When using professional equipment, carpet dry cleaning becomes an easy, fast and effective process. To do this, you need to select the right accessories and cleaning agents. Karcher dry cleaning is in demand among organizations that provide carpet cleaning services. It can also be used at home to increase the effectiveness of the procedure.
Description and types of Karcher vacuum cleaners
What a vacuum cleaner looks like
A Karcher dry cleaning vacuum cleaner is indispensable for cleaning floor coverings and furniture upholstery. The Karcher company produces a variety of equipment for dry cleaning Karcher furniture and similar devices that clean car interiors better than home analogues of the device. This product line includes:
- compact devices powered from a 12V network;
- small household appliances operating from a 220 V network;
- powerful devices designed for professional cleaning, used for commercial purposes.
Devices for wet and dry cleaning allow you to clean upholstered furniture, carpets, coverings, rugs and other soft products. The devices easily cope with household pollution and traces of human activity. The washing chemical and the washing unit make it possible to achieve the desired effect in a short time to achieve the desired cleanliness results.
Attention! Water with detergent under pressure is sprayed out of the nozzle and driven into the soft surface, knocking out a piece of dirt and the waste liquid is immediately sucked in.
Each device produced by the company has its own purpose:
- "Kärcher" for dry cleaning carpets and upholstered furniture removes stains. Cleaning with such devices is quick and convenient. In this way you can remove stains from armchairs, sofas, poufs and ottomans. Vacuum cleaners are also suitable for cleaning seats in public transport, as well as in public places (theater, opera);
- Suitable for cleaning carpets and rugs. Thanks to special elongated nozzles, cleaning carpets is a breeze. The process is carried out quickly and smoothly, and the ergonomic configuration allows cleaning without significant labor costs. The average duration of equipment work varies from 2-6 hours depending on the volume of work performed;
- Using the devices described above, mattresses in cottages and apartments are cleaned. Powerful machines are capable of fulfilling commercial orders. With their help, it is possible to clean mattresses in hostels and hotels;
- You can clean any textile surface or fabric upholstery. The softness of the nozzles used and the careful operation of the equipment will allow you to clean thin and delicate surfaces. Using a washing unit, it is possible to clean carpets with different pile parameters, cotton products, upholstery with natural materials or synthetic fiber, velor;
- The main purpose of the devices is dry cleaning. It is permissible to wash coatings or refresh the wooden walls of a private house - a jet under high pressure can remove dust from the walls and floor, and the waste liquid goes into a separate tank. The main application is cleaning fabric coverings.
General recommendations for cleaning upholstered furniture
Most stains on upholstered furniture can be removed at home. But before you start cleaning your upholstery, carefully study the following recommendations.
- Before using the cleaner, test it on an inconspicuous area of the upholstery. Even special shampoos can damage the dye and leave unsightly stains.
- Do not mix several cleaning products or use them right after each other. When interacting, they can damage the upholstery.
- Before cleaning, thoroughly remove dust with a vacuum cleaner. It is better to repeat the procedure twice. It is the remaining dust that can cause stains to form on the upholstery.
- Set the vacuum cleaner to minimum power. Use special attachments designed for cleaning upholstery. Do not allow the fabric to be pulled into the pipe, as this may deform it.
- Clean your furniture regularly and do not allow foreign substances to become absorbed into the fabric. It is easier to wipe off fresh stains than stubborn stains. To begin with, use ordinary water and soap; if they do not help remove the stain, use special household chemicals.
- Do not use chlorine-based products or traditional recipes containing gasoline to avoid damaging the fabric fibers and discoloring it.
- When removing stains, work from the edges to the center to avoid streaks. Try to treat the entire surface of the upholstery at once.
- Apply cleaning products first to the back, then to the armrests, seat, sides and bottom of the furniture.
- After cleaning, carefully remove any remaining detergent with a damp cloth or vacuum cleaner.
- Make sure that the furniture is thoroughly dry after washing. Ventilate the room, turn on the heating appliances. You can also use a cold hairdryer or fan. Remember that to prevent the appearance of an unpleasant odor, the upholstery and filling must be dried within the first 12 hours.
- You need to be especially careful when cleaning items with elements made of metal, leather and wood; do not allow detergents to come into contact with these materials.
Popular lines and models
Karcher WD 3 Premium
The rating includes 10 devices, among which you can find budget options and powerful devices with a variety of functions that are economical in electrical energy consumption.
An innovative, powerful vacuum cleaner for household needs, makes it possible to comfortably carry out dry and wet cleaning. The dust container is spacious and accepts small particles of dirt, large debris and moisture.
The body is made of anodized steel and is wear-resistant to various types of mechanical damage. The extended tube included with the device allows you to reach the most remote places, corners of the room, and restore perfect order.
