Bosch Professional GAS 18V-12 MC Original Instructions Manual page 20

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NOTE: Clean the floater cage regularly by wiping off
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external dirt with a damp cloth. Clean the float by
lightly shaking the dust extractor. If significant contam-
ination is present which is not removed by this method,
contact the Bosch Professional repair service. Do not re-
move the floater cage, as otherwise coarser contaminants
can enter the turbine and damage the dust extractor.
Ensure that the workplace is well ventilated.
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Before using the equipment for the first time, check
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that the vacuum hose is in perfect condition. Leave
the vacuum hose fitted to the vacuum cleaner while
doing this so that no dust escapes accidentally. Other-
wise, you may end up inhaling dust particles.
The vacuum cleaner should be repaired exclusively by
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a qualified professional using only genuine spare
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the vacuum
cleaner is maintained.
If the dust extractor is being used in areas containing
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hazardous substances, then vacuum, wipe or seal the
outside of the dust extractor before taking it out of
the hazardous area. All parts of the dust extractor are
deemed contaminated and you must ensure appropriate
measures are taken to prevent the hazardous substances
from spreading.
The dust extractor contains dust
WARNING
particles that pose a risk to health.
Emptying and maintenance procedures, including the
disposal of dust containers, should only be carried out by
professionals. Suitable protective equipment is re-
quired. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner unless the
complete filter system is correctly inserted. Otherwise,
you are putting your health at risk.
Do not clean the vacuum cleaner by spraying a jet of
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water directly at it. Water entering the top of the va-
cuum cleaner will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuit-
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ing.
In case of damage and improper use of the battery, va-
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pours may be emitted. The battery can set alight or ex-
plode. 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, flam-
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mable liquid may be ejected from the battery. Contact
with this liquid should be avoided. If contact accident-
ally 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 ir-
ritation or burns.
The battery can be damaged by pointed objects such
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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 pa-
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per clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small
metal objects that could make a connection from one
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terminal to another. A short circuit between the battery
terminals may cause burns or a fire.
Only use the battery in the manufacturer's products.
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This is the only way in which you can protect the battery
against dangerous overload.
Only charge the batteries using chargers recommen-
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ded by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery may pose a fire risk when used with a
different battery.
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.
If you notice a dust leak, switch off the dust extractor
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and empty the container. Failure to do so can damage
the dust extractor.
Do not sit on the vacuum cleaner. You can damage the
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vacuum cleaner this way.
Do not work with the dust extractor if you are carrying
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it by the strap. You could get caught in the carrying strap
and fall while vacuuming.
Use the carrying strap only in conjunction with the
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dust extractor.
Children must not be allowed to clean or perform
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maintenance on the dust extractor without supervi-
sion.
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Symbols
The following symbols may provide you with important in-
formation pertaining to the use of your dust extractor. Please
take note of these symbols and their meaning. Knowing what
these symbols mean will help you to use your extractor more
effectively and more safely.
Symbols and their meaning
WARNING! Read all the safety and gen-
eral instructions. Failure to observe the
safety and general instructions may res-
ult in electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury.
Dust extractor from dust class M in ac-
cordance with IEC/EN 60335-2-69 for
the dry extraction of harmful dusts with
an exposure limit of ≥ 0.1 mg/m³
WARNING! The dust extractor contains
dust particles that pose a risk to
health. Emptying and maintenance
procedures, including the disposal of
dust containers, should only be carried
out by professionals. Suitable protect-
ive equipment is required. Do not oper-
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