REMKO RK 26 User manual

Edition GB – G09
REMKO RK
Dry dirt and water vacuum cleaners
Operation · Technology · Spare parts

Contents
Safety notes 3
Unit description 3
Commissioning 3
Shutdown 4
Care and maintenance 4
Information on special accessories 5
Exploded view of RK 26 6
Spare parts list for RK 26 7
Exploded view of RK 45 8
Spare parts list for RK 45 9
Exploded view of RK 55 10
Spare parts list for RK 55 11
Exploded view of RK 75 12
Spare parts list for RK 75 13
Customer service and guarantee 14
Environmental protection and recycling 14
Intended use 14
Technical data 15
Carefully read this operating manual prior to commissioning / using
the units!
These instructions are an integral part of the unit and must always be
kept in the vicinity of the installation location or on the unit itself.
This operating manual is a translation of the German original.
Subject to modifications; no liability accepted for errors or misprints!

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Safety notes
Always observe the respective local building code and fire prevention
guidelines as well as the guidelines of the accident prevention and
insurance associations when using the units.
The units have been subjected
to extensive material, functional
and quality inspections prior to
delivery. However, dangers can
arise from the units if they are used
improperly or not as intended by
untrained personnel!
It is essential that you comply with
the following safety precautions to
prevent personal injury or damage
to property.
■ The personnel tasked with
operating the units must check
the units for visible defects
on the operating and safety
devices as well as the presence
and function of the protective
devices prior to starting work
■ In the event of defects that
endanger the operational safety
of the unit, operation must be
discontinued immediately
■ Before switching the unit on,
check that the grid voltage is
consistent with the voltage
stated on the name plate
■ Ensure that the power supply is
safeguarded by a fuse of at least
10A of rated current (16A for
RK 75)
■ Do not damage the mains
power cable by running over or
crushing it
■ Check the mains power cable
regularly for signs of damage or
ageing.
■ Only use cables of type
H05VV-F 3G 0.75 mm² (RK 75
H05VV-F 3G 1.5 mm²) if the
mains power cable needs to be
replaced
■ Disconnect the mains plug from
the socket before carrying out
maintenance or servicing work
■ The units must not be used to
vacuum dust that is hazardous to
health
■ Vacuuming explosive materials,
potent acids or solvents is not
permitted
■ The units must not be operated
in potentially explosive
environments
■ The units must not be covered
during operation
■ The units must not be exposed
to direct jets of water
e.g. pressure washers etc.
Unit description
Improper use shall invalidate
any guarantee claims.
Never vacuum explosive
liquids and dusts or flammable
gases and solvents.
The units RK 26 and RK 26-K are
portable and to be used exclusively
for dry dirt cleaning.
The units RK 45, RK 55 and RK
75 are dry dirt and water vacuum
cleaners for industrial applications.
The units are operated exclusively
with electric power and have been
designed in such a way that they
can be used universally and in
a straightforward manner.
The units are equipped with
specially enclosed, low-
maintenance turbines and a power
cable with protective contact plug.
The units conform to the
fundamental health and safety
requirements of the appropriate
EU stipulations.
The units are dependable and offer
ease of operation.
The units may be used among
other things for the following:
■ Wet and dry cleaning of floor
and wall surfaces in residential
and commercial areas
■ Cleaning boilers
(RK 26-K with boiler cleaning
set only)
■ Cleaning construction sites
■ Cleaning vehicles
■ Cleaning machinery
■ Cleaning buildings
■ Cleaning workshops
CAUTION
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CAUTION
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REMKO RK
Commissioning
Shutdown
Carry out the following steps to
put the unit into operation.
1. Connect the hand tube to the
suction accessories required for
the intended application.
2. Connect the suction hose to the
container.
3. Make sure that the all-purpose
dirt filter and any additional
filters are inserted correctly.
4. Check that the fasteners are
locked securely.
5. Plug the mains power cable to
a socket that has been correctly
and adequately fused.
6. Switch the vacuum cleaner on
by pressing the operating switch
on the motor head.
7. On the RK 75, you can also
switch on the second power
stage, if required.
Dry dirt cleaning
1. Release the fasteners on the side
of the container and remove the
motor head.
2. If necessary, empty the
container.
3. Dry the container if it is damp
on the inside.
4. Insert the (clean) all-purpose
dirt filter.
6. If required, insert an additional
fine dust paper filter for
vacuuming fine dust.Available
as a special accessory.
Wet cleaning
RK 45, RK 55 and RK 75 only
