KARCHER IVR 100/30 Ef Robust Industrial Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

: June 3, 2024
: Karcher

KARCHER IVR 100/30 Ef Robust Industrial Vacuum Cleaner

KARCHER IVR 100 30 Ef Robust Industrial Vacuum Cleaner
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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

WARNING
Inhalation of dusts posing a health hazard
Health hazard
Never use the appliance to vacuum up dusts which pose a health hazard.
ATTENTION
Short-circuit due to high levels of humidity
Damage to the device Only use the device indoors. The device is intended for:

the vacuuming of non-flammable and non-explosive substances.
the vacuuming of dusts and coarse dirt.
For vacuuming moist and liquid sub-stances.
industrial use.

Any other use constitutes improper use.

Environmental protection

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batter- Electrical and electronic appliances contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batter- ies, 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

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
Check the contents for completeness when unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage, please notify your dealer.
Safety devices
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.

Safety instructions

WARNING

The device is not suitable for vacuuming up dusts that are harmful to human health.
Protect the device from rain. Do not store the device outdoors.
Every time before use, check whether the equipotential bonding conductors (earthing conductors) are connected.

CAUTION
Switch off the device after each use and remove the mains plug.
ATTENTION

Only use the device indoors.
Risk of crushing! Wear gloves when re-moving or installing the suction head, filter inlay or collection container.
Risk of damage! Never vacuum without a filter or with a damaged filter.
Wear safety shoes when operating the device.
Only move the device at walking speed, and to move down a decline, have two workers steady the device as necessary.
Be careful to ensure that there is no dust spillage when replacing accessories.

Behaviour in the event of an emergency
DANGER
Risk of injury and material damage when vacuuming inflammable materials, or in the case of a short-circuit or other electrical faults Danger of inhalation of gases hazardous to health, danger of electric shock, danger of burns. In the event of an emergency, switch off the device and unplug the mains plug.

Electrical connection

The device may only be connected to an electrical connection which has been set up by a qualified electrician as per IEC 60364. For the connection values see Technical data and type plate. Use of an extension cable is prohibited.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock
Danger of death
Avoid damaging the power cables by driving over them or otherwise crushing them, or by jerking them. Protect the cables from heat, oil and sharp edges. Check the mains connection of the device for damage every time before operation. Do not operate the device using a damaged cable. Have any damaged cables replaced by a qualified electrician.
Symbols on the device
Vacuum cleaner labelling

Do not suction up smouldering dust or other sources of ignition.

Description of the unit

KARCHER IVR 100 30 Ef Robust Industrial Vacuum Cleaner
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Accessory holder
Suction hose connection
Equipotential bonding cable
Bag filter
Equipotential bonding cable
Gauge
Power switch
Mains cable
Suction head lock
Equipotential bonding cable
Collection container
Push handle
Steering rollers with parking brake
Angular outlet

Initial startup
See graphics pages for illustration

Bring the device into the working position.
If necessary, secure the device using the parking brake.
Ensure that the suction head is fitted correctly.
Insert the suction hose into the suction hose connection.
Plug the desired accessory onto the suction hose.

Operation

Plug the mains plug into the socket.
Switch on the device using the device switch.
Start vacuuming.

Cleaning the dust filter
See graphics page for illustration
Note
Clean the filter regularly to avoid declining suction power.

Move the filter cleaning handle back and forth several times to clean the filter.

Reading the minimum volumetric flow
A gauge is mounted on the front of the de-vice that shows the vacuum intensity.
The table shows the maximum vacuum intensity value. This value depends on the unit performance and the suction hose used.
ATTENTION
Suction loss
If the specified value is exceeded, the air speed in the suction hose drops below 20 m/s. Clean the bag filter when the value is reached, or sooner. If cleaning does not significantly lower the value, change out the bag filter. (see chapter Replacing the bag filter)

Power	Hose diameter	Value
3.0 kW	DN 50	190 mbar (19 kPA)
3.0 kW	DN 70	50 mbar (5 kPA)

Clean the filter before or when the specified value is reached.

Empty the collection container via the inclined outlet

Switch off the device.
Clean the dust filter.
Move the device to a suitable emptying station.
Engage the roller brakes.
Empty the collection container:
Above an emptying station
- Pull the hand lever up.
  The manual emptying flap opens.
  Using a forklift, above a container
- Lift the device above the chassis using the forklift.
- Lift the device.
- Open the manual emptying flap above the container.
  Using a crane, above a container
- Hook the snap hooks of the crane bracket (accessory) into the crane grommets on the device.
- Lift the device
- Open the manual emptying flap above the container.
  Into an underfloor conveyor
- Open the manual emptying flap above the feed opening.
Push the hand lever down.

The collection container is closed.
Removing the suction head
See graphics page for illustrations
CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Only lift the suction head. Because of its weight, do not remove the suction head by hand.
DANGER
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury from falling device Observe the applicable accident prevention guidelines and safety instructions. Every time before lifting, check to ensure correct functioning of the lifting device.
Only lift the device via the provided crane grommet. Ensure that there will be no unintentional unhooking of the lifted load. The crane may exclusively be operated by qualified staff. No people may be located within the hazard zone of the crane. Do not leave the device hanging unattended on the crane.

