BOSCH BCS81/BBS81/BSS81 Unlimited Rechargeable Vacuum Instruction Manual

: October 27, 2023
: Bosch

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BCS81/BBS81/BSS81
Unlimited

BCS81/BBS81/BSS81 Unlimited Rechargeable Vacuum

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Please keep this instruction manual for future reference.
When giving the vacuum cleaner to a third party, please also pass on this instruction manual.

Intended use
This appliance is intended for domestic use and the household environment only. This appliance is intended for use up to a maximum height of 2000 metres above sea level.

In order to prevent injuries and damage, the vacuum cleaner must not be used for:

Vacuum-cleaning persons or animals.
Vacuuming up:
- Hazardous, sharp-edged, hot or burning substances.
- Damp substances or liquids.
- Highly ﬂammable or explosive substances and gases.
- Ash, soot from tiled stoves and central heating systems.
- Toner dust from printers and copiers.

Spare parts, accessories
Our original spare parts, original (special) accessories are designed to work with the features and requirements of our vacuum cleaners. We therefore
recommend that you only use our original spare parts, original (special) accessories. This will ensure that your vacuum cleaner has a long service life
and that the quality of its cleaning performance will remain consistently high throughout.

Please note
Using unsuitable or inferior-quality spare parts, (special) accessories can damage your vacuum cleaner. Damage caused by the use of such products is not covered by our guarantee.

Safety information

This vacuum cleaner complies with the generally accepted rules of good engineering practice and the relevant safety regulations.

The appliance may be used by children over the age of 8, by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacity, or by persons with a lack of experience and/or knowledge provided that they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the appliance safely and that they have understood the potential dangers of using the appliance.
Do not let children play with the appliance also when it is placed in the docking station.
Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children unless they are supervised.
Plastic bags and ﬁlm must be kept out of the reach of children and disposed of. >= Risk of suffocation!

Proper use

To charge the appliance, only use the charging cable. included with the appliance or the original quick charger.
The charging cable and quick charger must only be connected and operated as speciﬁed on the rating plate.
The appliance must only be stored and charged indoors.
Do not expose the appliance to temperatures below 0 °C or above 45 °C.
Never vacuum-clean without the dust container, motor protection ﬁlter or exhaust ﬁlter. >= Otherwise, this may damage the appliance.
Keep the vacuum cleaner away from your head when using the tube and nozzles. => This could cause injury.
Do not use the charging cable if it is damaged. Replace it with an original charging cable.
When disconnecting the charging cable from the mains, pull the plug itself to remove it – do not pull on the power cord.
Do not pull the charging cable over sharp edges or allow it to become trapped.
Before carrying out any work on the vacuum cleaner, switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the charging cable and the mains.
Do not operate the vacuum cleaner if it is damaged.
In the event of a fault, switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the charging cable and the mains.
For safety reasons, only authorised after-sales service personnel are permitted to carry out repairs and ﬁt replacement parts to the vacuum cleaner.
In the following cases, you must stop using the appliance immediately and contact the after-sales service:
- If you have accidentally vacuumed up some liquid or liquid has entered the inside of the appliance;
- If the appliance has been dropped and damaged.
Protect the vacuum cleaner from outside weather conditions, moisture and sources of heat.
Do not pour ﬂammable substances or substances containing alcohol onto the ﬁlters (ﬁlter bag, motor protection ﬁlter, exhaust ﬁlter, etc.).
The vacuum cleaner is not suitable for use on construction sites. => Vacuuming up building rubble may damage the appliance.
Switch off the appliance when it is not in use.
The vacuum cleaner can not stand by itself. Avoid dropping the unit. Do not lean the vacuum cleaner on walls or table edges.
The packaging is designed to protect the vacuum cleaner from being damaged during transportation. We therefore recommend keeping the packaging in case the appliance needs to be transported in the future.
Keep hair, loose clothing, ﬁngers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts, such as thebrush bar. Do not point the hose, wand or tools at your eyes or ears or put them in your mouth.

