English 5.956-518
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Storing the vacuum cleaner
■ Switch OFF the cleaner.
If you have been using the cleaner for wet-
vacuuming:
■ Empty dirt box, and rinse out if required.
If the vacuum cleaner has taken in any sticky
liquids:
■ Rinse out the accessories.
■ Place the accessories in the holder on the
cleaner.
■ Wind up the mains cable, and lay it round the
accessories.
Technical information
Mains electricity supply 230 V
single-phase, 50/60 Hz
Current consumption 5 A
Mains fuse (slow) 10 A
Power (suction turbine) P
max
1200 Watt
P
nom
1000 Watt
Air volume 67 L/sec
Vacuum 155 mbar
Overall capacity 18 L
MAX. capacity for liquids 11 L
Length 370 mm
Width 290 mm
Height 470 mm
Weight approx. 6 kg
Attachment size for accessories 35 mm
Noise level 72 dB(A)
Protection class II
Connecting cable Type H 05 VV – F 2x1
Length 5 m
Order no. GB 6.959-246
AUS 6.959-245
Circuit diagram
M1 Suction turbine
S1 Turbine switch
S2 Microswitch
X1 Plug
C1 Interference suppression capacitor
Problem Possible cause Remedy
Cleaner does not start up. No electricity supply. Check fuse, cable, plug and
socket and, if required, have
them replaced by a qualified
electrician.
Cleaner switches off. During wet-vacuuming:
Too much liquid in dirt box, cleaner
switches off automatically.
Press ON/OFF switch, empty
dirt box.
Reduced suction power. Clogged paper filter bag or flat filter,
or blockage in nozzle, suction hose
or extension tube.
Check, and clean if required.
Paper filter bag or dirt box are full. Replace paper filter bag or
empty dirt box.
Flat folding filter is not fitted properly,
or is missing altogether.
Refit flat folding filter properly.
Dust is expelled during
vacuuming.
Suction hose is not attached
properly.
Attach suction hose properly.
Flat folding filter is not fitted properly,
is defective or is missing altogether.
Refit flat folding filter properly
or replace.
During wet-vacuuming:
Water leaks out.
Sticking float.
Defective float switch.
Arrange for dealer to inspect.
If none of the above-mentioned remedies resolves the problem, please contact your nearest
Kärcher service centre, where they will be pleased to provide further assistance.
Troubleshooting guide
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