Kärcher SE 4001 User Manual

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 Remove the fresh water reservoir.
Press the release and remove the tank.
Note: The motor casing can only be re-
moved if the fresh water reservoir was
removed first.
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 Remove the motor casing. For this,
fold the carrying handle forward to un-
latch the reservoir. Remove the acces-
sories and swivel casters from the
reservoir.
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 Turn the container, press in the swivel
casters in the openings at the base of
the container till the end-point.
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 Turn the motor casing around and at-
tach the foam filter to the filter basket.
 Insert the filter cover and turn to lock.
 Install the motor casing. Pull up on
the carrying handle to lock.
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 Install the fresh water reservoir. In-
sert the bottom part first and then press
toward the top on the motor compart-
ment to check if it is locked in.
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 Slide the spray handle onto the handle
until it locks into place.
 Attach the spray hose of the spray han-
dle to the suction hose using 8 mount-
ing clips.
 Attach the suction hose and the spray
hose to the connectors on the appli-
ance.
Note: Press the suction hose tightly into
the connector to lock it into place.
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 Connect the suction pipes and attach to
the handle.
 Insert the loose spray hose in the spray
handle and attach to the suction pipes
using the 2 included mounting clips.
 Attach the floor nozzle to the suction
pipes and insert the spray hose into the
floor nozzle. Rotate the exterior safety
lever and lock the spray hose into
place.
The appliance is now prepared for wet
cleaning.
몇 Always work with an inserted foam
filter - during wet as well as dry vac-
uum cleaning!
몇 Health risk, risk of damage!
Check the object to be cleaned prior to us-
ing the appliance in an inconspicuous place
for colour fastness and water resistance.
Do not clean water-sensitive floor cover-
ings such as wood floors (the moisture
could penetrate and damage the floor).
Note
Warm water (max. 50°C) will increase the
cleaning effect.
 Work without the hard surface insert.
Please only use the carpet cleaner RM 519.
 Slide the attachment for hard surfaces
onto the spray ex floor nozzle from the
side. The bristles should point towards
the back.
Note: You can remove the water reservoir
to fill it or you can fill it directly on the appli-
ance.
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 Flip the reservoir cover up.
 Add 100 - 200 ml (volume depends on
degree of contamination) of RM 519
into the fresh water reservoir, then add
tap water - do not overfill.
 Close the reservoir cover.
Before Startup
Operations
Wet cleaning of carpets/hard sur-
faces
Wet cleaning of carpeted floors
Wet cleaning of hard surfaces
Fill up fresh water reservoir

Kärcher SE 4001 Specifications

General

Suction power	40 AW
AC input voltage	220 - 240 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
Maximum input power	1400 W
Annual energy consumption	- kWh
Airflow	70 l/s
Proper use	Home
Noise level	73 dB
Cleaning surfaces	Carpet, Hard floor
Vacuum air filtering	-
Type	Drum vacuum
Cordless	No
Cleaning type	Dry&wet
Dust capacity	4 L
Flexible hose	Yes
Product color	Black, Yellow
Tube material	The material the tube is made of.
Dust container type	Dust bag
Cord length	7.5 m
Vacuum brushes included	Hard floor brush

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	441 mm
Width	385 mm
Height	480 mm
Weight	11200 g

Summary

General Notes

Proper Use

Appliance designed for private households, not commercial use. Spray extraction for carpets.

Environmental Protection

Packaging and old appliances recycling information. Battery disposal.

Ingredient Information (REACH)

Information on ingredients available at a specific web link.

Customer Service

Information on how to get help for questions or faults from KÄRCHER.

Ordering Spare Parts and Attachments

Information on finding and ordering spare parts and accessories.

Warranty Information

Details on warranty terms and how to claim.

Safety Instructions

Electrical Connection Safety

Instructions for connecting the appliance to the power supply safely.

Safe Appliance Application

Guidelines on who can use the appliance and general usage precautions.

Startup and Appliance Description

Appliance Components Overview

Lists the main components of the appliance with corresponding numbers.

Wet/Dry Vacuuming Attachments

Lists the attachments for wet/dry vacuum cleaner functionality.

Pre-Operation Maintenance

Instructions on turning off the appliance and using authorized service for repairs.

Operations and Wet Cleaning

Carpet and Hard Surface Wet Cleaning

Instructions for wet cleaning carpets and hard surfaces, including precautions.

Filling the Fresh Water Reservoir

Step-by-step guide to filling the fresh water reservoir with cleaner.

Working with the Appliance

Emptying Dirty Water Reservoir

How to empty the dirty water reservoir when it's full.

Effective Cleaning Methods

Tips for light/normal and heavy soiling, including recleaning steps.

Completing Wet Cleaning Process

Procedure to rinse spray tubes after wet cleaning.

Vacuuming Modes

Dry Vacuum Cleaning Guide

Instructions for performing dry vacuum cleaning on various surfaces.

Wet Vacuum Cleaning Guide

Instructions for performing wet vacuum cleaning, including precautions.

Shutting Down

Empty and Rinse Reservoir

Steps to empty and thoroughly rinse the fresh water reservoir.

Clean Accessories and Filter

Procedures for cleaning foam filter and accessories after use.

Storing the Appliance

Guidelines for storing the appliance and accessories in a dry room.

Maintenance and Care

Cleaning the Spray Nozzle

Instructions for cleaning or replacing the spray nozzle for an even spray jet.

Cleaning Fresh Water Reservoir Sieve

Annual or as-needed procedure to clean the sieve in the fresh water reservoir.

Faults

No Water from Nozzle

Troubleshooting steps for when no water exits the nozzle.

Uneven Spray Stream

Causes and solutions for an uneven spray stream from the floor nozzle.

Insufficient Vacuum Performance

Reasons and fixes for low suction power, including blockages.

Noisy Detergent Pump

Potential cause for the detergent pump making noise.

Appliance Not Running

Troubleshooting steps for when the appliance fails to start or operate.

Specifications and Accessories

Technical Specifications

Details on voltage, fuse, capacity, power, and sound pressure level.

Special Accessory Order Numbers

List of special accessories with their corresponding order numbers.