Instructions and tips

Here you can find both written and video instructions about how to use the Karcher Puzzi 8/1 with or without the carpet extension.

Video instrucions for using the Karcher Puzzi 8/1

Instructions for using up the cleaner

  1. Connect the equipment. Attach the supplied hose to the device and connect it to the supplied hand spray head.

  2. Prepare the cleaning solution. Fill the water reservoir with warm tap water (maximum 50°C) and add one cleaning tablet. Use the provided white bucket for filling. The white bucket itself is where the dirty water will go. Be careful not to exceed the "MAX" mark on the reservoir. Place the white bucket back in position to collect dirty water.

  3. Operate the cleaner. Use the buttons on the side of the device to switch between the spraying and vacuuming modes.

  4. Empty the clean water container. Activate the vacuuming mode using the buttons on the side of the device. Insert the suction end of the hose into the clean water reservoir, ensuring it reaches the bottom. Vacuum out any remaining clean water, which will be transferred to the dirty water container.

  5. Dispose of dirty water. Empty the dirty water container.

  6. Clean the device. Fill the clean water reservoir with fresh water (without adding a cleaning tablet). Spray clean water through the hose and the hand spray nozzle, directing it into the dirty water container.

  7. Final step. Empty the dirty water container again to complete the cleaning process.

Tips for cleaning

  1. Spray before vacuuming. Always spray the surface you want to clean first, then vacuum the water. Allow the sprayed solution to sit for about 5 minutes to loosen dirt effectively.

  2. Use water sparingly. Avoid using excessive water, as this will increase the drying time for the surface.

  3. Enhance cleaning with a brush. After spraying, use a brush on surfaces like car seats to work the cleaning solution thoroughly into the material. This helps to remove stubborn dirt more effectively.

  4. Repeat if necessary. Depending on the surface's texture, material composition, and the type or amount of dirt, you may need to repeat the cleaning process once or twice for optimal results.

  5. Measure cleaning tablets carefully. Use 1 cleaning tablet for every 3.5 liters of water (equivalent to 1 full white bucket). Using more than the recommended amount of tablets will not improve the cleaning results.

  6. Vacuum loose dirt first. Before using the Kärcher Puzzi, use a regular vacuum cleaner to remove loose dirt and debris from the surface.

  7. Simultaneously spray and vacuum for heavily soiled carpets. For very dirty carpets, you can activate both the spray and vacuum functions simultaneously. This method sprays the cleaning solution onto the surface while immediately suctioning up the water and dirt into the dirty water container, preventing over-soaking and ensuring a thorough clean. To do this:

    1. Turn on both functions. Press the spray button and the vacuum button on the Kärcher Puzzi machine to enable both modes.

    2. Use the spray trigger. Squeeze the trigger on the hand spray nozzle to release the cleaning solution while vacuuming at the same time.

  8. Use fresh water and a new tablet for each cleaning session. Always fill the clean water reservoir with fresh water and dissolve a new cleaning tablet for every cleaning session. Since the tablets dissolve completely, they cannot be reused. This ensures the cleaning solution remains effective and hygienic.

  9. Vacuum thoroughly after cleaning. To achieve the best results, vacuum the cleaned surface thoroughly after it has dried.