Bosch GAS18V-3 Operating/Safety Instructions

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GAS18V-3

Operating/Safety Instructions Consignes d’utilisation/de sécurité Instrucciones de funcionamiento y seguridad

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Safety Symbols

The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the

manual and pay attention to these symbols.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury.

Read and understand all instructions before using this appliance.

Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric

shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Work Area

Keep your work area clean and well lit.

Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.

Do not operate vacuum clean ers in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Appliances create sparks and static

discharge, which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating the vacuum cleaner. Do not allow to be used as a toy.

Close attention is necessary when used

by or near children.

Electrical Safety

This vacuum cleaner intended for use

indoor / outdoor and for dry or wet pickup.

Avoid body contact w i t h grounded surfaces such as pi p e s , ra d i a t o r s , ranges and refrigerators. There is an

increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded. Electrician’s rubber gloves and footwear will further enhance your personal safety.

Don’t expose vacuum cleaner to rain or we t con ditions. Store indoor s. This

vacuum cleaner can be used for picking

up non-flammable liquids but it is not intended to be immersed or submerged in a fluid. Electric shock may occur.

Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands. Electric shock may occur.

Personal Safety and

Vacuum Cleaner Use

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a vacuum cleaner. Do not use vacuum

cleaner while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating vacuum cleaner may result in serious personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance bo t h for you an d the vacuum cleaner at all times. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Proper

footing and b a lance e n a b l e s better control of the vacuum cleaner in unexpected situations.

Do not vacuum burning, smoking or smoldering things like cigarettes, matches or hot ashes. Fire inside the

vacuum cleaner canister may occur.

Do not use to vacuum flammable liquids, alcohol, gases, or explosive dusts, like

Important Safety Rules

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gasoline or other fuels, lighter fluid, varnish, polyurethane coatings, cleaners, oil-based paints, natural gas, hydrogen, coal dust, magnesium dust, grain dust, or gun powder. Electric motors create sparks

which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry,

or long hair can be caught in moving parts, hose, and suction nozzles. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

Do not hold the hose against any body parts during operation. Static electricity

build-up in the hose during operation may result in static shock.

Use safety equipment. Always wear eye and

hearing protection. Dust mask, non-skid

safety shoes, hard hat , or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after

handling. If appliance is not working as it should,

has b e e n dr o p p e d , damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.

Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.

Use only attachments that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Attachments that may be

suitable for one vacuum cleaner may become hazardous when u s e d o n another vacuum cleaner.

Battery tool use and care

Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is

suitable for one type of battery pack may create a r i s k of fire when used with a

nother battery pack.

Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any

other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other sm all metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another.

Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.

Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid

ejected from the ba t t e r y may cause irritation or burns.

Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged o r mo d i f i e d . D a m a g e d or

modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, EXPLOSION or risk of injury.

Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure

to fire or temperature above 265 °F (130 °C) may cause explosion.

Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the b a t t e r y pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly

or at temperatures outside the specified range m a y damage the B A T T E R Y and increase the risk of fire.

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Vacuum Cleaner Safety Rules

Vacuum Cleaner Care

Do not use this vacuum

cleaner for EPA Lead Based Paint Renovation, Repair and Painting Program (RRP), where lead may be present. Using this vacuum cleaner for

EPA RRP program may cause health and environmental hazards.

Do not use to vacuum

hazardous or toxic substances or dusts, e.g., asbestos. The

standard HEPA filter is not able to capture all hazardous particles, which may cause health hazards.

Do not use to vacuum

concrete dust and/or other materials that include silica. The

filter is not able to capture all silica dust, which may cause health hazards.

Do not use vacuum cleaner if switch does not turn it ON or OFF. Any vacuum

cleaner that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

Do not vacuum dust when liquid/fluid is contained in th e v a c u u m c l e a n e r canister. Do not vacuum liquids/fluids when dust is in the canister. In either

case empty the canister and/or remove dust bag before use so that dust does not cake and harden inside the canister.