Li-ion batteries

Read all the safety information and instructions. >= Failure to act in accordance with the safety information and instructions may result in electric shock, ﬁre and/or serious injury.
Keep all the safety information and instructions for future reference.
This safety information applies to Bosch Li-ion batteries only. Only batteries from the “Power for ALL” series are compatible with this appliance.
Do not open the battery. >= Risk of short circuit.
Protect the battery from heat sources, for example avoiding long periods in the sun and exposure to ﬁre, as well as from water and moisture. >= Risk of explosion.
Fumes may be released if the battery is damaged or used improperly. Circulate fresh air, and seek medical assistance in the event of physical symptoms arising as a result of exposure. >= The fumes may irritate the airway.
If the battery is defective, liquid may leak out onto objects in the vicinity. Check any components that may be affected by this. >= Clean these components, or replace them if necessary.
Only use the battery in your Bosch electrical appliance. >= Dangerous overloading may occur if the battery is used in other appliances.
Only use chargers recommended by the manufacturer to charge batteries. >= There is a risk of ﬁre if a charger that is designed for a particular type of batteries is used to charge other batteries.
Always use the speciﬁed batteries in the electrical appliances. >= Using other batteries may result in injury or ﬁre.
When not in use, keep the battery away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws and other small metal objects that may cause the contacts to be bridged. >= If a short circuit occurs between the battery contacts, this may result in burns or even ﬁre.
If the battery is used incorrectly, liquid may leak out of the battery. Avoid touching the liquid. In the event of accidental contact, rinse the affected area with water. If the liquid comes into contact with the eyes, seek medical assistance. >= If battery liquid leaks, it can irritate or burn the skin.

Transportation information
The Li-ion batteries in the appliance are subject to the requirements of dangerous goods legislation. The batteries can be transported by the user by
road without any further requirements. In the event that they are shipped by a third party (e.g. transported by air or freight carrier), special requirements regarding packaging and identiﬁcation must be met. In this case, a dangerous goods expert must be consulted when preparing the goods for dispatch.
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 information

Vacuum cleaners, batteries, accessories and packaging should be recycled in an environmentally responsible manner.
Do not dispose of the vacuum cleaner or the batteries along with your normal household waste.

Packaging
The packaging is designed to protect the vacuum cleaner from being damaged in transit. It is made of environmentally friendly materials and can therefore be recycled. Dispose of packaging that is no longer required at an appropriate recycling point.
Old appliances
Old appliances often still contain valuable materials. You should therefore take appliances that have reached the end of their service life to your dealer or a recycling centre so that they can be recycled. Please ask your dealer or your local council about current disposal methods.
Batteries
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.
Battery packs/batteries:
Li-ion:
Please observe the instructions in section “Notes on transport”

Congratulations on your purchase of a Bosch vacuum cleaner from the BCS81/BBS81/BSS81 « Unlimited » series.
This instruction manual describes various BCS81/BBS81/BSS81 « Unlimited » models, which means that some of the equipment features and functions described may not apply to your model. You should only use genuine Bosch accessories – these have been specially developed for your vacuum cleaner to achieve the best possible vacuuming results.

Please fold out the illustrated pages.

1 Floor nozzle with electric brush
2 Replacement nozzle for electric nozzle
3 Replacement nozzle for electric nozzle/furniture
4 Electric nozzle for furniture
5 2-in-1 furniture brush with upholstery nozzle
6 Flexible crevice nozzle
7 XXL upholstery nozzle
8 Adapter
9 Suction tube
10 Fluff ﬁlter| 11 Plate ﬁlter
12 Battery status indicator
13 Turbo switch
14 On/off switch
15 Battery
16 Dust box
17 Dust box release button
18 Charging cable
19 Docking station
20 Quick charger with additional battery
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Before using for the ﬁrst time

Fig. 1

Insert the battery into the vacuum cleaner by means of the guide rail and click it into place.
To release the connection, press the release button and pull the battery out from the back of the appliance.
Please note: Charge the battery fully before using it for the ﬁrst time.

Charging*

There are three different ways you can charge the battery – directly using the charging cable (Fig. 2 ), in the ﬁtted docking station (Fig. 3 ) or using an original quick charger.

Charging with a charging cable only*

**Fig. 2***

To charge the vacuum cleaner, place it near to a socket.
Plug the charging cable into the connection point at the bottom of the appliance.
Plug the charging cable plug into the socket.
The vacuum cleaner’s indicator light will slowly ﬂash green as it charges.
Once the battery is fully charged, the indicator light will remain continuously lit for a few minutes before going out.
Disconnect the appliance from the mains brieﬂy to check it. The indicator will then light up green again.
It is normal for the charging cable and vacuum cleaner to heat up and this is not a cause for concern.
You can charge the vacuum cleaner whenever it is not in use.

