BOSCH UniversalBrush Cordless Electric Power Cleaning Brush Instruction Manual

: June 2, 2024
: Bosch

**Universal Brush Cordless Electric Power Cleaning Brush
Instruction Manual**

Safety Instructions

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

⚠ WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Work area safety

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical safety

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

Power tool use and care

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

Battery tool use and care

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 power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
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 irritation or burns.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C may cause explosion.
Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

Service

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

Safety Instructions for Brushes

Do n ot immerse the power tool in water. Water entering a power tool increases the risk of electric shock.
Do not use accessories which have not been specifically designed and recommended for this power tool by the manufacturer. The mere fact that the accessory can be attached to your power tool does not guarantee safe operation.
The permitted speed of the application tool must be at least equal to the maximum speed marked on the power tool. If accessories run faster than their rated speed, they may break and fly off.
Always wait until the power tool has come to a complete stop before placing it down.
Protect the power tool against heat, e.g. against continuous intense sunlight, fire, water, and moisture. There is a risk of explosion.
Do not use chemicals, undiluted acids, bleaches, cleaning agents containing chlorine etc. when cleaning. This could damage the surfaces being cleaned. First, test for tolerance on an inconspicuous area.
Read all instructions on cleaning agents before using them on hot surfaces. Contact with hot surfaces can cause cleaning agents to ignite or produce harmful vapours.

Product Description and Specifications

Intended Use

The power tool is intended for the wet brushing of surfaces in indoor and outdoor areas. It is particularly suited for cleaning joints and tiles in the bathroom.
The power tool is intended only for household and domestic use.

Product Features

The numbering of the product features refers to the diagram of the power tool on the graphics page.

(1) On/off switch
(2) Holder for cleaning pads
(3) Brusha)
(4) Detailed brusha)
(5) Pad holder with climbing hooka)
(6) Blue microfibre non-scratch pada)
(7) Green kitchen pada)
(8) Brown, abrasive heavy-duty pada)
(9) White eraser melamin pada)
(10) Battery charge indicator
(11) Micro USB port
(12) Micro USB cable
(13) Power supplyb) (country-specific)

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.
b) Commercially available (not included in the scope of delivery)

Technical Data

Cordless brush		UniversalBrush
Article number		3 603 CE0 0..
Rated voltage	V	3.6
No-load speed n0	min-1	215
Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01:2014	kg	0.33
Protection rating		IP X5A)

Protection against water jets from all directions
Recommended ambient tem- perature during charging| °C| 0 to +45
Permitted ambient temperat- ure during operationB) and during storage| °C| –5 to +50
Recommended power supply| | 2 609 120 7, etc.
Rechargeable battery| | Li-ion
Max. capacity| Ah| 1.5
Energy| Wh| 5.4
Number of battery cells| | 1

A) including USB port
B) Limited performance at temperatures < 0 °C
Additional technical data can be found at: http://www.bosch-do- it.com/ecodesign

Noise/Vibration Information

Noise emission values determined according to EN 62841-2-4.
Typically, the A-weighted sound pressure level of the power tool is less than 70 dB(A). Uncertainty K = 3 dB. The noise level when working can exceed 80 dB(A).

Wear hearing protection!
Vibration total values ah (triax vector sum) and uncertainty K determined according to EN 62841-2-4:
ah < 2.5 m/s2, K = 1.5 m/s2
The vibration level and noise emission value given in these instructions have been measured in accordance with a standardised measuring procedure and may be used to compare power tools. They may also be used for a preliminary estimation of vibration and noise emissions.
The stated vibration level and noise emission value represent the main applications of the power tool. However, if the power tool is used for other applications, with different application tools or is poorly maintained, the vibration level and noise emission value may differ. This may significantly increase the vibration and noise emissions over the total working period.
To estimate vibration and noise emissions accurately, the times when the tool is switched off or when it is running but not actually being used should also be taken into account. This may significantly reduce vibration and noise emissions over the total working period.
Implement additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of vibration, such as servicing the power tool and application tools, keeping their hands warm, and organising workflows correctly.

