Introducció
Thank you for choosing the Kärcher KWD 2V-12/4/18 Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your appliance. Please read these instructions carefully before first use and keep them for future reference.
Instruccions de seguretat
Observeu sempre les següents precaucions de seguretat per evitar accidents i danys a l'aparell:
- Assegureu-vos que el voltage indicated on the rating plate matches your local power supply before connecting.
- No aspireu líquids, gasos o pols inflamables o explosius.
- No aspireu cendres calentes, cigarrets encesos ni objectes punxeguts.
- Desendolleu sempre l'aparell abans de netejar-lo, fer-ne el manteniment o quan no l'utilitzeu.
- Mantingueu els nens i les persones no autoritzades allunyats de l'aparell durant el funcionament.
- No feu servir l'aparell si el cable d'alimentació o l'endoll està danyat.
- Use only original Kärcher accessories and spare parts.
Contingut del paquet
Verifiqueu que tots els components siguin presents i no estiguin danyats:
- Kärcher KWD 2V-12/4/18 Vacuum Cleaner unit
- Mànega d'aspiració (4 m)
- Extension tubes (straight handle)
- Floor nozzle (clip base)
- Boquilla de crepit
- Filtre d'escuma
- Felt filter bag
- Manual d'usuari

Image: The Kärcher KWD 2V-12/4/18 vacuum cleaner along with its standard accessories, including the hose, extension tubes, floor nozzle, crevice nozzle, and filter bag.
Muntatge i muntatge
- Desembalatge: Traieu amb cura tots els components de l'embalatge.
- Muntatge de les rodes: Insert the four castor wheels into the designated slots on the base of the vacuum cleaner until they click into place.
- Instal·lació del filtre:
- Per aspirar en sec, ensure the felt filter bag is correctly installed inside the container and the foam filter is securely placed over the motor head.
- Per wet vacuuming, remove the felt filter bag. The foam filter must remain installed.
- Assembling the Suction System:
- Connect the suction hose to the suction inlet on the front of the appliance.
- Attach the extension tubes to the handle of the suction hose.
- Attach the desired nozzle (e.g., floor nozzle or crevice nozzle) to the end of the extension tubes.

Image: The Kärcher KWD 2V-12/4/18 vacuum cleaner fully assembled, ready for operation, showing the hose connected to the front inlet and the floor nozzle attached.
Instruccions de funcionament
1. Encès / apagat
- Connecteu el cable d'alimentació a una presa de corrent adequada.
- Turn the rotary switch on the top of the appliance to the "I" position to switch on.
- Turn the rotary switch to the "O" position to switch off.
2. Aspiració en sec
- Ensure the felt filter bag is correctly installed and the foam filter is in place.
- Attach the appropriate nozzle for dry debris (e.g., floor nozzle for general cleaning, crevice nozzle for tight spaces).
- Engegueu l'aparell i comenceu a aspirar.
3. Aspiració en humits
- Remove the felt filter bag before wet vacuuming. The foam filter must remain installed.
- Attach the appropriate nozzle for liquids.
- Switch on the appliance and begin vacuuming liquids.
- The appliance is equipped with a float switch that automatically interrupts the suction when the maximum liquid level is reached. Turn off the appliance immediately and empty the container.
4. Funció del ventilador
To use the blower function, disconnect the suction hose from the front inlet and connect it to the blower outlet located on the rear of the motor head. This function is useful for clearing leaves or light debris from surfaces.

Imatge: Un costat view of the Kärcher KWD 2V-12/4/18 vacuum cleaner, illustrating the connection point for the suction hose and the overall compact design.
Manteniment i cura
Un manteniment regular garanteix un rendiment òptim i allarga la vida útil de l'aspiradora.
- Buidar el contenidor: After each use, especially after wet vacuuming, unclip the motor head and empty the container. Clean the container with water if necessary.
- Cleaning/Replacing the Filter Bag: For dry vacuuming, replace the felt filter bag when it is full or when suction power decreases significantly.
- Neteja del filtre d'escuma: The foam filter can be washed under running water. Allow it to dry completely before re-installing. Replace the foam filter if it is damaged.
- Accessoris de neteja: Clean the suction hose and nozzles as needed to remove blockages or debris.
- Emmagatzematge: Store the appliance in a dry, frost-free place, out of reach of children.
Resolució de problemes
| Problema | Causa possible | Solució |
|---|---|---|
| L'aparell no s'engega | Sense font d'alimentació | Comproveu el cable d'alimentació i la presa de corrent. |
| Potència d'aspiració reduïda | Filter bag full or clogged; Foam filter dirty; Suction hose/nozzle blocked | Replace filter bag; Clean foam filter; Clear blockages from hose/nozzle. |
| S'escapa aigua durant l'aspiració humida | Container full; Foam filter not installed correctly | Empty container; Ensure foam filter is correctly seated. |
| Motor stops during wet vacuuming | Container is full (float switch activated) | Turn off appliance, empty container. |
Especificacions tècniques
- Marca: Kärcher
- Número de model: 1.628-426.0
- Potència/Wattage: 1000 W
- Capacitat: 12 litres
- Voltage: 2 Volts (Note: This seems unusually low for a 1000W appliance, typically it would be 220-240V for household use. Assuming the provided "2 Volts" is a typo or specific internal component voltage, but listing as provided.)
- Dimensions del producte (L x A x A): 34.9 x 32.8 x 37.8 cm
- Pes de l'article: 6.68 quilos
- Tipus de filtre: Disk (Foam filter and Felt filter bag)
- Font d'alimentació: Elèctric amb cable
- Components inclosos: Heavy duty plastic container, 4m cord, straight handle suction hose, clip base nozzle, foam filter, felt filter bag, crevice nozzle.
Garantia i Suport
For warranty information, technical support, or to order spare parts, please refer to the official Kärcher website or contact your local Kärcher service center. Keep your purchase receipt as proof of purchase.
Kärcher oficial Weblloc: www.kaercher.com