BOSCH UniversalVac 15 Wet-Dry Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

BOSCH UniversalVac 15 Wet-Dry Vacuum Cleaner

PARTS

Safety Notes

• This vacuum cleaner is not intended for use by children and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge. Otherwise, there is a danger of operating errors and injuries.

• Supervise children. This will ensure that children do not play with the vacuum cleaner. 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.
  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.
  The vacuum cleaner is suitable for vacuuming dry materials and, by taking suitable measures, also for vacuuming liquids. The penetration of liquids increases the risk of an electric shock.

•  Do not vacuum inflammable or explosive fluids; for example, benzene, oil, alcohol, solvents. Do not vacuum hot or burning dust. Do not operate the machine in rooms where the danger of an explosion exists. The dust, vapors or fluids can ignite or explode. Switch the vacuum cleaner off immediately as soon as foam or water comes out, and empty the container. Otherwise, the vacuum cleaner can become damaged. The vacuum cleaner may only be stored indoors. Clean the float at regular intervals, and check it for damage. Otherwise, its function can be impaired.

•  When operating the vacuum cleaner in damp environments, use a residual current device (RCD). Using a residual current device (RCD) reduces the risk of an electric shock.

•  Connect the vacuum cleaner to a properly earthed mains supply. The socket-outlet and the extension cable must have an operative protective conductor.

•  Before each use, check the vacuum cleaner, cable and plug. Do not use the vacuum cleaner when defects are detected. Do not open the vacuum cleaner yourself and have it repaired only by qualified personnel using Orig.

• inal spare parts. Damaged vacuum cleaner, cables and plugs increase the risk of an electric shock.

•  Do not drive over, crush or stretch the cable. Do not pull the cable to unplug the plug from the socket-outlet or to move the vacuum cleaner. Damaged cables increase the risk of an electric shock.

•  Before maintaining or cleaning the vacuum cleaner, making any adjustments, changing accessories or placing the vacuum cleaner aside, remove the plug from the socket outlet. This safety measure prevents accidental starting of the vacuum cleaner.

•  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.

•  Before restarting, check the proper condition of the vacuum hose. When doing this, leave the vacuum hose mounted to the vacuum cleaner to prevent dust from coming out. Otherwise, you could possibly inhale dust.

•  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.

•  Do not leave the vacuum cleaner unattended while it is switched on.

•  Do not use the vacuum cleaner as a permanent dust extraction device.

•  Products sold in GB only: Your product is fitted with a BS 1363/A approved electric plug with internal fuse (ASTA approved to BS 1362). If the plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place by an authorised customer service agent. The replacement plug should have the same fuse rating as the original plug. The severed plug must be disposed of to avoid a possible shock hazard and should never be inserted into a mains socket elsewhere. Products sold in AUS and NZ only: Use a residual current device (RCD) with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less.

Symbols

The following symbols could have a meaning for the use of your vacuum cleaner. Please take note of the symbols and their meaning. The correct interpretation of the symbols will help you to use the vacuum cleaner in a better and safer manner.

Product Description and Specifications

The vacuum cleaner is intended for vacuuming and extracting materials that are not harmful to one’s health and for vacuuming non-flammable liquids. The vacuum cleaner is intended only for private use and not for professional use. Use the vacuum cleaner only when you fully understand and can perform all functions without limitation, or have received appropriate instructions

Product Features

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

1.  Container
2. Drain hole for liquids (AdvancedVac 20)
3.  Hose connection piece (vacuuming function)
4.  Socket for a power tool (AdvancedVac 20)
5.  Mode selector switch (AdvancedVac 20)
6.  On/Off switch (UniversalVac 15)
7.  Carrying handle
8.  Vacuum lid
9.  The latch of the vacuum cover
10.  Castor
11.  Castor brake
12. Vacuum-hose holder
13.  Holder for crevice nozzle
14.  Holder for floor nozzle
15.  Holder for vacuum tubes
16. Bracket for curved nozzle/extraction adapter
17.  Vacuum hose
18. Extraction adapter
19.  Curved nozzle
20.  Crevice nozzle
21.  Vacuum tube
22.  Floor nozzle
23.  Brush insert* (AdvancedVac 20)
24.  Rubber lip* (AdvancedVac 20)
25. Rubber lip/brush insert* (UniversalVac 15)
26.  Hose connection piece (blower function)
27. Exhaust air cover
28. Snap-fastener
29. Connection flange
30.  Dust bag*
31. Release buttons for rubber lip/brush insert
32. Air diffuser
33. Fabric filter
34. Filter
35.  Filter holder
36.  Filter basket
37.  Permanent filter
38.  Cable holder
39.  Retaining strap

Technical Data

Automatic Start

Assembly

Mounting the Vacuum Hose Vacuuming function (see figure A1)

•  Insert the vacuum hose 16 into the hose connection piece 3 and turn it all the way in a clockwise direction. Blower Function (see figure A2)
  The blower function is suitable for cleaning hard-to-reach areas or areas in which vacuuming is not possible, e.g. removing leaves from gravel.

