GAS 10 8 V-LI - Vacuum Cleaner BOSCH - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Cordless wet and dry vacuum cleaner
Brand	Bosch
Model	GAS 10 8 V-LI
Power supply	Lithium-ion battery 10.8 V
Tank capacity	10 liters
Net weight	2.5 kg
Dimensions (L x w x h)	35 x 30 x 30 cm
Battery runtime	Approximately 20 minutes
Charging time	Approximately 1 hour
Main functions	Dry and liquid suction, blower function
Filtration system	Washable pleated filter
Noise level	70 dB(A)
Included accessories	Crevice nozzle, liquid nozzle, spare filter
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean the filter regularly, empty the tank after liquid use
Safety	Automatic shut-off when maximum liquid level is reached, secure battery
Spare parts and repairability	Filter, battery, charger available as spare parts
General information	For domestic and workshop use, compatible with Bosch 10.8 V accessories

Frequently Asked Questions - GAS 10 8 V-LI BOSCH

What is the battery runtime?

The runtime is approximately 20 minutes under normal use, varying by mode and type of dirt.

Can I vacuum liquids with this vacuum cleaner?

Yes, the Bosch GAS 10 8 V-LI is designed for dry and liquid suction. Use the special liquid nozzle and empty the tank after use.

How do I clean the filter?

The pleated filter is washable with warm water. Let it dry completely before reinstalling. Replace it every 6 months or depending on usage.

What type of battery does this vacuum cleaner use?

It uses a 10.8 V lithium-ion battery (compatible with the Bosch 10.8 V range). The battery is removable and rechargeable with the dedicated charger.

Does the tank have a maximum level indication for liquids?

Yes, an automatic shut-off cuts the suction when the liquid level reaches the maximum, preventing overflow.

How long does it take to charge the battery?

Full charging time is approximately 1 hour with the standard Bosch charger.

Can I use dust bags?

No, this vacuum cleaner is bagless. The pleated filter and tank are emptied directly.

What is the noise level?

The noise level is approximately 70 dB(A), which is moderate for a cordless vacuum cleaner in this category.

Can I use accessories from other brands?

It is recommended to use compatible Bosch 10.8 V accessories to ensure performance and safety. Universal nozzles may not fit perfectly.

Where can I find spare parts?

Spare parts such as the filter, battery, and charger are available from authorized Bosch dealers or online on the official Bosch website.

USER MANUAL GAS 10 8 V-LI BOSCH

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Robert Bosch GmbH

Power Tools Division

70764 Leinfelden-Fchterdingen

GERMANY

www.bosch-pt.com

1609 92A 134 (2014.11) PS/119 EURO

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Sicherheitshinweise

Read all safety warnings and all instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save these instructions.

This vacuum cleaner is not intended for use by children and persons with physical, sensory or mental limitations or a lack of experience or knowledge.

This vacuum cleaner can be used by children aged 8 or older and by persons who have physical, sensory or mental limitations or a lack of experience or knowledge if a person responsible for their safety supervises them or has instructed them in the safe operation of the vacuum cleaner and they understand the

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associated dangers. Otherwise, there is a danger of operating errors and injuries.

▶ Supervise children. This will ensure that children do not play with the vacuum cleaner.
▶ Cleaning and user maintenance of the vacuum cleaner shall not be made by children without supervision.

WARNING

Do not vacuum materials that are harmful to one's health, e.g. dust from beech or oak wood, masonry dust, asbestos. These materials are considered carcinogenic.

Inform yourself about the valid regulations/laws for your country concerning the handling of materials that are hazardous to one's health.

WARNING

Use the vacuum cleaner only when you fully understand and can perform all functions without limitation, or have received appropriate instructions. A thorough introduction reduces operating errors and injuries.

WARNING

The vacuum cleaner is suitable only for vacuuming dry materials. The penetration of liquids increases the risk of an electric shock.

IMPORTANT

The vacuum cleaner may only be used and stored indoors. The penetration of rain or moisture into the vacuum cleaner lid increases the risk of an electric shock.

WARNING

Do not vacuum hot or burning dusts, and in rooms with an explosion hazard. Dusts can ignite or explode.

Remove the battery before cleaning or performing maintenance on the vacuum cleaner, making tool adjustments, changing accessories or storing the vacuum cleaner. This safety measure prevents the vacuum cleaner from being started accidentally.

▶ Provide for good ventilation at the working place.

▶ Have the vacuum cleaner repaired only through qualified specialists and only using original spare parts. This ensures that the safety of your vacuum cleaner is maintained.

Do not clean the vacuum cleaner with a water jet pointed directly at it. The penetration of water into the vacuum cleaner lid increases the risk of an electric shock.

The intake port and ventilation slots must not be shut, covered or clogged. This is to ensure proper operation of the motor.

▶ Do not vacuum any sharp-edged objects such as broken glass, nails, stones, needles or razor blades. This is to ensure that the filter is not damaged.