Dry fi l t e r s completely after wet vacuuming or use a second dry filter set for dust vacuuming. Damp or wet filters

will cake with dust or develop mold or mildew.

Store idle vacuum cleaner out of reach

of children and other untrained persons.

Vacuum cleaners are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain vacuum cleane r with care. Properly maintain vacuum cleaner to keep hose unobstructed. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow. Any alteration or modification is

a misuse and may result in a dangerous condition.

Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the vacuum cleaner operation. If damaged, have the va c u u m cleaner serviced before using. Poorly maintained vacuum

cleaners cause many accidents. Develop a periodic maintenance schedule for your vacuum cleaner.

Service

Only qualified repair personnel must perform vacuum cleaner service. Service

or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. For e x a m p l e : internal wires m a y be misplaced or pinched.

When servicing a vacuum cleaner, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts

or failure to fo llow the Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury. Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may damage plastic parts.

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Symbols

Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

Symbol Designation / Explanation

V Volts (voltage)

A Amperes (current)

Ah Amp hour (measurement of battery capacity)

Hz Hertz (frequency, cycles per second)

W Watt (power)

kg Kilograms (weight)

min Minutes (time)

s Seconds (time)

CFM Cubic feet per minute [or ft3/min] (air flow rate)

 Diameter (size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.)

n0 No load speed (rotational speed at no load)

n Rated speed (maximum attainable speed)

.../min

Revolutions or reciprocation per minute (revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc. per minute)

0 Off position (zero speed, zero torque...)

1, 2, 3, ...

I, II, III,

Selector settings (speed, torque or position settings. Higher number means greater speed)

Infinitely variable selector with off (speed is increasing from 0 setting)

Arrow (action in the direction of arrow)

Alternating current (type or a characteristic of current)

Direct current (type or a characteristic of current)

Alternating or direct current (type or a characteristic of current)

Class II construction (designates double insulated construction tools)

Earthing terminal (grounding terminal)

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Symbols

Symbol Designation / Explanation

Designates Li-ion battery recycling program

Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling program

Alerts user to read manual

Alerts user to wear eye protection

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.

This symb ol designates that this c ompo nent is recognized by Underwriters Laboratories.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.

This symbol designates that this tool complies to NOM Mexican Standards.

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Getting to Know Your Vacuum Cleaner

Remove the battery pack before making any assembly, adjustments or

changing attachments. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk

of starting the tool accidentally.

18V Canister Vacuum Cleaner GAS18V-3

12112

12 996 10 34 5

1 Canister 2 Latch 3 On/Off button 4 Battery charge status indicator 5 Motor unit 6 Carrying handle 7 Slot for vacuum hose holder 8 Hose connection port 9 Lock loop 10 Slot for extension tube holder 11 Battery compartment cover release

button

12 Battery compartment cover 13 Vacuum hose** 14 Power tool adapter (SOLD

SEPARATELY)**

15 Bend** 16 Crevice nozzle**

17 Floor nozzle** 18 Extension tube** 19 Battery compartment* 20 Battery pack (SOLD SEPARATELY)* 21 Battery release button* 22 Extension tube holder* 23 Vacuum hose holder* 24 Mounting bolt for holder 23* 25 Snap fasteners* 26 Air diffuser* 27 Filter** 28 Filter base* 29 Retaining strap of the vacuum hose*

* Not Shown. See further in these

operating instructions.

** Shown in Fig. 2 on the next page.

Fig. 1

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Specifications

Model GAS18V-3 Voltage

18 V Battery type / chemistry Bosch Li-ion Canister volume (gross) 2.6 Gal Canister volume (net) 1.6 Gal Air flow 51 CFM Suction pressure 90 mbar (max) Sound pressure level 79 dB Weight 10.1 lb Hose length 5.25 ft (1.6 m) Approximate run time 4 min/Ah

Allowed ambient temperature – during charging – during operation* / storage

32...113 °F (0...+45 °C)

–4...122 °F (–20...+50 °C)

Fig. 2

Getting to Know Your Vacuum Cleaner

Battery Packs / Chargers:

Please refer to the charger Operating/Safety Instructions included with your tool.

