Bosch BOGP18G 18V-2000 Garden Pump Instruction Manual

GardenPump18V-200

Instruction Manua

Safety Notes

▶ WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the safety warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury

Explanation of symbols on the machine

General hazard safety alert.
Read the instruction manual.
Do not use the charger if the cord is damaged.
Only use the battery charger indoors.
The battery charger contains a safety transformer

Never direct the water jet against the face of people and animals, the machine itself, or electric components.

Operation

▶ The operator must use the product in accordance with the regulations. The local conditions must be taken into account. When working, pay attention to other people, especially to children.
▶ Never allow children, persons with physical, sensory, or mental limitations or a lack of experience and/or knowledge, and/or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the product. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
▶ Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
▶ Do not use solvent-containing liquids, undiluted acids, acetone, or solvents, including petrol, paint thinners, or heating oil. The sprayed vapors are highly flammable, explosive, and toxic.
▶Materials containing asbestos and other materials which contain substances that are hazardous to your health must not be sprayed.
▶ Never use the product with salt water.
▶ The pump must not be used in places where people are in the water.
▶ Do not use the product if the water temperature exceeds 35°C.
▶ Leaking lubricants can cause slight contamination of the water.
▶ When watering the garden, observe proper footing, especially on uneven or wet surfaces.
▶ Make sure that the water tank is always closed with a lid or the like, to ensure that no children or animals can fall into it.
▶ Do not insert anything into the pump impeller whilst in operation.

Application

▶ Before use, check that the machine and operating equipment are in perfect condition and are safe to operate. Do not use it if it is not in perfect condition.
▶ Do not modify the machine. Unauthorized modifications can impair the safety of your machine, and lead to increased noise and vibrations, and poor performance.
▶ Always fasten the control unit firmly to a wall or water tank attachment. Take care if drilling holes.
▶ Do not submerge the control unit in water.
▶ The pump only operates when the cover of the control unit is closed and the locking handle is firmly in the bottom position.
▶ Position the control unit in a shady spot. For safety reasons, the control unit is equipped with a thermal circuit. When the control unit gets too hot, it switches off.
▶ Do not misuse the connection cable to carry, suspend or unplug the pump. Protect the connection cable against heat, oil, and sharp edges.
▶ Some nozzle settings may cause objects to rebound. Wear suitable personnel protective equipment such as safety goggles.
▶ Never use the product without the filter or with a dirty or damaged filter.
▶ Do not use the anti-siphon connector elsewhere e.g. on a mains water supply with higher water pressure.
▶ Always keep the control unit cover closed.
Recommendations for Optimal Handling of the Battery Pack
▶ Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuiting.

Protect the battery against heat (e.g., against continuous intense sunlight), fire, water, and moisture. There is a risk of explosion.
▶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 can occur and the battery can burn, smoke, explode or overheat.
▶ Do not short-circuit the battery. There is a risk of explosion.
▶ Occasionally clean the venting slots of the battery using a soft, clean, and dry brush.
▶ Charge the machine only with the supplied battery charger.
▶ Keep any unfitted battery away from 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.
▶ In case of damage and improper use of the battery pack, vapors may be emitted. Ventilate the area and seek medical help in case of complaints. The vapors can 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 the eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. Storage
▶ If there is a risk of frost in autumn and winter, remove the pump from the water tank.
▶ Always drain any water from the pump before storage.
▶ Store the pump and control unit in a frost-free environment.
▶ Always remove the battery from the appliance when stored indoors.
Maintenance, Accessories, Spare Parts
▶ Always remove the battery before undertaking maintenance.
▶ Accessories and spare parts that have been approved by Bosch must be used. Original accessories and spare parts guarantee that the machine can be operated safely and without any breakdowns.
▶ Repairs may only be carried out by authorized Bosch Service Centres.

Symbols

The following symbols are important for reading and understanding the original instructions. Please take note of the symbols and their meaning. The correct interpretation of the symbols will help you to use the product in a better and safer manner.

