0700 AA - Broom BOSCH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 0700 AA BOSCH

• This tool has been designed for removing weed from terraces and between tiles

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Check whether the packaging contains all parts as illustrated in drawing 2

• When parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer

• Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tool

• The user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property

• Only use the tool when the ambient temperature is between 0°C and 40°C

• Never mount metal cutting elements onto this tool

• Do not use the tool for removing wet weed PERSONALSAFETY

• This tool 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 tool by a person responsible for their safety

• Ensure that children do not play with the tool

• Never allow children or people who are not familiar with the operating instructions to use the tool

• Always wear eye protection, long trousers and sturdy shoes when operating the tool

• Never operate the tool with a damaged cutting guard or without the cutting guard mounted

• Never operate the tool in the direct vicinity of persons; stop using the tool when persons (especially children) or pets are nearby

• Never operate the tool when you are tired, sick or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication ElECTRICAl SAFETY

• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a 220V supply)

• Inspect the cord periodically and have it replaced by a qualied person, if damaged

• Inspect the extension cord periodically and replace it, if damaged (inadequateextensioncordscanbe dangerous)

• Only use an extension cord which is intended for outdoor use and equipped with a watertight plug and coupling-socket

• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)

• When operating the tool use a residual current device (RCD) with a triggering current of 30 mA maximum

• Do not run over, crush or pull the (extension) cord

• Protect the (extension) cord from heat, oil and sharp edges

• Keep the (extension) cord away from the rotating brush

• Always switch o tool and disconnect plug from power source if the power supply cord or the extension cord is cut, damaged or entangled (donottouchthecord beforedisconnectingtheplug) BRUSHES

• SKIL can assure awless functioning of the tool only when original accessories are used

• Only mount brushes of which the maximum speed (“RPM”) is higher than the rotations per minute marked on the tool

• Only use brushes with a maximum diameter of 100 mm

• Do not use worn brushes

• Rust stains or other signs of chemical or mechanical changes of the material that hold the brush threads may cause premature brush disfunctioning

• Store brushes in a suitable place in such a way that they are protected against the following inuences: - high atmospheric humidity, heat, water or other uids which could damage the brush - acids or acid vapours, which could damage the brush - low ambient temperatures causing condensation on the brush when stored in an area with higher ambient temperatures - deformation of whatever part of the brush BEFORE USE

• Only use the tool in daylight or with appropriate articial lighting

• Check the functioning of the tool before each use and after any impact; in case of a defect, have it repaired immediately by a qualied person (never open the tool yourself)

• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on (awrenchorakeyleftattachedtoa rotatingpartofthepowertoolmayresultin personalinjury)7

• Before use, thoroughly inspect the cutting area and remove any object that the tool may sling during cutting (such as stones, loose pieces of wood, etc.) DURING USE

• Only use the tool in an vertical position, with the brush pointing to the ground (neverswitchonthetoolin anotherposition)

• Operate the tool at a walking pace only (do not run)

• Do not cross roads or gravel paths with the tool still running

• Do not get distracted and always concentrate on what you are doing

• Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept clear of debris AFTER USE

• The brush continues to rotate for a short time after the tool is switched o (donottouchtherotatingbrush)

• Always disconnect plug from power source - whenever leaving the tool unattended - before clearing jammed material - before checking, cleaning or working on the tool - after striking a foreign object - whenever the tool starts vibrating abnormally

• Before you put down the tool, switch o the motor and ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill

• Store the tool indoors in a dry and locked-up place, out of reach of children EXPLANATIONOFSYMBOLSONTOOL 3Warning! Read the instruction manual 4 Do not expose tool to rain 5 Wear protective glasses and hearing protection 6 Payattentiontotheriskofinjurycausedbyflying debris (keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area) 7 Always keep hands and feet away from rotating parts 8 Switch o and disconnect plug before cleaning/ maintenance or if (extension) cord is damaged or entangled 9 Double insulation (no earth wire required) 0 Do not dispose of the tool together with household waste material WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):

• If for any reason the old plug is cut o the cord of this tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended

• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug USE

• Assembly instructions ! alwaysdisconnecttheplugbeforemounting/ removingthebrush - slide guard A over motor housing as illustrated until it clicks into place ! - mount wheel B onto motor housing as illustrated until it clicks into place @ - push spindle-lock button C and hold it while you loosen collet nut D with wrench E # - mount brush F with its centre in line with brush indicator G - tighten collet nut D with wrench E while pushing spindle-lock button C ! replacethebrushwhenitisworn(SKIL accessorynumber2610Z02973)