▶ Do not open the battery. Danger of short-circuiting. Protect the battery against heat, e. g., against continuous intense sunlight, fire, water, and moisture. Danger of explosion.

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small 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 battery may cause irritations or burns.

In case of damage and improper use of the battery, vapours may be emitted. Ventilate the area and seek medical help in case of complaints. The vapours can irritate the respiratory system.

▶ Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.

▶ Use the battery only together with your Bosch product. This is the only way to protect the battery against dangerous overload.

The battery pack can be damaged by pointed objects such as nails or screwdrivers or by force applied externally. An internal short circuit can occur and the battery pack can burn, smoke, explode or overheat.

Product Description and Specifications

Intended Use

The vacuum cleaner is intended for vacuuming dry materials that are not harmful to one's health.

WARNING

Use the vacuum cleaner only after having received sufficient information on

its usage. A thorough introduction reduces operating errors and injuries.

Product Features

The numbering of the product features refers to the illustration of the vacuum cleaner on the graphics page.

1 Release button for dust cup

2 On/Off button

3 Battery charge-control indicator

4 Handle

5 Battery pack*

6 Venting slots

7 Motor housing

8 Dust cup

9 Crevice nozzle

10 Intake port

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11 Battery port
12 Battery unlocking button
13 Opening
14 Filter seal
15 Filter assembly

*Accessories shown or described are not part of the standard delivery scope of the product. A complete overview of accessories can be found in our accessories program.

Technical Data

Cordless dry vacuum cleaner GAS 10,8 V-LI
Article number	3 601 JE3 0..
Container volume	l 0.4
Vacuum, max.	hPa 45
Airflow, max.	l/s 15
Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003	kg 0.9
Permitted ambient temperature
– during charging	°C 0...+45
– during operation * and during storage	°C -20...+50
Recommended batteries	GBA 10,8V ...
Recommended chargers	AL 11..
* Limited performance at temperatures <0 °CTechnical data determined with battery from delivery scope.

Assembly

Battery Charging

▶ Use only the battery chargers listed on the accessories page. Only these battery chargers are matched to the lithium-ion battery pack used in your vacuum cleaner.

Note: The battery supplied is partially charged. To ensure full capacity of the battery, completely charge the battery in the battery charger before using your power tool for the first time.

The lithium-ion battery can be charged at any time without reducing its service life. Interrupting the charging procedure does not damage the battery.

The lithium-ion battery is protected against deep discharging by the "Electronic Cell Protection (ECP)". When the battery is empty, the machine is switched off by means of a protective circuit: The inserted tool no longer rotates.

▶ After the automatic shut-off of the vacuum cleaner, do not continue to press the On/Off button. The battery pack could become damaged.

Observe the notes for disposal.

Battery Charge-control Indication

The three green LEDs of the battery charge-control indicator 3 show the charging status of the battery 5. The battery charge-control indicator only illuminates for 3 seconds after start-up.

LED Capacity

Continuous lighting 3 x green ≥2/3
Continuous lighting 2 x green ≥1/3
Continuous lighting 1 x green <1/3
Flashing light 1 x green	Reserve

When no LED lights up after switching on, then the battery is defective and must be replaced.

Battery Insertion/Removal (see figures A1 - A2)

▶ 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.
- Slide the battery 5 all the way into the battery compartment 11.
- To remove the battery pack 5, press the unlocking buttons 12 and pull the battery pack out of the battery port 11.

Mounting the Crevice Nozzle (see figure B)

Remove the battery before cleaning or performing maintenance on the vacuum cleaner, making tool adjustments, changing accessories or storing the vacuum cleaner. This safety measure prevents the vacuum cleaner from being started accidentally.

The crevice nozzle 9 can be connected directly to the dust chamber 8.

- Firmly insert the crevice nozzle 9 into the intake port 10 on the dust chamber 8 with the mark shown in the illustration facing down.

Operation

Remove the battery before cleaning or performing maintenance on the vacuum cleaner, making tool adjustments, changing accessories or storing the vacuum cleaner. This safety measure prevents the vacuum cleaner from being started accidentally.

Starting Operation

▶ Before vacuuming, ensure that the filter assembly is assembled securely.
▶ Only use an undamaged filter (no cracks, small holes, etc.). Replace a damaged filter immediately.

Switching On and Off

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

• To switch on the vacuum cleaner, press the On/Off button 2.
• To switch off the vacuum cleaner, press the On/Off button 2 again.

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Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning

Remove the battery before cleaning or performing maintenance on the vacuum cleaner, making tool adjustments, changing accessories or storing the vacuum cleaner. This safety measure prevents the vacuum cleaner from being started accidentally.

▶ For safe and proper working, always keep the vacuum cleaner and ventilation slots clean.

- Clean the vacuum cleaner housing from time to time using a moist cloth. - Clean soiled charger contacts using a dry cloth.

