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USER MANUAL AQT 3512+ BOSCH

Warning: High pressure jets can be dan-

gerous if subject to misuse. According to the applicable regulations, the appliance must never be used on the drinking water network without a system separator. Use a separator as per IEC 61770 Type BA. Water flowing though a system separator is considered not drinkable. Safety Notes for pressure washer Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious in- jury. The warning and information signs attached to the unit provide important information for safe operation. Apart from the information in the operating instructions comply with the general safety regulations and regula- tions for the prevention of accidents. Power supply The voltage indicated on the rating plate must correspond to the voltage of the power source. We recommend that this equipment is only connected into a socket which is protected by a circuit-breaker that would be actuated by a 30 mA residual current. Remove the plug from socket whenever the machine is left unattended for any period. The electric supply installation should comply with IEC 60364-1. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified per- sons in order to avoid a hazard. If the plug is damaged, pay attention to the following: Plugs and sockets situated near the work site or outdoors should be to class IP 55 of BS 5490 to provide adequate protection against ingress of water, etc. and cable entries require effective sealing. Rubber shrouds should be pro- vided over cable glands. Drip-proof (class IP X2 of BS 5490) plugs and sockets to BS 4343 are suitable for use indoors where the plug is away from the water spray area where the appliance is in use. Never touch the mains plug with wet hands. Do not pull plug while operating the device. Do not run over, crush or pull the power supply cable or ex- tension lead, otherwise it may be damaged. Protect the ca- ble from heat, oil and sharp edges. Do not use the appliance, if the power supply cable or im- portant parts, e. g. high-pressure hose, trigger gun or safe- ty devices are damaged.

Warning: Inadequate extension cords can be dangerous.

If an extension cord is used, the plug and socket must be of watertight construction. The extension cord must have a cross section in accordance with the operating instruc- tions and be protected against splashed water. The con- nection must not be in water. When replacing plugs on the power supply cable or exten- sion lead the spray water guard and mechanical stability must remain intact. Water connection Comply with the regulations of your water supply compa- ny. All connecting hoses must have properly sealed joints. Make sure that the supply hose is at least 12.7 mm (1/2") in diameter and is reinforced. The appliance should never be used on the drinking water supply without a back flow valve. Water which has passed the back flow valve is regarded as undrinkable. The high-pressure hose must not be damaged (danger of bursting). A damaged high-pressure hose must be re- placed immediately. Only use hoses and connections rec- ommended by the manufacturer. High-pressure hoses, fittings and couplings are important for the safety of the appliance. Use only hoses, fittings and couplings recommended by the manufacturer. Only clean or filtered water should be used for intake. Application Before use, check that the unit and operating equipment are in perfect condition and are safe to operate. Do not use the unit if it is not in perfect condition. Do not direct the jet against yourself or others in order to clean clothes or footwear. Never draw in solvent-containing liquids, undiluted acids, acetone or solvents! This includes petrol, paint thinners, heating oil. The sprayed vapour is highly flammable, explo- sive and toxic. OBJ_BUCH-1953-004.book Page 9 Monday, June 10, 2013 10:39 AM10 | English F 016 L70 995 | (10.6.13) Bosch Power Tools The appropriate safety regulations must be observed when using the unit in dangerous areas (e.g. petrol sta- tions). It is forbidden to operate the unit in potentially ex- plosive locations. The unit must be placed on a solid base. Only use detergents recommended by the manufacturer and comply with the application, disposal and warning in- structions of the detergent manufacturers. All current-conducting components in the working area must be protected against splashed water. The gun trigger must not be jammed in position “ON” dur- ing operation. Wear suitable protective clothing to protect against splashing from some parts. Do not use the appliance within the range of persons unless they also wear protective clothing. If necessary wear personal protective equipment (PPE) e. g. safety goggles, breathing protection etc to protect against water, particles and/or aerosols sprayed back from parts. High pressure may cause objects to rebound. If necessary wear suitable personnel protective equipment such as safety goggles. Vehicle tyres/tyre valves may only be cleaned from a mini- mum distance of 30 cm, otherwise the vehicle tyre/tyre valve could be damaged by the high-pressure jet. The first indication of this is a discoloration of the tyre. Damaged vehicle tyres/tyre valves can be extremely dangerous. Materials containing asbestos and other materials which contain substances which are hazardous to your health must not be sprayed. Detergents must not be used undiluted. The products are safe to use as they contain no acids, alkalis or substances which are detrimental to the environment. We recommend that the detergents are kept out of the reach of children. If detergent comes into contact with the eyes, wash immedi- ately with plenty of water and if swallowed contact a doctor immediately. Never use the pressure washer without the filter or with a dirty or damaged filter. Using the pressure washer without a filter or with a dirty or damaged filter may invali- date the warranty. Metal parts may become hot after prolonged usage, if nec- essary wear protective gloves. Avoid high pressure washing in bad weather conditions es- pecially when there is a risk of lightning. Operation The operator must use the unit in accordance with the reg- ulations. He/she must take local conditions into account and be aware of other people, especially children, when operating the unit. The unit may only be used by authorised persons who have received training or have demonstrated their ability to op- erate the unit. The unit must not be operated by children or juveniles (danger of accidents due to incorrect use of the unit). Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. This machine can be used by people with reduced physi- cal, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or in- struction concerning use of the machine in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. The unit must never be left unsupervised while the unit is switched on. The water jet from the high-pressure nozzle produces a re- coil on the gun. You should therefore hold the gun and spray lance firmly with both hands. Transport Switch off the motor and secure the unit before transport- ing. Maintenance Switch off the unit prior to all cleaning and maintenance work and before replacing components. Pull out the mains plug if the unit is mains-operated. Repairs may only be carried out by authorised Bosch Ser- vice Centres. Accessories and spare parts Only use accessories and spare parts which have been ap- proved by Bosch. Original accessories and spare parts guarantee that the unit can be operated safely and without any breakdowns. 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 machine in a better and safer manner. Intended Use The product is intended for cleaning areas and objects out- side the house, tools, vehicles and boats, if the appropriate accessories such as cleaning agents approved by Bosch are used. Intended use is related to operation within 0°C and 40°C am- bient temperature. This product should not be used for professional use. Symbol Meaning Movement direction Weight