Use only Bosch 18V Li-ion BAT-series and GBA-series battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and

fire.

For use only with Bosch BC1836, BC1880, BC3680, BC630, BC660, GAX18V-30 chargers. Use of any other chargers may create a risk of

injury and fire.

*performance is limited at temperatures below 32 °F (0 °C)

For household or commercial use.

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Assembly and Preparation

 Inserting And Releasing

Battery Pack

Do not use force to insert the battery.

The battery is designed in such a way that it can only be inserted into the vacuum cleaner when it is in the right position.

Keep the battery compartment and the battery bay clean and dry at all times to ensure reliable, safe operation.

To insert battery:

- press battery compartment cover unlocking button 11 and the springloaded compartment cover 12 will open automatically (Fig. 3);

- slide the battery 20 into battery compartment 19 as shown, until it clicks in place (Fig. 3);

- close the battery compartment cover

12.

To remove battery:

- press battery compartment cover unlocking button 11 and the springloaded compartment cover 12 will open automatically (Fig. 3);

- press battery unlocking button 21 and pull the battery 20 out of battery compartment 19 (Fig. 4);

- close the battery compartment cover

12.

 Hose And Attachment

Holders

To mount attachment holders:

- slide the extension tube holder 22 into the slot 10 as shown, until it is held securely in place (Fig. 5);

- slide the vacuum hose holder 23 into the slot 7 as shown (Fig. 5);

- tighten the bolt 24 to secure the vacuum hose hol der 23 in pla ce (Fig. 5).

Remove the battery pack before making any assembly, adjustments or changing attachments. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk

of starting the tool accidentally.

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

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Fig. 5

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 Attaching The

Vacuum Hose

- Insert vacuum hose 13 into port 8 until both snap fasteners 25 audibly lock in place (Fig.6).

Note: The friction generated by the dust in t h e vacuum h o se and a c c e ssory duri n g vacu u m i n g ca u s e s an electrostatic charge that the user may expe r i e n ce as st atic discharge (depending on environmental factors and their physiological state).

 Attaching The Power Tool

Adapter Or The Bend

Attach the power tool adapter 14 (sold separa tely ) or the bend 15 to the vacu u m hose 13 until both sn a p fasteners 25 of the vacuum hose click into place (Fig. 7).

To disassemble, press bot h snapfast e n e r s 2 5 in w a r d and pull the components apart.

 Mounting Nozzles And Tubes

If required, place the extension tubes 18 fi r mly i nside one a nother and then attach them firmly to the bend 15.

Attach the floor nozzle 17 or the crevice nozzle 16 firmly to the extension tube 18 or the bend 15 (Fig. 8).

Fig. 6

2515

Fig. 7

Fig. 8

Assembly and Preparation

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Remove the battery

pack before making any assembly, adjustments or changing attachments. Such preventive safety

measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

Do not us e t his

vacuum cleaner for EPA Lead Based Paint Renovation, Repair and Painting Program (RRP), where lead may be present. Using this

vacuum cleaner for EPA RRP program may cause health and environmental hazards.

Do not u s e to

vacuum hazardous or toxi c substances o r dusts, e.g. , asbestos. The standard HEPA filter is

not able to capture all haza r d o u s part i c l e s, which may cause health hazards.

Do not u s e to

vacu u m concrete dust a n d / or other material s t h a t include silica. The filter is not able to

capture all silica dust, which may cause health hazards.

Ensure that the work area is clean and tidy to minimize the risk of tripping.

 Starting Operation

Befor e vacuuming, ensure that the filter assembly is assembled securely. Only use a n undamag e d filter (no cracks, small holes, etc.). Replace a

dama g e d filter immediately. See “Cleaning/replacing HEPA filters”.

