Bosch Professional GAL 18V-40 Original Instructions Manual page 8

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Product description and
specifications
Intended use
The battery charger is intended for charging rechargeable
Bosch Li-Ion batteries or those of the AMPShare partners.
Product Features
(1) Charging bay
(2) Red temperature monitoring/error indicator
(3) Green battery charge indicator
(4) Wall mount
Technical Data
Battery Charger
Protection class
A)
Charging current
Battery charging voltage (automatic
voltage detection)
A) Depends on temperature and rechargeable battery type
Values can vary depending on the product, scope of application and en-
vironmental conditions. To find out more, visit
www.bosch-professional.com/wac.
Charging process
Pay attention to the mains voltage. The voltage of the
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power source must match the voltage specified on the rating
plate of the charger.
The charging process begins as soon as the mains plug for the
charger is inserted into the mains socket and the battery is in-
serted into the charging bay (1).
The charging process is only possible when the temper-
ature of the battery is within the permitted charging tem-
perature range (0–45 °C).
For more information, you can access the online
operating instructions at
www.bosch-pt.com/manuals
Wall mounting
Pull the plug out of the socket before carrying out any work
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on the charger.
The charger can be used either free-standing (for use on a
desktop) or mounted on the wall.
When affixing to the wall: Drill 2 holes, leaving a clearance of
72 mm. To secure it, use round-head screws with a diameter of
5 mm to max. 6.5 mm.
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Troubleshooting
Battery is not being charged
Battery is not being charged and the red temperature
monitoring/error indicator (2) is flashing red.
Cause: The charger has identified an internal error.
Corrective measure: Ensure that all batteries are fully inser-
ted. Remove the mains plug and reinsert. If the error occurs
again, have the charger checked by an authorised after-sales
service centre for Bosch power tools.
Indicators do not light up
None of the indicators are lighting up, battery will not be
charged.
Cause: Plug socket, mains cable or battery charger defective
Corrective measure: Check the mains voltage. If necessary,
GAL 18V-40
have the charger checked by an authorised after-sales service
centre.
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Maintenance and Service
10.8–18 V
Maintenance and Cleaning
In order to avoid safety hazards, if the power supply cord needs
to be replaced, this must be done by Bosch or by an after-sales
service centre that is authorised to repair Bosch power tools.
After-Sales Service and Application Service
Our after-sales service responds to your questions concerning
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 in-
clude 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: boschservicecentre@bosch.com
You can find further service addresses at:
www.bosch-pt.com/serviceaddresses
Disposal
Chargers, accessories and packaging should be recycled in an
environmentally friendly manner.
Bosch Power Tools