KARCHER SE 2 Car Spray Extraction Wet and Dry Vacuum Instruction Manual

: June 3, 2024
: Karcher

KARCHER SE 2 Car Spray Extraction Wet and Dry Vacuum

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 spray extraction appliance is suitable for maintenance cleaning or basic cleaning of car upholstery and car rugs with a deep cleaning effect.
With the relevant accessories (in the scope of de-livery) it can also be used as a multi-purpose vacuum cleaner.

Environmental protection

The packaging material can be recycled. Please do not place the packaging into the ordinary re-fuse for disposal, but arrange for the proper re-cycling.
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 which could potentially pose a danger to human health and the environment if handled or disposed of in-correctly. 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.

Disposal of filters

The filters are made from environment-friendly materials. They can therefore be disposed off through the nor-mal household garbage provided you have not sucked in substances that are not permitted to be thrown into household garbage.

Notes about the ingredients (REACH)

You will find current information about the ingredients at: www.kaercher.com/REACH

Warranty

The terms of the guarantee applicable in each country have been published by our respective national distributors. We will repair possible faults on your unit free of charge within the warranty period, insofar as the faults are caused by material defects or defective workman-ship. Guarantee claims should be addressed to your dealer or the nearest authorized customer service centre, and supported by documentary evidence of purchase.

Customer Service

Our KÄRCHER branch will be pleased to help you further in the case of questions or faults.
(See 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

Apart from the notes contained herein the general safety provisions and rules for the prevention of accidents of the legislator must be observed.
Any use of the machine in contravention with the following instructions will lead to warranty claims being rendered void.

DANGER

Only connect the appliance to properly earthed sockets.
The appliance may only be connected to alternating cur-rent. 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.
Turn off the appliance and re-move the mains plug prior to any care and maintenance work.
Repair works may only be performed by the authorized customer service.
Check the power cord with mains plug for damage be-fore every use. To avoid risks, arrange immediately the ex-change by an 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).
Only use a splash proof ex-tension cable with a minimum section of 3×1 mm².
If couplings of the power cord or extension cable are re-place the splash protection and the mechanical tightness must be ensured.
Please switch off the machine first using the main switch be-fore disconnecting the ma-chine from the mains.
Immediately switch off the appliance or pull the mains plug in case of formation of foam or fluid escape!

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 per-son in charge of their safety or they have received precise instructions on the use of this appliance and have under-stood 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 – 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 must provide of a stable ground.
The operator must use the appliance properly. He must consider the local conditions and must pay attention to third parties, in particular children, when working with the appliance.
Check the faultless condition of the appliance and the accessories before using it. Otherwise, the appliance must not be used.
Never dip the machine, the cable or the plugs in water or other liquids.
It is not allowed to use the appliance in hazardous locations. If the appliance is used in hazardous areas the corresponding safety provisions must be observed.
Protect the appliance against external weather, humidity and heat sources.
Should the appliance fall down, it must be check by an authorized after sales service as internal disturbances could be present, which con-strain the safety of the product.
Do not suck in toxic substances.
Do not use the machine to vacuum clean plaster of Par-is, cement, etc. that can harden on coming into contact with water and can thus ham-per the functioning of the ma-chine.
Always place the machine in a upright position during operation.
Only use cleaners recommended by the manufacturer and comply with their application, disposal and warning guidelines.
Do not use abrasives, glass or universal cleaners! Never immerse the appliance in water.

Certain materials may produce explosive vapours 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, zinc) in combination with highly alkaline or acidic detergents
Undiluted, strong acids and alkalis
Organic solvents (such as petrol, paint thinners, ace-tone, heating oil).
In addition, these substances may cause the appliance materials to corrode.

Symbols in the operating instructions

DANGER
Immediate danger that can cause severe injury or even death.
WARNING
Possible hazardous situation that could lead to severe injury or even death.
CAUTION
Possible hazardous situation that could lead to mild injury to persons or damage to property.

ATTENTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to property damage.