- Insert battery pack (see “Inserting And Releasing Battery Pack”). Make

sure the battery compartment cover is securely closed.

 BATTERY CHARGE STATUS

INDICATOR

After activating th e devic e, the five green LEDs of the battery charging level indicator 4 will light up individually ascending and descending. Afterwards the LEDs indicate the charging level of the battery 20 (Fig 1).

 CLEANING THE CANISTER

Clean the canister 1 after each use in order to ensure that the vacuum cleaner continues to perform optimally.

- Switch the unit off and remove the batter y p ack (See In serting and Releasing Battery Pack).

- Unlock the latches 2 and remove the control unit 5 (Fig. 10).

- Shak e out t he c anis ter 1 o ver a suitable waste bin (Fig. 11).

- If necessary, clean the canister with a damp cloth. If necessary, clean the filter (see “Cleaning/ replacing HEPA filters”).

- Reattach the motor unit 5 and lock the latches 2.

 CLEANING/REPLACING HEPA

FILTERS

Check filter period ically and replace if

worn out or damaged. Using damaged

filter can lead to release of unwanted airb o r n e contami n a n t s from the canister.

The suction power is dependent on the

Operating Instructions

Fig. 10 Fig. 11

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condition of the filter, therefore clean the filter regularl y . Repl a c e any damaged filters immediately.

- Switch the unit off and replace the batter y pack (S ee Inserting And Releasing Battery Pack).

- Unlock the latches 2 and remove the motor unit 5 (Fig. 10).

- Turn the filter 27 as far as it will go in the direction of “ ” and remove it from the filter base 28 (Fig. 12).

If the filter is dry:

- To preserve the maximal suction power, brush down the flaps of the filter regularly with a soft brush

If the filter is wet:

- Rinse the filter 27 under running water a nd th en le ave i t to d ry thoroughly.

Replace a damaged filter:

- Insert the filter 27 into the filter base 28 and turn it as far as it will go in the

direction of “ ” (Fig. 13).

- Reattach the motor unit 5 and lock the latches 2. Make sure that the latches engage firmly.

 Dry Vacuuming

 REGULAR VACUUMING

- To switch on the vacuum cleaner, briefly press the on/off button 3.

- To switch off the vacuum cleaner, press the On/Off button 3 again.

To save energy, only switch the vacuum cleaner on when using it.

 CONNECTING VACUUM CLEANER

TO POWER TOOLS AND ATTACHMENTS

This v acuum clean e r can also b e connected to various power tools or their attachments to easily extract and collect dust. These power tools include sanders, routers, planers and saws. To determine if any attachment and/or adapter is required to connect a given power tool and vacuum hose, consult the Bo s c h catalog or w e b s ite (www.boschtools.com). Depending on th e du st po rt o n th e po wer tool or attachment, the VX120 power tool hose

Operating Instructions

Fig. 13

Fig. 12

Fig. 14

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In the case of insufficient vacuuming performance, check the following:

– Is the canister 1 full?

 Empty the canister. See “Cleaning

The Canister” on page 11.

– Is the filter 27 clogged with dust?

 Clean or replace the filter. See

“Cleaning/replacing HEPA filters” on page 11.

– Is the battery pack charge too low?

 Charge or replace the battery. Refer

to your battery charger Operating and Safety Instructions.

Regularly emptying the dust canister 1 and cleaning the filter 27 will ensure optimum suction power.

If the vacuuming performance is not achieved thereafter, take the vacuum cleaner to Bosch Factory Service Center or Autho rized Bosch Service Station.

Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting

adapter (sold separately) can be either slid into the hose port or snapped into place. Bosch also offers a variety of othe r vacu u m h o s e a d a p ters (not incl u d e d ) to al low the hose to be co nnected to hose por ts of v ario us sizes. See page 15.