1. Release the fasteners on the side
of the container and remove the
motor head.
2. Remove the all-purpose dirt
filter and, if necessary, the fine
dust paper filter or the filter
bag.
3. Empty all of the dry suction
matter out of the container.
4. Always use a nylon insertion
filter.
Nylon insertion filters for wet
operation are available as special
accessories.
5. Always empty the container
immediately after completing
the cleaning operation.
6. Wipe down the container with
a dry cloth after it has been
emptied.
7. Keep in mind that a built-in
flotation valve cuts off the
airflow when the maximum
permissible fill level has been
reached.
The unit has no suction capacity
and needs to be emptied.
Care and maintenance
Regular care and observation
of some basic requirements will
ensure trouble-free operation and
a long service life of the units.
■ Whenever the container is
emptied, relieve the all-purpose
dirt filter of accumulated dirt by
tapping it firmly or purging it
with compressed air
■ Keep the units free of dust and
other debris
■ Only clean the units with a dry
or moistened cloth
■ Never subject to direct jets of
water.
e.g. pressure washers etc.
■ Never use abrasive or solvent-
based cleaners
■ Check the safety equipment
and protective devices on
a regular basis
■ In accordance with the
operating conditions, the units
must, if necessary, be checked
at least yearly by a specialist
to ensure that they are in
a condition that is safe to use
■ Replace the all-purpose dirt
filter every 1 to 2 years,
depending on how the unit is
used
Before undertaking any work
on the units, the power plug
must be removed from the
mains socket.
After completing any work
on the unit, an electrical
inspection must be carried out
according to VDE 0701.
1. Switch off the unit and pull out
the mains plug.
2. Remove the motor head and
clean the container and all filters.
3. Then clean the vacuum cleaner
and suction accessories and
check the unit for any damage.
4. Put the unit back together
and store it in a dry and clean
location.
CAUTION
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CAUTION
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Information on special accessories
There have been several
misunderstandings when
customers have ordered spare
parts for REMKO dry dirt and
REMKO dry dirt and water
vacuum cleaners.
Amongst other items, customers
have confused filter bags and fine
dust paper filters.
Both paper filter variants provide
additional filtering of fine dust and
serve to extend the service life of
the standard all-purpose dirt filter
Please observe the following notes.
Filter bags (accessories)
Filter bags are paper containers
that are closed on all sides. They
are used for dry dirt applications
and are placed on the suction
connection on the inside of the
suction container.
They are only to be used once, are
sealable and must be disposed of
correctly when full.
1. Remove the entire top section
and the all-purpose dirt filter.
2. Prise the filter bag apart slightly
and push the opening onto the
suction nozzle from the inside.
3. Keep in mind that the filter
bags for type RK 45 are inserted
horizontally (fig.) and the filter
bags for type RK 26 and 55 are
inserted vertically (not shown).
4. Insert the cleaned all-purpose
dirt filter and re-attach the top
part.
Fine dust paper filter (accessory)
Fine dust paper filters are paper
bags that are open at the top.
They are inserted into the suction
container and used for dry dirt
applications.
They provide additional filtering
and can be used over a long
period of time. The suction matter
continues to be collected in the
suction container rather than in the
fine dust paper filter.
Inserting the fine dust paper filter
1. Remove the entire top section
and the all-purpose dirt filter.
2. Prise the fine dust paper filter
open and place it into the
suction container.
3. Fold approx. 2 cm of the top
edge over and pull it over the
rim of the container.
4. Insert the cleaned all-purpose
dirt filter and re-attach the top
part.
All-purpose dirt filter (standard)
All-purpose dirt filters are high-
volume
textile fabric filters that are to
be used exclusively for dry dirt
applications.
They serve to filter the suction
matter and can be found in all
vacuum cleaners as standard.
For wet applications, they must
be removed and, if necessary,
replaced with an insertion filter
made of nylon (accessory).
If necessary, the all-purpose dirt
filters can be cleaned (using a dry
method wherever possible) and
re-used.
For hygiene and safety reasons,
replace the all-purpose dirt filter
every 1 to 2 years, depending on
how the unit is used.
Order no. / EDP no.:
RK 26 1336035
RK 45 1336036
RK 55 1336036
RK 75 1336038
All-purpose
dirt filter
Filter bags
Suction
opening
Suction
connection
Suction
container
All-purpose
dirt filter
Fine dust
Paper filter
Rim of the
container
Suction
connection
Suction
container
Always replace paper filters in
good time.
Paper filters that are overly full
can burst.
NOTE