Assembly

Charging the battery

For charging, use the recommended USB power supply unit or a power supply unit with 5 V and at least 1.0 A. Observe the operating manual of the USB power supply unit. Recommended power supply unit: See “Technical Data” section.
Pay attention to the mains voltage. The voltage of the power source must match the voltage specified on the rating plate of the power adaptor. Power adaptors marked with 230 V can also be operated with 220 V.

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.
Open the flap.
Use a USB cable to connect the power tool to the power supply.
The battery charge indicator indicates the charging progress. The indicator flashes green during the charging process. When the battery is fully charged, the indicator is lit up green continuously.
If you are not planning to use the power tool again soon, disconnect it from the power supply.
The power tool cannot be used while charging.

Choosing the cleaning adapter

- Choose the cleaning adapter based on the intended use (see “Recommended Applications (Cleaning Examples)”, page 12). Incorrect use of a cleaning adapter can result in damage to the surface to be cleaned (see “Recommended Applications (Surface Material)”, page 12). First, test the cleaning adapter on an inconspicuous area.

Recommended Applications (Cleaning Examples)

Brush (3 )
(heavy-duty cleaning work)
– Washbasins, tiles and tile joints in bathrooms and kit- chens
– Tyre rims, patio furniture, tile joints in outdoor areas

Detailed brush (4)

(cleaning work in hard-to-reach areas)
- Corners and profiles

Pad holder (5) with microfibre pad (6) (blue)
(cleaning without leaving scratches)
– Pots, pans, sinks, hobs, kitchen appliances
– Fittings in bathrooms and kitchens
– Glass surfaces
– External surfaces of barbecues
Pad holder(5) with kitchen pad (7) ( green)
(adherent impurities)
– Pots, pans, kitchen surfaces
Pad holder (5) with heavy-duty pad (8) (brown)
(burnt-in impurities)
– Baking trays, uncoated cooking utensils
– Ovens
Pad holder(5) with eraser melamin pad (9) (white)
(cleaning hard surfaces)
– Suitable for:
Worktops, glass surfaces, floors, skirting boards, doors, shoes
– Not suitable for:
Surfaces made from wood, copper or stainless steel, nonstick coatings, car paints

Recommended Applications (Surface Material)

Surface material

| Cleaning adapter
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Brush (3) Detailed brush (4)| Microfibre pad (6) (blue)| Kitchen pad (7) (green)| Heavy-duty pad (8) (brown)|

Eraser melamin pad (9) (white)

Hard surfaces| ●| ○| −| −| ●
Coated surfaces| ○| ○| −| −| ●
Fabrics| ●| −| −| −| ○
Cast iron| −| ○| ●| ●| −
Ceramic, porcelain| ●| ○| ○| −| −
Aluminium, meta| ●| ○| −| −| −
Plastic, laminate| ●| ●| −| −| ○
Glass| −| ●| ○ (apenas vidro endurecido)| −| ●
Paint, rust| −| −| ○| ●| −

● = ideally suited; ○ = conditionally suited; – = not suited

Changing the cleaning adapter

– Pull the fitted cleaning adapter (brush (3), detailed brush (4) or pad holder (5) with a suitable pad) firmly from the holder (2).
– Insert the required cleaning adapter into the holder (2), until it audibly clicks into place.

Changing the pad

The pad holder (5) is fitted with climbing hooks, allowing individual pads ((6), (7), (8) or (9)) to be fastened quickly and simply.
– To remove a pad, lift it from the side and pull it off the pad holder (5).
– Remove dirt and dust from the pad holder (5), e.g. with a paintbrush, before attaching a new pad.
– Press the pad firmly against the bottom side of the pad holder (5).

Operation

Starting Operation

– To switch on the power tool, press the on/off switch (1).
– To switch off the power tool, press the on/off switch (1) again.

