Filter
Top Products
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Symptom Cause Solution
Machine does
not work.
Suction
performance
decreases during
operation.
Intermediate filter
in container cover
is wet.
Excessive foam
formation in the
container.
Current power supply has
been interrupted.
Pull out power cord, check the
connection plug and power cord for
damage.
Intermediate filter in
container cover wet.
Wash and dry intermediate filter
or insert a new filter
(see Care / Maintenance page 7 & 8).
Air guard is missing or not
inserted correctly.
Insert air guard correctly (see model
overview page 1 & 2).
Excessive foam formation in
the water filter container.
Change water and add 1–2 capfuls of
Kärcher
foam stop. Wash and dry
intermediate filter or insert a new filter.
Suction
performance
inadequate.
Intermediate filter is missing
or not inserted correctly.
Check.
HEPA-Plus filter is dirty. Change HEPA-Plus filter
(see Care / Maintenance page 7 & 8).
Intermediate filter is dirty. Wash filter; if required, insert new filter
(see Care and Maintenance page 7 & 8).
Deposits in suction manifold. Remove deposits (see Care and
Maintenance page 7 & 8).
Water container not
inserted correctly.
Check (see Operation page 3 & 4).
False air slide on
handle open.
Close false air slide.
Accessory blocked. Remove blockage.
No or inadequate Foam
Stop.
Change water and add 1 capful of
Foam Stop to the water filter container.
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Check MIN / MAX mark on the
container.
Too little or too much water
in the water container.
Often symptoms have causes which you can fix yourself with the aid of the following table. In
case of doubt, or if you encounter a symptom or cause not listed, please consult an authorized
Customer Service center.
Repair work on this machine may only be carried out by an authorized
Kärcher
Service Center.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk
of fire or electric
shock, do not remove this
cover, No user serviceable
parts inside. Repair should
be done by authorized
service personnel only.
Customer Service
USA: 1-800-537-4129
www.karcher-usa.com
CAN: 1-800-465-4980
www.karcher.ca
MEX:
01-800-024-13-13
www.karcher.com.mx
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE –
continued
SERVICE
4. Cleaning the suction manifold
in the water filter container
• Deposits in the suction manifold can be
removed by rinsing from above with a jet
of water.
Warranty
Please refer to the warranty card included
with the product. Should you have any
questions regarding the warranty please feel
free to call our customer service department.
Circuit diagram
S1 Vacuum motor switch
C1 Interference suppressor
M1 Turbine
X1 Plug with cable rewinder
Technical Specifications
Rated voltage 120 V
Rated frequency 60 Hz
Power P max 1400 W
Power P nom 1200 W
Vacuum 90.55 inches water lift
Air flow rate 116.54 cubic feet per minute
Capacity of water filter container 1/2 gallon
Sound level 69 dB( A)
Weight without accessories 18 3/4 pounds
Connection cable 18 feet
Dimensions 19 x 12 x 24 inches
Nominal width, accessory Ø 1.5 inches
HEPA - Plus filter H 12 class in compliance
with EN 1822
We reserve the right to introduce technical
changes without prior notice.
Customer Service
USA: 1-800-537-4129
www.karcher-usa.com
CAN: 1-800-465-4980
www.karcher.ca
MEX:
01-800-024-13-13
www.karcher.com.mx
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