Kärcher VC 6, Manual

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Please read these original operating in-
structions and the enclosed safety in-
structions prior to the initial use of your device. Proceed
accordingly. Keep both booklets for future reference or
subsequent owners.
This universal vacuum cleaner is intended for the pri-
vate use at home and not for commercial purposes.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damage that may
occur on account of improper use or wrong operation.
Use the universal vacuum cleaner only with:
 Original filter bag.
 Original spare parts, accessories and special ac-
cessories.
The universal vacuum cleaner is not suitable for:
 Vacuuming off human beings or animals.
 Vacuuming up:
Small living creatures (e.g. flies, spiders, etc.).
Substances that are harmful for health, have sharp
edges, are hot or glowing.
Moist or liquid substances.
Easily inflammable or explosive substances and
gases.
 The parquet nozzle supplied is not suitable for use
on carpets.
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 sys-
tems.
Electrical and electronic devices often contain compo-
nents 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.
Notes about the ingredients (REACH)
You will find current information about the ingredients at:
www.kaercher.com/REACH
Filters and filter bags are made from environment-
friendly materials.
They can therefore be disposed off through the normal
household garbage provided you have not sucked in
substances that are not permitted to be thrown into
household garbage.
The warranty terms published by the relevant sales
company are applicable in each country. We will repair
potential failures of your appliance within the warranty
period free of charge, provided that such failure is
caused by faulty material or defects in manufacturing. In
the event of a warranty claim please contact your dealer
or the nearest authorized Customer Service centre.
Please submit the proof of purchase.
(See address on the reverse)
Our KÄRCHER branch will be pleased to help you fur-
ther in the case of questions or faults. See address on
the reverse.
Only use original accessories and spare parts, they en-
sure the safe and trouble-free operation of the device.
For information about accessories and spare parts,
please visit www.kaercher.com.
Please unfold the pages with the diagrams!
1 Power cord with plug
2 Push button take-up cable
3 On/Off button
4 Suction control
5 Suction hose
6 Handle
7 Telescopic suction pipe
8 Adjustable telescopic suction pipe
9 Floor nozzle
10 Cover attachment housing
11 Attachment housing QuickClick:
includes upholstery nozzle, telescopic gap nozzle
and a furniture brush
12 Change filter indicator
13 Shutter lever, lid filter bag/ motor protection filter
14 Motor protection filter
15 Filter bag holder
16 Cover HEPA filter
17 HEPA filter *
18 Carrying handle
* EN1822:1998
Contents
General notes EN 5
Operation EN 5
Care and maintenance EN 7
Technical specifications EN 7
General notes
Proper use
Environmental protection
Disposing the filters and filter bags
Warranty
Customer Service
Accessories and Spare Parts
Operation
Description of the Appliance
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