Fitting the docking station*

**Fig. 3***

Fit the docking station close to a socket.
To do this, remove the front plate from the docking station. Insert your ﬁnger into the docking station from below, and push the front plate from the inside and out of the locking mechanism. Use the screws provided (or equivalent screws) to mount the docking station on the wall.
Insert the small connector on the charging cable into the docking station from below, and then up and into the preformed recess.
Put the front plate back on and lock it in place to secure the connection in place.
Plug the charging cable’s mains plug into the socket.

Charging in the docking station*

**Fig. 4***

Place the vacuum cleaner into the docking station from above.
The vacuum cleaner’s indicator light will start to ﬂash slowly once the vacuum cleaner is connected to the mains power supply via the docking station.
The vacuum cleaner’s indicator light will ﬂash green as it charges.
Once the battery is fully charged, the indicator light will remain continuously lit for a few minutes before going out.
Disconnect the appliance from the mains brieﬂy to check it. The indicator will then light up green again.
It is normal for the charging cable and vacuum cleaner to heat up and this is not a cause for concern.
You can charge the vacuum cleaner whenever it is not in use.

Charging using the quick charger*

To use the quick charger for charging, the battery must be removed from the appliance (Fig. 1 )
Please see the user manual provided for more information on how the quick charger works.

Charge time

The charge time stated here may vary due to charge status, battery temperature and battery age.

| 18V 2,5Ah| 118V 3,0Ah| 18V 6,0Ah
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| with the included 0,65A charging cable| with the included 1,0A charging cable
Via charging cable or docking station
(80%)**| approx. 3,5 h| approx.
4 h| approx. 5 h
Via charging cable or do- cking station (100%)***| approx. 4 h| approx.
5 h| approx. 6,5 h
Via Bosch quick char- ger| Reference to quick charger User Ma-nual

Assembling the appliance

Fig. 5

Fit the end of the suction tube onto the vacuum cleaner’s connection port and lock it in place.
To release the suction tube, press the release button and pull the suction tube down to remove it
Fig. 6
Insert the end of the suction tube into the ﬂoor nozzle and lock it into place.
To release the ﬂoor nozzle, press the release button and pull the suction tube out of the ﬂoor nozzle.

Vacuum-cleaning

Fig. 7
The vacuum cleaner can be switched on and off by pushing the On/Off switch on the handle in the direction of the arrow. When the vacuum cleaner is switched on, the indicator light will be lit green.

Depending on model
** Charge condition of the battery approx. 80%. The battery can be removed for immediate use.
*** Charging condition of the battery is 97%-100%

Fig. 8
When the appliance is running the turbo function can be activated by pushing the turbo switch on the vacuum cleaner in the direction of the arrow. The indicator light will ﬂash green rapidly.

**Runtime***
Like every other Li-Ion battery the Power for ALL battery is subject to natural wear as well. That means the battery capacity and thus runtime decrease over time. This is a natural aging process and not the result of a material/production failure or a product defect.

| Runtime optimized mode| Performance optimized mode
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| 18V 2,5Ah| 18V 3,0Ah| 18V 6,0Ah
On normal mode with nonelectrical accessories| Up to 35 min.| Up to 40 min.| Up to 40 min.
On normal mode with electrical nozzle| Up to 30 min.| Up to 35 min.| Up to 35 min.
Turbo mode with electrical floor nozzle| Up to 6 min.| Up to 10 min.| Up to 10 min.

Hint: The appliance has intelligent battery detection. With the 18V 3,0Ah and 2,5Ah Power for ALL batteries, the appliance is optimized for runtime. With the 18V 6,0Ah Power for ALL battery, the appliance is optimized for performance (see table) The natural wear can be prolonged with the following measures:

Charge the battery only within a temperature range between 0 °C and 45 °C.
Store the battery only within a temperature range between -20 °C and 50 °C.
Do not store the battery fully-charged or completely discharged over a long period of time.
Fig. 9 Vacuum-cleaning with accessories
Attach the nozzles to the suction tube or the appliance’s connection port as required:
a) Crevice nozzle for vacuuming crevices and corners, etc.
b) 2-in-1 furniture brush with upholstery nozzle for vacuum-cleaning window frames, cupboards, furniture, etc.
After use, reinsert the crevice nozzle and 2-in-1 furniture brush with upholstery nozzle into the accessories holder.

