Bosch GAS 35 M AFC Professional Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

BOSCH GAS 35 M AFC Professional Vacuum Cleaner

Safety Instructions

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions 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 mains-operated (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 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 jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves 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.

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 the battery pack 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. 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.

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.

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.

Safety Warnings for Angle Grinder

Safety Warnings common for Grinding, Sanding, Wire Brushing or Abrasive Cutting Off operations

• This power tool is intended to function as a grinder, sander, wire brush or cut-off tool. 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.
• Operations such as polishing are not recommended to be performed with this power tool. Operations for which the power tool was not designed may create a hazard and cause personal injury.
• Do not use accessories which are not specifically designed and recommended by the tool manufacturer. Just because the accessory can be attached to your power tool, it does not assure safe operation.
• The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the maximum speed marked on the power tool. Accessories running faster than their rated speed can break and fly apart.
• The outside diameter and the thickness of your ac-cessory must be within the capacity rating of your power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be adequately guarded or controlled.
• Threaded mounting of accessories must match the grinder spindle thread. For accessories mounted by flanges, the arbour hole of the accessory must fit the locating diameter of the flange. Accessories that do not match the mounting hardware of the power tool will run out of balance, vibrate excessively and may cause loss of control.
• Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use inspect the accessory such as abrasive wheels for chips and cracks, backing pad for cracks, tear or excess wear, wire brush for loose or cracked wires. If power tool or accessory is dropped, inspect for damage or in-stall an undamaged accessory. After inspecting and installing an accessory, position yourself and bystanders away from the plane of the rotating accessory and run the power tool at maximum no load speed for one minute. Damaged accessories will normally break apart during this test time.
• Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on application, use face shield, safety goggles or safety glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing protectors, gloves and workshop apron capable of stopping small abrasive or workpiece fragments. The eye protection must be capable of stopping flying debris generated by various operations . The dust mask or respirator must be capable of filtrating particles generated by your operation. Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise may cause hearing loss.
• Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area. Anyone entering the work area must wear personal protective equipment. Fragments of workpiece or of a broken accessory may fly away and cause injury beyond immediate area of operation.
• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a “live” wire will also make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
• Never lay the power tool down until the accessory has come to a complete stop. The spinning accessory may grab the surface and pull the power tool out of your control.
• Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your side. Accidental contact with the spinning accessory could snag your clothing, pulling the accessory into your body.
• Regularly clean the power tool’s air vents. The motor’s fan will draw the dust inside the housing and excessive accumulation of powdered metal may cause electrical hazards.
• Do not operate the power tool near flammable materi-als. Sparks could ignite these materials.
• Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants. Using water or other liquid coolants may result in electrocution or shock.

Kickback and Related Warnings

Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or any other accessory. Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating accessory which in turn causes the uncontrolled power tool to be forced in the direction opposite of the accessory’s rotation at the point of the binding.
For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched by the workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is entering into the pinch point can dig into the surface of the material causing the wheel to climb out or kick out. The wheel may either jump toward or away from the operator, depending on direction of the wheel’s movement at the point of pinching. Abrasive wheels may also break under these conditions. Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below.

• Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. Always use auxiliary handle, if provided, for maximum control over kickback or torque reaction during start-up. The operator can control torque reactions or kickback forces, if proper precautions are taken.
• Never place your hand near the rotating accessory. Accessory may kickback over your hand.
• Do not position your body in the area where power tool will move if kickback occurs. Kickback will propel the tool in direction opposite to the wheel’s movement at the point of snagging.
• Use special care when working corners, sharp edges etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the accessory. Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have a tendency to snag the rotating accessory and cause loss of control or kickback.
• Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade or toothed saw blade. Such blades create frequent kickback and loss of control.

Safety Warnings specific for Grinding and Abrasive Cutting-Off operations

• Use only wheel types that are recommended for your power tool and the specific guard designed for the se-lected wheel. Wheels for which the power tool was not designed cannot be adequately guarded and are unsafe.
• The grinding surface of centre depressed wheels must be mounted below the plane of the guard lip. An improperly mounted wheel that projects through the plane of the guard lip cannot be adequately protected.
• The guard must be securely attached to the power tool and positioned for maximum safety, so the least amount of wheel is exposed towards the operator. The guard helps to protect operator from broken wheel fragments, accidental contact with wheel and sparks that could ignite clothing.
• Wheels must be used only for recommended applications. For example: do not grind with the side of cut-off wheel. Abrasive cut-off wheels are intended for peripheral grinding, side forces applied to these wheels may cause them to shatter.
• Always use undamaged wheel flanges that are of correct size and shape for your selected wheel. Proper wheel flanges support the wheel thus reducing the possibility of wheel breakage. Flanges for cut-off wheels may be different from grinding wheel flanges.
• Do not use worn down wheels from larger power tools. Wheel intended for larger power tool is not suitable for the higher speed of a smaller tool and may burst.

