Kärcher VC 3, Original Instructions Manual

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ATTENTION
– Before working on the appliance, switch it off and
pull out the plug of the vacuum cleaner!
– Only use the device when all filters and the dust
container are installed.
Otherwise the motor can get damaged.
– Defective filters and filters that can no longer be
cleaned must be replaced.
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Empty dust container when the marking -MAX- is
reached at the latest.
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 Push the lock and remove the dust container.
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 Hold the dust container over a dust bin.
Operate the locking lever.
 As soon as the dust container is empty, close the
cover, the lock snaps into place.
 Place the dust container into the device and snap it
into place.
Note
Ensure the correct seating of the dust container upon in-
sertion.
Clean the cyclone separator in case of coarse soiling.
Illustration
 Push the lock and remove the dust container.
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 Turn the cover of the dust container in the counter-
clockwise direction so that the marking points to the
unlocking symbol.
 Remove dust container.
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For quick cleaning
 Clean the cyclone separator by using a soft sponge
and wipe with a moist cloth.
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For thorough cleaning:
 Disassemble the cyclone separator and clean the
sieve and ring under running water.
Note
The dust container can also be cleaned under running
water.
ATTENTION
– Do not immerse the cyclone separator into water.
– Do not wash the parts using detergents or boiling
water.
– Allow the cyclone separator and the dust container
to dry completely before installing it in the device.
Illustration
 Turn the cover of the dust container in the clock-
wise direction so that the marking points to the
locking symbol.
 Place the dust container into the device and snap it
into place.
Wash the motor protection filter on a weekly basis or in
case of visible soiling.
The motor protection filter is located in the casing above
the dust container.
Illustration
 Push the lock and remove the dust container.
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 Unlatch the lock and open the cover.
 Remove the motor protection filter.
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 Remove the foam inlay from the frame.
 Wash foam inlay in warm water (max. 40°C).
 Thoroughly rinse the foam inlay and allow it to air-
dry.
ATTENTION
– Never clean the foam inlay in the washing machine
and do not dry it by means of a hair dryer.
– Do not wash the parts using detergents or boiling
water.
– Allow the foam inlay to dry completely before in-
stalling it in the device (at least 24 hours).
 Insert the motor protection filter with the foam inlay
into the top part of the dust container.
 Snap in the cover.
 Place the dust container into the device and snap it
into place.
Filter for pure blower air.
Note
 Clean the HEPA filter in case of visible soiling.
 Replace the HEPA filter in case of damage
ATTENTION
Material damage due to incorrect cleaning of the HEPA
filter.
– When necessary, clean under running water only,
do not wipe or brush down.
– Never clean the filter in the washing machine and
do not dry it by means of a hair dryer.
– Do not wash the parts using detergents or boiling
water.
– Allow the filter to dry completely before installing it
in the device (at least 24 hours).
Illustration
 Turn the cover in the counter-clockwise direction so
that the marking points to the unlocking symbol.
 Remove the HEPA-filter.
 Rinse the HEPA filter under cold, running water.
 Shake the filter carefully after cleaning so that any
residual dirt or excess water is removed.
 Allow the HEPA filter to be air-dried by light and
heat sources. Only reinstall the dry HEPA filter into
the appliance.
 Turn the cover in the clockwise direction so that the
marking points to the locking symbol.
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 Handle and suction tube can be disconnected in or-
der to clean or if clogged. Push the 2 interlocks and
pull apart.
 Connect handle and suction tube and insert.
Cleaning and care
Emptying the dust container
Cleaning the cyclone separator
Cleaning the motor protection filter
HEPA filter
Cleaning the accessories
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