ALB 36 LI - Souffleur BOSCH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ALB 36 LI BOSCH

Warning: Keep a safe distance

to the product when operat- ing. Rotating fan. Keep hands, feet or loose clothes out of the the openings while the product is running. Keep hands, feet or loose clothes out of the the open- ings while the product is run- ning. Bosch Power Tools F 016 L81 393 | (05.02.2019)12 | English Make sure that bystanders are not injured through for- eign objects thrown from the product. Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the product. Wear eye and ear protection. Remove battery before ad- justing or cleaning, and be- fore leaving the machine unat- tended for any period. Do not work in the rain or leave the leaf blower outdoors whilst raining. Do not use the charger if the cord is damaged. Only use the battery charger indoors. Battery charger contains a safety transformer. Operation u Never allow children or people unfa- miliar with these instructions to use the product. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. When not in use store the product out of reach of children. u This product 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 appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to en- sure that they do not play with the product. u Never operate the product while people, especially children or pets, are nearby. u The user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property. u Other persons and animals should remain at a distance of 3metres or more when the product is being used. The operator is responsible for third persons in the working area. u Use the product only in daylight or good artificial light. u Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine. u Avoid operating the product in bad weather conditions especially when there is a risk of lightning. u Always wear substantial clothing on the upper body and limbs when op- erating this product. u Do not use open toe rubber shoes and sandals when using this ma- chine. Always wear sturdy shoes and long trousers. u Failure to keep loose clothing from being drawn into air intake could res- ult in personal injury. u Only operate the product with moun- ted nozzle. F 016 L81 393 | (05.02.2019) Bosch Power ToolsEnglish | 13 u Failure to keep long hair tied back and away from the air inlet could res- ult in personal injury. u Thoroughly inspect the area where the product is to be used and remove all wires and other foreign objects. u Check cable for damage before start- ing work and replace if necessary. Keep cable away from heat, oil and sharp edges. u Always direct the cable to the rear away from the product. u Never operate the product with de- fective guards or shields, or without safety devices, for example collec- tion bag in place. u Always ensure all handles and guards supplied are fitted when us- ing the product. Never attempt to use an incomplete product or one fit- ted with an unauthorized modifica- tion. u While operating the product always be sure of a safe and secure operat- ing position at all times. u Always be aware of your surround- ings and stay alert for possible haz- ards that you may not hear whilst op- erating the leaf blower. u Do not over reach and keep your bal- ance at all times. u Always be sure of your footing on slopes. u Walk, never run. u Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris. u Never blow debris in the direction of bystanders. u Do not carry the product by the cable. u The wearing of a face mask is recom- mended. u Wear eye protection. u Do not modify the product. Unau- thorized modifications may impair the safety of your product and may result in increased noise and vibra- tion. u A worn fan or blower housing (chips, cracks, nicks) may cause an in- creased risk of injury from thrown foreign objects. If the fan or blower housing are damaged, consult the Bosch hotline. Recommendations for Optimal Handling of the Battery Pack u Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuit- ing. Protect the battery against heat (e.g., against continuous intense sunlight), fire, water, and moisture. There is a risk of explo- sion. u In case of damage and improper use of the battery pack, vapours may be emitted. Ventilate the area and seek medical help in case of complaints. The vapours can irritate the respiratory system. u Only use the battery with products from the manufac- turer. This is the only way in which you can protect the battery against dangerous overload. u The battery can be damaged by pointed objects such as nails or screwdrivers or by force applied externally. An internal short circuit may occur, causing the battery to burn, smoke, explode or overheat. u Do not short-circuit the battery. There is a risk of explo- sion. u Occasionally clean the venting slots of the battery using a soft, clean and dry brush. Bosch Power Tools F 016 L81 393 | (05.02.2019)14 | English Safety Warnings for Battery Chargers Read all safety warnings and all instruc- tions. Failure to follow the safety warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all safety warnings and instructions for future ref- erence. Use the battery charger only when you fully understand and can perform all functions without limitation, or have received appropriate instructions. u Never allow children, persons with physical, sensory or mental limita- tions or a lack of experience and/or knowledge and/or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the battery charger. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. u Supervise children at all times. This will ensure that children do not play with the battery charger. u Charge only Bosch lithium-ion bat- teries with a capacity above 1.3 Ah (10 battery cells or more). The bat- tery voltage must match the battery charging voltage of the charger. Do not charge non-rechargeable batter- ies. Otherwise there is a danger of fire and explosion. Keep the battery charger away from rain or moisture. Penetration of water in the battery charger increases the risk of an electric shock. u Keep the charger clean. Dirt poses a risk of electric shock. u Always check the charger, cable and plug before use. Stop using the charger if you discover any damage. Do not open the charger yourself, and have it repaired only by a qualified specialist using only original re- placement parts. Damaged chargers, cables and plugs increase the risk of electric shock. u Do not operate the charger on an easily ignited sur- face (e.g. paper, textiles, etc.) or in a flammable envir- onment. There is a risk of fire due to the charger heating up during operation. u Do not cover the ventilation slots of the battery char- ger. Otherwise, the battery charger can overheat and no longer operate properly. u For increased electrical safety, we recommend using a re- sidual current device with a max. tripping current of 30 mA. Before using, always check your residual current device. Symbols The following symbols are important for reading and under- standing the original instructions. Please take note of the symbols and their meaning. The correct interpretation of the symbols will help you to use the product in a better and safer manner. Symbol Meaning Movement direction Reaction direction Switching On Switching Off Permitted action Prohibited action CLICK! Audible noise Weight Intended Use The product is intended for blowing leaves, garden waste such as grass, twigs and pine needles. Product Features (see figureA) The numbering of the product features refers to the illustra- tion of the product on the graphics pages. (1) On/Off switch with controller for airflow speed (2) Button for unlocking nozzle (3) Motor unit (4) Battery unlocking button (5) Nozzle (6) Battery

Accessories shown or described are not included with the product as standard. You can find the complete selection of accessories in our accessories range. F 016 L81 393 | (05.02.2019) Bosch Power ToolsEnglish | 15 Technical Data Cordless leaf blower ALB 36 LI Article number 3 600 HA0 4.. Rated voltage V 36 Airflow speed km/h 250 Weight according to EPTA‑Procedure 01:2014 kg 2.3/2.4/2.8/2.9 Serial number see type plate on mower Permitted ambient temperature – during charging °C 0 … +45 – during operation and storage °C -20 … +40 Battery Li-Ion Rated voltage V 36 Article number/Capacity – 2 607 336 631 Ah 1.3 – 2 607 336 913/ 1 607 A35 02V Ah 2.0 – 2 607 336 107 Ah 2.6 – 2 607 336 915/

Vibration total values ah (triax vector sum) and uncertainty K determined according to EN50636-2-100 – Vibration emission value a

Assembly u Caution: Switch garden tool off and remove battery from machine before adjusting or cleaning. Mounting the nozzle (see figure B) Slide the nozzle (5) onto the motor unit. Take care not to pinch your fingers during assembly. Inserting/Removing the Battery (see figure C) Note: Using unsuitable batteries can lead to malfunctions or damage the machine. Insert the charged battery (6). Ensure the battery is inserted correctly. To remove the battery (6) from the machine, press the bat- tery unlocking button and pull the battery out. Switching on u Before any work on the garden product itself (e.g. maintenance, tool change, etc.) as well as during transport and storage, remove the battery from the garden product. There is danger of injury when uninten- tionally actuating the On/Off switch. u The machine continues to blow for a few seconds after being switched off. Allow the motor to stop rotating before switching “on” again. Do not rapidly switch off and on. Charging the Battery u Observe the correct mains voltage! The voltage of the power supply must correspond with the data given on the nameplate of the battery charger. Battery char- gers marked with 230 V can also be operated with 220V. The battery is equipped with temperature monitoring that al- lows charging only in the temperature range between 0 °C and 45 °C. In this manner, a high battery service life is achieved. Note: The battery is supplied partially charged. To ensure full battery capacity, completely charge the battery in the battery charger before using 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 “Electronic Cell Protection (ECP)” protects the lithium- ion battery against deep discharging. When the battery is discharged, the machine is switched off by means of a pro- tective circuit: The garden product no longer operates. Do not continue to press the On/Off switch after an auto- matic shut-off of the machine. The battery can be dam- aged. Charging Procedure The charging procedure starts as soon as the mains plug of the charger is