Description of the Appliance

Illustrations on fold-out page!
When unpacking the product, make sure that no accessories are missing and that none of the package contents have been damaged. If you detect any transport damages please contact your dealer.

Illustration 1

Container
Connection spray hose
Filter flap release button
Connection for suction hose of the wash vacuum cleaner
Filter dedusting
Appliance head
Carrying handle
Button for vacuuming
Spray button
Holder for spray suction pipes
Container release
Flat fold filter *
Dirt water reservoir, detachable *
Fresh water reservoir, detachable *
Spray/suction hose
Handle
Surrounding air separator
Spray lever
Lock key for spray mist
Lock lever
Carpet cleaner RM 519 (100 ml)
Additional vacuuming accessories
Attachment for wet/dry vacuuming
Crevice nozzle
Upholstery nozzle
Spray ex hand nozzle for upholstery cleaning

already installed in the appliance

Operation

Before Startup

Illustration 2

Turn both releases in the direction of the arrow, remove the appliance head and take accessories out of the container.

Illustration 3

Mount wheels and steering rollers.

Illustration 4

Attach the accessories holder.
Wet cleaning (see chapter “Fill wet cleaning/fresh water reservoir”)
Dry vacuum cleaning (see chapter “Dry vacuuming”)
Vacuuming up moist dirt/water (see chapter “Vacuuming up moist dirt/water”)

Illustration 4

Insert and lock the appliance head.

Illustration 6

Attach the suction hose and the spray hose to the connectors on the appliance.
Note: Press the suction hose tightly into the connection so that it locks into place.

Illustration 7

Attach the spray ex hand nozzle to the handle and secure with the locking lever.
Center the locking lever when attaching it, turn clockwise to lock.

The appliance is now prepared for wet cleaning.

Wet cleaning of upholstery and carpets

ATTENTION
Check the object to be cleaned prior to using the appliance in an inconspicuous place for colour fastness and water resistance.
Do not clean water-sensitive floor coverings such as wood floors (the moisture could penetrate and damage the floor).
Note

Warm water (max. 50°C) will increase the cleaning effect.
Only use detergent pump while operating. Avoid dry runs as well as unnecessary pressure buildup (dynamic pressure) as much as possible.
If there is a risk of overheating, the thermal protection switch shuts off the detergent pump. After cooling down (20 – 30 min), the pump is ready for use again.

Fill the fresh water reservoir
Illustration 8
You can remove the water reservoir to fill it.
Add 100 – 200 ml of the carpet cleaner RM 519 (volume depends on degree of soiling) into the fresh water tank, top up with tap water, do not overfill (observe MAX marking).

Use the spray ex hand nozzle to clean upholstery or carpet.

Start working

Illustration 9

Insert the mains plug into the socket.
Press the switch for vacuuming, suction turbine is running.

Illustration 10

Close fully the surrounding air separator at the handle.

Illustration 11

Press the switch for spraying, the detergent pump is ready.

Illustration 12

Use the lever on the spray handle to spray on detergent solution.

Illustration 13

For continuous spray, the spray lever can be locked; for this, activate the spray lever and pull the locking key toward the rear.
Run across the surface to be cleaned in overlapping paths. Pull the nozzle backwards (do not push).

Empty the wastewater reservoir during operation

Once the wastewater container is full, the appliance switches off automatically.
Note: Once the appliance shuts off, switch off the appliance, because the suction turbine will other-wise start running again once you open the appliance.
Release and remove the appliance head.
Remove the wastewater container and empty it.

Cleaning tips/mode of operation

Always work from the light to the shade (from the window to the door).
Always work from the cleaned to the uncleaned surface.
Impregnating the fabric using the detergent Care Tex RM 762 after wet cleaning prevents a quick reoiling of the textile surface.
To avoid pressure marks or rust marks only use the surface and return furniture after the surface has fully dried.

Cleaning methods
With light to normal contamination (regular cleaning):

Turn on suction and spraying.
Spray and simultaneously suction off detergent solution in one work cycle.
Switch off the spray switch and suction off the remaining cleaning solution.
After cleaning, clean the upholstery or carpets again with clean, warm water and impregnate if de-sired.

