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.
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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
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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.
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MODEL 5500 OVERVIEW
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
2.
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
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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