KARCHER WD 4 Multi-Purpose Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual
- October 27, 2023
- Karcher
Table of Contents
KARCHER WD 4 Multi-Purpose Vacuum Cleaner
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
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Only use the device for its proper use. Take into account the local conditions and beware of third parties, in particular children, when working withthe device.
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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.
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Only people who have been instructed on how to use the device, or have proven their ability to operate it, and havebeen explicitly instructed to use it, must use the device.
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Children must not operate the device.
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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
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Children must be supervised to prevent them from playing with the appliance.
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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 dust.
- Never use the device to vacuum up reactive metal dusts (e.g. aluminum, magnesium, zinc).
- Never use the device to vacuum up undiluted brine or acids.
- Never use the device to vacuum up any burning or smoldering 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 the
authorised 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.
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References
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