Additional Safety Warnings specific for Abrasive Cutting Off operations

• Do not “jam” the cut-off wheel or apply excessive pressure. Do not attempt to make an excessive depth of cut. Overstressing the wheel increases the loading and susceptibility to twisting or binding of the wheel in the cut and the possibility of kickback or wheel breakage.
• Do not position your body in line with and behind the rotating wheel. When the wheel, at the point of operation, is moving away from your body, the possible kick-back may propel the spinning wheel and the power tool directly at you.
• When wheel is binding or when interrupting a cut for any reason, switch off the power tool and hold the power tool motionless until the wheel comes to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the cut-off wheel from the cut while the wheel is in motion otherwise kickback may occur. Investigate and take corrective action to eliminate the cause of wheel binding.
• Do not restart the cutting operation in the workpiece. Let the wheel reach full speed and carefully re-enter the cut. The wheel may bind, walk up or kickback if the power tool is restarted in the workpiece.
• Support panels or any oversized workpiece to minimize the risk of wheel pinching and kickback. Large workpieces tend to sag under their own weight. Supports must be placed under the workpiece near the line of cut and near the edge of the workpiece on both sides of the wheel.
• Use extra caution when making a “pocket cut” into existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding wheel may cut gas or water pipes, electrical wiring or objects that can cause kickback.

Safety Warnings specific for Sanding operations

• Do not use excessively oversized sanding disc paper. Follow manufacturers recommendations, when selecting sanding paper. Larger sanding paper extending beyond the sanding pad presents a laceration hazard and may cause snagging, tearing of the disc, or kickback.

Safety Warnings specific for Wire Brushing operations

• Be aware that wire bristles are thrown by the brush even during ordinary operation. Do not overstress the wires by applying excessive load to the brush The wire bristles can easily penetrate light clothing and/or skin.
• If the use of a guard is recommended for wire brushing, do not allow any interference of the wire wheel or brush with the guard. Wire wheel or brush may expand in diameter due to work load and centrifugal forces.

Additional Safety Information
Wear safety goggles.

• Use suitable detectors to determine if there are hidden supply lines or contact the local utility company for assistance. Contact with electric cables can cause fire and electric shock. Damaging gas lines can lead to explosion. Breaking water pipes causes property damage.
• Do not touch grinding and cutting discs until they have cooled down. The discs can become very hot while working.
• Release the On/Off switch and set it to the Off position when the power supply is interrupted, e.g. when the battery pack is removed. This prevents uncontrolled restarting.
• Secure the workpiece. A workpiece clamped with clamping devices or in a vice is held more secure than by hand.
• Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuiting.
• 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.
• 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.
• Only use the battery with products from the manufacturer. This is the only way in which you can protect the battery against dangerous overload.
• 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.
• Caution! When using the power tool with Bluetooth®, a fault may occur in other devices and systems, aero-planes and medical devices (e.g. pacemakers, hearing aids). Also, damage to people and animals in the immediate vicinity cannot be completely excluded. Do not use the power tool with Bluetooth® in the vicinity of medical devices, petrol stations, chemical plants, areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere or in blasting areas. Do not use the power tool with Bluetooth® in aircraft. Avoid using the product near your body for extended periods.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH is under li-cense.

Product Description and Specifications

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

Intended use

The power tool is intended for cutting, roughing and brushing metal and stone materials without the use of water.
A special protective guard for cutting must be used when cutting bonded abrasives.
Sufficient dust extraction must be provided when cutting stone.
With approved abrasive tools, the power tool can be used for sanding with sanding discs.
With the Bluetooth® Low Energy Module GCY 42 inserted, power tool data and settings can be transferred between the power tool and a mobile device by means of Bluetooth® wire-less technology.

Product Features

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

1. Container
2. Plug cap for the vacuum hose connection
3. Hose connection piece
4. Vacuum-hose holder
5. Socket for power tool
6. Airflow regulator
7. Mode selector switch
8. Control knob for vacuum capacity (not for article number 3 601 JC3 170)
9. AFC button
10. Carrying handle
11. L-Boxx retainer
12. Vacuum lid
13. Latch of the vacuum cover
14. Rear wheel
15. Castor brake
16. Castor
17. Cable holder
18. Locking latch of filter cover
19. Holder for vacuum tubes
20. Holder for crevice nozzle/elbow
21. Holder for floor nozzle
22. Tool sleeve
23. Elbow
24. Vacuum hose
25. Disposal bag
26. Flat-fold filter (PES)
27. Crevice nozzle
28. Rubber lip
29. Brush insert
30. Floor nozzle
31. Vacuum tube
32. Retainer for vacuum-hose holder
33. Snap-fastener
34. Air diffuser
35. Signalling LED
36. Filter cover
37. Level sensors
    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

Noise emission values determined according to EN 60745-2-3.

