BOSCH 18V-2100 Universal Work Light Instruction Manual

: June 15, 2024
: Bosch

Table of Contents

BOSCH 18V-2100 Universal Work Light
Product Usage Instructions
FAQ
Safety instructions for cordless work lights
Product Description and Specifications
Product Features
Technical Data
Rechargeable battery
Operation
Maintenance and Service
Documents / Resources

BOSCH 18V-2100 Universal Work Light

BOSCH-18V-2100-Universal-Work-Light-PRODUCT

Specifications

Product: UniversalWorkLight 18V-2100
Model Number: 3 603 JA1 300
Voltage: 18V
Power Consumption: 17W
Operating Time: 70 min/Ah
Luminous Flux: 2100 lm
Recommended Charging Temperature: 0°C to +35°C
Operating and Storage Temperature: -20°C to +40°C
Recommended Batteries: PBA 18V, AL 18

Product Usage Instructions

Charging and Installing the Battery

To charge the battery, insert it into the battery slot until it clicks into place.

Battery Status Indicator

The LED indicators on the battery and the work light provide information about the battery’s status. Refer to the manual for details on interpreting the indicators.

Operating the Worklight

To turn on the work light, insert a charged battery and switch it on using the light switch. Adjust brightness levels as needed.

Maintenance and Service

Regularly clean and maintain the work light for optimal performance. Contact customer service for assistance or advice on usage.

FAQ

Q: What should I do if the battery status indicators show a fault?

A: If there is a fault indicated by the LED lights, contact Bosch customer service for assistance.

Q: How should I dispose of the batteries?

A: Follow the disposal instructions provided in the manual under the “Disposal” section to ensure proper disposal of Li-Ion batteries.

Q: Are there any safety precautions I should be aware of?

A: Avoid looking directly into the light beam for extended periods to prevent harm to your eyes. Do not direct the light at others or animals, and do not continue pressing the switch after the automatic shutdown to prevent battery damage.

Safety instructions for cordless work lights

Read all the safety and general instructions.
Failure to observe the safety and general in-structions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
Keep all the safety and general instructions for future reference.
Handle the cordless worklight with care. The cordless work light produces intense heat and requires cooling air from the surrounding environment.
The covered cordless worklight can ignite or it may ignite other objects. This will result in a fire.
Remove the battery from the cordless work light before transporting or storing it.
There is a risk of overheating and fire if the light switch is unintentionally pressed.
Keep the minimum distance between the cordless work light and all illuminated surfaces and objects. Illuminated objects may overheat if this distance is not maintained.
NOTE: Do not look into the light beam for prolonged periods. The optical radiation may harm your eyes.
Do not direct the light beam at other persons or animals.
The light beam impairs vision and may damage your eyes.
Do not continue to press the light switch after the cordless work light has been automatically switched off. This can damage the battery.
Ensure that the battery is charged and that the cordless work light has cooled down before switching the cordless work light on again.
In case of damage and improper use of the battery, vapors may be emitted. The battery can set alight or explode.
Ensure the area is well-ventilated and seek medical attention should you experience any adverse effects. The vapours may irritate the respiratory system.
If used incorrectly or if the battery is damaged, flammable liquid may be ejected from the battery. Contact with this liquid should be avoided. If contact accidentally occurs, rinse off with water.
If the liquid comes into contact with your eyes, seek additional medical attention. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
The battery can be damaged by pointed objects such as nails or screwdrivers or by force applied externally.
An internal short circuit may occur, causing the battery to burn, smoke, explode, or overheat.
When the battery is not in use, keep it away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that could make a connection from one terminal to another.
A short circuit between the battery terminals may cause burns or a fire.
Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuiting
Protect the battery against heat, e.g. continuous intense sunlight, fire, dirt, water, and moisture. There is a risk of explosion and short-circuiting.
Only charge the batteries using chargers recommended by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery may pose a fire risk when used with a different battery.
Only use the battery in the manufacturer’s products or POWER FOR ALL system products. This is the only way in which you can protect the battery against dangerous overload.
Keep the cordless work light away from implants and other medical devices, e.g. pacemakers or insulin pumps.
The magnet inside the cordless work light generates a field that can impair the function of implants and medical devices.
Keep the cordless worklight away from magnetic data storage media and magnetically sensitive devices.
The effect of the magnet can lead to irreversible data loss.
Do not fix the cordless worklight overhead using the magnetic mount. There is a risk of injury if it falls.
Check to ensure that the magnetic mount can securely hold the cordless worklight. There is a risk of injury if it falls.
Avoid dust accumulation at the workplace. Dust can easily ignite.
Do not allow children to use the cordless work light.
Children can unintentionally blind themselves or other persons.

Product Description and Specifications

Please observe the illustrations at the beginning of this operating manual.

Intended Use

The cordless work light is intended for temporary mobile illumination in confined spaces in domestic settings.
The cordless worklight must not be left unattended when in operation.
The cordless worklight is not permitted for use in road traffic.

Product Features

The numbering of the product features refers to the illustration of the cordless work light on the graphics page. BOSCH-18V-2100-Universal-Work-
Light-fig-1

Lamp head
Light switch
Rechargeable battery)
Hook
Handle/stand
Battery charge indicator on the cordless work light
Battery release buttons)
Magnet

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

Cordless work light UniversalWorkLight 18V-2100

Article number		3 603 JA1 300
Rated voltage	V=	18
Rated power input	W	17
Lighting duration, approx.A)B)	min/Ah	70
Total luminous flux, max.B)	lm	2100
Recommended ambient temperature during charging	°C	0 … +35
Permitted ambient temperature during operations) and during storage	°C	–20 …

+40
Recommended rechargeable batteries| | PBA 18V…W-.D)

BOSCH-18V-2100-Universal-Work-Light-fig-9

A) At full brightness (excluding remaining operating time in dimmed mode)
B) Measured at 20–25 °C with rechargeable battery PBA 18V 2.0Ah
C) Limited performance at temperatures < 0 °C
D) plus batteries and chargers for the POWER FOR ALL system
E) The following chargers are not compatible with the PBA rechargeable battery: AL 1814 CV Professional, AL 1820 CV Professional, AL 1860 CV Professional, AL 2215 CV Professional
The color rendition of illuminated objects can be distorted.

