KÄRCHER K5500 User Manual

Contents

K 5500 model overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Filter performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Assembling and operating the cleaner

Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Attaching the accessory holder . . . . . . .4

Setting the suction tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Filling the water ﬁlter container . . . . . .4-5

Switching on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Working with the carpet turbo nozzle, hard ﬂoor nozzle, crevice nozzle, upholstery nozzle and furniture brush . . .6

Suction control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Wet vacuuming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Taking a break . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Storage of accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Shutdown, transporting and storing . . . .7

Care / Maintenance

Cleaning the appliance and accessories 8

Changing the intermediate ﬁlter . . . . . . .8

Changing the HEPA combination ﬁlter . .8 Cleaning the suction manifold in the

water ﬁlter container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Service

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Customer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Technical speciﬁcations . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Circuit diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Assembly diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Model K 5500 Part No. 1.195-107.0

Vacuum Cleaner Operator Manual

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

Manual Part No. 5.960-032.0

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Item Description – Continued

13. Intermediate ﬁlter

Filters suspended matter and protects the suction turbine.

14. Container cover

15. Air guard

16. Water ﬁlter container

Filters the vacuumed up dirt in the water bath.

17. HEPA-Plus ﬁlter

consists of:

HEPA ﬁlter

Filters 99.99 % of all particles over 0.3 micron in size.

Exhaust air ﬁlter

Filters the cooling air of the suction turbine (not pictured).

18. Anti-foaming liquid

(Kärcher foam stop, not pictured)

19. Allergy guide (not pictured) In this brochure we deal with the increasingly important topic of allergies and their causes. You will ﬁnd it worthwhile to spend a little time reading this brochure.

The K 5500 vacuum cleaner features a completely new Kärcher water ﬁlter system which picks up even the smallest particles. The additional HEPAPlus high-performance ﬁlter catches all allergens.

99.99 % of all particles over 0.3 microns in size are removed from the exhaust air which is then cleaner than the ambient air.

Rear View

The supplied items illustrated on the these pages are intended to give you an overview of the appliance and accessories. Information on operating the appliance can be found on the following pages.

The effect of the Kärcher water filter vacuum cleaner

MODEL 5500 OVERVIEW

- continued

FILTER PERFORMANCE

Item Description

1. ON / OFF Switch

Press to switch on; press again to switch off.

2. Cord rewind button

Press to wind up the cable.

3. Carpet turbo nozzle

Can be adjusted to clean different types of carpet. Ideal for deep cleaning.

4. Stainless steel telescopic suction tube

Inﬁnitely variable length adjustment for ergonomic handling.

5. Fine nozzle

For gentle cleaning of furniture and dusting books.

6. Upholstery nozzle

For cleaning upholstery, etc.

7. Handle with soft grips

Suction performance variable using false-air slide.

8. Suction hose

Flexible and sturdy hose for convenient vacuuming. Easily detachable for service and storage.

9. Accessory holder

For furniture brush and upholstery nozzle.

10 Crevice nozzle

For edges, crevices and around radiators.

11. Carry handle

For carrying the appliance on stairs, etc.

12. Hard ﬂoor nozzle

Includes nylon and natural bristle brushes for different types of hard surfaces.

MODEL 5500 OVERVIEW

Note: When unpacking the appliance, make sure that all listed parts are supplied. Please inform your dealer if there has been any damage during transportation.

Front View

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Water filter K 5500 Intermed ia te fil te r HEPA

Respirable particles Fine dust

Domestic dust mites (excretions) Bacteria Dust

Pollen

Spores

Coarse dirt (animal hair, fluff, crumbs)

Filtration efficiency (%) of all particles over 0.3 m in size

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preparation

• Connect the suction hose

• Connect the telescopic suction tube and carpet turbo nozzle.

1. Setting telescopic suction tube

• Unlock the tube by moving the lock ring

and set the tube to the desired length by drawing the inner pipe out or by sliding it in further.

You can vacuum in a comfortable, upright position by setting the telescopic suction pipe to suit your height.

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2. Filling the water ﬁlter container

• Press the unlock button and pull out the water ﬁlter container.

The appliance is delivered with the intermediate ﬁlter and curved air guard already assembled. When ﬁlling the container, ensure that these components (see: Supplied items) have been assembled correctly. They may be the cause of poor suction performance or premature failure of the intermediate ﬁlter.

2. Attaching the accessory holder

• Connect the handle to the telescopic suction tube.

The accessory holder is for storing the furniture brush and upholstery nozzle.

Safety Warnings

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

WARNING-

To reduce the risk of ﬁre,

electric shock, or injury:

1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

WARNING-

To Reduce The Risk Of Electric Shock. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces."

3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.

5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.

6. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

8. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

9. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air ﬂow.

10. Keep hair, loose clothing, ﬁngers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

11. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

12. Use extra care when cleaning on

stairs.

13. Do not use to pick up ﬂammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.

14. Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting motorized nozzle.

15. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding.

16. This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances.

17. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

18. Do not use without all ﬁlters in place.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

SERVICING OF DOUBLEINSULATED APPLIANCES

In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a doubleinsulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualiﬁed service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – Read First!

Customer Service