Power Supply; Electrical Safety; Maintenance - Bosch ALS 2500 User Manual

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 Do not modify this product. Unauthorized modifications
may impair the safety of your product and may result in in-
creased noise and vibration.
 Always direct the cable to the rear away from the appli-
ance.
 Wear safety goggles.
Remove the plug from the socket:
– before checking, clearing a blockage or working on the leaf
blower/garden vacuum.
– after striking a foreign object, inspect the leaf blower/gar-
den vacuum for damage and make repairs as necessary.
– if the leaf blower/garden vacuum starts to vibrate abnor-
mally check immediately.
– whenever you leave the machine,
 If a cord becomes damaged during use, disconnect the
supply cord from the mains immediately. DO NOT
TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE SUP-
PLY.

Power supply

 The voltage indicated on the rating plate must correspond
to the voltage of the power source.
 We recommend that this equipment is only connected into
a socket which is protected by a circuit-breaker that would
be actuated by a 30 mA residual current.
 Only use or replace power supply cables for this unit which
correspond to the types indicated by the manufacturer.
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 cable or ex-
tension lead, otherwise it may be damaged. Protect the ca-
ble from heat, oil and sharp edges.
 The extension lead must have a cross section in accord-
ance with the operating instructions and be protected
against splashed water. The connection must not be in wa-
ter.

Electrical Safety

 Motor Protector fitted! Motor fitted with safety over-
load protection. If motor stops working, allow a few
minutes to cool, before restarting.
 Warning! Switch off, remove plug from mains before
adjusting, cleaning or if cable is cut, damaged or entan-
gled.
Your machine is double insulated for safety and requires no
earth connection. The operating voltage is 230 V AC, 50 Hz
(for non-EU countries 220 V, 240 V as applicable). Only use
approved extension cables. Contact your Bosch Service Cen-
tre for details.
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).
Bosch Power Tools
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 con-
nected through the plug to the earth cable of your supply net-
work in accordance with prescribed safety regulations.
If in doubt contact a qualified electrician or the nearest Bosch
Service Centre.
 WARNING! Inadequate extension cables can be dan-
gerous. Extension cable, plug and socket must be of
watertight construction and intended for outdoor use.
It is recommended for increased electrical safety to use a Re-
sidual Current Device (RCD) with a tripping current of not
more than 30 mA. Always check your RCD every time you use
it.
For products not sold in GB:
WARNING: For your safety, it is required that the plug at-
tached to the machine is connected with the extension cord.
The coupling of the extension cord must be protected against
splash water, be made of rubber or coated with rubber. The
extension cord must be used with a cable strain relief.
The connection lead must be inspected for signs of damage at
regular intervals and may only be used if in perfect condition.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Bosch
Service Centre.
Products sold in GB only: Your product is fitted with an
BS 1363/A approved electric plug with internal fuse (ASTA
approved to BS 1362).
If the plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be
cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place by an author-
ised customer service agent. The replacement plug should
have the same fuse rating as the original plug.
The severed plug must be disposed of to avoid a possible
shock hazard and should never be inserted into a mains sock-
et elsewhere.
Products sold in AUS and NZ only: Use a residual current de-
vice (RCD) with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less.

Maintenance

 Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure that the leaf
blower/garden vacuum is always in a safe working condi-
tion.
 The leaf blower/garden vacuum should be stored in a dry,
high or locked up place out of the reach of children.
 Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
 Check the collection bag frequently for wear or deteriora-
tion.
 Do not attempt to repair the machine unless you are quali-
fied to do so.
 Ensure replacement parts fitted are Bosch approved.
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