air stream.
  There is no electrical outlet necessary.

Park position
Illustration 13
**Switch off the appliance; press the on/off foot switch to do so.
Illustration 14
**Insert the floor nozzle into the pickup on the appliance when taking a break.

Finish operation
Illustration 13
**Turn off the appliance and disconnect the mains plug.
Illustration 15
** The cable is automatically retracted into the appliance by slightly pulling on the power cord.

Cleaning the water filter system
Caution
Rinse the water filter container, the filter cover, and the baffle plate under running water after each use and allow them to dry. Make sure that the guides of the baffle plate are also clean. Illustration 3
**Remove the water filter reservoir from the appliance (see: FILLING THE WATER FILTER RESERVOIR). Illustration 16
** Remove the lid from the reservoir and take out the baffle plate.
Empty the water filter container.
Rinse the cover, the baffle plate, and the water filter container under running water and allow them to dry. Illustration 17
** Clean/rinse the intermediate filter as necessary. (see: CARE, MAINTENANCE)
Caution**
All parts of the water filter must be properly dried prior to assembly!

Transport, storage
Caution
Prior to storing the appliance, ensure that no water remains in the water filter container and that all parts of the water filter system are properly dried.
** Hold the appliance at the carrying handle when you want to transport it and store it in dry rooms. Illustration 20
** The appliance can be stored in an upright position. On the bottom of the appliance, there is an additional parking position for the floor nozzle.

Maintenance and Care

Cleaning/replacing the intermediate filter
Note: Clean the intermediate filter at least every 8 weeks with normal use. If the suction performance is deteriorating, the filter must be cleaned sooner. Use a commercially available soft household sponge to clean the filter to avoid damaging the coated fins. Illustration 17
The individual fins of the intermediate filter can be cleaned under running water using a sponge.
Allow the filter to dry completely.
** With normal use, replace the intermediate filter at least every 12 months, if necessary, it can be replaced sooner.
Note:** The intermediate filter must be disposed of as residual waste.

Cleaning the appliance and accessories
Illustration 18
The suction hose and handle can be disassembled for cleaning.
Check the accessories for obstructions and clean them if necessary. Do not use water to clean the floor nozzle.

Clean the turbo floor nozzle

• depending on model
  Cut hair that is entangled in the roller brush along the cutting edge with a pair of scissors, and vacuum them off using the crevice nozzle.
  Change HEPA filter
  Note: In order to ensure an optimized cleaning performance and function of the appliance, this filter must be changed at least every 12 months. Replace sooner if damaged or extremely dirty.
  Caution
  Do not rinse out the HEPA filter!
  ** Remove the outgoing air flap. Illustration 19
  ** Remove the HEPA filter.
  Insert a new HEPA filter so that it “CLICKS” into place.
  Reinstall the lid so it “CLICKS” into place.

Technical specifications

Kärcher| DS 6
DS 6 Premium
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Nominal voltage 1~50-60 Hz| 220-240| V
Fill capacity of the water filter reservoir| 2,0| l
Weight (without accessories)| 7,5| kg
Nominal width, accessories| 35| mm
Sound power level LWA| 80| dB(A)
Rated power input| 650| W
DS 6 Premium:
DS 6 Premium Mediclean:
HEPA filter H 13 class according to EN 1822 (effective 1998)
DS 6:
HEPA filter H 12 class according to EN 1822 (effective 1998)

Subject to technical modifications!

Troubleshooting

You can rectify minor faults yourself with the help of the following overview.
If in doubt, please consult the authorized customer service.
The appliance does not vacuum
The power supply is interrupted
**Remove the mains plug, and check the connecting cable and the mains plug for damage.
Weak/diminishing suction power
Forgot the baffle plate or not inserted correctly
** Reinsert the baffle plate correctly.
(see: FILLING THE WATER FILTER RESERVOIR)
Intermediate filter missing or not inserted correctly
** Check the intermediate filter.
The intermediate filter is dirty
** Wash the filter, and install a new intermediate filter if required. (see: CARE, MAINTENANCE)
The intermediate filter is wet
** Let the intermediate filter dry or install the new dry filter. (see: CARE, MAINTENANCE)
Strong foam generation in the water filter reservoir
** Replace the water and add 1 to 2 capfuls of FoamStop. Check the intermediate filter for moisture. If necessary, clean the damp filter under running water and allow it to dry afterward, or install a new filter.
Too little or too much water in the water filter reservoir
** Check the MIN / MAX marks on the reservoir.
The HEPA filter is soiled
** Replace the HEPA filter.
(see: CARE, MAINTENANCE)
Accessory is blocked
** Remove the blockage.
(see: CARE, MAINTENANCE)
The false air slide at the handle is open
**Close the false air slide.
(see: WORKING WITH THE FLOOR NOZZLE)

The appliance flap does not close
The cover of the water filter is not properly installed
** Properly install the cover of the water filter container.
The water filter is not properly installed
**Remove the water filter and correctly insert it into the appliance.
(see: FILLING THE WATER FILTER RESERVOIR)

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References

• Cleaning equipment and pressure washers | Kärcher International
• Cleaning equipment and pressure washers | Kärcher International
• Reinigungsgeräte und Hochdruckreiniger | Kärcher

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