Karcher K 5500 Suction control false-airslide, Wet vacuuming, Using the carpet turbo nozzle

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – continued OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – continued

• Remove the cover from the water filter	• Add a capful of anti-foaming liquid
container and fill the water filter container	(Kärcher Foam Stop) to the water filter
up to the MAX mark with tap water	container.
(approximately 2 liters or 1/2 gallon).

The vacuum cleaner operates on the basis of swirling suction air into the water filter. The vacuumed material and detergent residues from the floor covering are being filtered in the water bath. Under certain circumstances this may result in the formation of foam. To prevent this, add a capful of anti-foaming liquid to the water filter bath. The anti-foaming liquid is environmentally friendly and completely biodegradable. Slight foam formation during operation is normal and does not impair function.

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4. Using the carpet turbo nozzle

Slide the turbo control switch on the floor nozzle to a regulate the brushing action. Full closed (+) increases brushing action for deep pile carpets and full open (-) for

5.Use and assembly of the hard floor nozzle

The hard floor nozzle includes nylon and
natural bristle brush inserts for cleaning
smooth hard surfaces. Use the nylon brush
set for ceramic tile or similar scratch
resistant surfaces. Use the soft natural
brushes for finished wood floors or other
scratch sensitive surfaces. To change the	6
brushes use a flat bladed screw driver or putty knife to gently pry open the plastic nozzle clips
to release the brush inserts. Then slide the replacement brushes into the white plastic holder
and snap holder back into place. Brushes must be replaced as a set for proper operation.

•Re-attach the cover. Push in the water filter container all the way and pull up until it “clicks” into position.

If the water level in the container drops below the “MIN” mark during operation, please refill with water.

3. Switching on

•Unwind the power chord completely and insert the plug into the power outlet.

•To switch on, press the On/Off switch.

Do not vacuum large quantities of powdered substances such as cocoa, flour, washing powder, custard powder, etc.

6. Suction control (false-air slide)

Due to the high constant suction capacity of the appliance, the suction nozzles may be too powerful for cleaning carpets, upholstery, curtains, etc. In this case use the false air slide to reduce the suction capacity. After use, close again.

8. Wet vacuuming

7.Using the crevice nozzle

Crevice nozzle: For edges, crevices, radiators, etc.

Upholstery nozzle: For cleaning upholstery and curtains

Furniture brush: (can be rotated 360°) For gentle cleaning of furniture, dusting books, dashboards, etc.

Use either the crevice nozzle, upholstery nozzle or the hard surface nozzle with the nylon bristles for vacuuming wet surfaces (do not use the carpet turbo nozzle for wet surfaces).

•When the water filter container is empty, up to 2.5 liters or 1/2 gallon of liquid can be vacuumed.

Damp dirt or small quantities of liquid up to approximately 0.5 liters or 2 cups can be vacuumed at any time when the water filter container is full. Use the crevice nozzle or the handle without attached accessory.