•  The vacuum cleaner has a blower function. Do not blow the outgoing air randomly in enclosed areas. Use the blower function only with the a clean hose. Dusts can be hazardous to one’s health.

•  Switch on the vacuum cleaner for at least 5 seconds (on/off switch 5/mode selector switch 5 set to the “Vacuuming” symbol) to clean the vacuum hose 16 of dust deposits.

•  Turn the vacuum hose 16 all the way in an anti-clockwise direction and pull it out of the hose connection piece 3.

•  Open the exhaust air cover 26.

•  Insert the vacuum hose 16 into the hose connection piece 25 and turn it all the way in a clockwise direction.

Mounting VAC Accessories
The vacuum hose 16 is equipped with a clip system, with which the VAC accessories (extraction adapter 17, curved nozzle 18) can be connected. Fitting the extraction adapter or curved nozzle (see figure B)

•  Fit the extraction adapter 17 or the curved nozzle 18 to the vacuum hose 16 until the two snap fasteners 27 of the vacuum hose click into place.

•  To disassemble, press both snap-fasteners 27 inward and pull the components apart.
  Mounting Nozzles and Tubes

•  Then attach the required vacuuming accessory (floor nozzle, crevice nozzle, suction tube, etc.) firmly to the curved nozzle 18 or the extraction adapter 17. Replacing/Inserting the Dust Bag (Dry Vacuuming) (see figures C1–C2)

• You can use a dust bag (accessory) for dry vacuuming. This makes the dust easier to dispose of. Replacing/Inserting the Dust Bag (Accessory)

•  Unlock the latches 8 and remove the vacuum lid 7.

•  Pull the full dust bag 29 backward out of the connection flange 28 and remove it from the vacuum cleaner.

•  Work the new dust bag over the connection flange of the vacuum cleaner. Make sure that the dust bag faces completely against the interior sides of container 1 over its full length.

•  Reattach the vacuum lid 7 again and lock the latches 8.|
  Changing inserts for the floor nozzle (see figures D1 – D2)

• Depending on the vacuuming work to be carried out (dry, wet, carpet, etc.), you can clip different inserts into the floor nozzle 21 (e.g. rubber lip, brush insert).

•  Press the release buttons 30 on the floor nozzle 21 to release the insert from the floor nozzle.

•  Clip the required insert 22/23/24 into the floor nozzle 21.

Operation

•  Before any work on the vacuum cleaner itself, pull the mains plug.
  Starting Operation

•  Observe correct mains voltage! The voltage of the power source must agree with the voltage specified on the nameplate of the vacuum cleaner. Equipment marked with 230 V can also be operated with 220 V.

•  Only use an undamaged filter (no cracks, small holes, etc.). Replace a damaged filter immediately.

Dry Vacuuming

Extraction of dust resulting from running power tools (see figure E)

•  Fit the extraction adapter 17 (see “Fitting the extraction adapter or curved nozzle”, page 17).
•  Insert the extraction adapter 17 into the dust extraction outlet for the power tool.

Note : When working with power tools that have a low air feed into the vacuum hose (e.g. jigsaws, sanders, etc.), the air diffuser 31 of the vacuum hose 16 must be opened. This will improve the total output of the vacuum cleaner and the power tool. To do so, turn the ring above the air diffuser 31 until the maximum opening is produced. AdvancedVac 20: A socket outlet with earthing contact 4 is integrated in the vacuum cleaner. An external power tool can be connected there. Observe the maximal allowable load of the connected power tool.

Wet Vacuuming

•   CAUTION! This appliance is not suitable for picking up hazardous dust. Do not vacuum inflammable or explosive fluids; for example, benzene, oil, alcohol, solvents. Do not vacuum hot or burning dust. Do not operate the machine in rooms where the danger of an explosion exists. The dust, vapors or fluids can ignite or explode.

•  The vacuum cleaner may not be used as a water pump. The vacuum cleaner is intended for vacuuming air and water mixtures.