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REMKO RK
We reserve the right to modify the dimensions and design as part of the ongoing technical development process.
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When ordering spare parts, please state the EDP no., unit number and type (see name plate)!
Spare parts list for RK 26
No. Designation EDP no.
1 Protective cover 1111300
2 Sound absorber 1104165
3 Anti-kink cable protection 1104107
4 Mains cable with plug 1111301
5 Terminal block 1111302
6 Condenser 1104134
7 Switch housing 1111303
8 Operating switch 1104105
9 Turbine cover 1111304
10 Motor insulation ring 1111305
11 Sound absorber 1104159
12 Turbine insulation 1104166
13 Air deflection plate 1111306
14 Insulation ring 1104160
19 Motor gasket, top 1104112
20 Turbine assembly 1111308
21 Motor gasket, bottom 1111307
22 Turbine carrier 1111309
23 Turbine carrier seal 1104114
25 Filter cage 1111310
26 All-purpose dirt filter 1336035
27 Fastener 1111311
28 Container 1111312
29 Suction piece seal 1104120
30 Suction piece 1111318
31 Bearer ring 1111313
32 Castor 1111314
35 Suction hose assembly (36 Ø) 1336011
36 Elbow at hand tube end (36 Ø) 1336023
37 Connecting piece at vessel end (36 Ø) 1336022
38 Suction and hand tube, 2-part, straight (36 Ø) 1336021
39 Round end brush (36 Ø) 1340070
40 Conventional floor nozzle (36 Ø) 1336060
41 Crevice nozzle (36 Ø) 1336050
42 Multi-purpose floor nozzle 1336030
Not shown Carbon brushes (set) 1336033

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REMKO RK
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Spare parts list for RK 45
When ordering spare parts, please state the EDP no., unit number and type (see name plate)!
No. Designation EDP no.
1 Protective cover 1111300
2 Sound absorber 1104165
3 Anti-kink cable protection 1104107
4 Mains cable with plug 1111301
5 Terminal block 1111302
6 Condenser 1104134
7 Switch housing 1111303
8 Operating switch 1104105
9 Turbine cover 1111304
10 Motor insulation ring 1111305
11 Sound absorber 1104159
12 Turbine insulation 1104166
13 Air deflection plate 1111306
14 Insulation ring 1104160
19 Motor gasket, top 1104112
20 Turbine assembly 1111308
21 Motor gasket, bottom 1111307
22 Turbine carrier 1111309
23 Turbine carrier seal 1104114
24 Float 1111315
25 Filter cage 1111316
26 All-purpose dirt filter 1336036
27 Fastener 1111311
28 Container 1111312
29 Suction piece seal 1104120
30 Suction piece 1111318
31 Bearer ring 1111313
32 Castor 1111314
35 Suction hose assembly (36 Ø) 1336011
36 Elbow at hand tube end (36 Ø) 1336023
37 Connecting piece at vessel end (36 Ø) 1336022
38 Suction and hand tube, 2-part, straight (36 Ø) 1336021
39 Round end brush (36 Ø) 1340070
40 Conventional floor nozzle (36 Ø) 1336060
41 Crevice nozzle (36 Ø) 1336050
42 Water suction nozzle (36 Ø) 1336100
Not shown Replacement water suction lip (set) 1336034
Not shown Carbon brushes (set) 1336033