Cleaning the Dust Cup (see figures C1-C3)

To maintain the optimum performance of the vacuum cleaner, clean the dust cup 8 after each use.

• Hold the vacuum cleaner down slightly so that dust cannot fall out of the dust chamber when the vacuum cleaner is opened.
• Press release button 1 and remove the dust cup 8 from the motor housing 7.
• Reach into the recess 13 on the motor housing 7 and pull the filter unit 15 off the motor housing by the filter seal 14.
• Shake/tap out the dust cup 8 over a suitable waste bin.
• If required, clean the dust cup with a moist cloth. If required, clean the filter assembly (see "Cleaning the Filter Assembly", page 11).
• Insert the filter unit 15 with the filter seal 14 back into the motor housing 7. Afterwards, hang the dust cup at the bottom into the motor housing, apply light pressure until the dust cup can be heard to engage.

Cleaning the Filter Assembly (see figure D)

The filter unit 15 must not be wet cleaned.

• Hold the vacuum cleaner down slightly so that dust cannot fall out of the dust chamber when the vacuum cleaner is opened.
• Press release button 1 and remove the dust cup 8 from the motor housing 7.
• Reach into the recess 13 on the motor housing 7 and pull the filter unit 15 off the motor housing by the filter seal 14.
• Brush down the flaps of the pleated filter with a soft broom.
• Assembly is carried out in reverse order.

Malfunctions

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

• Is the dust cup 8 full?
  ▷ See "Cleaning the Dust Cup", page 11.
• Is the folded filter clogged with dust?
  ▷ See "Cleaning the Filter Assembly", page 11.
• Is the capacity of the battery pack too low?
  ▷ See "Battery Charging", page 10.

Regular emptying of the dust cup 8 and cleaning of the filter assembly 15 ensures optimal vacuum capacity.

If the vacuuming performance is not achieved thereafter, take the vacuum cleaner to customer service.

After-sales Service and Application Service

In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always include the 10-digit article number given on the type plate of the vacuum cleaner.

Our after-sales service responds to your questions concerning maintenance and repair of your product as well as spare parts. Exploded views and information on spare parts can also be found under:

www.bosch-pt.com

Bosch's application service team will gladly answer questions concerning our products and their accessories.

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: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Ireland

Origo Ltd.

Unit 23 Magna Drive

Magna Business Park

City West

Dublin 24

Tel. Service: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands

Robert Bosch Australia Pty. Ltd.

Power Tools

Locked Bag 66

Clayton South VIC 3169

Customer Contact Center

Inside Australia:

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Inside New Zealand:

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Outside AU and NZ:

Phone: [phone]

www.bosch.com.au

Republic of South Africa

Customer service

Hotline: [phone]

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Gauteng - BSC Service Centre

35 Roper Street, New Centre

Johannesburg

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail]

KZN - BSC Service Centre

Unit E, Almar Centre

143 Crompton Street

Pinetown

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Western Cape - BSC Service Centre

Democracy Way, Prosperity Park

Milnerton

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Bosch Headquarters

Midrand, Gauteng

Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Transport

The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements. The user can transport the batteries by road without further requirements.

When being transported by third parties (e.g.: air transport or forwarding agency), special requirements on packaging and labelling must be observed. For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is required.

Dispatch batteries only when the housing is undamaged.

Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the battery in such a manner that it cannot move around in the packaging. Please also observe possibly more detailed national regulations.

Disposal

Vacuum cleaners, battery packs, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environmental-friendly recycling.

Do not dispose of vacuum cleaners and battery packs/batteries into household waste!

Only for EC countries:

According to the European Guideline 2012/19/EU, power tools that are no longer usable, and according to the European Guideline 2006/66/EC, defective or used battery packs/batteries, must be collected separately and disposed of in an environ-

mentally correct manner.

Batteries no longer suitable for use can be directly returned at:

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: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Battery packs/batteries:

Li-ion:

Please observe the instructions in section "Transport", page 12.

Subject to change without notice.

Français

Robert Bosch (France) S.A.S.

Bosch Service Center

Telegrafvej 3

2750 Ballerup

På www.bosch-pt.dk kan der online bestilles reservedele eller oprettes en reparations ordre.

Tlf. Service Center: 44898855

Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Transport

Bosch Service Center

Telegrafvej 3

2750 Ballerup

Danmark

Tel.: [phone] (inom Sverige)

Fax: [phone]

Transport

Bosch San. ve Tic. A.S.

Ahi Evran Cad. No:1 Kat:22

Polaris Plaza

80670 Maslak/Istanbul

Bosch Uzman Ekibi [phone]

Işıklar LTD.ŞTİ.

Kızılay Cad. No: 16/C Seyhan

Adana

Tel.: [phone]

Tel.: [phone]

Robert Bosch Sp. z o.o.

Bosch Service Center PT

K Vápence 1621/16

692 01 Mikulov

No. TC RU C-DE.AЯ46.B.65781

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Tel. service scule electrice: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail]

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