BOSCH GAS 12V Professional Cordless Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Bosch

BOSCH GAS 12V Professional Cordless Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

Safety Notes

Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save these instructions.

This vacuum cleaner is not intended for use by children and persons with physical, sensory or mental limitations or a lack of experience or knowledge.
This vacuum cleaner can be used by children aged 8 or older and by persons who have physical, sensory or mental limitations or a lack of experience or knowledge if a person responsible for their safety supervises them or has instructed them in the safe operation of the vacuum cleaner and they understand the associated dangers. Otherwise, there is a danger of operating errors and injuries.
Supervise children during use, cleaning and maintenance. This will ensure that children do not play with the vacuum cleaner.

WARNING
Do not vacuum materials that are harmful to one’s health, e. g. dust from beech or oak wood, masonry dust, asbestos. These materials are considered carcinogenic.
Inform yourself about the valid regulations/laws for your country concerning the handling of materials that are hazardous to one’s health.

WARNING
Use the vacuum cleaner only when you fully understand and can perform all functions without limitation, or have received appropriate instructions. A thorough introduction reduces operating errors and injuries.

WARNING
The vacuum cleaner is suitable only for vacuuming dry materials. The penetration of liquids increases the risk of an electric shock.

IMPORTANT
The vacuum cleaner may only be used and stored indoors. The penetration of rain or moisture into the vacuum cleaner lid increases the risk of an electric shock.

WARNING
Do not vacuum hot or burning dusts, and in rooms with an explosion hazard. Dusts can ignite or explode.

Remove the battery before cleaning or performing maintenance on the vacuum cleaner, making tool adjustments, changing accessories or storing the vacuum cleaner. This safety measure prevents the vacuum cleaner from being started accidentally.
Provide for good ventilation at the working place.
Have the vacuum cleaner repaired only through qualified specialists and only using original spare parts. This ensures that the safety of your vacuum cleaner is maintained.
Do not clean the vacuum cleaner with a water jet pointed directly at it. The penetration of water into the vacuum cleaner lid increases the risk of an electric shock.
The intake port and ventilation slots must not be shut, covered or clogged. This is to ensure proper operation of the motor.
Do not vacuum any sharp-edged objects such as broken glass, nails, stones, needles or razor blades. This is to ensure that the filter is not damaged.
Do not open the battery. Danger of short-circuiting.
Protect the battery against heat, e. g., against continuous intense sunlight, fire, water, and moisture. Danger of explosion.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritations or burns.
In case of damage and improper use of the battery, vapours may be emitted. Ventilate the area and seek medical help in case of complaints. The vapours can irritate the respiratory system.
Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
Use the battery only together with your Bosch product.
This is the only way to protect the battery against dangerous overload.
The battery pack can be damaged by pointed objects such as nails or screwdrivers or by force applied externally. An internal short circuit can occur and the battery pack can burn, smoke, explode or overheat.

Product Description and Specifications

Intended Use

The vacuum cleaner is intended for vacuuming dry materials that are not harmful to one’s health.

WARNING
Use the vacuum cleaner only after having received sufficient information on its usage. A thorough introduction reduces operating errors and injuries.

Product Features

The numbering of the product features refers to the illustration of the vacuum cleaner on the graphics page.

Release button for dust cup
On/Off button
Battery charge-control indicator
Handle
Battery pack *
Venting slots
Motor housing
Dust cup
Crevice nozzle
Intake port
Battery port
Battery unlocking button
Opening
Filter seal
Filter assembly

* Accessories shown or described are not part of the standard delivery scope of the product. A complete overview of accessories can be found in our accessories program.

Technical Data

Cordless dry vacuum cleaner

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GAS 12V

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Article number| | 3 601 JE3 0..
Container volume| I| 0.4
Vacuum, max.| hPa| 45
Airflow, max.| Vs| 15
Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01:2014| kg| 0.88 -1.1
Permitted ambient temperature

during charging
during operation and during storage

Limited performance at temperatures <0 °C
Technical data determined with battery from delivery scope.

