ART35 - Grass trimmer BOSCH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ART35 BOSCH

Warning: Keep a safe distance

from the machine when operat- ing. Switch off and remove plug from mains before adjusting, cleaning or if the cable is entan- gled and before leaving the gar- den product unattended for any period. Keep the supply flexible cord away from the cutting line. Wear eye and ear protection. Do not work in the rain or leave the trimmer outdoors whilst it is raining. Beware of thrown or flying objects to bystanders.

Warning: Keep a safe distance from the

machine when operating. Operation Never allow children or people unfa- miliar with these instructions to use the machine. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. When not in use, store the machine out of reach of children. This machine 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 con- cerning use of the machine by a per- son responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to en- sure that they do not play with the machine. Never work while people, especially children, or pets are nearby. Never operate the trimmer with miss- ing or broken guards or shields or without guards or shields in position. Before use check the supply and ex- tension cord for signs of damage or ageing. If the cord becomes damaged during use, disconnect the cord from the supply immediately. DO NOT

TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCON-

NECTING THE SUPPLY. Do not use the trimmer if the cord is damaged or worn. Before using the machine and after impact, check for signs of wear or damage and repair if necessary. Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine. Always wear long heavy trousers, boots and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewellery, short trousers, sandals and never work barefoot. Wear safety eye protection and ear defenders when operating the ma- chine. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Never work with this trimmer while people, especially children or pets are nearby. OBJ_BUCH-1800-004.book Page 9 Tuesday, August 29, 2017 8:22 AM10 | English F 016 L81 763 | (29.8.17) Bosch Power Tools The user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property. Wait until the cutting head has com- pletely stopped before touching it. The head continues to rotate after the trimmer is switched off, the cutting system can cause injury/damage. Work only in daylight or in good artifi- cial light. Avoid operating the trimmer in bad weather conditions especially when there is a risk of lightning. Operating the trimmer in wet grass decreases the efficiency of perfor- mance. Switch off when transporting the trimmer to and from the area to be worked on. Switch on the trimmer with hands and feet well away from the rotating line. Caution – do not touch rotating cutting line. Do not put hands or feet near the cut- ting system. Never fit metal cutting elements to this trimmer. Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly. Have the trimmer repaired only by an authorized customer service agent. Always ensure that the ventilation slots are kept clear of debris. Take care against injury from the blade fitted for cutting the nylon line length. After feeding line always re- turn the trimmer to its horizontal op- erating position before switching on. Switch off and remove the plug from the socket: – whenever you leave the machine unattended for any period – before replacing the cutting line – if the cable is tangled, – before cleaning or working on the trimmer After use, disconnect the machine from the mains and check for dam- age. Store the machine in a secure, dry place out of the reach of children. Do not place other objects on top of the machine. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Ensure replacement parts fitted are Bosch-approved. Do not operate the machine with- out the trimmer attachment fitted. Electrical Safety Warning! Switch off, remove plug from mains before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is cut, damaged or entangled. Your machine is double insulated for safety and requires no earth connec- tion. The operating voltage is 230 V AC, 50 Hz (for non-EU countries 220 V, 240 V as applicable). Only use ap- proved extension cables. Contact your Bosch Service Centre for details. For increased electrical safety use a Re- sidual Current Device (RCD) with a trip- ping current of not more than 30 mA. Always check your RCD every time you use it. OBJ_BUCH-1800-004.book Page 10 Tuesday, August 29, 2017 8:22 AMEnglish | 11 Bosch Power Tools F 016 L81 763 | (29.8.17) Keep the supply cables away from mov- ing hazardous parts and avoid damage to the cables; this can lead to contact with live parts. The connections (plugs and sockets) should be kept dry and off the ground. The supply cables must be inspected for signs of damage at regular intervals and may only be used if in perfect con- dition. If the supply cable on the product is damaged, it must only be replaced by a Bosch Service Centre. Only use approved extension cables. Extension cords, cables, leads, reels should only be used if they comply with EN 61242/IEC 61242 or IEC 60884-2-7. If you want to use an extension cable when operating your product, only the following cable dimensions should be used: – Nominal Conductor Area of