Heavy soiling or stains (basic cleaning):

Switch on the spray.
Apply detergent solution and allow to react for 5 minutes (vacuuming is switched off).
Clean the surface just like you would with light/nor-mal soiling.
After cleaning, clean the upholstery or carpets again with clean, warm water and impregnate if de-sired.

End wet cleaning process

Rinse the spray tubes in the appliance as follows: Fill the detergent container with about 1 liter of clear water.
Hold the nozzle above the drain, and switch on the spraying pump until the clear water has been con-sumed.

Dry vacuum cleaning

ATTENTION
Container and accessories must be dry, otherwise dirt may adhere.

Remove the wastewater and fresh water containers. Illustration 14
Recommendation: Insert the filter bag for vacuuming. Illustration 15
Use adapter for wet/dry vacuuming. Insert adapter on handle, turn locking lever and secure the two parts.
Select the desired accessory and attach directly to the adapter.
Switch on the vacuum.
Note: Do not switch on the spray.

Illustration 10

Use the surrounding air separator to adapt the suction force.
Note: Close the surrounding air separator again after use!

Vacuuming up moist dirt/water

ATTENTION
Do not use a filter bag!

Remove the fresh and waste water containers, vacuum the wet dirt/water directly into the container.
For vacuuming wet dirt or water use spray ex hand-nozzle.
Once the wastewater container is full, the appliance switches off automatically.
Note: Once the appliance shuts off, switch it off using the vacuum button, because the suction turbine will otherwise start running again once you open the appliance.

If you use a crevice nozzle:

Attach and secure the adapter for wet/dry vacuuming. Install the crevice nozzle directly to the adapt-er.
Switch on the vacuum.

Finish operation

Turn off the appliance.
Drain the full container.
Rinse the reservoir thoroughly with clear water.
After each use, disconnect accessories, disconnect hose and spray ex hand nozzle.
Note: Possibly remaining water can drip out, there-fore you should place these into the shower or bathtub.
Flush the accessories separately under running water and let air dry.
Clean the foam filter under running water; let it dry before reinserting it.
Leave the appliance open to let it dry.
Storing the appliance. Store the accessories on the appliance and store in dry rooms.

Care and maintenance

Clean the spray nozzle

With an uneven spray jet.
Illustration 16

Loosen nozzle attachment and pull out, clean or re-place spray nozzle.

Clean the sieve in the fresh water reservoir
1 x year or as needed.
Illustration 17

Clean sieve.

Clean flat fold filter
For heavy contamination:
Illustration 18

Unlock and open the cover, remove flat fold filter, remove grid and brush off filter.

Troubleshooting

No water exiting from nozzle

Fill up fresh water reservoir.
Sieve in the fresh water container clogged.
Thermal protection switch has switched off the pump as it was overheated. Switch off appliance and let it cool down (approx. 20 – 30 min).
Detergent pump defective, contact customer service.

Spray stream uneven

Clean the spray nozzle of the washing nozzle.

Insufficient vacuum performance

Close the surrounding air separator at the handle.
Accessories, suction hose or suction tubes are clogged, please remove the obstruction.
Filter bag is full: Insert new filter bag.
Flat fold filter is contaminated, use filter cleaning mechanism, remove the flat fold filter if heavily soiled and clean it (see chapter “Cleaning flat fold filter”).

Detergent pump noisy

Fill up fresh water reservoir.

Strong foam generation in the container

Use the correct detergent from KÄRCHER. Order no. 6.295-771.0 carpet cleaner RM 519.

Appliance is not running

Plug in the mains plug.

Technical specifications

Voltage 1~50-60 Hz	220 – 240	V
Output Pnom	1200	W
Output Pmax	1400	W
Mains fuse (slow-blow)	10	A
Sound pressure level (EN 60704-2-1)	77	dB(A)

Weight (without accessories) 7,1 kg

Subject to technical modifications!

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