• Height adjustment $ - loosen locking sleeve H by turning it clockwise ! whenusingtoolforthefirsttime,rotatehandleK 90°afterlooseninglockingsleeveH - extend tube J to the desired height - tighten locking sleeve H by turning it counter-clockwise ! donotforcethetoolwhenextending/retracting thetubetodesiredheight

• Cord restraint % - hook the loop in the extension cord over restraint L as illustrated - pull tight to secure the extension cord

• On/o ^ - switch on tool by pressing trigger switch M - switch o tool by releasing trigger switch M ! afterswitchingoffthetoolthebrushcontinuesto rotateforafewseconds - allow the brush to stop rotating before switching on again ! donotrapidlyswitchonandoff

• Before using the tool - ensure that brush F # is correctly mounted and that collet nut D # is rmly tightened - test-run tool for at least 30 seconds at highest no-load speed in a safe position - stop immediately in case of considerable vibration or other defects and check tool to determine the cause

• Removing weed ! ensurethatthecuttingareaisfreeofstones, debrisandotherforeignobjects - ensure that the bottom side of the tool is kept in a level position - start working only when motor is running - start working near the mains socket and move away while working - keep the tool away from solid objects and plants - do not use the tool in one spot too long - do not overload the tool

• Holding and guiding the tool & - hold the tool rmly with one hand - guide the tool at a constant speed over the surface to be worked on - maintain a stable working position - always hold the tool well away from your body APPLICATIONADVICE

• For best results test-run the tool on a small part of the surface and check if the tiles do not get damaged

• Regular weeding helps to avoid persistent weed

• For more tips see www.skil.com MAINTENANCE/SERVICE

• This tool is not intended for professional use

• Always keep tool and cord clean ! disconnecttheplugbeforecleaning - regularly clean ventilation slots N 2 with a soft cloth - regularly remove dirt from cutting guard A 2 with a soft brush8

• Storage * - store the tool indoors in a dry and locked-up place, out of reach of children - securely mount storage rail P on the wall with 4 screws (notsupplied) and horizontally leveled

• If the tool should fail despite the care taken in manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be carried out by an after-sales service centre for SKIL power tools - send the tool undismantled together with proof of purchase to your dealer or the nearest SKIL service station (addresses as well as the service diagram of the tool are listed on www.skil.com) TROUBlESHOOTING

• The following listing shows problem symptoms, possible causes and corrective actions (if these do not identify and correct the problem, contact your dealer or service station) ! switchoffthetoolanddisconnecttheplugbefore investigatingtheproblem ★ Tool does not operate - power supply socket faulty -> use another socket - extension cord damaged -> replace extension cord - brush incorrectly mounted -> mount brush again ★ Tool operates intermittently - internal wiring defective -> contact dealer/service station - on/o switch defective -> contact dealer/service station ★ Weed is not removed completely - brush damaged/worn -> replace brush ENVIRONMENT

• Donotdisposeofelectrictools,accessoriesand packagingtogetherwithhouseholdwastematerial (only for EU countries) - in observance of European Directive 2002/96/EC on waste of electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law, electric tools that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility - symbol 0 will remind you of this when the need for disposing occurs DEClARATION OF CONFORmITY

• We declare under our sole responsibility that the product described under “Technical data” is in conformity with the following standards or standardization documents: EN 60335, EN 61000, EN 55014 in accordance with the provisions of the directives 2006/95/EC, 2004/108/EC, 2006/42/EC, 2000/14/EC, 2011/65/EU

• Measured in accordance with EN 60335 the sound pressure level of this tool is 68 dB(A) and the sound power level 88 dB(A) (standard deviation: 3 dB), and the vibration 3.2 m/s² (hand-arm method; uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s²)

• Measured in accordance with 2000/14/EC (EN/ISO 3744) the guaranteed sound power level LWA is lower than 91 dB(A) (conformity assessment procedure according to Annex VI) Notied body : KEMA, Arnhem, NL Notied body identication number : 0344

• The vibration emission level has been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN 60335; it may be used to compare one tool with another and as a preliminary assessment of exposure to vibration when using the tool for the applications mentioned - using the tool for dierent applications, or with dierent or poorly maintained accessories, may signicantly increase the exposure level - the times when the tool is switched o or when it is running but not actually doing the job, may signicantly reduce the exposure level ! protectyourselfagainsttheeffectsofvibration bymaintainingthetoolanditsaccessories, keepingyourhandswarm,andorganizingyour workpatterns