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REMKO RK
Exploded view of RK 55
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Spare parts list for RK 55
No. Designation EDP no.
1 Protective cover 1111300
2 Sound absorber 1104165
3 Anti-kink cable protection 1104107
4 Mains cable with plug 1111301
5 Terminal block 1111302
6 Condenser 1104134
7 Switch housing 1111303
8 Operating switch 1104105
9 Turbine cover 1111304
10 Motor insulation ring 1111305
11 Sound absorber 1104159
12 Turbine insulation 1104166
13 Air deflection plate 1111306
14 Insulation ring 1104160
19 Motor gasket, top 1104112
20 Turbine assembly 1111308
21 Motor gasket, bottom 1111307
22 Turbine carrier 1111309
23 Turbine carrier seal 1104114
24 Float 1111315
25 Filter cage 1111316
26 All-purpose dirt filter 1336036
27 Fastener 1111311
28 Suction piece seal 1104120
29 Suction piece 1111318
30 Container 1111319
31 Bearer ring 1111313
32 Castor 1111314
50 Suction hose assembly (40 Ø) 1340015
51 Connecting piece on hand tube end (40 Ø) 1336026
52 Connecting piece at vessel end (40 Ø) 1336028
53 Suction and hand tube, 2-part, S-shaped (40 Ø) 1314020
54 Crevice nozzle (40 Ø) 1340050
55 Round end brush (40 Ø) 1340080
56 Brush nozzle (40 Ø) 1314040
57 Water suction nozzle (40 Ø) 1314030
Not shown Replacement water suction lip (set) 1336034
Not shown Carbon brushes (set) 1336033
When ordering spare parts, please state the EDP no., unit number and type (see name plate)!

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REMKO RK
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Spare parts list for RK 75
No. Designation EDP no.
1 Protective cover 1111320
2 Sound absorber 1104182
3 Anti-kink cable protection 1104107
4 Mains cable with plug 1111321
5 Terminal block 1111322
6 Condenser 1111323
7 Switch housing 1111317
8 Operating switch 1104105
9 Turbine cover 1111324
10 Sound absorber 1104176
11 Turbine insulation 1114183
13 Air deflection plate 1104179
14 Insulation ring 1104177
19 Motor gasket, top 1104112
20 Turbine assembly 1111308
21 Motor gasket, bottom 1111307
22 Valve 1111325
23 Turbine carrier insert 1111326
24 Turbine carrier 1111327
25 Turbine carrier seal 1111328
26 Float 1111329
27 Filter cage 1111330
30 All-purpose dirt filter 1336038
31 Fastener 1111311
32 Cable strap 1111331
33 Sealing plug 1111332
34 Discharge hose 1111333
35 Discharge hose connecting piece 1111334
36 Suction piece 1111318
37 Suction piece seal 1104120
38 Container 1111335
40 Transportation bracket 1111336
41 Support bracket 1111337
42 Bearer ring 1111338
43 Castor 1111339
44 Wheel 1111340
45 End cap 1111341
46 Axle 1111342
47 Container hinge 1111343
50 Suction hose assembly (40 Ø) 1340015
51 Connecting piece on hand tube end (40 Ø) 1336026
52 Connecting piece at vessel end (40 Ø) 1336028
53 Suction and hand tube, 2-part, S-shaped (40 Ø) 1314020
54 Crevice nozzle (40 Ø) 1340050
55 Round end brush (40 Ø) 1340080
56 Brush nozzle (40 Ø) 1314040
57 Water suction nozzle (40 Ø) 1314030
Not shown Replacement water suction lip (set) 1336034
Not shownCarbon brushes (set) 1336033
When ordering spare parts, please state the EDP no., unit number and type (see name plate)!

