Hazard Levels; Description Of The Appliance - Kärcher WD 3 Originalbetriebsanleitung

–
Risk of fire. Do not vacuum up any burning or glow-
ing objects.
–
The appliance may not be used in areas where a
risk of explosion is present.
–
Immediately switch the appliance off or pull the
power plug if foam forms or liquids escape!
–
Do not use abrasives, glass or universal cleaners!
Never immerse the appliance in water.
Certain materials may produce explosive vapours or
mixtures when agitated by the suction air!
Never vacuum up the following materials:
–
Explosive or combustible gases, liquids and dust
particles (reactive dust particles)
–
Reactive metal dust particles (such as aluminium,
magnesium, zinc) in combination with highly alka-
line or acidic detergents
–
Undiluted, strong acids and alkalies
–
Organic solvents (such as petrol, paint thinners, ac-
etone, heating oil).
In addition, these substances may cause the appliance
materials to corrode.

Hazard levels

DANGER
Pointer to immediate danger, which leads to severe in-
juries or death.
WARNING
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can
lead to severe injuries or death.
CAUTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can
lead to minor injuries.
ATTENTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can
lead to property damage.

Description of the Appliance

Illustrations on fold-out page!
These operating instructions de-

scribe the multi-purpose vacuum
cleaners listed on the front cover.
The illustrations show the maximum equipment;

depending on the model, there are differences in
equipment and supplied accessories.
When unpacking the product, make sure that no acces-
sories are missing and that none of the package con-
tents have been damaged. If you detect any transport
damages please contact your dealer.
included in the scope of delivery
possible accessories
Suction hose connection
Illustration
 To connect the suction hose during vacuuming.
ON/OFF switch for appliance
(without built-in socket)
Illustration
 Position I: Suction or blowing
Position 0: Appliance is switched off
10
ON/OFF switch for appliance
(with built-in socket)
Illustration
 Position I: Suction or blowing
Position II: Automatic vacuuming with connected
electric tool
Position 0: Appliance and the connected electric
tool are switched off
Machine socket
Note: Observe the maximum connected load (see
Chapter "Technical data").
Illustration
 To connect an electric tool.
Carrying handle
 To carry the appliance or to remove the appliance
head after unlocking.
Cable hook
Illustration
 To store the mains cable.
Blowing connection
Illustration
 Connect the suction hose to the blower connection,
this will activate the blower function.
Container closure
Illustration
 Pull out to open, push in to lock.
Parking position
Illustration
 To rest the floor nozzle during work interruptions.
Accessory mount
Illustration
 The accessories compartment allows the storage
of suction pipes and suction nozzles on the appli-
ance.
Steering roller
Illustration
 The steering rollers are located in the waste con-
tainer when the appliance is delivered. These must
be attached prior to starting up the appliance.
Filter bag
Note: Do not use a filter bag for wet vacuuming!
Illustration
 Recommendation: To vacuum fine dust, use the
filter bag.
– 6
EN