The vibration level given in these instructions has been measured in accordance with a standardised measuring pro-cedure and may be used to compare power tools. It can also be used for a preliminary estimation of exposure to vibration.
The stated vibration level applies to the main applications of the power tool. However, if the power tool is used for different applications, with different application tools or poorly maintained, the vibration level may differ. This can significantly increase the exposure to vibration over the total working period.
To estimate the exposure to vibration 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 can significantly reduce the exposure to vibration 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 the hands warm, and organising workflows correctly.

Assembly

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

Mounting the Vacuum-hose Holder (see figure A)

• Slide the vacuum-hose holders 4 firmly from above into the retainers 32 intended for this purpose, until they engage.

Mounting the Vacuum Hose (see figure B)

• Mount the vacuum hose 24 onto the hose connection piece 3 and turn it in clockwise direction to the stop.

Note: While vacuuming, an electrostatic charge develops in the vacuum hose and accessories caused by the friction of the dust, which the operator could experience in the form of static discharging (dependent on environmental influences and physical perception). As a general rule, Bosch recommends using an anti-static vacuum hose (accessory) when vacuuming fine dusts and dry materials.
Mounting VAC Accessories (see figure C)
The vacuum hose 24 is equipped with a clip system, with which the VAC accessories (tool sleeve 22, elbow 23) can be connected.
Mounting the Tool Sleeve

• Mount the tool sleeve 22 onto the vacuum hose 24 until both snap-fasteners 33 of the vacuum hose can be heard to engage.
• To disassemble, press both snap-fasteners 33 inward and pull the components apart.

Mounting Nozzles and Tubes

• Mount the elbow 23 onto the vacuum hose 24 until bothb snap-fasteners 33 of the vacuum hose can be heard to engage.
• Afterwards, mount the desired VAC accessory (floor nozzle, crevice nozzle, vacuum tube, etc.) firmly onto the elbow 23.
• To disassemble, press both snap-fasteners 33 inward and pull the components apart.

Inserting/Removing a Disposal Bag or Dust Bag (Dry Vacuuming) (see figures D1 – D2)
For dry vacuuming of materials according to dust category M, a disposal bag 25 or a dust bag must be inserted. When vacuuming materials with or without an exposition limit
value ≥ 1 mg/m3 (according to dust category L), it is possible to vacuum directly into the container.
Note: When using a paper filter bag, the automatic filter cleaning (AFC) (see “Deactivating the AFC”, page 21) must, and when using a fleece filter bag, should be shut off.

warning
The vacuum cleaner contains materials that are hazardous to one’s health. Have the emptying and maintenance, incl. the disposal of dust-collection containers, carried out only by specialists. Appropriate protective equipment is required. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner without the complete filter system. Otherwise there is danger to your own health.
Inserting a Disposal Bag

• Unlock the latches 13 and remove the vacuum lid 12.
• Insert the disposal bag 25 into the container 1 with the filling opening toward the front.
• Pull the filling opening over the connection flange into the recess of the connection flange.
• Make sure that the disposal bag 25 faces completely against the interior sides of the container 1.
• Fold the rest of the disposal bag 25 over the edge of the container 1.
• Reattach the vacuum lid 12 again and lock the latches 13.

Removing and Closing the Disposal Bag

• Unlock the latches 13 and remove the vacuum lid 12.
• Pull the full disposal bag 25 toward the rear off of the connection flange.
• Carefully remove the disposal bag 25 out of the vacuum cleaner without damaging it. When doing this, pay attention that the disposal bag does not get caught or ripped open against the connection flange or other sharp objects.
•  Pull the cover off of the adhesive strip, close the disposalbag and tape it shut. Afterwards, tie off the disposal bag 25 below the filling opening with the pulled off cover of the adhesive strip.

Replacing/Inserting the Dust Bag (Accessory)

• Unlock the latches 13 and remove the vacuum lid 12.
• Pull off the full dust bag from the connection flange toward the rear. Close the opening of the dust bag by folding down the lid. Remove the closed dust bag 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 the container 1 over its full length.
• Reattach the vacuum lid 12 again and lock the latches 13

Inserting the Rubber Lip (Wet Vacuuming) (see figure E)

Note: The requirements for the ingress degree (dust category M) have only been proven for dry vacuuming.

• Carefully pry the brush inserts 29 out of the floor nozzle 30 using a suitable tool.
• Insert the rubber lips 28 into the floor nozzle 30.

Note: The structured side of the rubber lips must face outward.

