KÄRCHER BVL 3/1 Bp / BVL 3/1 Bp Pack User Manual

Important Safety Instructions

⚠️ WARNING

1. Do not charge the battery pack outdoors.
2. Disconnect battery pack from vacuum cleaner before removing the cover, performing maintenance work, and when not in use.
3. Always check the charger for damage or signs of any aging before each use.
4. Charger: Do not unplug by pulling cord. To unplug, grasp plug, not cord.
5. Charger: Do not grasp plug with wet hands.
6. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
7. To avoid shock, do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
8. Use only as recommended by this manual. Use only with recommended attachments.
9. Keep hair, clothing, loose jewelry, fingers and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
10. Do not block or obstruct openings. Keep openings free of lint, hair, dust, and anything that restricts air flow.
11. Do not pick up anything that is burning, smoldering, or smoking such as matches, cigarettes, or hot ashes.
12. Do not use to vacuum combustible explosive materials, such as coal, grain, and other finely divided combustible material.
13. Do not use to vacuum combustible, hazardous, toxic, or carcinogenic materials, including gasoline, diesel fuel, acetone, paint thinner, heating oils, undiluted acids and solvents, pesticide, and asbestos.
14. Use recommended filters when vacuuming drywall materials.
15. Do not use without filter and/or dust bag in proper place.
16. Do not allow vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy. Keep children away from vacuum cleaner.
17. Do not leave unattended while vacuum cleaner is running.
18. Do not use if filter or vacuum cleaner is in poor condition. If the vacuum cleaner has been dropped, damaged, exposed to weather, or dropped into water; have it checked by an authorized service.
19. Always use eye protection when operating vacuum cleaner.
20. Use extra caution when operating on stairs.
21. Stay alert! Do not use vacuum cleaner when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
22. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.
23. Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.
24. Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
25. Use appliances only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
26. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
27. Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
28. Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 265 °F (130 °C) may cause explosion.

General Notes

? Before using the device, read the enclosed original instructions of this device, the battery pack and the charger. Act in accordance with them. Keep these documents for future reference or for future owners.

• If the operating instructions are not observed, the device can be damaged and dangers could arise for users and other persons.
• Notify the dealer immediately in the case of shipping damage.
• Check the package contents when unpacking for missing accessories or for damage.

Environmental Protection

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental regulations.

Electrical and electronic devices contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil, which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can pose a potential danger to human health and the environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the device. Devices marked by this symbol ♻️ are not allowed to be disposed of together with the household rubbish.

Notes on the content materials (REACH) Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.de/REACH

Hazard Levels

❗ DANGER: Indication of an imminent threat of danger that will lead to severe injuries or even death.

⚠️ WARNING: Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to severe injuries or even death.

⚠️ CAUTION: Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to minor injuries.

❗ ATTENTION: Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to damage to property.

Intended Use

WARNING: Health risk - Inhalation of dusts that are harmful to health. Do not use the device for vacuuming up dusts that are harmful to health.

ATTENTION: Damage to the device - Short-circuit due to high levels of humidity. Only use and store the device indoors.

• This universal vacuum cleaner for carpets is intended for dry cleaning floor and wall surfaces.
• This device is suitable for commercial use, e.g. in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices, and rental companies.

Safety Information - Pacemaker

❗ DANGER: Danger due to radiated high frequency/electric magnetic fields. Health risk when wearing a pacemaker. Observe the following safety instructions when handling the device.

• If you are wearing a pacemaker, we recommend that you consult your doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker about possible precautions before operating the device.
• Not all types of pacemakers are equally resistant to radiation in the immediate vicinity of radiated high frequency/electric magnetic fields, which could lead to problems in the operation of the device.
• If your doctor can not guarantee your safety, do not use the device!

Description of the Device

Illustration A lists the components:

• 1 HEPA filter (special accessory)
• 2 Motor protection filter
• 3 Base plate
• 4 Housing for motor protection filter
• 5 Shoulder straps
• 6 Type plate
• 7 Unlocking button
• 8 Hip belt buckle
• 9 Holder for crevice nozzle
• 10 Hip belt
• 11 Suction hose port (outside)
• 12 Fleece filter bag
• 13 Handle
• 14 Rechargeable battery pack
• 15 Suction head
• 16 QR code for video instructions
• 17 Dirt receptacle closure
• 18 Dirt receptacle
• 19 Closure strap
• 20 Chest strap buckle
• 21 Chest strap (height adjustable)
• 22 Carrying system
• 23 Centre straps
• 24 Hard surface/carpet switch
• 25 Floor nozzle
• 26 Telescopic suction pipe
• 27 Eco button (energy-saving mode)
• 28 Charge indicator
• 29 Main switch
• 30 Control unit
• 31 Suction control
• 32 Angle piece
• 33 Suction hose

Colour coding:

• Control elements for the cleaning process are yellow.
• Control elements for maintenance and servicing are light grey.

Symbols on the Device

• Suction hose connection for right-handed users (R symbol)
• Suction hose connection for left-handed users (L symbol)
• QR code for video instructions

Preparation

1. Unpack the device and assemble the accessories (Illustration B).

Initial Startup

Inserting the fleece filter bag

Note: Do not use the device without a fleece filter bag.

1. Unlock and remove the dirt receptacle (Figure 1).
2. Pull the fleece filter bag with rubber flange over the suction hose port (inside) (Figure 2).
3. Fit and lock the dirt receptacle (Figure 3).