Assembly

Battery Charging

Use only the battery chargers listed on the accessories page. Only these battery chargers are matched to the lithium-ion battery pack used in your vacuum cleaner.

Note: The battery supplied is partially charged. To ensure full capacity of the battery, completely charge the battery in the battery charger before using your power tool for the first time. The lithium-ion battery can be charged at any time without reducing its service life. Interrupting the charging procedure does not damage the battery.

The lithium-ion battery is protected against deep discharging by the “Electronic Cell Protection (ECP)”. When the battery is empty, the machine is switched off by means of a protective circuit: The inserted tool no longer rotates.

After the automatic shut-off of the vacuum cleaner, do not continue to press the On/Off button. The battery pack could become damaged.
Observe the notes for disposal.

Battery Charge-control Indication
The three green LEDs of the battery charge-control indicator 3 show the charging status of the battery 5. The battery charge-control indicator only illuminates for 3 seconds after start-up.

LED

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Capacity

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Continuous lighting 3 x green

| ≥2/3
Continuous lighting 2 x green|

≥1/3

Continuous lighting 1 x green

| <1/3
Flashing light 1 x green|

Reserve

When no LED lights up after switching on, then the battery is defective and must be replaced.

Battery Insertion/Removal (see figures A1 – A2)

Do not use force to insert the battery. The battery is designed in such a way that it can only be inserted into the vacuum cleaner when it is in the right position.
- Slide the battery pack 5 all the way into the battery port 11.
- To remove the battery pack 5 , press the unlocking buttons 12 and pull the battery pack out of the battery port 11.

Mounting the Crevice Nozzle (see figure B)

Mounting the Crevice Nozzle

Remove the battery before cleaning or performing maintenance on the vacuum cleaner, making tool adjustments, changing accessories or storing the vacuum cleaner. This safety measure prevents the vacuum cleaner from being started accidentally.

The crevice nozzle 9 can be connected directly to the dust chamber 8.

Firmly insert the crevice nozzle 9 into the intake port 10 on the dust chamber 8 with the mark shown in the illustration facing down.

Operation

Remove the battery before cleaning or performing maintenance on the vacuum cleaner, making tool adjustments, changing accessories or storing the vacuum cleaner. This safety measure prevents the vacuum cleaner from being started accidentally.

Starting Operation

Before vacuuming, ensure that the filter assembly is assembled securely.
Only use an undamaged filter (no cracks, small holes, etc.). Replace a damaged filter immediately.

Switching On and Off
To save energy, only switch the vacuum cleaner on when using it.

To switch on the vacuum cleaner, press the On/Off button 2.
To switch off the vacuum cleaner, press the On/Off button 2 again.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning

Remove the battery before cleaning or performing maintenance on the vacuum cleaner, making tool adjustments, changing accessories or storing the vacuum cleaner. This safety measure prevents the vacuum cleaner from being started accidentally.
For safe and proper working, always keep the vacuum cleaner and ventilation slots clean.
- Clean the vacuum cleaner housing from time to time using a moist cloth.
- Clean soiled charger contacts using a dry cloth.

Cleaning the Dust Cup (see figures C1–C3)

Cleaning the Dust Cup

To maintain the optimum performance of the vacuum cleaner,clean the dust cup 8 after each use.

Hold the vacuum cleaner down slightly so that dust cannot fall out of the dust chamber when the vacuum cleaner is opened.
Press release button 1 and remove the dust cup 8 from the motor housing 7.
Reach into the opening 13 on the motor housing 7 and pull the filter assembly 15 off the motor housing by the filter seal 14.
Shake/tap out the dust cup 8 over a suitable waste bin.
If required, clean the dust cup with a moist cloth.
If required, clean the filter assembly.
Insert the filter assembly 15 with the filter seal 14 back into the motor housing 7.
Afterwards, hang the dust cup at the bottom into the motor housing, apply light pressure until the dust cup can be heard to engage.

Cleaning the Filter Assembly (see figure D)

Filter Assembly

The filter assembly 15 must not be wet cleaned.