Working Advice

The cleaning performance is primarily determined by the choice of cleaning adapter and the contact pressure.
Only cleaning adapters in perfect condition will deliver good cleaning performance and protect the power tool.
Be sure to apply consistent contact pressure in order to increase the service life of the cleaning adapters.
Excessively increasing the contact pressure will not lead to increased cleaning performance, but to more severe wear of the power tool and of the cleaning adapter.

Use only original Bosch accessories.

Cleaning surfaces 

– Protect the surroundings of the area to be cleaned from spray using suitable covers.
– Moisten the bristles or the pad with a suitable liquid, gellike or powdery cleaning agent.
or
Spray the surface to be cleaned directly with a spray cleaner.
– First position the power tool on the surface to be cleaned and then switch on the power tool.
This prevents spray.
– Move the power tool slowly, in a circular motion and without exerting pressure on the surface to be cleaned.

Temperature-dependent overload protection

In normal conditions of use, the power tool cannot be overloaded. If the power tool is overloaded or the permitted battery temperature is exceeded, the electronics of the power tool will switch off until the temperature returns to within the optimum operating temperature range.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning

To ensure safe and efficient operation, always keep the power tool and the ventilation slots clean.

If the battery is no longer working, please contact an authorised after-sales service agent for Bosch power tools.
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 authorised to repair Bosch power tools.

– Do not immerse the power tool in water or other liquids.

Cleaning Adapters and Pads

– You can clean the cleaning adapters and their pads in the dishwasher at a temperature of up to 50 °C.

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 10digit 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 contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements. The batteries are suitable for road-transport by the user without further restrictions.
When shipping by third parties (e.g.: by air transport or forwarding agency), special requirements on packaging and labelling must be observed. For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is required.

Disposal

| Power tools, rechargeable batteries, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environmental-friendly recycling.
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| Do not dispose of power tools and batteries/rechargeable batteries into household waste!
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Only for EU countries:
According to the Directive 2012/19/EU, power tools that are no longer usable, and according to the Directive 2006/66/EC, defective or used battery packs/batteries, must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.

Only for United Kingdom:
According to Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2013 (2013/3113) and the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009 (2009/890), power tools 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”, page 13).

Integrated batteries may only be removed for disposal by qualified personnel. Opening the housing shell can destroy the power tool.

Before you can remove the battery from the power tool, you will need to use the power tool until the battery is completely discharged. Unscrew the screws on the housing and remove the housing shell in order to remove the battery. To prevent a short circuit, disconnect the connectors on the battery one at a time and then isolate the poles. Even when fully discharged, the battery still contains a residual capacity which can be released in case of a short circuit.

Declaration of Conformity

Cordless brush
UniversalBrush| Article number
3 603 CE0 000
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We declare under our sole responsibility that the stated products comply with all applicable provisions of the regulations listed below and are in conformity with the following standards.
Technical file at: Robert Bosch Ltd. (PT/SOP-GB), Broadwater Park, North Orbital Road, Uxbridge UB9 5HJ, United Kingdom
| The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 The Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012
EN 62841-1:2015
EN 62841-2-4:2014
EN 55014-1:2017+A11:2020
EN 55014-2:2015 IEC
EN 63000:2018
Vonjy Rajakoba
Managing Director – Bosch UK
| Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH, 70538 Stuttgart, Germany represented (in terms of the above regulations) by Robert Bosch Limited, Broadwater Park, North Orbital Road, Uxbridge UB9 5HJ, United KingdomMartin Sibley
Head of Sales Operations and Aftersales

Robert Bosch Ltd. Broadwater Park, North Orbital Road, Uxbridge UB9 5HJ, United Kingdom, as authorised representative acting on behalf of Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH, 70538 Stuttgart, Germany
Place of issue: Uxbridge
Date of issue: 11/05/2021

EU Declaration of Conformity

Cordless brush Article numbe

We declare under our sole responsibility that the stated products comply with all applicable provisions of the directives and regulations listed below and are in conformity with the following standards.
Technical file at: *

Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH
70538 Stuttgart
GERMANY
www.bosch-pt.com

Documents / Resources

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