Troubleshooting Guide - Kärcher IVM 40/24-2 M Lp Manual

must be taken to prevent distribution of
the dust.
● All contaminated objects resulting from
maintenance and repair work that can-
not be satisfactorily cleaned must be
correctly disposed of. Such objects must
be disposed of in sealed bags in accord-
ance with the applicable regulations for
the disposal of this type of waste.
● The suction hose ports are to be closed
using the sealing plugs during transport
and maintenance of the device.
1. Note that you can carry out simple main-
tenance and care work yourself.
2. Clean the surface of the device and the
interior of the container regularly with a
moist cloth.
Inspection and maintenance work
Have the device regularly inspected ac-
cording to the respective national accident
prevention regulations. Maintenance work
as specified by the manufacturer must be
performed by a technically qualified person
at the specified regular intervals and in ac-
cordance with the applicable regulations
and safety requirements. Work on electrical
components may only be performed by a
qualified electrician. Please contact a
KÄRCHER branch office if you have any
questions.
Replacing the filter
CAUTION
Emission of fine dust when changing
the filter
Damage to the skin, lungs and eyes
through emitted dust
Wear the prescribed protective clothing
when changing the filter.
Change the filter in a suitable maintenance
area.
Dispose of the filter in accordance with the
statutory regulations.
1. Secure the device with the parking
brakes.
2. Switch off the device at the power
switches.
3. Pull out the mains plug.
4. Unlock and remove the suction head.
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5. Unlock and remove the spacer.
6. Remove the contaminated filter.
7. Immediately after removing the contam-
inated filter from the unit, place it in a bag
and seal the bag tightly.
8. Dispose of the contaminated filter ac-
cording to legal requirements.
9. Check the sealing ring for damage.
10.Remove any dirt deposits from the clean
air side.
11.Fit the new filter in reverse order. Make
sure that the filter hold-down device is
centred in the filter pockets.
12.Fit and lock the spacer.
13.Fit and lock the suction head.

Troubleshooting guide

DANGER
Unintentional start-up of the device /
electric shock
Unintentional start-up of the suction motor
can cause injuries. Voltage present on
electrical parts can cause an electric shock.
Switch off the device and unplug the mains
plug before performing any work on the de-
vice.
Have all checks and work on electrical
parts performed by an qualified technician.
Note
The device must be switched off immedi-
ately in the event of a malfunction. The mal-
function must be eliminated before
switching the device on again.
If the malfunction cannot be corrected, the
device must be checked by the Customer
Service department.
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 device.
3. Switch the device on.
Suction power decreases
1. Remove the blockages from the suction
nozzle, the suction pipe or the suction
hose.
2. Check that the suction head and the dirt
receptacle are correctly seated.
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