Before Startup; Dry Vacuum Cleaning - Kärcher WD 3 Mode D'emploi

Cartridge filter
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 The cartridge filter must always be installed - with
wet and dry vacuuming.
Note: Let the wet cartridge filter dry prior to using it for
dry vacuuming.
Suction hose with connecting piece
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 Push the suction hose into the connection on the
appliance, it snaps in place.
 In order to disconnect it, push down with your
thumb and pull the suction hose out.
Note: Accessories, such as suction brushes (optional)
can be directly attached to the connecting piece and
thus connected to the suction hose.
For convenient working even in tight spaces.
The removable handle can be attached between the ac-
cessories and the suction hose if necessary.
See position 14.
Recommendation: In order to vacuum the floor, attach
the handle to the suction hose.
Removable handle
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 Connect the handle with the suction hose until it
snaps in place.
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 To remove the handle from the suction hose, press
the notch using your thumb and pull off the handle.
Note: Due to removing the handle, accessories can be
directly attached to the suction hose.
Recommendation: In order to vacuum the floor, attach
the handle to the suction hose.
See position 13.
Suction tubes 2 x 0.5 m
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 Put both suction tubes together and connect them
with the handle.
Crevice nozzle
 For edges, joints, heaters and hard to reach loca-
tions.
Floor nozzle
(with inserts)
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 Note: For vacuuming dry dirt or water off the floor -
always work with the insert (brush strip and rubber
lip) in the floor nozzle.
Adapter
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 To connect the suction hose with an electric tool
 Adapt the adapter to the connection diameter of the
electric tool using a knife if necessary.
ATTENTION
Always work with an inserted cartridge filter during wet
as well as dry vacuum cleaning!
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 Mount loose parts delivered with appliance prior to
start-up.
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 Connect accessories.
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 Plug in the mains plug.
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 Turn on the machine.

Dry vacuum cleaning

ATTENTION
Check the filter for damage prior to installation and re-
place as necessary.
Work with a dry cartridge filter only!
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 Recommendation: To vacuum fine dust, use the
filter bag.
Information filter bag
– The filling level of the filter bag depends on the dirt
that is sucked in.
– The filter bag needs to be replaced more frequently
while sucking in fine dust, sand, etc.
– Clogged filter bags can burst - therefore make sure
to replace the filter bag in a timely manner!
ATTENTION
Vacuum cold ashes only when using a pre-filter.
Wet vacuum cleaning
 For vacuuming up moisture or liquids pay attention
to the correct floor nozzle insert and connect the
corresponding accessories.
ATTENTION
Do not use a filter bag!
Note: If the container is full, a float closes the suction
opening, and the appliance works at a higher speed.
Switch off the appliance immediately, and empty the
container.
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Operation

Before Startup

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