Bosch GAL 12V-40 Professional Original Instructions Manual page 7

tions or a lack of experience or
knowledge. This charger can be
used by children aged 8 or older
and by persons who have physical,
sensory or mental limitations or a
lack of experience or knowledge if
a person responsible for their
safety supervises them or has in-
structed them in the safe opera-
tion of the charger and they under-
stand the associated dangers. Oth-
erwise, there is a risk of operating er-
rors and injuries.
Supervise children during use,
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cleaning and maintenance. This will
ensure that children do not play with
the charger.
Charge only Bosch lithium-ion bat-
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teries with a capacity of 2,0 Ah or
more ( 3 battery cells or more).
The battery voltage must match
the battery charging voltage of the
charger. Do not charge any non-re-
chargeable batteries. Otherwise
there is a risk of fire and explosion.
Do not expose the charger to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
Keep the charger clean. Dirt poses a risk of electric
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shock.
Always check the charger, cable and plug before use.
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Stop using the charger if you discover any damage. Do
not open the charger yourself, and have it repaired
only by a qualified specialist using only original re-
placement parts. Damaged chargers, cables and plugs
increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not operate the charger on an easily ignited sur-
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face (e.g. paper, textiles, etc.) or in a flammable envir-
onment. There is a risk of fire due to the charger heating
up during operation.
In case of damage and improper use of the battery, va-
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pours may also be emitted. Ensure the area is well-vent-
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ilated and seek medical attention should you experience
any adverse effects. The vapours may irritate the respirat-
ory system.
Do not cover the ventilation slots of the charger. Oth-
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erwise, the charger may overheat and no long function
properly.
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 au-
thorised 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
socket elsewhere.
Product description and
specifications
Product features
The numbering of the components shown refers to the dia-
gram of the charger on the graphics page.
(1) Battery A)
(2) Charging slot
(3) Red battery charge level indicator
(4) Green battery charge level indicator
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
Charger
Article number
Battery charging voltage
(automatic voltage detec-
tion)
Charge current
Permitted charging temper-
ature range
Charge time at battery capa-
city, approx.
– 2.0 Ah
– 3.0 Ah
– 4.0 Ah
– 6.0 Ah
Number of battery cells
Weight according to
EPTA-Procedure 01:2014
Protection class
English | 7
GAL 12V-40
2 607 226 2..
V 10.8 – 12
A 4.0
0–45
° C
(80%) / 100%
min (24) / 35
min (36) / 50
min (48) / 65
min (72) / 95
3 – 6
kg 0.45
/ II
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