Instructions for use
Dear customer!
Congratulations on the purchase of this product!
Please be sure to keep these “Instructions for use” in a safe place.
By following these instructions exactly (usage, service,
maintenance)
you will extend the life of the appliance considerably. The Rössle AG
works continuously to further develop its products
and therefore reserves the right to make changes without previous
notice, e.g. in shape and appearance.
This product conforms to the current CE regulations.
Read the instructions for use carefully and get to know its
contents before using the appliance.
• Before carrying out any maintenance work on the appliance,
remove it from the electrical power supply.
• Before using the appliance, it must be checked for wear or
damage and any necessary repairs made.
• The appliance is only designed for cleaning work in ponds. It may
only be used with the original Vacu-grip brushes. Use the
BIBER 22 BRUSHES only for the purpose they are designed for.
• The appliance is absolutely not to be used by persons (including
children) who have a restricted bodily, sensory or mental
ability or who do not possess the necessary experience and/or
knowledge, unless a person is present to oversee their work who
is responsible for their security and has been trained in the use of
the appliance. Do not allow children to play with the appliance.
• Keep hands and feet well away from the working area.
• Wear the correct clothing. Never wear clothes which hang loosely
or jewellery. Keep hair, clothes and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothing, jewellery or long hair can get caught up in moving parts.
• Never work with an appliance which has been modified without the permission of the manufacturer
and which no longer corresponds to the original version. The appliance should never be used in the
proximity of explosive or combustible materials.
It is not possible to cover all the situations which may arise when using the appliance. Always proceed
in a careful and reasonable way. One should observe all the usual security regulations applicable for the
use of electrical appliances. In addition, please pay special attention to the following guidelines:
This section explains the security measures to be taken in connection with the battery pack and the
charging unit.
Only use the original batteries. These should only be charged using the original charging unit.
The rechargeable Li-Ion batteries should only be used to provide the power for the BIBER 22 BRUSH
or BISAM 22 BRUSH for which they are designed. In order to prevent injuries, the battery should not be
used to provide power for other appliances.
Guidelines for the battery!
ATTENTION! Store the battery only fully charged, charge the battery at least every 3 months.
WARNING! The battery should be protected against direct sunlight, heat or an open fire. The battery could explode if thrown
onto an open fire. There is a danger of burns or chemical burns.
WARNING! The battery should never be connected up to keys, coins, screws or other metal objects as this could lead to a
short circuit in the battery.
Batteries which are not in use should be kept away from metal objects such as nails, coins and jewellery. Do not attempt to
take the battery apart or to break it open as there is a danger of damage to the skin and burns from the battery acid.
• The battery should only be used in a surrounding temperature of between -10 °C and 40 °C.
• The battery should not be exposed to microwaves or high pressure
• The battery and the charging unit should never be cleaned using water
• The battery should be kept out of the reach of children.
• Protect the battery from rain and damp.
• The charging unit should not be covered up. If smoke or fire develops, the electricity plug should be removed immediately
from the power socket. Watch out for fire!
• Check regularly to ensure that the connecting cable of the charging unit is intact and does not have any cracks.
• Never carry the appliance using the cable and never pull the plug out of the socket using the cable.
• The charging unit should only be used when the surrounding temperature is between 0 and 45 °C.
• Only use the charging unit in an area which is well aired, dry and dust free.
The charging unit and charging the Li-Ion battery
Please read the instructions for use of the charging unit.
Checks before starting to clean the pond
• Check that the brush is easy to rotate.
• Remove any weed, string or similar material which may be wound around the brush, disconnecting the battery beforehand.
• Before starting up the appliance, check that all cable connections are correctly in place and are in perfect condition.
• Only use the appliance for the tasks it has been designed for.
• Always hold the appliance with both hands.
• Never lay the appliance down before switching it off.
Attaching the brush head to the telescopic rod
Before attaching, keep an eye on the spiral cable held by a velcro strap at the end of the rod. Be absolutely sure not to lose
hold of this cable when releasing the velcro strap but screw the connecting plug immediately into the socket on the brush.
Take care! If the strap retaining the cable is released before connecting up the plug, the cable can slip back into the telescopic
rod.After connecting up the cable, push the BIBER 22 BRUSH adaptor together with the cable into the telescopic rod and fix it
there with the wing nuts. Keep the Velcro strap and if dismantling the appliance, use the strap to fix the cable to the rod as it
was originally.
Attaching the battery to the speed control unit and the
telescopic rod
First attach the battery to the speed control unit and then to the
telescopic rod. Make sure that the connecting plugs are attached
exactly and secured with the lock nut. Please do not hold or turn the
plugs using the blue ends.
