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Dear Customer,
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 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.
VC 2 Premium:
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
The dust filters are made of environmentally 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.
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.
The scope of delivery of your appliance is illustrated on
the packaging. Check the contents of the appliance for
completeness when unpacking.
In the event of missing accessories or any transport
damage, please contact your dealer.
Illustrations on Page 2
1 On/Off button
2 Change filter indicator
3 Unlocking mechanism accessory compartment
4 Running wheels
5 Carrying handle
6 Push button take-up cable
7 Rotary knob suction power regulation
8 Suction hose
9 Handle
10 False air slide
11 Telescopic suction pipe
12 Adjustable telescopic suction pipe
13 Furniture brush
14 Crevice nozzle
15 Switch lever
16 Floor nozzle
17 Parquet nozzle
* depending on model
18 Filter bag
Contents
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 5
Description of the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 5
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EN 6
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 6
Technical specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN 7
General notes
Proper use
Environmental protection
Disposal of dust filters
Warranty
Customer Service
Spare parts
Scope of delivery
Description of the Appliance