Rechargeable battery

Bosch sells some cordless work lights without a rechargeable battery. You can tell whether a rechargeable battery is included with the cordless work light by looking at the packaging.

Charging the battery

Use only the chargers listed in the technical data. Only these chargers are matched to the lithium-ion battery of cordless worklight.
Note: Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are supplied partially charged according to international transport regulations.
To ensure full rechargeable battery capacity, fully charge the rechargeable battery before using your tool for the first time.

Inserting the Battery

Push the charged battery into the battery holder until it clicks into place.

Removing the Battery

To remove the rechargeable battery, press the battery release button and pull the battery out. Do not use force to do this.

Battery Charge Indicator on the Cordless Worklight

The following information is displayed.

LED Meaning

3 × continuous green light	State of charge ≈ 75–100 %
2 × continuous green light	State of charge ≈ 40–75 %
1 × continuous green light	State of charge ≈ 15–40 %
Flashing light outer LED	State of charge ≈ 0–15 %
Flashing light middle LED	Fault in the cordless work light Contact Bosch

customer services.

LED Meaning

Flashing light all LEDs Battery or cordless work light outside the operating temperature
Allow the battery and cordless work light to cool down.

Battery Charge Indicator on the Rechargeable Battery

Note: Not all battery types have a battery charge indicator.
The LEDs on the battery charge indicator on the rechargeable battery indicate the state of charge of the battery.
For reasons of safety, it is only possible to query the state of charge when the cordless worklight is switched off.
Press the button for the battery charge indicator on the rechargeable battery to show the state of charge. This is also possible when the rechargeable battery is removed.

LEDs on rechargeable battery State of charge

4 × continuous green light	≈ 75–100 %
3 × continuous green light	≈ 50–75 %
2 × continuous green light	≈ 25–50 %
1 × continuous green light	≈ 5–25 %
1 × flashing green light	≈ 0–5 %

Recommendations for Optimal Handling of the Battery

Protect the battery against moisture and water.
Only store the battery within a temperature range of −20 to 50 °C. Do not leave the battery in your car in the summer, for example.
A significantly reduced operating time after charging indicates that the battery has deteriorated and must be replaced.
Follow the instructions on correct disposal.

Operation

Starting Operation

With the battery inserted, the cordless worklight is ready to use.
Setting up and adjusting the cordless work light (see figures A−B)
Carefully unfold the handle/stand (5) and, if necessary, the hook (4) and position the cordless worklight. Ensure the cordless work light is positioned on a stable surface/object and is not too close to heat-sensitive or flammable objects.
The lamp head (1) can be turned to different positions within the handle/stand (5).
Note: The cordless work light must not be used in the position depicted in Figure B. The cordless worklight could fall and overheat.

Switching on/off and adjusting the brightness

Temperature Dependent Overload Protection

If the permissible operating temperature is exceeded, the cordless work light switches itself off. To continue using the cordless work light, let it cool down.

Practical Advice

Carry the cordless worklight by its handle/stand (5).
The light head (1) becomes hot during operation. Let the cordless worklight cool down before adjusting it or transporting it.
Do not leave the cordless worklight unattended while it is switched on.
The cordless worklight will flash three times just before it is about to switch off due to an empty battery.

Attaching the cordless work light

You can use the hook (4) and the magnet (8) to attach the cordless worklight to suitable objects.
Always check the work light is positioned on a stable surface/ object and is not too close to heat-sensitive or flammable objects.
Avoid scratching delicate surfaces.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning

Remove the battery from the cordless work light before transporting or storing it. There is a risk of overheating and fire if the light switch is unintentionally pressed.
The cordless worklight is maintenance-free and does not contain any parts that need to be replaced or maintained.
Only clean the cordless worklight’s plastic lens with a dry, soft cloth to prevent damage. Do not use any detergents or solvents.
If the light source is defective, the entire cordless work light has to be replaced.

After-Sales Service and Application Service

Our after-sales service responds to your questions concerning the 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
E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com
You can find further service addresses at: www.bosch-pt.com/serviceaddresses

Transport

The recommended lithium-ion batteries are subject to legislation on the transport of dangerous goods. The user can transport the batteries by road without further requirements.
When the batteries are shipped by third parties (e.g. air transport or forwarding agency), special requirements on packaging and labeling (e.g. ADR regulations) must be met.
A dangerous goods expert must be consulted when preparing the items for shipping.
Dispatch battery packs 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 the possibility of more detailed national regulations.

Disposal

Cordless worklights, battery packs, accessories, and packaging should be sorted for environmentally friendly recycling.
Do not dispose of cordless worklights and battery packs/batteries with household waste.

Only for EU countries:

According to Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its transposition into national law, cordless worklights that are no longer usable, and, according to Directive 2006/66/EC, defective or drained batteries must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.
If disposed of incorrectly, waste electrical and electronic equipment may have harmful effects on the environment and human health, due to the potential presence of hazardous substances.

Only for the United Kingdom:

According to The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2013 (SI 2013/3113) (as amended) and the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009 (SI 2009/890) (as amended), products that are no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner.

Battery packs/batteries Li-ion:

Please observe the notes in the section on transport (see Transport)
Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH
70538 Stuttgart
GERMANY
www.bosch-pt.com

Documents / Resources

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