Working with the BIBER 22 BRUSH
The BIBER BRUSH is designed to clean surfaces under water. In particular on level walls or floors, the brush rotates to pull
itself towards the surface to be cleaned, thus improving the cleaning efficiency and generally reducing the amount of effort
required from the user. It is no longer necessary to press hard, indeed this could damage the drive. With its built-in suction
connection, the BIBER BRUSH can be attached to suction hoses with a diameter of 50 as well as 38 mm. The immediate
suction removal means that the dirt is removed through the slits in the brush and a clear view in the water is maintained. A
clouding of the water is for the most part avoided. Using the speed control unit, you have the possibility of choosing three
different speeds in every direction. The chosen rotation speed is indicated by an LED light.
For the wall areas we recommend a faster, for horizontal use the rather slower rotation speed. In order to avoid scratching
sensitive materials such as foil, we recommend starting with the yellow Vacu-grip brush attachment. However, you can
also use harder Vacu-grip brushes in red = medium hard or green/red = hard. This is to be recommended for older or more
encrusted dirt. The loaded battery can be carried comfortably using the special belt provided, where you can clip the battery
into the battery holder. The BIBER BRUSH can now be steered with the telescopic rod and the cleaning of the pond or pool
surfaces systematically carried out.
Changing the Vacu-grip brush
Take care! Before starting any maintenance work on the BIBER BRUSH, disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
Changing the brush can be easily carried out using the brush remover (1). Place the brush remover on the notch (2) which is
indicated by the arrow (3). Using the brush remover, lever the brush upwards (4) and remove the brush from the drive shaft.
To attach the brush, put the brush in place where the arrow meets a notch and then press firmly down so that the brush
clicks into place.
Maintenance and cleaning the BIBER 22 BRUSH
WARNING! Before carrying out any maintenance work on the appliance, always disconnect it from the power supply. Clean
the appliance after use. If the cable plug on the appliance is dirty, clean it with a high pressure air hose or a soft brush.
Clean the outer casing of the appliance with a clean and dry cloth. Do not use any water around the switches or to clean the
battery. Make sure the grips are dry, clean and free from oil and fat.
Check the battery for damage. Check that the charging unit is undamaged and functional. Check that the carrying strap is not
damaged. Make sure that all connections and cables are clean and intact.
If the appliance starts to vibrate, it must be removed from use. Switch the appliance off and remove the battery before
removing any material that might be wound around the brush.
Transport and storage of the BIBER 22 BRUSH
• During transport, make sure the appliance is secured.
• The appliance should be switched off before transporting and stored in the packaging provided.
• Store the battery and the charging unit in a dry place free of damp and frost.
• The battery should not be stored in rooms where electrostatic energy could be discharged. Never store the battery in a
metal case.
• Store the battery and the charging unit in a place where the surrounding temperature is between 0 and 30 °C and where
they are not exposed to direct sunlight.
• Keep the appliance in a lockable room out of the reach of children and anyone who is not authorized.
• Before storing for a longer period, make sure that the appliance is completely clean and fully maintained and that the battery
is fully charged.
Problems if the brush does not function
• The battery is not charged up.
• The battery is not correctly installed in the battery holder.
• The plug connections are not properly connected.
• The brush plate is blocked by foreign matter.
• The speed control has not yet been switched on, please note that the brush activity starts after a slight delay.
• For test purposes, the brush head can be attached directly to the battery. This cuts out the switch unit and the
telescopic rod,
thus excluding them from the search for any defect.
Disposal of the battery, charging unit and appliance
The symbol on the product or the packaging indicates that this product may not be disposed of in domestic waste.
Disposal should be carried out by handing it over to a recycling unit for electrical and electronic appliances.
Technical data Biber brush 22:
Motor 200 W, BLDC 24 V
Rotational speed of the brush approx. 120 rpm
Cleaning width Ø 250 mm
Weight of the brush 3.7 kg without battery, battery weight 2 kg
Battery running time, depending on cleaning difficulty approx. 1-2 h
Battery type: lithium-ion battery capacity 5 Ah, 24 V
Supply voltage of the charging unit 220-240 V, 50 Hz
EG declaration of conformity
Rössle AG
Pater-Hartmann-Str. 23
87616 Marktoberdorf declares herewith,
that the BIBER BRUSH 22 conforms with the following regulations:
Machinery directive 2006/42/EG, low voltage directive 2006/95/EG.
Batteries and accumulators and old batteries and old accumulators
2006/66/EG.
EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-67, EN 62133, EN 60335-2-29
Signed: ______________________
Name of the signatory Hubert Rössle
Function of the signatory: Director
Datum / Date: 10.02.2016
Name of the authorized representative
for the technical documents:
Rössle AG
Pater-Hartmann-Str. 23
87616 Marktoberdorf, Germany
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