Hold the vacuum cleaner down slightly so that dust cannot fall out of the dust chamber when the vacuum cleaner is opened.
Press release button 1 and remove the dust cup 8 from the motor housing 7.
Reach into the opening 13 on the motor housing 7 and pull the filter assembly 15 off the motor housing by the filter seal 14.
Brush down the flaps of the pleated filter with a soft broom.
Assembly is carried out in reverse order

Malfunctions

In the case of insufficient vacuuming performance, check the following:

Is the dust cup 8 full?
Is the folded filter clogged with dust?
Is the capacity of the battery pack too low?

Regular emptying of the dust cup 8 and cleaning of the filter assembly 15 ensures optimal vacuum capacity.
If the vacuuming performance is not achieved thereafter, take the vacuum cleaner to customer service.

Transport

The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements. The user can transport the batteries by road without further requirements. When being transported by third parties (e.g.: air transport or forwarding agency), special requirements on packaging and labelling must be observed. For preparation of the item being hipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is required.
Dispatch batteries only when the housing is undamaged.Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the battery in such a manner that it cannot move around in the packaging. Please also observe possibly more detailed national regulations.

Disposal

Vacuum cleaners, battery packs, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environmental-friendly recycling.
Do not dispose of vacuum cleaners and battery packs/batteries into household waste!

Only for EC countries:
According to the European Guideline 2012/19/EU, vacuum cleaner that are no longer usable, and according to the European Guideline 2006/66/EC, defective or used battery packs/batteries, must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.

Batteries no longer suitable for use can be directly returned at:

Great Britain
Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)
P.O. Box 98
Broadwater Park
North Orbital Road
Denham
Uxbridge
UB 9 5HJ

At www.bosch-pt.co.uk you can order spare parts or arrange the collection of a product in need of servicing or repair.
Tel. Service: (0344) 7360109
E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com

Battery packs/batteries:
**Li-ion:

Subject to change without notice**

After-sales Service and Application Service

Our after-sales service responds to your questions concerning maintenance and repair of your product as well as spare parts. Exploded views and information on spare parts can also be found under:
www.bosch-pt.com
Bosch’s application service team will gladly answer questions concerning our products and their accessories.

In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always include the 10-digit article number given on the nameplate of the product.

Great Britain
Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)
P.O. Box 98
Broadwater Park
North Orbital Road
Denham
Uxbridge
UB 9 5HJ
At www.bosch-pt.co.uk you can order spare parts or arrange the collection of a product in need of servicing or repair.
Tel. Service: (0344) 7360109
E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com

Ireland
Origo Ltd.
Unit 23 Magna Drive
Magna Business Park
City West
Dublin 24
Tel. Service: (01) 4666700
Fax: (01) 4666888

Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands
Robert Bosch Australia Pty. Ltd.
Power Tools
Locked Bag 66
Clayton South VIC 3169
Customer Contact Center
Inside Australia:
Phone: (01300) 307044
Fax: (01300) 307045
Inside New Zealand:
Phone: (0800) 543353
Fax: (0800) 428570
Outside AU and NZ:
Phone: +61 3 95415555
www.bosch.com.au

Republic of South Africa
Customer service
Hotline: (011) 6519600

Gauteng – BSC Service Centre
35 Roper Street, New Centre
Johannesburg
Tel.: (011) 4939375
Fax: (011) 4930126
E-Mail: bsctools@icon.co.za

KZN – BSC Service Centre
Unit E, Almar Centre
143 Crompton Street
Pinetown
Tel.: (031) 7012120
Fax: (031) 7012446
E-Mail: bsc.dur@za.bosch.com

Western Cape – BSC Service Centre
Democracy Way, Prosperity Park
Milnerton
Tel.: (021) 5512577
Fax: (021) 5513223
E-Mail: bsc@zsd.co.za

Bosch Headquarters
Midrand, Gauteng
Tel.: (011) 6519600
Fax: (011) 6519880
E-Mail: rbsa-hq.pts@za.bosch.com