Intended Use

The product is intended for domestic use by pumping rainwater from a water tank to irrigate flower beds, lawns, and vegetable beds. The product can also be used for minor cleaning tasks.
Do not use the product in a swimming pool or above 2000 m above sea level.

Product Features (see figure A)

The numbering of the product features refers to the illustration of the product on the graphics pages.

1. On/Off switch
2. Battery charge-control indicator
3. Malfunction Indicator
4. LED for the timer function
5. Timer function
6. Battery Control Unit
7. Locking Handle
8. Water Tank Attachment
9. Securing screw
10. Wall Attachment
11. Hose Guide
12. Anti-Siphoning Connector
13. Connecting Hose
14. Universal Connector
15. Hose Clamp
16. Cable Clamp
17. Filter
18. Rainwater Pump
19. Hose Connection
20. Connecting Cable
21. Plug
22. Battery
23. Battery Charger a)
24. Cap
25. Ball-bearing
    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

A) Depends on battery in use
B) Limited performance at temperatures < 0 °C
The pump should only be used with the GardenPump 18, battery control unit.
The specifications apply to a rated voltage [U] of 230 V. These specifications may vary at different voltages and in country-specific models.

Assembly

Fastening the Wall Attachment/Water Tank Attachment (see figure B)
Fasten the wall attachment (10) next to the water tank. Note that the distance to the water tank is limited due to the connecting cable length.
The distance to the water tank plus the water tank height may not be larger than the length of the connecting cable. When mounting the wall attachment to the wall, use the guide holes to mark the position of the screws. If wall mounting is not possible, the provided water tank attachment (8) can be attached directly to the rim of the water tank. NOTE: The battery control unit is switched off via a thermal switch at increased temperature. The attachment for the battery control unit should therefore be mounted in a
shaded position.
Inserting/Removing the Battery Control Unit (see figure C)
In the case of the wall, the attachment takes out the securing screw (9) from the attachment, attaches the battery control unit (6) from above into the wall attachment, and secures it at the bottom with the clip and securing screw (9).
In the case of water tank attachment just clip the battery control unit on the attachment.
Determining the required length of cable and connecting hose (see figure D)
Note: The pump needs to be positioned 50 mm above the base of the tank, clear of any sediment that might damage the pump.

Measure the height H and the diameter D of the water tank as well as the distance E from the rim of the tank to the battery control box.
The length L1 of the cable calculates as follows: H + D + E – 250 mm The length L2 of the connecting hose calculates as follows: H – 130 mm

Wrapping the cable and cutting the connecting hose (see figure E)
Wrap the excess cable around the pump (18) and secure using the provided cable clamp (16). Release the anti-siphon connector (12) with a hose attached from the clamp on the hose guide (11). Cut the connecting hose to length L2 and re-attach the antisiphon connector (12) to the remaining connecting hose. Return the anti-siphon connector (12) with the hose into the clamp on the hose guide (11). You can leave the connecting hose uncut and let the hose protrude. Please note that for the anti-siphon connector to function the anti-siphon connector needs to be placed in its original position in the hose guide.

Connecting the hose and cable (see figure F)
Take the 2-pin plug connector (21) on the power cable and align it with the junction point on the battery control unit and insert it until it is firmly seated. Screw the union nut onto the cable connection to secure the plug and prevent water from entering. Attach the universal connector (14) on the connecting hose (13) to the hose connection (19) on the pump.
Placing the pump into the tank and connecting a garden hose (see figure G)
With the connecting hose attached lower the pump into the tank.
To aid submersion the pump is fitted with a small vent that allows air to escape when the pump is placed into water. A valve closes the vent when the pump is operating which accounts for the noise users may notice if the pump is shaken. Place the hose guide on the rim of the water tank and ensure that the pump is in the correct position. If necessary adjustments accordingly.
Attach a garden hose with a standard hose coupling to the anti-siphon connector (12).
Note: Do not use a hose coupling with auto stop as this may reduce the flow.
Using closed Rainwater Tanks
The pump can also be used with closed water tanks. Depending on the version, use the access points for the cable and hose at the top of the tank. In some cases, the openings must be cut out. Make sure there are no sharp edges/burrs.