Off Lo Low pressure Hi High pressure Accessories OBJ_BUCH-1953-004.book Page 10 Monday, June 10, 2013 10:39 AMEnglish | 11 Bosch Power Tools F 016 L70 995 | (10.6.13) Technical Data Noise/Vibration Information Declaration of Conformity Equipment category: 27 Technical file (2006/42/EC, 2000/14/EC) at: Bosch Lawn and Garden Ltd., PT-LG/ENS4, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1EY, England Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen

Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003 kg 6.7/7.0 7.7/8.4 Protection class /II /II Serial number See serial number (rating plate) on pressure washer. Starting cycles generate brief voltage drops. Interference with other equipment/machines may occur in case of unfavourable mains system conditions. Malfunctions are not to be expected for system impedances below 0.153 ohm. Measured sound values determined according to 2000/14/EC (1.60 m height, 1 m dis- tance away). 3 600 ... HA7 1.. HA7 2.. Typically the A-weighted noise levels of the product are: Sound pressure level Sound power level Uncertainty K Wear hearing protection! dB(A) dB(A)

3 600 ... HA7 1.. HA7 2.. We declare under our sole responsibility that the product described under “Technical da- ta” is in conformity with the following standards or standardization documents: EN 60335 according to the provisions of the directives 2011/65/EU, 2004/108/EC, 2006/42/EC, 2000/14/EC. 2000/14/EC: Guaranteed sound power level Conformity assessment procedure according to Annex V. dB(A) 99 93 Henk Becker Executive Vice President Engineering Helmut Heinzelmann Head of Product Certification PT/ETM9 Action Figure Delivery Scope 1 Fold down handle operation 2 Connecting high pressure gun to lance 3 Connecting high pressure water supply hose/nozzle 4 Attaching Nozzle 5 Water connection 6 Switching On and Off 7 Adjust water jet 8 Connect detergent bottle 9 OBJ_BUCH-1953-004.book Page 11 Monday, June 10, 2013 10:39 AM12 | English F 016 L70 995 | (10.6.13) Bosch Power Tools Starting For Your Safety Warning! Switch off, remove plug from mains before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is cut, damaged or entangled. The operating voltage is 230 V AC, 50 Hz (for non-EU coun- tries 220 V, 240 V as applicable). Only use approved exten- sion cables. Contact your Bosch Service Centre for details. If you want to use an extension cable when operating your high pressure washer, only the following cable dimensions should be used: - 1.5 mm

– max length 50 m Note: If an extension cable is used it must be earthed and con- nected through the plug to the earth cable of your supply net- work in accordance with prescribed safety regulations. If in doubt contact a qualified electrician or the nearest Bosch Service Centre. WARNING! Inadequate extension cables can be dangerous. Extension cable, plug and sock- et must be of watertight construction and in- tended for outdoor use. Cable connections should be kept dry and off the ground. For increased electrical safety to use a Residual Current De- vice (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA. Al- ways check your RCD every time you use it. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Bosch Service Centre. For products not sold in GB:

WARNING: For your safety, it is required that the plug at-

Bosch Lawn and Garden Ltd., PT-LG/ENS4, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1EY, England Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen

(2000/14/EG2006/42/EG) Bosch Lawn and Garden Ltd., PT-LG/ENS4, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1EY, England Helmut Heinzelmann Head of Product Certification PT/ETM9 Henk Becker Executive Vice President Engineering Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen Leinfelden, 10.06.2013

(2006/42/EG 2000/14/EG) Bosch Lawn and Garden LTd., PT-LG/ENS4, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1EY, England Helmut Heinzelmann Head of Product Certification PT/ETM9 Henk Becker Executive Vice President Engineering Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen Leinfelden, 10.06.2013