– Maximum length of 30 m for a Cord Extension Set or maximum length of 60 m for a Cable Reel with Residual Current Device (RCD Note: If an extension cable is used it must be earthed and connected through the plug to the earth cable of your supply network in accordance with prescribed safety regulations. If in doubt contact a qualified electri- cian or the nearest Bosch Service Cen- tre. WARNING! Inadequate exten- sion cables can be dangerous. Extension cable, plug and socket must be of watertight con- struction and intended for outdoor use. For products not sold in GB:

WARNING: For your safety, it is re-

quired that the plug attached to the product is connected with the exten- sion cord. The coupling of the exten- sion cord must be protected against splash water, be made of rubber or coated with rubber. The extension cord must be used with a cable strain relief. Products sold in GB only: Your prod- uct is fitted with a BS 1363/A ap- proved electric plug with internal fuse (ASTA approved to BS 1362). If the plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place by an authorised customer ser- vice agent. The replacement plug should have the same fuse rating as the original plug. The severed plug must be disposed of to avoid a possible shock hazard and should never be inserted into a mains socket elsewhere. Products sold in AUS and NZ only: Use a residual current device (RCD) with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less. Symbols The following symbols are important for reading and under- standing the operating instructions. Please take note of the symbols and their meaning. The correct interpretation of the symbols will help you to use the garden product in a better and safer manner. OBJ_BUCH-1800-004.book Page 11 Tuesday, August 29, 2017 8:22 AM12 | English F 016 L81 763 | (29.8.17) Bosch Power Tools Intended Use The machine is intended for the cutting of grass and weeds under bushes, as well as on slopes and edges that can not be reached with the lawn mower. Intended use is related to operation within 0 °C and 40 °C ambient temperature. Technical Data Noise/Vibration Information Sound emission values determined according to EN 50636-2-91. Typically the A-weighted noise levels of the product are: Sound pressure level 87 dB(A); sound power level 94 dB(A). Uncertainty K=1.0 dB. Wear hearing protection! Vibration total values a

(triax vector sum) and uncertainty K determined according to EN 50636-2-91:

Mounting and Operation Do not connect the machine to the mains socket before it is completely assembled. The cutting line continues to rotate for a few seconds after the trimmer is switched off. Allow the motor/cut- ting line to stop rotating before switching “on” again. Do not rapidly switch off and on. Do not hand bump the line feed as it could be hot. Remove any grass from spool cover when changing line or spool. Only use Bosch approved cutting elements. Cutting performance will vary with different cutting elements. Use the original spring when replacing spool. Symbol Meaning Wear protective gloves Do not use flowing water to clean the ma- chine Movement direction Reaction direction Weight Switching On Switching Off Permitted action Prohibited action Audible noise Accessories/Spare Parts Trimmer ART 35 Article number 3 600 H78 M.. Rated power W 600 No-load speed min

Cutting line feed Bump feed Adjustable handle

Cutting line diameter mm 1.6 Cutting diameter cm 35 Cutting spool capacity

Weight according to EPTA- Procedure 01:2014 kg 4.6 Protection class /II Serial number see type plate on the garden product The values given are valid for a nominal voltage [U] of 230 V. For differ- ent voltages and models for specific countries, these values can vary. CLICK! Action Figure Page Delivery Scope

Connecting the shaft

Mounting the Auxiliary Handle

Mounting the Cutting Guard

Attaching the shoulder strap

Connecting the extension lead

Replacing the Line Spool 10 189–190 Winding Line on Spool 11 190–191 Fitting Spool into Spool Holder

Maintenance, Cleaning and Storage 13 – 14 191–192 Selecting Accessories

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• Bosch Lawn and Garden Ltd., PT-HG/ENS-Stw, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1EY, England Henk Becker Executive Vice President Engineering and Manufacturing Helmut Heinzelmann Head of Product Certification Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH, 70538 Stuttgart, GERMANY Stuttgart, 28.08.2017 OBJ_BUCH-1800-004.book Page V Tuesday, August 29, 2017 8:22 AM