Operation; Transport; Storage; Care And Service - Kärcher T 12/1 Hf Mode D'emploi

Installing the filter bag
1. Unlock and remove the suction head.
2. Remove the main filter basket.
3. Connect the fleece filter bag or paper filter bag (spe-
cial accessories).
4. Insert the main filter basket.
5. Fit and lock the suction head.

Operation

Switching on the device
1. Connect the mains plug.
2. Switch on the device at the main switch.
Adjusting the suction power
1. Regulate the suction power on the suction control
(variable).
Cleaning mode
1. Set the floor nozzle switch to hard surface or carpet.
2. Perform cleaning.
Switching off the device
1. Switch off the device at the main switch.
2. Pull out the mains plug.
Each time after use
1. Empty the container.
2. Vacuum off the inside and outside of the device and
clean with a moist cloth.

Transport

CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during transporta-
tion.
1. When transporting the device in vehicles, secure it
to prevent it from slipping or overturning in accord-
ance with the respective valid guidelines.

Storage

CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during storage.
The device may only be operated indoors.

Care and service

DANGER
Danger of electric shock
Injuries due to touching live parts
Switch off the device.
Remove the mains plug.
Cleaning the main filter basket
ATTENTION
Danger from wet main filter basket
Risk of damage to the device
Never insert the main filter basket when wet.
1. If necessary, clean the main filter basket (washable)
under running water.
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Replacing the exhaust filter
Exhaust filter: Change once a year
1. Unlock and remove the cover.
2. Remove the filter casing.
3. Remove the exhaust filter from the filter casing.
4. Insert a new exhaust filter in the filter casing.
5. Insert the filter casing.
6. Install and lock the cover.
Replacing the motor protection filter
1. Unlock and remove the suction head.
2. Press the motor protection filter grid down, turn it
and remove it.
3. Remove the motor protection filter.
4. Insert the new motor protection filter.
5. Insert the of the motor protection filter grid and latch
into place.
6. Fit and lock the suction head.

Troubleshooting guide

DANGER
Danger of electric shock
Injuries due to touching live parts
Switch off the device.
Remove the mains plug.
The device stops during operation
The motor thermo-protector has triggered
1. Change the fleece filter bag or paper filter bag (spe-
cial accessories).
2. Replace the motor protection filter.
3. Replace the exhaust filter.
4. Check all parts for clogging.
5. Allow the engine turbine to cool for approx. 15-20
minutes. Switch on the device.
Suction turbine does not start up
1. Check the socket and the power supply fuse.
2. Check the mains cable and the mains plug of the de-
vice.
3. Switch on the device.
Suction power decreases
1. Remove any blockages from the suction nozzle,
suction pipe or suction hose.
2. Change the fleece filter bag or paper filter bag (spe-
cial accessories).
3. Clean the main filter basket under running water and
dry.
4. Position/lock the suction head correctly.
5. Replace the defective suction hose.
6. Replace the motor protection filter.
Escaping dust when vacuuming
1. Change the fleece filter bag or paper filter bag (spe-
cial accessories).
2. Check the fleece filter bag or paper filter bag (spe-
cial accessories) is fitted correctly.
3. Position/lock the suction head correctly.
4. Insert the undamaged main filter basket.
5. Insert the motor protection filter correctly.
Customer Service department
If the malfunction cannot be corrected, the device must
be checked by the Customer Service department.
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