Bosch ALS 2500 Instruction manual
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Robert Bosch GmbH
Power Tools Division
70764 Leinfelden-Echterdingen
GERMANY
www.bosch-garden.com
ALS 2500
F 016 L70 941 (2014.08) O / 20 XXX
en Original instructions
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Safety Notes
Warning! Read these instructions
carefully, be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine. Please keep the instructions
safe for later use!
Explanation of symbols on the machine
General hazard safety alert.
Read instruction manual.
Pay attention that bystanders
are not injured through foreign
objects thrown from the machine.
Warning: Keep a safe distance
from the machine when operating.
Rotating fan. Keep hands and
feet out of the openings while
the machine is running.
Keep hands and feet out of the
openings while the machine is
running.
Pay attention that bystanders
are not injured through foreign
objects thrown from the machine. Keep bystanders a safe
distance away from the machine.
Wear eye and ear protection.
Do not work in the rain or leave
the leaf blower/garden vacuum
outdoors whilst raining.
Switch off and remove plug
from mains before adjusting,
cleaning, maintenance or if the
cable is entangled or if the cable
is cut or damaged and before
leaving the leaf blower/garden
vacuum unattended for any period.
Wait until all machine components have completely stopped
before touching them. The
blades continue to rotate after
the machine is switched off, a
rotating blade can cause injury.
Operation
Never allow children or people unfa-
miliar with these instructions to use
the machine. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
When not in use store the machine
out of reach of children.
This machine is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the machine
by a person responsible for their
safety.
Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
machine.
Never operate the machine while
people, especially children or pets,
are nearby.
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The operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
Other persons and animals should re-
main at a distance of 3 metres or
more when the machine is being
used. The operator is responsible for
third persons in the working area.
Use the machine only in daylight or
good artificial light.
Never operate the product when
you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
Avoid operating the machine in bad
weather conditions especially when
there is a risk of lightning.
Always wear substantial clothing on
the upper body and limbs when operating this tool.
Do not operate the machine when
barefoot or wearing open sandals,
always wear substantial footwear
and long trousers.
Failure to keep loose clothing from
being drawn into air intake could result in personal injury.
Do not operate without tubes in
place.
Failure to keep long hair away from
the air inlet could result in personal
injury.
Thoroughly inspect the area where
the machine is to be used and remove all wires and other foreign objects.
Check cable for damage before
starting work and replace if necessary. Keep cable away from heat, oil
and sharp edges.
Always direct the cable to the rear
away from the appliance.
Use the machine only in the correct
orientation for its configuration.
This machine is not designed for use
inverted during vacuum mode.
Never operate the leaf blower/gar-
den vacuum with defective guards
or shields, or without safety devices, for example collection bag in
place.
Always ensure all handles and
guards supplied are fitted when using the leaf blower/garden vacuum.
Never attempt to use an incomplete
leaf blower/garden vacuum or one
with an unauthorised modification.
While operating the leaf blower/gar-
den vacuum always be sure of a safe
and secure operating position at all
times.
Always be aware of your surround-
ings and stay alert for possible hazards that you may not hear whilst
operating the leaf blower/garden
vacuum.
Do not over reach and keep your bal-
ance at all times.
Always be sure of your footing on
slopes.
Walk, never run.
Keep all cooling air inlets clear of de-
bris.
Never blow debris in the direction of
bystanders.
Do not carry the machine by the ca-
ble.
The wearing of a face mask is recom-
mended.
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Wear safety goggles.
Do not modify this product. Unau-
thorized modifications may impair
the safety of your product and may
result in increased noise and vibration.
Remove the plug from the socket:
– Whenever you leave the machine.
– Before checking, clearing a blockage
or working on the leaf blower/garden
vacuum.
– After striking a foreign object, inspect
the leaf blower/garden vacuum for
damage and make repairs as necessary.
– If the leaf blower/garden vacuum
starts to vibrate abnormally check immediately.
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 circuitbreaker 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 extension
lead, otherwise it may be damaged.
