KARCHER CV 38-2 Vacuum Cleaner User Manual

CV 38-2 Vacuum Cleaner
CV 38/2, CV 38/2 Adv,
CV 48/2, CV 48/2 Adv
User Manual

General notes
**** Read these original operating instructions and the enclosed safety instructions before using the device for the first time and adhere to these. Keep both documents 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 the packaging in accordance with the 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 the household rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH) Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.com/ REACH
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.
Intended use
WARNING
Health risk
Inhalation of dust that is harmful to health Does not use the device for vacuuming up dust that is harmful to health.
ATTENTION**
Damage to the device
Short-circuit due to high levels of humidity Only use and store the device indoors.

• This vacuum cleaner for carpets is intended for dry cleaning floor and wall surfaces.
• The device is not suitable for use on hard floors.
• This device is suitable for commercial use, e.g. in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices, and rental companies.

Symbols on the appliance

| Setting for long pile carpets
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| The setting for short-pile carpets
| Filter status indicator (see “Troubleshooting -Remove the blockage”)
| Identifies the access to the roller brush in the side section (see “Replacing the roller brush”)

Type plate
Further important device specifications are provided on the type plate. The type plate is located on the rear of the device casing.
Device elements

1. Mains cable
2. Mains power cable connection
3. Suction pipe/suction hose
4. Brush headlock
5. “Electronic brush monitoring” indicator light
6. Fibre height selection button
7. Filter cover
8. Filter cover lock
9. Main switch
10. Handle
11. Brush cover rotary lock
12. Side section bow
13. Side section| 14. Filter bag lock
15. Filter bag
16. Motor protection filter
17. Filter casing
18. Exhaust filter
19. Suction hose at the brush head
20. Handle adjustment
21. Cable hook, rotating
22. Cushion nozzle
23. Crevice nozzle
24. “Filter” indicator lamp
25. Indicator tuft
26. Roller brush
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Installation

Install the loose parts for the handle provided with the device before using the device for the first time.
See page 4 for illustrations
1. Handle with a mains power cable
2. Handle metal tube
3. Suction pipe and suction hose

1. Open the handle adjustment.
2. Push the metal pipe of the handle into the mount all the way to the lowest latching position (latches audibly twice).
3. Insert the handle into the metal pipe and latch it into place. Take care to ensure that the main cable is not jammed or twisted.
4. Pull the handle to the first (uppermost) latching position.
5. Close the handle adjustment.
6. Insert the suction hose into the connection nozzle.
7. Insert the suction pipe into the mount on the device

Startup
**Installing the filter bag**

1. Unlock and remove the filter cover.
2. Turn the filter bag lock to the right to unlock.
3. Insert the filter bag and turn the filter bag lock to the left to lock.
4. Fit and lock the filter cover.

**Connecting the mains power cable to device**

1. Open the cable holder at the handle.
2. Plug the main cable provided into the socket on the device.
3. Secure the plug connection against unintentional unplugging using the cable holder on the handle.

Use only the main cable provided and only replace it with an equivalent cable in the case of damage (see “Technical data”).

Operation

**Adjusting the height of the handle**
The height of the handle is adjustable.
See page 4 for illustrations

1. Open the handle adjustment.
2. Move the handle up or down to set the desired height.
3. Close the handle adjustment.

**Switching on the device**

1. Connect the mains plug.
2. Switch on the device at the main switch.

**Electronic brush monitoring**
The electronic brush monitoring continuously monitors the function of the roller brush. The indicator light shows the respective operating mode:

• Off: Roller brush functioning correctly.
• Lights up orange: Incorrect fiber height setting – set the fiber height selection knob to a lower fiber height.
• Also lights up orange at the lowest setting: Replace the roller brush.

Note
Visual brush inspection: The degree of wear can be determined by comparing the differently colored indicator tufts.  Replace the roller brush when the black bristles are the same height as the red bristles.
**Roller brush operation**
Attention
Risk of damage to the floor covering!
Do not operate the device continuously at the same point.

1. Adjust the fibre height using the selection knob on the brush head.
2. Perform cleaning.

Using accessories
Vacuum with the crevice nozzle and cushion nozzle.
See page 4 for illustrations

1. Pull the suction pipe out of the mount.
2. Remove the desired accessory from the storage compartment and plug it onto the suction pipe.
3. Perform cleaning.

**Suction pipe operation**
ATTENTION
Risk of damage!
When vacuuming using the suction hose, allow the device to latch into position without moving so that the brush motor switches off and does not damage the carpet.
Switching off the device

1. Switch off the device at the main switch.
2. Pull out the mains plug.

Cable storage
The main cable can be stored on the device.
See page 4 for illustrations

1. Wind the mains power cable onto the winding aid.
2. Wind the main cable around the cable hook and handle.
3. To remove the cable, open the cable hook and remove the cable from the handle.

**Transport**
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during transportation.

1. Wind the main cable around the cable storage.
2. Carry the device by the carrying handle.
3. When transporting the device in vehicles, secure it to prevent it from slipping or overturning in accordance 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 service

Maintenance intervals
ATTENTION
Risk of damage
Please adhere to the specified maintenance intervals in order to prevent damage to the device.
**Daily**

1. Clean the roller brush.

**Weekly**

1. Check the roller brush for wear.

Note
The degree of wear can be determined by comparing the differently colored indicator tufts. Replace the roller brush when the black bristles are the same height as the red bristles.
Cleaning the roller brush

1. Remove the brush cover if necessary: Use a coin to turn the rotary lock by 90° and remove the brush cover.
2. Cut off hair and threads wound onto the roller brush using scissors and remove them.