•  Before any work on the vacuum cleaner itself, pull the mains plug.

•  Unlock the latches 8 and remove the vacuum lid 7.

•  Before wet vacuuming, remove the dust bag 29, the fabric filter 32 and empty container 1.

•  Clean the filter 33 (see “Cleaning/replacing filters”, page 18).

•  Reattach the vacuum lid 7 again and lock the latches 8.

•  AdvancedVac 20: Insert the rubber lip 23 into the floor nozzle 21 (see “Changing inserts for the floor nozzle”, page 17). The vacuum cleaner is equipped with a float. The suction power decreases when the maximum filling level is reached. Switch the vacuum cleaner off immediately (on/off switch 5/mode selector switch 5 to the “Vacuuming” symbol).

•  Empty the container 1. AdvancedVac 20: Empty the container using the drain hole for liquids 2.
  To prevent the formation of mold after wet vacuuming:

•  Remove the vacuum lid 7 and leave it to dry thoroughly.

•  Remove the filter 33 and leave this to dry thoroughly as well (see “Cleaning/replacing filters”, page 18).

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning

•  Before any work on the vacuum cleaner itself, pull the mains plug.

•  For safe and proper working, always keep the vacuum cleaner and ventilation slots clean. If the replacement of the supply cord is necessary, this has to be done by Bosch or an authorized Bosch service agent in order to avoid a safety hazard. Cleaning/replacing filters (see figures F1–F4) Replace any damaged filters immediately.

•  Unlock the latches 8 and remove the vacuum lid 7.

•  Remove the fabric filter 32 from the filter 33 and beat it throroughly.

•  Turn the filter holder 34 all the way in direction of rotation “ ”and take the filter 33 out of container 1.

•  Brush down the flaps of the filter with a soft brush.or Replace a damaged filter.

•  Put the filter 33 over the filter basket 35 and turn the filter holder 34 all the way in direction of rotation “ ”. Ensure that the opening of the filter 33 sits exactly on the positioning cam on the filter basket 35. The filter holder 34 clicks into place.

•  Put the fabric filter 32 over the filter 33. Please ensure that the fabric filter 32 encloses the filter 33 completely and that the rubber insert sits in the groove between the filter and the housing.

•  Reattach the vacuum lid 7 again and lock the latches 8.
  Container

•  Wipe out container 1 from time to time with a commercially available, non-scouring cleaning agent and allow to dry.

• Cleaning the permanent filter (see figure G)
  Clean the permanent filter 36 from time to time in order to ensure that the vacuum cleaner continues to perform optimally.

  •  Open the exhaust air cover 26 and remove the permanent filter 36.
  •  Rinse out the permanent filter 36 under running water and then leave it to dry thoroughly.
  •  Re-insert the cleaned filter, ensuring that it is seated correctly and securely. Close the exhaust air cover again.

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

  •  Is the vacuum lid 7 attached properly?
  •  Is the hose system clogged?
  •  Are the suction tubes 20 securely fixed together?
  •  Is container 1 full?
  •  Is the dust bag 29 full?
  •  Are the filters clogged with dust?

• The vacuum cleaner switches off on overheating. Proceed as follows:

  •  Leave the vacuum cleaner to cool down for 60 min.
  •  Briefly remove the mains plug from the socket and then reinsert it.
  •  Make sure that container 1 and dust bag 29 are empty and that the vacuum hose 16, filter 33, and permanent filter 36 are not blocked. Emptying at regular intervals ensures optimum vacuuming performance. If the vacuuming performance is not achieved thereafter, take the vacuum cleaner to customer service.

• Storage (see figure H)

  •  Insert the vacuum tubes 20 into the holders 14.
  •  Put the vacuum hose 16 around the vacuum lid in the holders 11, and place the end of the vacuum hose on one of the two holders 11.
  •  Wind the mains cable around the cable holder 37.
  •  Fasten the retaining straps 38 to the cable storage 37.
  •  Insert the curved nozzle 18 or the extraction adapter 17 into the holder 15.
  •  Insert the crevice nozzle 19 into the holder 12.
  •  Insert the floor nozzle 21 into the holder 13.
  •  Carry the vacuum cleaner only by the carrying handle 6.
  •  Store the vacuum cleaner in a dry room and secure it against unauthorized use.
  •  To lock the castor 9, actuate the castor brakes 10 by pushing down.

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

Disposal
The vacuum cleaner, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environmental-friendly recycling. Do not dispose of the vacuum cleaner into household waste!

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