Protect the cable from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
The extension lead must have a
cross section in accordance with the
operating instructions and be protected against splashed water. The
connection must not be in water.
Electrical Safety
Motor Protector fitted! Motor fit-
ted with safety overload 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 entangled.
If a cord becomes damaged dur-
ing use, disconnect the supply
cord from the mains immediately.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.
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 Centre 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).
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If you want to use an extension cable
when operating your product, only the
following cable dimensions should be
used:
– 1.0 mm2: max. length 40 m
– 1.5 mm2: 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 electrician or the nearest Bosch Service Centre.
WARNING! Inadequate extension
cables can be dangerous. Exten-
Products sold in GB only: Your prod-
uct is fitted with a 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
authorised 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.
Products sold in AUS and NZ only:
Use a residual current device (RCD)
with a rated residual current of 30 mA
or less.
sion cable, plug and socket must
be of watertight construction and
intended for outdoor use.
It is recommended for increased electrical 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 condition.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by a Bosch Service Centre.
For products not sold in GB:
WARNING: For your safety, it is required that the plug attached to the machine is connected with the extension
cord. The coupling of the extension
cord must be protected against splash
Maintenance
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight
to ensure that the leaf blower/garden vacuum is always in a safe working condition.
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 deterioration.
Do not attempt to repair the ma-
chine unless you are qualified to do
so.
Ensure replacement parts fitted are
Bosch approved.
water, be made of rubber or coated
with rubber. The extension cord must
be used with a cable strain relief.
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Symbols
The following symbols are important for reading and understanding the operating instructions. Please take note of the
symbols and their meaning. The correct interpretation of the
symbols will help you to use the garden product in a better
and safer manner.
Symbol Meaning
Blow Mode
Vacuum Mode
Movement direction
Reaction direction
Switching On
Switching Off
Permitted action
Prohibited action
Wear protective gloves.
Technical Data
Leaf blower/ Garden Vacuum Cleaner ALS 2500
Article number
Rated power input
Air speed
Volume flow rate, max.
Reduction ratio
Collection bag volume
Weight (blow mode)
Weight (vacuum mode)
Protection class
Serial number
The values given are valid for a nominal voltage [U] of 230 V. For different voltages and models for specific countries, these values can vary.
Please observe the article number on the type plate of your garden
product. The trade names of the individual garden pro ducts may vary.
3 600 HA1 071
W 2500
km/h 280 – 300
m3/h 800
l45
kg 3.2
kg 4.4
see type plate on the gar-
den product
Noise/Vibration Information
Sound emission values determined according to
EN 50636-2-100.
Typically the A-weighted noise levels of the product are:
Sound pressure level 82 dB(A); sound power level
102 dB(A). Uncertainty K =3 dB.
Wear hearing protection!
Vibration total values a
determined according to EN 60335:
<2.5m/s2, K =1.5 m/s2.
a
h
(triax vector sum) and uncertainty K
h
10:1
/II
Only operate with assembled tube.
Intended Use
This product is intended for blowing and collecting leaves and
garden waste such as grass clippings in the area around the
garden and house.
This product is not intended for use as a shredder.
It can be dangerous to operate any power tool in a manner
other than as specifically intended. Misuse can result in personal injury.
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Declaration of Conformity
We declare under our sole responsibility that the product described under “Technical Data” is in conformity with all relevant provisions of the directives 2011/65/EU, 2014/30/EU,
2006/42/EC, 2000/14/EC including their amendments and
complies with the following standards: EN 60335-1,
EN 50636-2-100.
2000/14/EC: Guaranteed sound power level 105 dB (A).
Conformity assessment procedure according to Annex V.
Equipment category: 34, 3 5
Technical file (2006/42/EC, 2000/14/EC) at:
Bosch Lawn and Garden Ltd., PT-LG/ENS23,
Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1EY, England
Henk Becker
Executive Vice President
Engineering
Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division
70764 Leinfelden-Echterdingen, GERMANY
09.07.2014
Helmut Heinzelmann
Head of Product Certification
PT/ETM9
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