After using the appliance

Switch off the appliance once you have ﬁnished vacuuming.
Fig.7

Fig. 10 Emptying the dust container
In order to achieve the best possible vacuuming results, the dust container should be emptied after every use or, at the latest, when dust at one point in the dust container has reached the mark.
We recommend that you do not ﬁll the dust container beyond the mark as this may lead to the ﬁlter becoming clogged with dust.
When emptying the dust container, always check how much dust there is in the ﬁlter unit and, if necessary, clean it as detailed in the “Filter care” instructions.
Caution: The ﬁlter can only be cleaned if the appliance is switched off.
Never vacuum-clean without the ﬁlter unit in place.

Fig. 11

Use the release button to release the dust container, and remove the dust container from the appliance.
Fig. 12
Take the ﬁlter unit out of the dust container
Empty the dust container.
Fig. 13
Remove any dirt that may have been lodged underneath the container ejector opening.
Insert the ﬁlter unit into the dust container, makingsure it is correctly seated.
Insert the dust container into the appliance, so that it clicks audibly into place.
Caution: If you notice any resistance when inserting the dust container, check that the ﬁlter is complete and that the ﬁlter unit and dust container are correctly seated.

Filter care

The ﬁlters should be cleaned at regular intervals in order to ensure that the vacuum cleaner operates optimally.

Please switch off the appliance to clean the ﬁlters.
Caution: The ﬁlter can only be cleaned if the appliance is switched off.
Remove the dust container from the appliance.
Fig. 11
Take the ﬁlter unit out of the dust container. Fig. 12
Fig. 14 Cleaning the plate ﬁlter
To clean the plate ﬁlter, turn the knob at least three turns through 180°.
Then remove the plate ﬁlter from the outer ﬁlter unit and empty the dirt.

We recommend that you clean the plate ﬁlter each time you empty the dust container.

Depending on model

Fig. 15 Tapping the dirt out of the plate ﬁlter
If the plate ﬁ lter is particularly dirty, the dirt can also be tapped out.

To do this, remove the plate ﬁlter from the outer ﬁlter unit and tap it out over a dustbin.
Once you have cleaned the plate ﬁlter, it is ready for use immediately.
Please note: The ﬁlter does not need to be rinsed out.
Fig. 16 Cleaning the ﬂuff ﬁlter
Take the ﬁlter unit out of the dust container. Fig. 12
a) It is usually sufﬁcient to lightly shake or tap out the ﬂuff ﬁlter when the dust container is emptied in order to dislodge any particles of dirt.
b) If this is not sufﬁcient, you can use a dry cloth to remove dirt particles from the surface.
Fig. 17
Insert the plate ﬁlter into the outer ﬁlter unit and lock it in place by turning it clockwise.
Insert the ﬁlter unit into the dust container, making sure it is correctly seated. Insert the dust container into the appliance, so that it clicks audibly into place. Fig. 13

Cleaning the ﬂoor nozzle

Before carrying out any maintenance, switch off the vacuum cleaner and disconnect it from the charging cable.

Fig. 18
a) Turn the rotary brush anti-clockwise to unlock it and pull it out to the side of the ﬂoor nozzle.
b) Use scissors to cut through threads and hairs wound round the brush and then remove them.
c) Slide the rotary brush in at the side of the ﬂoor nozzle and along the guide bar, and turn it clockwise to lock it in place.

Please note: The ﬂoor nozzle must only be used with the rotary brush ﬁtted.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible solution
Product doesn´t work and/or no signal from battery status indicator	Please

ensure that battery is assembled in correct way and/or battery is charged.
Product doesn’t work or continuos red battery status indicator for 10 sec.| Battery/appliance might be over/under heated. Please wait until battery/appliance reaches suitable temperatures.

Care

Make sure that the cordeless handheld vacuum cleaner is switched off and disconnected from the charging cablebefore cleaning it. The vacuum cleaner and plastic accessories can be cleaned with standard plastic cleaner.

Caution: Do not use abrasive, glass-cleaning or all-purpose cleaning products. Never immerse the vacuum cleaner in water.
Subject to technical modiﬁcations.

