Electrical Safety - Bosch ARM 32 Original Instructions Manual

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 Only use or replace power supply ca-
bles for this unit which correspond to
the types indicated by the manufac-
turer. See the operating instructions
for the order no. and types.
 Never touch the mains plug with wet
hands.
 Do not run over, crush or pull the
power supply cord or extension cord,
otherwise it may be damaged. Pro-
tect the cable from heat, oil and sharp
edges.
 The extension lead must have a cross
section in accordance with the oper-
ating instructions and be protected
against splashed water. The connec-
tion must not be in water.
 Always wear gardening gloves when
handling or working near the sharp
blades.

Electrical Safety

 Warning! Switch off, remove plug
from mains before adjusting,
cleaning or if cable is cut, damaged
or entangled.

The blades continue to rotate for a
few seconds after the machine is
switched off.
 Caution – do not touch the rotating
blade.
Your machine is double insulated for
safety and requires no earth connec-
tion. The operating voltage is 230 V AC,
50 Hz (for non-EU countries 220 V,
240 V as applicable). Only use ap-
proved extension cables. Contact your
Bosch Service Centre for details.
F 016 L81 403 | (13.1.16)
Extension cords/leads should only be
used if they comply with H05VV-F,
H05RN-F types or IEC type design
(60227 IEC 53, 60245 IEC 57).
If you want to use an extension cable
when operating your product, only the
following cable dimensions should be
used:
2
– 1.0 mm : max. length 40 m
2
– 1.5 mm : max. length 60 m
2
– 2.5 mm : max. length 100 m
Note: If an extension cable is used it
must be earthed and connected
through the plug to the earth cable of
your supply network in accordance
with prescribed safety regulations.
If in doubt contact a qualified electri-
cian or the nearest Bosch Service Cen-
tre.

WARNING! Inadequate extension
cables can be dangerous. Exten-
sion cable, plug and socket must be
of watertight construction and in-
tended for outdoor use.
Cable connections should be kept dry
and off the ground.
It is recommended for increased elec-
trical safety to use a Residual Current
Device (RCD) with a tripping current of
not more than 30 mA. Always check
your RCD every time you use it.
The connection lead must be inspected
for signs of damage at regular intervals
and may only be used if in perfect con-
dition.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by a Bosch Service Centre.
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