plugged into a socket outlet and the battery is inserted onto the charger . Due to the intelligent charging method, the charging condi- tion of the battery is automatically detected and the battery is charged with the optimum charging current, depending on battery temperature and voltage. This gives longer life to the battery and always leaves it fully charged when kept in the charger for storage. Meaning of the indication elements on the charger (AL 3620 CV/AL 3640 CV/AL 36V-20) Rapid-charging Procedure The rapid-charging procedure is indicated by flashing of the green battery charge indicator. Indication element of the battery: During the charging procedure, the three green LEDs light up one after the other and briefly go out. The battery is fully charged when the three green LEDs light up continuously. The three LEDs go out again approx. 5minutes after the battery has been fully charged. Note: The rapid-charging procedure is only possible when the battery temperature is within the allowable charging temperature range, see section “Technical Data”. Battery charged Continuous lighting of the green LED indic- ator indicates that the battery is fully charged. Additionally, a signal tone sounds for approx. 2seconds, which acoustically indicates that the battery is fully charged. Afterwards, the battery can be removed for immediate use. When the battery is not inserted, continuous lighting of the LED indicator indicates that the mains plug is inserted in the socket outlet and that the battery charger is ready for opera- tion. F 016 L81 393 | (05.02.2019) Bosch Power ToolsEnglish | 17 Battery Temperature below 0°C or above 45°C Continuous lighting of the red LED indicator indicates that the temperature of the battery is not within the allowable charging temperature range, see section “Technical Data”. As soon as the allowable charging temperature range is reached, the battery charger automatically switches to rapid charging. When the battery is not within the allowable temperature range, the red battery LED lights up when inserting the bat- tery into the battery charger. No Charging Procedure Possible If a different malfunction of the charging pro- cedure is present, this will be indicated through flashing of the red LED indicator. The charging procedure cannot be started and the battery cannot be charged (see section Troubleshooting). Charging Advice With continuous or several repetitive charging cycles without interruption, the charger can warm up. This is not meaning- ful and does not indicate a technical defect of the battery charger. A significantly reduced working period after charging indic- ates that the battery is used and must be replaced. Observe the notes for disposal. Battery Cooling (Active Air Cooling) The fan control integrated into the charger monitors the tem- perature of the inserted battery. When the battery temperat- ure is above 30 °C, a fan cools down the battery to the op- timal charging temperature. The fan generates a ventilation sound when switched on. If the fan is not running, the battery temperature is within the optimum charge-temperature range or the fan is defective. In this case, the charging time of the battery might be exten- ded. Charging Advice With continuous or several repetitive charging cycles without interruption, the charger can warm up. This is not meaning- ful and does not indicate a technical defect of the battery charger. A significantly reduced working period after charging indic- ates that the battery is used and must be replaced. Observe the notes for disposal. Operation u Caution: Switch garden tool off and remove battery from machine before adjusting or cleaning. Switching On and Off (see figure D) To switch on, turn the On/Off switch (1) toward the rear. The airflow speed is variable. To increase the airflow speed, turn the On/Off switch (1) toward the rear. To reduce the airflow speed, turn the On/Off switch (1) toward the front. To switch off, turn the On/Off switch (1) toward the toward the front to the stop. Disassembling (see figure B) Press button (2) in and remove the nozzle (5). Working instruction (see figure E) When operating, always hold the machine approximately 3cm above the ground. Do not blow hot, flammable or explosive material. Troubleshooting Cordless leaf blower Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Machine fails to oper- ate Battery discharged Recharge battery Battery too hot/cold Allow to cool/warm Machine defective Contact Service Agent Internal wiring of garden tool defective Contact Service Agent Garden tool function- sintermittently On/Off switch defective Contact Service Agent Excessive vibrations/ noise Machine defective Contact Service Agent Run time per battery charge too low Battery has not been used for long period or only for short terms Fully charge battery; also see “battery charging” Battery dead or defective Replace the battery Air inlet/outlet blocked Clear the air inlet/outlet Bosch Power Tools F 016 L81 393 | (05.02.2019)18 | English Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Machine blow Tube obstructed Clear tube Tube cannot be moun- ted on the machine Incorrect assembly see “assembly” Battery and charger Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Flashing red battery charge indicator No