Battery state-of-charge indicator

Operating status	LED indicator
Normal mode	Green LED lit
Turbo mode	Green LED flashing quickly

Battery capacity redu-
ced by 20%| Red LED flashing slowly
Battery flat| LED off
Charging| Green LED flashing slowly
Battery fully charged| Green LED remains lit for a further 2 minutes, then goes out
Over-/undertemperature protection| Red LED remains lit continuously for 10 seconds, then goes out

Depending on model

GB Great Britain BSH
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Calls are charged at the basic rate, please check with your telephone service provider for exact charges.

This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.

Conditions of guarantee
For this appliance the guarantee conditions as set out by our representatives in the country of sale apply. Details regarding same may be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased. For claims under guarantee the sales receipt must be produced.

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AL
1815 CV | 1830 CV | 1880 CV

Original Instructions

Safety instructions

Read all the safety and general instructions.
Failure to observe the safety and general instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Store these instructions in a safe place.
Only use the charger if you can fully evaluate all functions and carry them out without restrictions, or if you have received corresponding instructions.

This charger is not intended for use by children or persons with physical, sensory or mental limitations or a lack of experience or knowledge. This charger 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 charger and they understand the associated dangers. Otherwise, there is arisk of operating errors and injuries.
Supervise children during use, cleaning and maintenance. [his will ensure that children do not play with the charger.
Only charge Bosch Li-lon batteries with a capacity of 1,5 Ah or more ( 4 battery cells or more). The battery voltage must match the battery charging voltage of the charger.
Do not charge any non-rechargeable batteries. Otherwise there is arisk of fire and explosion. (to. not expose the charger to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Keep the charger clean. Dirt poses a risk of electric shock.
Always check the charger, cable and plug before use. Stop using the charger if you discover any damage. Do not open the charger yourself, and have it repaired only by a qualified specialist using only original replacement parts. Damaged chargers, cables and plugs increase the risk of electric shock.
Donot operate the charger on an easily ignited surface (e.g. paper, textiles, etc.) or in a flammable environment. There is arisk of fire due to the charger heating up during operation.
Donot cover the ventilation slots of the charger. Otherwise, the charger may overheat and no long function properly.
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.
Incase of damage and improper use of the battery, vapours may also be emitted. Ensure the area is well-ventilated and seek medical attention should you experience any adverse effects. The vapours may irritate the respiratory system.
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 irritation or burns.

Products sold in GB only:
Your product is fitted with an 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.

Product Description and Specifications

Intended use
The battery charger is intended for charging the rechargeable Bosch Li-lon batteries.

Product Features
The numbering of the components shown refers to the diagram of the charger on the graphics page.

BatteryA
Red battery charge indicator
Green battery charge indicator
Charging slot
A) Accessories shown or described are not included with the product as standard. You can find the complete selection of accessories in our accessories range.

Technical Data

Charger		AL 1815 CV	AL 1830 CV	AL 1880 CV
Article number		2 607 226 0..	2 607 225 9..	2 607 2261..
Battery charging voltage (automatic voltage detection)	V ****	14.4-18
14.4-18	14.4-18
Charging current’A)	A	2.	3.0	8.0
Permitted battery temper- ature during charging	C	0-45	0-45	0-45
Charging time at battery capacity, approx.’A)		Battery charged°	Approx. 80

toc) / Battery
charged°| Approx. 80 7c,c) / Battery
charged8)
– 1.5 Ah| min| 63| 24 / 33| 12 / 27
– 2.0 Ah| min| 84| 32 / 45| 22 / 30
– 2.5 Ah| min| 105| 40 / 60| 25 / 36
– 3.0 Ah| min| 130| 48 / 72| 30 / 46
– 4.0 Ah| min| 168| 64 / 95| 27 / 35
– 5.0 Ah| min| 193| 95 / 105| 36 / 46
– 6.0 Ah| min| 260| 96 / 130| 45 / 62
Number of battery cells| | 4-10| 4-10| 4-10
Weight according to EPTA- Procedure 01:2014| kg| 0.38| 0.40| 0.60
Protection class| | | |

A) Depends on temperature and rechargeable battery type
B) State of charge of the battery is 95 %-100 %.
C) State of charge of the battery is approx. 80%. The battery can be removed for immediate use.

Operation

Start-up

► Note the mains voltage! The voltage of the power source must match the voltage specified on the rating plate of the charger. Chargers marked with 230 V can also be operated with 220 V.