Inserting the Battery (see figure H)
To open the control unit (6), pivot the locking handle (7) upward and pull the control unit cover down. Insert the battery (22) from above into the control unit until it engages. Close the cover and pivot the locking handle downward. The pump can only be started if the control unit is locked with the locking handle.
Finished assembly (see figure I)
Make sure that the water tank is always closed with a lid or the like, to ensure that no children or animals can fall into it.

Operation

If no more water can be pumped, a dry-run protection feature switches off the pump automatically.
Switching On and Off (see figure J)
To switch on the pump, press the On/Off switch (1). The battery charge indicator lights up.
The battery charge-control indicator(2) indicates the charge condition of the battery:

Note: An illuminated warning triangle indicates a malfunction in the device, see section “Troubleshooting – Causes and Corrective Measures”.
To switch off the pump, press the On/Off switch (1) again.
Timer function (see figure K)
To activate the time function, press the time function button (5) when the pump is switched on.
After pressing once, the running time is 5 min. With each further press, the running time of the pump increases by 5 min, up to 15 min.
The selected running time is indicated by the corresponding LED (4).
After the preset time has elapsed, the pump switches off automatically.
To switch off the time function, press the time function button (5) until the indication (4) goes out.
Removing the Battery (see figure L)
To open the control unit (6), pivot the locking handle (7) upward and fold the control unit cover down. Press the release button and pull the battery (22) upwards out of the control unit. Do not use force to do this.
Close the cover to prevent moisture from entering.

Cleaning the Filter (see figure M)
The pump (18) is equipped with a filter (17) to prevent damage from contamination. Inspect and clean the filter regularly.
Pull off the filter downward. Clean the filter under running water and then attach the filter to the pump again.

Cleaning the Anti-Siphon Connector (see
figure O)
If the anti-siphon connector (12) is blocked, remove the cap (24) and the ball (25). Clean the anti-siphon connector (12) under running water. Replace the ball (25) and fit the cap (24).

Troubleshooting – Causes and Corrective Measures

Rainwater Pump

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance,
Cleaning and Storage Maintenance Note: To ensure long and reliable service, carry out the following maintenance regularly.
▶ Repairs may only be carried out by authorized Bosch Service Centres.
Check that covers and guards are undamaged and correctly fitted. Carry out necessary maintenance or repairs before using.
Regularly check for obvious defects such as loose fixings, and worn or damaged components.
Storage in Winter (see figure N)
Switch off the pump and remove the battery from the battery control unit. Pull the pump with the connecting hose out of the tank. Disconnect the connecting cable and the connecting hose.
Drain water from the pump.
Clean the exterior of the pump using a soft brush and a cloth. Do not use solvents or polishes. Remove all dirt/debris, in particular clean the filter.
Wrap the cable around the pump and secure it to the cable clamps. Remove the battery control unit from the wall/water tank attachment.
Store in a frost-free area.
Ensure that the cable is not pinched/wedged when storing. Do not bend/kink the connection hose.
Battery Maintenance
Use the following procedures to enable optimum usage of the battery:

• Protect the battery against moisture and water.
• Store the machine and battery only within a temperature range between –20 °C and 50 °C. As an example, do not leave the battery in the car in summer.
• It is recommended that the battery is not stored within the product but stored separately.
• Do not leave the battery in the product in direct sunlight.
• The ideal storage condition for the battery is 5 °C.
• Occasionally clean the venting slots of the battery using a soft, clean, and dry brush. A significantly reduced working period after charging indicates that the battery is used and must 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:
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
The product, batteries, accessories, and packaging should be sorted for environmental-friendly recycling.
Do not dispose of the product and batteries/rechargeable batteries into household waste!

Only for EU countries:

According to the European Guideline 2012/19/EU, products that are no longer usable, and 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.
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), power tools that are no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner.
Battery packs/batteries:
Li-ion:

Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH
70538 Stuttgart
GERMANY
www.bosch-pt.com
F 016 L94 292 (2021.07) O / 256