- Types of cleaning: dry/wet;
- Power parameters - 1000 W;
- Suction power - 200 W;
- Assembly features: 17 liter cyclonic dust bag (depending on the configuration);
- Noise during operation 80 dB;
- The weight of the device is 6 kg.
Powerful mid-range device. It differs in the quality of cleaning different surfaces. Using a special nozzle, removes dust from upholstered furniture.
Karcher VC 3
Equipment: cyclone tank for collecting dust particles and debris, a long cable makes it possible to carry out cleaning simultaneously within a radius of 8 m.
Designed for dry cleaning. Power consumption - 700 W, suction parameters - 250 W, dust collector capacity - 0.9 l, operating noise - 76 dB, weight - 4.5 kg.
A progressive cleaning device. It has a multi-level filter system capable of purifying the air from dust and irritants by 99.9%.
This device is suitable for cleaning rooms where there are people with allergies, asthma patients, families with small children and dog owners.
Important! Performs dry cleaning. Power consumption - 650 W, suction parameters - 230 W, dust collector with a capacity of 2 liters, operating noise - 80 dB, weight - 7.5 kg.
How to choose the right model
Karcher DS 6 Premium Mediclean
Before purchasing a Karcher for cleaning carpets and upholstered furniture, the price of the potential consumer calculates the purpose and conditions of use of the device.
The units are classified according to their purpose:
- For dry;
- Wet cleaning;
- Chemical cleaning.
The device must have the following technical parameters:
- Multifunctionality in use;
- Use of the unit for wet and dry cleaning of premises;
- High power parameters, making it possible to dry the surface to be cleaned from liquid;
- Container and reservoir for detergent and liquid.
- Noise level. This indicator is fixed by the manufacturer;
- Filtration: incoming and outgoing. Without filters, the device will not be able to effectively perform the assigned functionality;
- Consumables. The presence of specialized brushes and attachments is a necessary component of cleaning. There are often cases when the device sneaks under installed furniture - in this case, you will need a narrow tube that can suck out dust from the most inaccessible places.
- A type of dust collector is a bag, a plastic container, or an aqua filter. Bags must be replaced, and analog parts require timely cleaning.
- Additional functionality. Some devices provide the function of steam cleaning, surface disinfection, ionization of air flows, and aromatization. It is better to purchase similar devices. They will not only get rid of old stains, but will also help create a wonderful atmosphere in the room.
How to use it correctly
According to the instructions for use, the procedure for using the equipment includes several stages:
- Connection to the electrical network;
- Activation “suction” - the beginning of the functioning of the turbine mechanism;
- Closing the air damper on the handle of the device;
- Preparatory measures for the pump for operation, activation of the “Spraying” option;
- Spraying detergent to activate the lever built into the handle;
- Surface cleaning.
Understanding how to use the equipment is not that difficult. When cleaning you need to pay attention to:
Fillability of the tank.
Attention! If the permissible maximum is exceeded, the suction opening is closed by a float. The hose and handle are removed and the tank needs to be emptied.
What are the benefits of cleaning a sofa with a Karcher steam cleaner?
During operation, Kärcher steam cleaners showed excellent performance, demonstrating their advantage over other devices of similar operation. The main advantages of a steam cleaner include:
- Versatility of use;
- Simplicity and ease of operation;
- High environmental friendliness, which is achieved through disinfection of fabric and the absence of the need to use chemical cleaning agents;
- After use, there are no streaks or traces of scale left on the upholstery;
- Low power consumption.
Where to go for repairs
Any equipment for dry cleaning Karcher furniture is high-quality equipment that has proven itself on the positive side. However, even such equipment has breakdowns. Meanwhile, the nature of the breakdowns is not serious and, before contacting device repair centers, it makes sense to conduct independent diagnostics.
According to statistics from equipment repair centers, the following categories of breakdowns are often encountered at Karcher:
- Weak suction (its absence) - clogging of the brush, hose, nozzle;
- Clogged filters;
- Breakage of the foam nozzle;
- Refusal to include;
- Enhanced foaming.
Attention! Determining the cause of the malfunction is easy. It is necessary to carry out diagnostics and then it will become clear what to do with the device and what spare parts will be needed.
The Karcher dry cleaning vacuum cleaner is a high-quality and popular technique; thanks to the large selection, you can find a suitable model. The equipment is easy to maintain and convenient.
Solutions from Kärcher
Karcher household appliances will help make caring for upholstered furniture at home and in the office easier. Our upholstery vacuum cleaners are highly efficient and easy to use. Household vacuum cleaners are indispensable for cleaning warehouses, industrial premises, garages and places with high humidity. Use Karcher washing vacuum cleaners for different types of surfaces. To choose the right model, check out our catalog or seek advice from a customer service expert.