Inserting the battery pack

1. Slide the battery pack into the battery holder and lock it in place.

Adjusting the hip belt, chest strap and shoulder straps

1. Put the device on your back.

2. Engage the buckle of the hip belt and adjust the hip belt (Illustration C).

3. Engage the buckle of the chest strap and adjust the chest strap (height adjustable). Adjust the device to the body by pulling on the centre straps (Illustration D).

Charging the battery pack

Note: Please read the operating instructions of the charger manufacturer, especially the chapters on safety instructions!

Note: Please read the operating instructions of the battery pack manufacturer, especially the chapters on safety instructions!

Note: The battery pack is partially charged on delivery. Charge before use and when necessary.

Note: The battery pack can only be charged when it is removed.

1. Press the unlocking button and remove the battery pack.
2. Charge the battery pack according to the operating instructions of the charger manufacturer and the battery pack manufacturer.

Operation

ATTENTION: Danger due to technical defect. Risk of damage to the device. Immediately switch off the engine as the suction performance decreases.

Aligning the dirt receptacle

1. Align the dirt receptacle so that the suction hose comes out on the working side when the carrying system is worn (right/left-handed operation). The respective symbol can then be seen on the front (Illustration E).

Switch on the device

1. Switch on the device at the main switch.

Eco mode

Eco button (energy-saving mode): The device works with reduced suction performance. The battery run time is extended.

1. To activate Eco-mode: Actuate the Eco button.
2. To switch off Eco-mode: Actuate the Eco button repeatedly.

Note: For optimum suction results:

• Deactivate Eco mode for carpets.
• Vacuum hard surfaces with or without Eco mode.

Adjusting the suction power

1. Regulate the suction power on the suction control.

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.

Each time after use

1. Empty the dirt receptacle.

2. Clean the device and accessories with a damp cloth after use.

Storing the device

1. Push in the telescopic suction pipe.

2. Store the device in a dry room or hang it by the handle and secure it against unauthorised use.

Transport

⚠️ CAUTION: Failure to observe the weight. Risk of injury and damage. Be aware of the weight of the device during transportation.

1. When transporting the device in vehicles, secure it to prevent it from slipping or overturning in accordance 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 stored indoors.

1. Press the unlocking button and remove the battery pack to prevent discharge.

Care and service

❗ DANGER: Danger of electric shock. Injuries due to touching live parts. Switch off the device. Remove the battery pack.

Changing the fleece filter bag

1. Unlock and remove the dirt receptacle (Figure 1).

2. Remove the fleece filter bag.

3. Pull the new fleece filter bag with rubber flange over the suction hose port (inside) (Figure 2).

4. Fit and lock the dirt receptacle (Figure 3).

Replacing the HEPA filter

HEPA filter (special accessory): Change once a year

1. Unlock and remove the dirt receptacle.
2. Turn the suction head by 180°.
3. Unlock and remove the HEPA filter (special accessory).
4. Insert a new HEPA filter (special accessory) and click it into place.
5. Turn the suction head by 180°.
6. Fit and lock the dirt receptacle.

Replacing the motor protection filter

1. Unlock and remove the dirt receptacle.
2. Turn the suction head by 180°.
3. If necessary, unlock and remove the HEPA filter (special accessory).
4. Remove the motor protection filter.
5. Fit the new motor protection filter.
6. If necessary, insert the HEPA filter (special accessory) and click it into place.
7. Turn the suction head by 180°.
8. Fit and lock the dirt receptacle.

Readjusting the closure strap

1. Unlock and remove the dirt receptacle.

2. Readjust the closure strap so that the dirt receptacle lies tightly against the suction head (Illustration F).

3. Fit and lock the dirt receptacle.

Troubleshooting guide

❗ DANGER: Danger of electric shock. Injuries due to touching live parts. Switch off the device. Remove the battery pack.

Note: The device must be switched off immediately if a malfunction occurs (e.g. filter breakage). The malfunction must be eliminated before switching the device on again.

The device stops during operation

The motor thermo-protector has triggered:

1. Changing the fleece filter bag.
2. Replace the motor protection filter.
3. Check all parts for clogging.
4. Switch on the device.

Suction power decreases

1. Changing the fleece filter bag.
2. Correctly position/lock the dirt receptacle, readjust the closure strap if necessary.

Escaping dust when vacuuming

1. Change the faulty fleece filter bag.
2. Check the fit of the fleece filter bag.
3. Correctly position/lock the dirt receptacle, readjust the closure strap if necessary.
4. Insert the motor protection filter correctly.

No or insufficient suction performance

1. Remove any blockages from the suction nozzle, suction pipe or suction hose.
2. Replace the defective suction hose.
3. Changing the fleece filter bag.
4. Correctly position/lock the dirt receptacle, readjust the closure strap if necessary.
5. Replace the motor protection filter.

Device not running

1. Switch on the device.
2. Allow the overheated board to cool down.
3. Charge the battery pack.
4. Insert the battery pack.

Customer Service department

If the malfunction cannot be corrected, the device must be checked by the Customer Service department.

Warranty

The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing flaw is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorised customer service site. (See overleaf for the address)

Further warranty information (if available) can be found in the service area of your local Kärcher website under "Downloads".

Accessories and spare parts

Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely. Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at www.kaercher.com.

Spare parts list

Only use KÄRCHER original battery packs, not non-rechargeable batteries.

Technical data

Subject to technical modifications.