charging procedure possible Battery not (properly) inserted Properly insert battery in charger Battery contacts contaminated Clean the battery contacts (e. g. by inserting and removing the battery several times) or replace the battery Battery defective Replace the battery Battery charge indicat- ors do not light up Mains plug of battery charger not plugged in (properly) Insert mains plug (fully) into the socket outlet Socket outlet, mains cable or battery charger de- fective Check the mains voltage; have the battery char- ger checked by an authorised after-sales service agent for Bosch power tools Maintenance and Servicing (see figure F) u Caution: Switch garden tool off and remove battery from machine before adjusting or cleaning. Maintenance, Cleaning and Storage u For safe and proper working, always keep the product clean. For optimum use, clean the fan and the area around the fan after each use. For optimal use, clean the fan and area around the fan after each use. Remove dirt on the product or the collection bag with a moist cloth. Never spray the product with water. Never immerse the product in water. Store the product in a secure, dry place, out of the reach of children. Do not place other objects on the product. Battery Maintenance Use the following procedures to enable optimum usage of the battery: – Protect the battery against moisture and water. – Store the machine and battery only within a temperature range between –20°C and 50°C . As an example, do not leave the battery in the car in summer. – It is recommended that the battery is not stored within the product but stored separately. – Do not leave the battery in the product in direct sunlight. – The ideal storage condition for the battery is 5°C. – Occasionally clean the venting slots of the battery using a soft, clean and dry brush. A significantly reduced working period after charging indic- ates that the battery is used and must be replaced. After-sales Service and Application Service www.bosch-garden.com In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always include the 10‑digit article number given on the nameplate of the product. 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: (0344) 7360109 E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com Ireland Origo Ltd. Unit 23 Magna Drive Magna Business Park City West Dublin 24 Tel. Service: (01) 4666700 Fax: (01) 4666888 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: F 016 L81 393 | (05.02.2019) Bosch Power ToolsFrançais | 19 Phone: (01300) 307044 Fax: (01300) 307045 Inside New Zealand: Phone: (0800) 543353 Fax: (0800) 428570 Outside AU and NZ: Phone: +61 3 95415555 www.bosch-pt.com.au www.bosch-pt.co.nz Republic of South Africa Customer service Hotline: (011) 6519600 Gauteng – BSC Service Centre 35 Roper Street, New Centre Johannesburg Tel.: (011) 4939375 Fax: (011) 4930126 E-mail: bsctools@icon.co.za KZN – BSC Service Centre Unit E, Almar Centre 143 Crompton Street Pinetown Tel.: (031) 7012120 Fax: (031) 7012446 E-mail: bsc.dur@za.bosch.com Western Cape – BSC Service Centre Democracy Way, Prosperity Park Milnerton Tel.: (021) 5512577 Fax: (021) 5513223 E-mail: bsc@zsd.co.za Bosch Headquarters Midrand, Gauteng Tel.: (011) 6519600 Fax: (011) 6519880 E-mail: rbsa-hq.pts@za.bosch.com Transport The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dan- gerous Goods Legislation requirements. The batteries are suitable for road-transport by the user without further re- strictions. When shipping by third parties (e.g.: by air transport or for- warding agency), special requirements on packaging and la- belling must be observed. For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is re- quired. Dispatch battery packs only when the housing is undam- aged. Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the bat- tery in such a manner that it cannot move around in the packaging. Please also observe the possibility of more de- tailed national regulations. Disposal The garden product, batteries, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environ- mental-friendly recycling. Do not dispose of garden products and batter- ies/rechargeable batteries into household waste! Only for EC countries: According to the European law 2012/19/EU, electrical and electronic equipments that are no longer usable, and accord- ing to the European law 2006/66/EC, defective or used bat- tery packs/batteries, must be collected separately and dis- posed of in an environmentally correct manner. Battery packs/batteries: Li-Ion: Please observe the instructions under Transport. Français Consignes de sécurité Attention! Lire avec attention toutes les instructions qui suivent. Se familiariser avec les éléments de commande et l’utilisation appro- priée de l’outil de jardin. Conserver les instructions d’utilisation à un en- droit sûr pour pouvoir les consulter ultérieurement. Explication des symboles se trouvant sur l’outil de jardin Indications générales sur d’éventuels dangers. Lire soigneusement ces ins- tructions d’utilisation. Bosch Power Tools F 016 L81 393 | (05.02.2019)20 | Français Prendre les précautions né- cessaires pour que les per- sonnes se trouvant à proximi- té ne risquent pas d’être blessées par des projections provenant de l’outil.

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