Charging process
The charging process begins as soon as the mains plug for the charger is inserted into the mains socket and the battery (1) is inserted into the charging slot (4).
Thanks to the intelligent charging process, the charge condition of the battery is automatically detected and then charged up with the optimal charge current depending on battery temperature and voltage.
In this way, the battery is treated with care and remains permanently fully charged when it is stored in the charger.

Understanding the Indicators (AL 1815 CV)
Flashing battery charge indicator (3)
The charging process is indicated by the flashing of the battery charge indicator (3).
Continuous lighting of the battery charge indicator (3)
Continuous lighting of the battery charge indicator (3) indicates that the battery is fully charged or that the temperature of the battery is not within the allowable charging temperature range, and cannot be charged for this reason. The battery is charged as soon as the allowable charging temperature range is reached.
When the battery is not inserted, continuous lighting of the battery charge indicator (3) indicates that the mains plug is inserted in the socket outlet and that the battery charger is ready for operation.

Meaning of the Indication Elements
(AL 1830 CV/AL 1880 CV)
(Fast) Flashing of the Green Battery Charge Indicator (3)

Charge The rapid-charging procedure is indicated by fast flashing of the green battery charge indicator (3).

Note: The rapid-charging procedure is only possible when the battery temperature is within the allowable charging temperature range, see section “Technical Data’.
(Slow) Flashing of the Green Battery Charge Indicator (3)

When the charging condition of the battery is 80%, the green battery charge indicator (3) flashes slowly.
The battery can be removed for immediate use.

Continuous Lighting of the Green Battery Charge Indicator (3)
Continuous lighting of the green battery charge indicator (3) indicates that the battery is fully charged.
When the battery is not inserted, continuous lighting of the battery charge indicator (3) indicates that the mains plug is inserted in the socket outlet and that the battery charger is ready for operation.

Continuous Lighting of the Red Battery Charge Indicator (2)
Continuous lighting of the red battery charge indicator (2) indicates that the temperature of the battery is not within the allowable charging temperature range, see section “Technical Data’. As soon as the allowable charging temperature range is reached, the battery charger automatically switches to rapid charging.

Flashing Red Battery Charge Indicator (2)
A flashing red battery charge indicator (2) indicates a different malfunction of the charging procedure, see section “Troubleshooting — Causes and Corrective Measures’.

Errors – Causes and Corrective Measures

Cause Corrective measure

AL 1815 CV: Battery charge indicator (3) is continuously lit
1830 AL 1880 CV: Battery charge indicator (3) is continuously lit. Red battery charge indicator (2) is flashing.

Charging not possible

The battery is not connected (correctly)	Connect battery to charger correctly
Battery contacts are dirty	Clean battery contacts; e.g. by connecting and

disconnecting the battery several times. Replace battery if necessary
Battery defective| Replace battery
Green battery charge indicator(3)/red battery charge indicator (2) is not illuminated
Mains plug of the charger is not (correctly) plugged in| Insert the mains plug into the mains socket (completely)
Socket outlet, mains cable or charger defective| Check mains voltage, have charger checked if necessary by an authorized after-sales service centre for Bosch power tools

Practical advice
A significantly reduced operating time after charging indicates that the battery has deteriorated and must be replaced.
When the charger is used continuously, or for several consecutive charge cycles without interruption, the charger may heat up. This is, however, harmless and does not indicate that the charger has a technical defect.

Battery Cooling (Active Air Cooling) (AL 1880 CV)
The fan control unit integrated into the charger monitors the temperature of the inserted battery. As soon as the battery temperature is above approx. 0 °C, the battery will be cooled by afan. The fan generates a ventilation sound when switched on.
If the fan does not run, it is defective or the battery temperature is < 0°C. This can increase the charging time.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and cleaning
In order to avoid safety hazards, if the power supply cord needs to be replaced, this must be done by Bosch or by an after-sales service centre that is authorized to repair Bosch power tools.

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. You can find explosion drawings and information on Spare parts at: www.bosch-pt.com

The Bosch product use advice team will be happy to help you with any questions about 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
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Ireland
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Magna Business Park
City West
Dublin 24
Tel. Service: (01) 4666700
Fax: (01) 4666888

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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-pt.com.au
www.bosch-pt.co.nz

Disposal
Chargers, accessories and packaging should be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner.
Do not dispose of chargers along with household waste.