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General notes
Read the original instructions before us-
ing the device for the first time and act in
accordance with it. Keep the original in-
structions for future reference or for future owners.
Safety instructions
Hazard levels
DANGER
● Indication of an imminent threat of danger that will
lead to severe injuries or even death.
WARNING
● Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that
may lead to severe injuries or even death.
CAUTION
● Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that
may lead to minor injuries.
ATTENTION
● Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that
may lead to damage to property.
Safety instructions for suction station
DANGER ● Only connect the device to an AC pow-
er source. The voltage indicated on the type plate must
match the mains voltage of the power source. ● For
safety reasons we recommend operating the device on-
ly via a fault current protection switch (maximum
30 mA). ● Never touch the mains plug and socket with
wet hands. ● Danger of explosion. Do not charge any
non-rechargeable battery.
WARNING ● Persons with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities and persons lacking experi-
ence and knowledge may only use the appliance if they
are properly supervised, have been instructed on use of
the appliance safely by a person responsible for their
safety, and understand the resultant hazards involved.
● Children from the minimum age of 8 may use the ap-
pliance if they are properly supervised or have been in-
structed in its use by a person responsible for their
safety, and if they have understood the resultant haz-
ards involved. ● Children must be supervised to prevent
them from playing with the appliance. ● Children may
only perform cleaning work and user maintenance un-
der supervision. ● The appliance contains electrical
components - do not clean the appliance under running
water. ● Switch off the device immediately and remove
the mains plug before performing any care and service
work. ● Only connect the device to an electrical connec-
tion which has been set up by a qualified electrician as
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per IEC 60364-1. ● Check that the mains voltage corre-
sponds with the voltage stated on the type plate of the
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charger. ● The appliance contains electrical compo-
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nents - do not clean the appliance under running water.
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● Short circuit hazard. Keep conductive objects
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(e.g. screwdrivers or similar tools) away from the charg-
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ing contacts. ● Short circuit hazard. Only clean the
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charging contacts of the charging station dry. ● Check
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the mains cable for damage each time before every op-
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eration. Do not use a damaged mains cable. If dam-
aged, replace the mains cable with an approved
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replacement. You can get a suitable replacement from
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KÄRCHER or one of our service partners. ● Applies to
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RVC 3 Comfort devices: Only the cleaning robot model
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"RVC 3 Comfort" may be charged ● Only use the charg-
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ing station in countries with a mains voltage of 220-
240V.
ATTENTION ● Use the charging station indoors only.
● Do not place the charging station near heat sources,
e.g. heaters. ● Store the charging station indoors only,
in a cool, dry place. ● Charge the cleaning robot at least
once a month to avoid deep discharge of the battery.
● Switch off the charging station before all care and
maintenance work. ● Do not place objects on the device
or sit on it.
Symbols on the device
Read the operating instructions and all
safety instructions before operating the
device for the first time.
Protect the device from moisture. Store
the device in a dry place. Do not subject
the device to rain. The device is only
suitable for indoor use.
● The unit is designed as a suction and charging sta-
tion for use with the KÄRCHER RVC 3 Comfort
cleaning robot.
● This device has been developed for use in private
households and is not intended for the load imposed
by commercial use.
Environmental protection
The packing materials can be recycled. Please
dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-
vironmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic devices contain valua-
ble, recyclable materials and often components
such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil,
which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can
pose a potential danger to human health and the envi-
ronment. However, these components are required for
the correct operation of the device. Devices marked by
this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together
with the household rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found
at: www.kaercher.de/REACH
Accessories and spare parts
Only use original accessories and original spare parts.
They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and
safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be
found at www.kaercher.com.
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