Kaercher Steam cleaner Kärcher SC3 Premium 1.513-050.0 1900 W White, Grey 1.513-050.0 Data Sheet

ATTENTION
If the device is not used for a longer period of time (ap-
prox. 2 months), please empty the water tank. This 
avoids decomposition of the water.
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Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

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Remove the accessories from the accessory com-
partments.

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Remove the cartridge from the device.

Illustration 
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Completely empty the water tank to remove exist-
ing water.

ATTENTION
The replacement intervals of the cartridge (display indi-
cator light) must be complied with; otherwise the service 
life of the device is reduced.
If the cartridge is not replaced in the indicated intervals, 
irreparable damage can be caused on the device.
Note
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The replacement intervals depend on the local wa-
ter hardness. Areas with harder water (e.g. III/IV) 
have a shorter replacement interval than areas with 
softer water (e.g. I/II).

The necessary cartridge replacement is indicated via 
the indicator light "Replacement cartridge" by the follow-
ing actions:
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Two hours before the end of the operating time the 
necessary replacement is indicated by flashing. 

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One hour before the end of the operating time the 
indicator light flashes faster. 

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If the operating time of the cartridge is completely 
depleted, the indicator light "Replacement car-
tridge" is continuously on and the device switches 
itself off in order to prevent damage to the device.

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Press the OFF switch to turn off the appliance.

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Remove the cartridge from the device.

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Insert new cartridge into the device.

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Press the ON switch to turn on the appliance.

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Hold down the RESET button for 4 seconds.
Then the indicator light "Replacement descaler car-
tridge" goes out and the operating time of the car-
tridge starts again.

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Allow the device to warm up.

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Then hold down the steam lever for approx. 30 sec-
onds to bleed the cartridge.

Note
During the first steaming after removal and reinserting 
the cartridge the blast of steam can still be a little weak. 
The device requires a short break-in period, as the car-
tridge has to be filled with water first. This is why the 
steam discharge is unsteady at first and single water 
drops may exit. The amount of escaping steam increas-
es continuously until the maximum amount is reached 
after approx. 30 seconds.
ATTENTION
When replacing the cartridge, ensure that there is no 
confusion and the old cartridge is not reinserted.

Note
The floor cleaning cloth and the cloth cover have been 
pre-washed and can be used immediately for working 
with the steam cleaner.
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You can wash dirty floorcloths and cloth covers in 
the washing machine at 60°C. Do not use a liquid 
softener as this would affect the ability of the cloths 
to pick up dirt. You may tumble dry the terry cloths. 
The microfiber cloths are not suitable for the tum-
ble.

Often, failures have simple causes and you can do the 
troubleshooting yourself using the following overview. If 
you are in doubt or if the failure is not listed here please 
contact the authorized customer service.

No water in the water reservoir.
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Refill water

Dry run protection of the pump is activated.
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Switch on/off the appliance again.

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Ensure that the cartridge is inserted correctly and 
there is enough water in the water tank.

Descaler cartridge not inserted or inserted incorrectly.
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Insert cartridge or ensure tight / correct seating.

Descaler cartridge was removed during the filling of the 
water or a new descaler cartridge was inserted.
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Leave the cartridge in the device during filling.

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Hold the steam lever down permanently, after 30 
seconds the full steam output is reached.

Steam switch is secured with the lock / child-proof lock.
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Move the selector switch for the steam volume to 
the front.

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Insert new cartridge and reset the maintenance dis-
play. 
See Chapter "Insert new descaler cartridge".

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Hold down the RESET button for 4 seconds after 
inserting the cartridge.

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Insert new cartridge into the device.
See Chapter "Insert new descaler cartridge".

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Hold down the RESET button for 4 seconds after 
inserting the cartridge.