Kärcher SE 3-18 Compact, Manual

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English 11
Environmental protection
The packing materials can be recycled. Please
dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-
vironmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valu-
able, 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 environ-
ment. However, these components are required for the
correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked
by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of togeth-
er with the household rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found
at:
www.kaercher.com/REACH
Customer Service department
Our local KÄRCHER branch will be happy to help you if
you have any questions or problems with the device.
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
The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the
packaging. Check the contents for completeness when
unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the
event of any shipping damage, please notify your deal-
er.
Warranty
The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales
company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possi-
ble malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty
period free of cost, provided that a material or manufac-
turing defect is the cause. In a warranty case, please
contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the
next authorised customer service site.
(See overleaf for the address)
Symbols on the device
Description of the device
Depending on the model selected, there are differences
in the equipment. The specific equipment is described
on the device packaging.
For the illustrations, refer to the graphics page.
Illustration A
1
Spray/suction hose connection
2
Power switch (1 (ON) / 0 (OFF))
3
Waste water tank with lid
4
Fresh water tank with lid
5
Fuel cap
6
Carrying handle
7
Holder for accessories
8
Storage for sponge, brush, detergent bag
9
Battery pack mounting
10
*Rechargeable battery pack
11
Spray/suction hose with rotating handle
12
Upholstery nozzle for spray extraction
13
Crevice nozzle for spray extraction
14
Detergent RM 519 (100 ml)
15
*Charger
* optional
Battery pack charging
1. Charging the battery pack (see operating instruc-
tions and safety instructions for the battery pack and
the charger).
Initial startup
Pre-cleaning
Note
As the device does not have a dry vacuum function, if
necessary remove coarse-grained dirt (e.g. crumbs)
with a commercially available vacuum cleaner before
cleaning the textiles.
Connecting accessories
1. Press the spray/suction hose into the spray/suction
hose connection on the device until it latches into
place.
●
For removal, press the latch and pull the spray/suc-
tion hose out.
Illustration C
2. Connect the upholstery nozzle or crevice nozzle to
the handle, depending on the application case.
●
To separate the upholstery nozzle and crevice noz-
zle, press the catch on the handle and pull the spray/
suction hose off.
Illustration D
Illustration E
Filling the fresh water tank
ATTENTION
Only switch on the device when the fresh water tank and
waste water tank are installed.
ATTENTION
The fresh water and waste water tanks must be firmly
seated in the device.
ATTENTION
The use of unsuitable detergents can damage the de-
vice and result in loss of eligibility for warranty claims.
●
Symbols for system
cleaning after use are
present on the inside
of the fresh water
tank:
1 Fill the fresh water
tank with tap water.
2 Insert the crevice noz-
zle completely into
the tank opening and
switch the device on.
See also chapter
Fin-
ishing operation