Attaching an L-Boxx (see figure F)
For transport of the vacuum cleaner and for place-saving storage of VAC accessories and/or power tools, an L-Boxx can be mounted on the vacuum cleaner lid.

• Mount the L-Boxx onto the retainers 11.
• Do not carry the vacuum cleaner by the carrying handle of the mounted L-Boxx. The vacuum cleaner is too heavy for the carrying handle of the L-Boxx. Danger of injury and causing damage.

Operation

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.
• Please inform yourself about the valid regulations/ laws for your country concerning the handling of materials that are hazardous to one’s health.

The vacuum cleaner is suitable for vacuuming and extracting the following materials:

• Dusts with an exposition limit value ≥ 0.1 mg/m3 The vacuum cleaner may generally not be used in rooms where the danger of an explosion exists. To save energy, only switch the vacuum cleaner on when using it. To ensure optimal vacuuming performance, always completely unwind the vacuum hose 24 from the vacuum cleaner lid 12.

Dry Vacuuming
Vacuuming of deposited dusts

• Set the airflow regulator 6 to the hose diameter being used.
• To switch the vacuum cleaner on, set the mode selector switch 7 to the “vacuuming” symbol.
• To switch the vacuum cleaner off, set the mode selector switch 7 to the “Off” symbol. The vacuum cleaner is fitted with airflow monitoring. In the “vacuuming” mode, the airflow monitoring is fixed on a value of 20 m/s, irrespective of the setting of the airflow regulator 6. If the value falls below this, e.g. due to accumulated dirt in the suction hose, a full dust bag or a clogged flat-fold filter, an audible alarm signal will sound.In this case, switch off the vacuum cleaner and check it as stated in the section “Correction of Malfunctions”.

Extraction of dusts resulting from running power tools (see figure G)

• An adequate ventilation rate (L) must be provided for when the outgoing air is circulated. Observe the respective national regulations.

Filter Cleaning

Automatic filter cleaning (see figure H)
In automatic filter cleaning mode (AFC = Automatic Filter Cleaning), the flat-fold filter 26 is cleaned every 15 seconds by means of air blasts (pulsating noise).  The filter cleaning system must be actuated at the latest when the vacuuming performance is no longer sufficient. Regular use of the filter cleaning feature increases the tool life of the filter.   To achieve ideal filter tool life, deactivate the automatic filter cleaning in exceptional cases, e. g., when vacuuming pure liquids or when working with a paper filter bag. A flat-fold filter contaminated only on the surface is fully functional. Manual cleaning of the flat-fold filter by striking/tapping against it or blowing it out is not necessary, and can even damage the filter.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning

• Remove the battery from the power tool before carrying out work on the power tool (e.g. maintenance, changing tool, etc.). The battery should also be re-moved for transport and storage. There is risk of injury from unintentionally pressing the on/off switch.
• To ensure safe and efficient operation, always keep the power tool and the ventilation slots clean. Store and handle the accessories carefully.

Removing/Replacing the Flat-fold Filter (see figures I1 – I2)
Replace a damaged flat-fold filter 26 immediately.

• Pull the locking latch 18 and open the filter cover 36.
• Grasp the flat-fold filter 26 by the fins, pull up and remove.
• When taking out the flat-fold filter 26, remove any accumulating dust and debris from the closing edge of the filter cover 36 using a moist cloth. PES and PTFE flat-fold filters can be flushed out under running water.
• Insert a new or the cleaned flat-fold filter 26; observe proper and tight seating.
• Shut the filter cover 36 again (must be heard to engage).

Container
Wipe out the container 1 from time to time with a commercially
available, non-scouring cleaning agent and allow to dry.
Level Sensors (see figure J)
Clean the level sensors 37 occasionally.

• Unlock the latches 13 and remove the vacuum lid 12.
• Clean the level sensors 37 with a soft cloth.
• Reattach the vacuum lid 12 again and lock the latches 13.

Storage and Transport (see figure K)

• Wind the mains cable around the cable holder 17.
• Insert the accessories into the holders provided: Vacuum tubes 31 in holders 19, crevice nozzle 27 in holder 20, floor nozzle 30 in holder 21.
• Undue the elastic tie-downs of the vacuum-hose holders 4 and place the vacuum hose 24 around the vacuum cleaner lid into the holders 4. Reattach the elastic tie-downs.
• Mount the L-Boxx onto the retainers 11.
• To prevent back injuries, remove a full disposal bag or dust bag, or drain vacuumed-up fluids before transporting the vacuum cleaner. Carry the vacuum cleaner only by the carrying handle 10.
• For transport of the vacuum cleaner, screw the plug cap 2 onto the hose connection piece 3.
• Store the vacuum cleaner in a dry room and secure it against unauthorised use.
• To lock the castors 16, actuate the castor brakes 15 by pushing down.

Correction of Malfunctions

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.

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