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Safety Notes

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Warning! Read these instructions carefully, be famil-
iar with the controls and the proper use of the ma-
chine. 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 in-
jured through foreign objects thrown from
the machine.
Keep bystanders a safe distance away from
the machine.
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 in-
jured through foreign objects thrown from
the machine. Keep bystanders a safe dis-
tance 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 be-
fore adjusting, cleaning or if the cable is en-
tangled 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 ma-
chine is switched off, a rotating blade can
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cause injury.
Operation
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the machine. Local regu-
lations may restrict the age of the operator. When
not in use store the machine out of reach of chil-
dren.
This tool is not intended for use by persons (in-
cluding children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervi-
sion or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
Never operate the machine while people, especial-
ly children or pets, are nearby.
The operator or user is responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people or their prop-
erty.
Other persons and animals should remain at a dis-
tance of 3 metres or more when the machine is be-
ing used. The operator is responsible for third per-
sons in the working area.
Use the machine only in daylight or good artificial
light.
Do not operate the machine when barefoot or
wearing open sandals, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers.
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Failure to keep loose clothing from being drawn in-
to 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.
Never operate the leaf blower/garden vacuum with
defective guards or shields, or without safety de-
vices, 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 modi-
fication.
While operating the leaf blower/garden vacuum al-
ways be sure of a safe and secure operating posi-
tion at all times.
Always be aware of your surroundings 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 balance at all
times.
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
Walk, never run.
Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
Never blow debris in the direction of bystanders.
Do not carry the machine by the cable.
The wearing of a face mask is recommended.
Do not modify this product. Unauthorized modifi-
cations may impair the safety of your product and
may result in increased noise and vibration.
Remove the plug from the socket:
– before checking, clearing a blockage or work-
ing 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 vi-
brate abnormally check immediately.

Power supply

The voltage indicated on the rating plate must cor-
respond to the voltage of the power source.
We recommend that this equipment is only con-
nected into a socket which is protected by a cir-
cuit-breaker that would be actuated by a 30 mA re-
sidual 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 ca-
ble or extension lead, otherwise it may be dam-
aged. Protect the cable from heat, oil and sharp
edges.
The extension lead must have a cross section in ac-
cordance with the operating instructions and be
protected against splashed water. The connection
must not be in water.

Electrical Safety

Motor Protector fitted! Motor fitted with safety
overload protection. If motor stops working, al-
low a few minutes to cool, before restarting.
Warning! Switch off, remove plug from mains be-
fore adjusting, cleaning or if cable is cut, dam-
aged or entangled.
Your machine is double insulated for safety and re-
quires 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. Con-
tact 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 de-
sign (60227 IEC 53, 60245 IEC 57).
If you want to use an extension cable when operating
your product, only the following cable dimensions
should be used:
2
– 1.0 mm : max. length 40 m
2
– 1.5 mm : max. length 60 m
2
– 2.5 mm : max. length 100 m
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