Switch off the device and disconnect from the power supply.
Open the suction head lock.
Attach a suitable hoist to the crane grommet.
Use the crane to lift the suction head and place it on a suitable surface.

Ending operation

Switch off the device using the on/off switch
Empty and clean the collection contain-er.
Remove the accessories and clean and dry them as necessary.

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

When transporting in vehicles, secure the device against slipping and tipping over according to the applicable guide-lines.
Storage

CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage Be aware of the weight of the device during transport and storage.

Store the device indoors only.

Care and servicing

Rinse off the device and accessories at regular intervals using a suitable liquid and allow to dry.
Check the bag filter regularly for damage. Replace the bag filter if damaged.

Replacing the filter

CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Use a suitable lifting device to lift the suction head.

Remove the suction head (see chapter Removing the suction head).
Loosen the screws of the tensioning rings.
Remove the small deflector plate.
Remove and replace the filter.
Insert the new filter.
Ensure that the filter is inserted correctly during installation.
Fit the tensioning rings and screw them on.

Replacing the bag filter

Screws
Tensioning ring
Bag filter
Cleaning device

CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Use a suitable lifting device to lift the suction head.

Remove the suction head.
Remove the filter inlay by the handles and turn it around.
Remove the screws and disassemble the cleaning device.
Loosen the tensioning ring screws.
Remove the bag filter.
Dispose of the foam filter.
Insert the new bag filter.
Insert the new foam filter.
Fit the tensioning ring and screw it in place.
Fit the cleaning device and screw it on.
Insert the filter inlay.
In doing so, make sure the tab on the fil-ter inlay fits into the shaft.

Troubleshooting guide

DANGER
Risk of injury
Danger of the device unintentionally start-ing and danger of electric shock
Switch off the device and unplug the mains plug before performing any work on the de-vice.
Have all checks and work on electrical parts performed by an qualified technician.
The motor (suction turbine) does not start up
No electrical voltage present

Check the socket and the power supply fuse.
Check the mains cable and the mains plug of the device.

The suction power decreases
Nozzle, suction hose or suction pipe clogged.

Check the nozzle, the suction hose and the suction pipe and clean if necessary.
The filter is dirty.
Clean the filter.

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 rele-vant 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.

Technical data

Electrical connection| |
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Mains voltage| V| 400
Phase| ~| 3
Power frequency| Hz| 50
Degree of protection| | IPX4
Protection class| | I
Nominal power| W| 3000
Power protection (slow-blowing)| A| 16
Dimensions and weights| |
Typical operating weight| kg| 172
Length x width x height| mm| 950 x 715 x 1985
Ambient conditions| |
Ambient temperature| °C| +40
Device performance data| |
Tank content| l| 100
Air quantity| l/s| 87.5
Vacuum| kPa (mbar)| 26 (260)
Nominal width of the suction hose| | DN70
Determined values in acc. with EN| 60335-2-| 69
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Hand-arm vibration value| m/s2| < 2.5
Uncertainty K| m/s2| 0.2
Sound pressure level LpA| dB(A)| 62
Uncertainty KpA| dB(A)| 2
Mains cable| |
Mains cable H07BQ-F| mm2| 4 x 2.5
Part number (EU)| | 9.979-856.0
Cable length| m| 7.5

Declaration of Conformity

EU Declaration of Conformity

We hereby declare that the machine de-scribed 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
Product: Wet/dry vacuum cleaner
Type: 9.986-xxx
Type: 9.989-xxx
Currently applicable EU Directives

2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)
2014/30/EU
2011/65/EU

Harmonised standards used

EN 55014-2: 2015
EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020
EN 60335-1
EN 60335-2-69
EN IEC 61000-3-2: 2019
EN 61000-3-3: 2013 + A1: 2019
EN 61000-3-11: 2000
EN 62233: 2008
EN IEC 63000: 2018

The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.
Managing partner
M.Pfister
Kärcher Industrial Vacuuming GmbH Robert-Bosch-Straße 4-8
73550 Waldstetten (Germany)
Ph.: +49 7171 94888-0
Fax: +49 7171 94888-528 Waldstetten, 2021/11/01

Declaration of Conformity (UK)

We hereby declare that the product de-scribed below complies with the relevant provisions of the following UK Regulations, both in its basic design and construction 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: Dry vacuum cleaner
Product: Wet/dry vacuum cleaner
Type: 9.986-xxx
Type: 9.989-xxx
Currently applicable UK Regulations

S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended)
S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended)
S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended)

Designated standards used

EN 55014-2: 2015
EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020
EN 60335-1
EN 60335-2-69
EN IEC 61000-3-2: 2019
EN 61000-3-3: 2013 + A1: 2019
EN 61000-3-11: 2000
EN 62233: 2008
EN IEC 63000: 2018

The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.
Managing partner
M.Pfister
Kärcher Industrial Vacuuming GmbH Robert-Bosch-Straße 4-8
73550 Waldstetten (Germany)
Ph.: +49 7171 94888-0
Fax: +49 7171 94888-528 Waldstetten, 2021/11/01