Bosch 601443400 GLI VariLED Professional Cordless Worklight Instructions

GLI VariLED Professional

Safety Instructions

Safety instructions for cordless work lights

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.

ave all safety and general instructions for future reference.

  •  Handle the work light with care. The work light produces intense heat which increases the risk of fire and explosion.
  •  Do not work with the work light in potentially explosive areas.
  • Do not continue to press the On/Off switch after the work light has been automatically switched off. The battery can be damaged. Ensure that the battery is
    charged and that the work light has cooled before switching on the work light again.
  •  Use only original Bosch accessories.
  • The light source cannot be replaced. If the light source is defective, the entire cordless work light must be replaced.
  •  Remove the batteries from the work light before carrying out any work on the work light (e.g. assembly, maintenance, etc.) as well as when transporting and storing the work light. There is a risk of injury from unintentionally pressing the on/off switch.
  •  Do not direct the light beam at persons or animals and do not stare into the light beam yourself (even from a distance).
  •  Do not use the work light in road traffic. The work light is not permitted for illumination in road traffic.

NOTE: Do not look into the light beam for prolonged periods. The optical radiation may harm your eyes.

  • Do not cover the lamp head while the cordless work light is operating. The lamp head warms up during operation and can cause burns if this heat accumulates.
  •  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 vapors 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.
  •  Only use the battery with products from the manufacturer. This is the only way in which you can protect the battery against dangerous overload.

Protect the battery against heat, e.g. against 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.
  • Avoid dust accumulation at the workplace. Dust can easily ignite.
  • This cordless work light is not intended for use by children and persons with physical, sensory, or mental limitations or a lack of experience or knowledge. This cordless work light can be used by children aged eight or older and by persons with 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 cordless work light and they understand the associated dangers. Otherwise, there is a danger of operating errors and injuries.
  • Do not allow children to use the cordless work light. It is intended for professional use. Children can unintentionally blind themselves or other persons.

Product Description and Specifications

Intended Use
The cordless work light is intended for mobile illumination of indoor areas in a limited space and for a limited time and is not suitable for general room lighting.
Product Features
The numbering of the product features refers to the diagram of the power tool on the graphics page.

(1) Lens plate
(2) On/Off switch
(3) Lamp head
(4) Battery pack a)
(5) Battery unlocking button a)
(6) Retainer opening for carrying handle
(7) Carrying handle
(8) Heat sink
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 GLI VariLED
Article number V= 18
Lighting duration, approx. min/Ah 190
Total luminous flux, max. lm 420
Recommended ambient temperature during charging °C 0 to +35
Permitted ambient temperature during operation A) and during storage °C –20 to +50
Recommended rechargeable batteries GBA 18V… ProCORE18V…
Recommended chargers GAL 18… GAX 18… GAL 36…

A) Limited performance at temperatures < 0 °C The color rendition of illuminated objects can be distorted.

Assembly

Battery Charging (Accessory)

  •  Use only the chargers listed in the technical data. Only these chargers are matched to the lithium-ion battery of cordless work light.
    Note: The battery is supplied partially charged. To ensure full battery capacity, fully charge the battery in the charger before using your tool for the first time. The lithium-ion battery can be charged at any time without reducing its service life. Interrupting the charging process does not damage the battery. The lithium-ion battery is protected against deep discharge by the “Electronic Cell Protection (ECP)”. A protective circuit switches the cordless work light off when the battery is drained.
  •  Do not continue to press the On/Off switch after the work light has been automatically switched off. The battery can be damaged. Ensure that the battery is
    charged and that the work light has cooled before switching on the work light again. To remove the battery (4), press the release button (5) and pull the battery out of the cordless work light. Do not use force to do this. Follow the instructions on correct disposal.

Operation

Starting Operation

Inserting the battery
Insert the charged battery (4) into the lamp head (3) until it can be felt to engage and face flush against the lamp head.
Setting up
Place the cordless work light on a stable, level surface. Make sure it is secure.
Switching On and Off
To switch on the cordless work light, press the on/off switch (2). To switch off the cordless work light, press the on/off switch (2) again.
Temperature-Dependent Overload Protection
If the permissible heat sink temperature of 60 °C is exceeded, the cordless work light flashes 3 times and switches off. Let the cordless work light cool down and then switch
the cordless work light is back on.
Battery charge indicator
The green LEDs on the battery charge indicator indicate the state of charge of the battery. For safety reasons, it is only possible to check the state of charge when the
a power tool is not in operation.
Press the button for the battery charge indicator on or to show the state of charge. This is also possible when the battery is removed.
If no LED lights up after pressing the button for the battery charge indicator, then the battery is defective and must be replaced. or

Battery model GBA 18V…

LEDs Capacity
3× continuous green light 60−100 %
2× continuous green light 30−60 %
1× continuous green light 5−30 %
1× flashing green light 0−5 %

Battery model ProCORE18V…

LEDs Capacity
5× continuous green light 80−100 %
4× continuous green light 60−80 %
3× continuous green light 40−60 %
2× continuous green light 20−40 %
1× continuous green light 5−20 %
1× flashing green light 0−5 %

Practical Advice
The cordless work light lights up with reduced brightness when the remaining lighting duration is ≤ 10 minutes.
Swiveling the Lamp Head (see figure A)
You can swivel the lamp head (3) maximum of 135° in 27° steps.
Carrying handle (see figure B)
The cordless work light can be carried or fastened to an object with the carrying handle (7).

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning

u Remove the batteries from the work light before carrying out any work on the
work light (e.g. assembly, maintenance, etc.) as well as when transporting and
storing the work light. There is a risk of injury from unintentionally pressing the on/off switch.
The cordless work light is maintenance-free and does not contain any parts that need to be replaced or maintained. Only clean the cordless work lights plastic lens with a dry, soft cloth to prevent damage. Do not use any detergents or solvents.
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
E-Mail:
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 labeling must be observed. For the preparation of the item
being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is required.
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 work lights, battery packs, accessories, and packaging should be sorted for environmentally friendly recycling.

Do not dispose of cordless work lights and battery packs/batteries with household waste.

Only for EU countries:
According to the Directive 2012/19/EU, cordless work lights 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 responsible manner.

Only for the United Kingdom:
According to Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations, 2013 (2013/3113) and the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009 (2009/890), cordless work lights 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 20).  

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