- Fit the power tool adapter 14 or the bend 15 (refer to “Fitting The Power Tool Adapter Or Bend”).

- Insert the power tool adapter 14 or the bend 15 into the power tool's dust port (Fig. 14).

Note: When working with power tools that have a low air feed into the vacuum hose (e.g. jigsaws, sanders, etc.), the air diffuser 26 of the power tool adapter 14 must be opened. This will improve the total output of the vacuum cleaner and the power tool. To do so, turn the ring above the air diffuser 26 until the widest possible opening is produced.

 Wet Vacuuming

Do not u s e to

vacu u m flammable liquids, gases, or explosive dusts, like gasoline or other fuels, lighter fluid, varn i s h , polyuretha n e coatings, cleaners, oil-based paints, natural gas, hydrogen, coal dust, magnesium dust, grain dust, or gun powder. Electric

motors create sparks, which may ignite the dust or fumes.

A filter must be used when wet vacuuming.

Before wet vacuuming:

- Empty the canister 1.

- Clean the filter 27 and reinstall it into the mot or un it. (see “Cleanin g/ replacing HEPA filters “, page 11).

The vacuum is equipped with a floater. Once the maximum fill level is reached, vacuuming will be stopped.

When the vacuum cleaner is shut off, some water may flow out of the hose.

After every wet vacuuming application:

- Empty the container 1.

- Make sure that the filter 27 is being empt i e d as w ell s o no w a t er remains inside.

To prevent the formation of mold:

- Remove the vacuum lid 5 and leave it to dry thoroughly

- Remove the filter 27 and leave this out to dry thoroughly as well (see “Cleaning/replacing HEPA filters”, page 11)

Use a dry filter for subsequent dry vacuuming. We suggest purchasing an

extra filter when frequently alternating between wet and dry vacuuming and swap them out as needed.

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To store vacuum cleaner:

- Insert the extension tubes 18 into the extension tube holder 22.

- Insert the crevice nozzle 16 into an extension tube 18.

- Insert the floor nozzle 17 into the vacuum hose holder 23.

- Wind the vacuum hose 13 around the vacuum hose holder 23 from below and fasten the strap 29.

Carry the vacuum cleaner only by the carrying handle 6.

Store the vacuum cleaner in a dry room and secure it against unauthorized use.

6 29

Fig. 15

 SERVICE

Preventive ma in te -

nanc e must b e performed by a Bosch Factory Service Center or Autho rized Bosch Service Stat i o n . Servic e performed by

unauthorized per so n nel may result in misp l a c i ng of i n t e rnal wires a nd components, which could cause serious injury.

 BATTERIES

Be alert f or battery packs that are nearing their end of life. If you notice

decr e a s e d tool performanc e o r sign i f i c antly shorter running time be t ween charges then it is t i me t o replace the battery pack. Failure to do so ca n c a use the tool to o p e r a te improperly or damage the charger.

Long term battery storage should be in the discharged state. Battery packs

last longer and re-charge better when they are stored discharged. Remember to fully re-charge battery packs before using after prolonged storage.

 D.C. MOTORS

The motor in y o u r tool has b een engi n e e r ed f o r many hours of dependable service. To maintain peak efficiency of the motor, we recommend it be examined every six months. Only a genu i n e Bosch replaceme n t mo tor specially designed for your tool should be used.

Maintenance

Storage

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Use of any other attachments not specified in this manual may create a hazard.

Attachments

Bosch Model No. Product description

Vacuum Cleaner Filter

VF320H HEPA Filter

Vacuum Hose

1 600 A01 1RL 5.25ft (1.6m), 35mm Hose

Nozzles, Adapters, etc.

1 600 A01 1RN Bend

1 600 A01 1RP 3-piece extension tube (3 x 32”)

VX120

Power tool adapter (Adapter for Bosch 22/35 mm hoses)

1 600 A01 1RR Floor nozzle

1 600 A01 1RS Crevice nozzle

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