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REMKO RK
Disposing of packaging
When disposing of packaging
material, please consider our
environment.
Our units are carefully packed
and delivered in sturdy transport
packaging made from cardboard
and polystyrene.
The packaging materials are
environmentally-friendly and can
be recycled.
By recycling packaging materials,
you make a valuable contribution
to the reduction of waste and
conservation of raw materials.
Therefore, only dispose of
packaging material at appropriate
collection points.
Disposal of the old unit
The manufacturing process for
the units is subject to continuous
quality control.
Only high-grade materials are
processed, the majority of which
are recyclable.
You also contribute to
environmental protection by
ensuring that your old equipment
is only disposed of in an
environment friendly manner.
Therefore, only bring the old
unit to an authorised recycling
business or to an appropriate
collection point.
The units are designed exclusively
for vacuum cleaning purposes in
industrial or commercial situations
on the basis of their structural
design and equipment.
Vacuuming dust or liquids that are
explosive or hazardous to health is
not permitted.
The units must only be operated
by appropriately instructed
personnel.
With non-observance of the
manufacturer's specifications, the
respective local legal requirements
or after arbitrary alterations to the
units, the manufacturer shall not
be liable for resulting damages.
Intended use Customer service and
Guarantee
As a prerequisite for any guarantee
claims to be considered, it is
essential that the ordering party or
their representative complete and
return the "certificate of guarantee"
to REMKO GmbH & Co. KG at the
time when the units are purchased
and commissioned.
The units are tested several times
to verify their correct function.
However, if malfunctions should
arise that cannot be remedied by
the operator with the assistance of
the troubleshooting section, please
contact your specialist dealer or
contractual partner.
Environmental
protection
and recycling
Operation other than the types
listed in this operating manual
is prohibited.
With non-observance, any
manufacturer liability or
guarantee claims are voided.
NOTE
Repair and maintenance
work may only be carried out
by authorised and qualified
technicians.
NOTE
Copyright
The redistribution, even in part,
or the use of this documentation
for purposes other than intended
is strictly prohibited without the
written authorisation of
REMKO GmbH & Co. KG
is prohibited.
CAUTION
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Technical data
Unit type RK 26 RK 45 RK 55 RK 75
Unit design
Dry dirt vacuum
cleaner
Dry dirt and water
vacuum cleaners
Dry dirt and water
vacuum cleaners
Dry dirt and water
vacuum cleaners
Turbine Pc. 1 1 1 2
Turbine output W 1,000 1,000 1,000 2 x 1,000
Cooling Bypass Bypass Bypass Bypass
Power supply V/Hz 230/1~/50
Mains cable length m 7 7 7 8
Mains cable type H05VV-F 3G 0.75 H05VV-F 3G 1.5
Power (EN 60335-2-2) kW 1 1 1 2
Max. rated current A 4.6 4.6 4.6 9.2
Mains fuse (provided by the customer) A 10 10 10 16
Suction power mbar 210 210 230 250
Air delivery rate L/s 48 48 53 106
Suction pipe / accessories mm Ø 36 36 40 40
Container design Stainless steel
Container volume L 15 15 30 60
Sound pressure level LpA dB (A) 68 68 68 70
Dimensions: Height mm 575 575 755 935
Width mm 400 400 400 510
Depth mm 400 400 400 560
Weight without accessories kg 9.5 10 11 22
EDP no. 1304226 1304245 1304255 1304275

Consulting
Thanks to intensive training,
our consultants are always
completely up-to-date when it
comes to technical expertise.
This has given us the reputation
of being more than just an
excellent, reliable supplier:
REMKO, a partner who helps to
solve problems.
Sales
REMKO offers not just a well-
established sales network both
nationally and internationally, but
also has exceptionally highly-
qualified sales specialists.
REMKO employees in the
field are more than just sales
people: above all, they must
be advisers to our customers
in air conditioning and heating
technology.
Customer service
Our units operate precisely and
reliably. However, in the event of
a malfunction REMKO customer
service is quickly on the scene.
Our comprehensive network of
experienced dealers guarantees
quick and reliable service.
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REMKO GmbH & Co. KG
Klima- und Wärmetechnik
Im Seelenkamp 12 D-32791 Lage
Postfach 1827 D-32777 Lage
Telephone [phone]
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E-mail [email protected]
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