Changing the filter bag

1. Unlock and remove the filter cover.
2. Turn the filter bag lock to the right to unlock. Close the filter bag, remove and dispose of it.
3. Insert a new filter bag and turn the filter bag lock to the left to lock.
4. Fit and lock the filter cover.

Replacing the exhaust filter

1. Unlock and remove the filter cover.
2. Push the filter casing locking mechanism upwards and remove the filter casing.
3. Remove the exhaust filter from the filter casing.
4. Insert a new exhaust filter in the filter casing.
5. Insert the filter casing and latch it into place.
6. Fit and lock the filter cover.

Replacing the motor protection filter

1. Unlock and remove the filter cover.
2. Press the motor protection filter lock upwards. Remove the old motor protection filter and dispose of it.
3. Fit and lock the new motor protection filter.
4. Fit and lock the filter cover.

Replacing the roller brush
Please make sure that the bracket is always completely opened during installation.

1. Fold the bracket on the side section fully upwards and remove the side section.
2. Pull out the old roller brush and dispose of it.
3. Insert a new roller brush in the side section.
4. Push the side section together with the roller brush into the device.
5. Fold the bracket fully downwards to lock the side section.

Troubleshooting guide

Remove the blockage
Suction pipe/suction hose The suction hose at the brush head Roller brush/brush head
Note
Removes the brush cover if necessary to make the work easier (see “Cleaning the roller brush”).
Motor not running
No electrical voltage present

• Check the power socket and power supply fuse.
• Check the main cable and the main plug of the device.
• Check the main cable plug connection at the handle.

The thermal protection switch has switched off the motor due to overheating

• Check the filter and suction hose. Replace the used filter or remove the blockage from the suction hose.
• Allow the appliance to cool down.

Unsatisfactory vacuuming result

• Check the roller brush for blocking objects and remove these if present.
• Remove blockages from the brush head, suction pipe, and suction hose.
• Replace the filter bag.
• Replace the exhaust filter or motor protection filter.
• Set the fiber height selection knob to the correct setting .
• Replace the roller brush.

The filter indicator lamp lights up orange

• Remove blockages from the brush head, suction pipe, and suction hose.
• Replace the filter bag.

The electronic brush monitoring indicator light lights up orange

• Set the fiber height selection knob to a lower fiber height.

Indicator light – electronic brush monitoring indicator light lights up even at the lowest setting

• Replace the roller brush.

Customer Service department
If the malfunction cannot be corrected, the device must be checked by the Customer Service department.

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 authorized 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.

EU Declaration of Conformity

We hereby declare that the machine described below complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements in the EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version placed in circulation by us. This declaration is invalidated by any changes made to the machine that are not approved by us.
Product: Dry vacuum cleaner
Type: 1.033-xxx
Type: 1.057-xxx
Currently applicable EU Directives
2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)
2009/125/EC
2011/65/EU
2014/30/EU
Harmonized standards used
EN 50581
EN 55014-1: 2017
EN 55014-2: 2015
EN 60312-1: 2017
EN 60335–1
EN 60335-2-69
EN 61000–3–2: 2014
EN 61000–3-3: 2013
EN 62233: 2008
National standards used
Harmonized directive(s)
666/2013
The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.

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H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management| S. Reiser
Director of Regulatory Affairs & Certification

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, 2018/10/01

Technical data

Electrical connection

Mains voltage| V| 220-240| 220-240
Phase| ~| 1| 1
Power frequency| Hz| 50-60| 50-60
Protection class| | II| II
Device performance data
Air quantity (max.)| l/s| 40| 40
Vacuum (max.)| kPa (mbar)| 20,0 (200)| 20,0 (200)
Dimensions and weights
Length x width x height| mm| 370 x 390 x 1215| 370 x 485 x 1215
Width of the roller brush| mm| 335| 430
Typical operating weight| kg| 8,8| 9,1
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature (max.)| °C| 40| 40
Determined values in acc. with EN 60335-2-69| | |
Sound level LpA| dB(A)| 65| 65
K uncertaintypA| dB(A)| 1| 1
Hand-arm vibration value| m/s²| <2,5| <2,5
K uncertainty|  m/s²| 0,2| 0,2
According to (EU) directive no. 665/2013
Energy efficiency class| | A| A
Annual energy consumption*| kWh/year| 25,8| 21,8
Carpet cleaning class| | C| D
Hard floor cleaning class| | — | —
Dust re-emission class| | F| F
Sound power level LwA| dB(A)| 79| 80
Rated power input| W| 850| 850
Mains cable
Power cord type| mm²| H05VV-F 2×1,0| H05VV-F 2×1,0
Part number (EU/GB)| | 6.650-913.0| 6.650-913.0
Cable length| m| 0,1| 0,1

Subject to technical modifications.

• Indicative annual energy consumption (kWh per year), based on 50 cleaning tasks. Actual annual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used.
  ** Not suitable for use on hard floors with the delivered nozzle.

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References

• Cleaning equipment and pressure washers | Kärcher International
• Cleaning equipment and pressure washers | Kärcher International
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• Home and Garden Warranty Registration USA - Kärcher

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