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Safety Notes Warning! Read these instructions carefully, be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine. Please keep the instructions safe for later use! Explanation of symbols General hazard safety alert. Read instruction manual. Pay attention that bystanders are not injured through foreign objects thrown from the machine. Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the machine. Switch off and remove plug from mains before adjusting, cleaning or if the ca- ble is entangled and before leaving the garden product unattended for any pe- riod. Keep the supply flexible cord away from the cutting blades. Sharp blade(s). Beware of severing toes or fingers. Wait until all machine components have completely stopped before touching them. The blades continue to rotate after the machine is switched off, a rotating blade can cause injury. Do not use the machine in the rain or leave it outdoors when it is raining. Operation f Never allow children or people unfamiliar 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. f This tool is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of ex- perience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction con- cerning use of the appliance by a person re- sponsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. f Never mow while people, especially children or pets, are nearby. f The operator or user is responsible for acci- dents or hazards occurring to other people or their property. f Do not operate the machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals, always wear sub- stantial footwear and long trousers. f Thoroughly inspect the area where the ma- chine is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and other foreign ob- jects. f Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter as- sembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance. f On multi-bladed lawnmowers, take care as rotating one blade can cause other blades to rotate. f Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. f Avoid operating the machine in wet grass, where feasible. f Walk, never run. f Working on banks can be dangerous. – Do not mow excessively steep slopes. – Always be sure of your footing on slopes or wet grass. – Mow across the face of slopes – never up and down. – Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. – Use extreme caution when stepping back or pulling the machine towards you. – Never mow by pulling the mower towards you. STOP OBJ_BUCH-1393-001.book Page 15 Friday, April 15, 2011 10:36 AM16 | English F 016 L70 798 | (15.4.11) Bosch Power Tools f Stop the blades if the machine has to be tilt- ed for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass and when transporting the machine to and from the area to be mowed. f Do not tilt the machine when starting or switching on the motor, except if the ma- chine has to be tilted for starting in long grass. In this case, do not tilt it more than ab- solutely necessary and tilt only the part which is away from the operator. Always en- sure that both hands are in the operating po- sition before returning the machine to the ground. f Switch on the motor according to the in- structions with feet well away from rotating parts. f Do not put hands or feet near or under rotat- ing parts. f Always stand clear of the discharge zone when operating the machine. f Never pick up or carry the machine while the motor is running. f Never operate the appliance with defective guards or shields, or without safety devices, for example deflectors and/or grass catchers in place. f Be careful during adjustment of the lawn- mower to prevent entrapment of the feet and hands between moving blades and fixed parts of the lawnmower. f Keep supply cables and extension cables away from the blade. The blade can cause damage to the cables and lead to contact with live parts. Beware electric shock hazard. Remove the plug from the socket: – whenever you leave the machine, – before clearing a blockage, – before checking, cleaning or working on the machine, – after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for damage and make repairs as necessary, – if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately). Power supply f The voltage indicated on the rating plate must correspond to the voltage of the power source. f 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. f Only use or replace power supply cables for this unit which correspond to the types indi- cated by the manufacturer. See the operat- ing instructions for the order no. and types. f Never touch the mains plug with wet hands. f Do not run over, crush or pull the power sup- ply cable or extension lead, otherwise it may be damaged. Protect the cable from heat, oil and sharp edges. f The extension lead must have a cross section in accordance with the operating instruc- tions and be protected against splashed wa- ter. The connection must not be in water. f Always wear gardening gloves when handling or working near the sharp blades. Maintenance f Always wear gardening gloves when han- dling or working near the sharp blades. f Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure that the machine is in safe working con- dition. f Check the grassbox/bag frequently for wear or deterioration. f Examine the machine and replace worn or damaged parts for safety. f Ensure replacement parts fitted are Bosch approved. Product Description and Speci- fications Read all safety warnings and all in- structions. Failure to follow the warn- ings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious inju- ry. OBJ_BUCH-1393-001.book Page 16 Friday, April 15, 2011 10:36 AMEnglish | 17 Bosch Power Tools F 016 L70 798 | (15.4.11) Intended Use The garden product is intended for domestic lawn mowing. Delivery Scope Carefully remove the garden product from its packaging and check if the following parts are complete: – Lawnmower with handle assembly – Handle bottom – 2 Bolts (fitted to handle bottom) – 2 Wing nuts (fitted to handle bottom) – 2 Pivot pins (fitted to handle bottom) – 2 Pivot covers (fitted to handle bottom) – 2 Grassbox parts (ASM 32) – Grassbox (ASM 32 F) – Operating instructions When parts are missing or damaged, please con- tact your dealer. When fully assembled the garden product weighs approximately 8.5–11.0 kg. If necessary, obtain assistance to remove from packaging. Take care when removing from packaging or car- rying the garden product to the lawn, as the blades are sharp. Product Features The numbering of the garden product features refers to the illustration of the garden product on the graphics page. 1 Handle top 2 Switch lever 3 Safety button 4 Power plug ** 5 Cable restraint*/ ** 6 Handle bottom 7 Serial number 8 Grassbox 9 Height of cut lever 10 Ventilation slots 11 Handle stop 12 Pivot cover 13 Pivot pin 14 Extension cable* 15 Blade 16 Cutting cylinder 17 Adjuster screw *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 acces- sories program. ** country specific Technical Data Cylinder Mower ASM 32 ASM 32 F Article number 3 600 H89 A.. 3 600 H89 B.. Rated power input W400340 Blade width cm 32 32 Height of cut mm 12 – 32 12 – 32 Grassbox, capacity l3123 Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003 kg 11.0 8.5 Protection class /II /II Serial number See serial number 7 (type plate) on the machine The values given are valid for a nominal voltage [U] of 230 V. For different voltages and models for specific countries, these values can vary. Please observe the article number on the type plate of your garden product. The trade names of the individual garden products may vary. OBJ_BUCH-1393-001.book Page 17 Friday, April 15, 2011 10:36 AM18 | English F 016 L70 798 | (15.4.11) Bosch Power Tools Noise/Vibration Information Measured sound values determined according to EN 60335. Typically the A-weighted noise levels of the product are: Sound pressure level 79 dB(A); sound power level 92 dB(A). Uncertainty K=2dB. Vibration total values a

(triax vector sum) and uncertainty K determined according to EN 60335:

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 accord- ing to the provisions of the directives 2004/108/EC, 2006/42/EC, 2000/14/EC. 2000/14/EC: Guaranteed sound power level 96 dB(A). Conformity assessment procedure according to Annex VI. Equipment category: 32 Notified body: SRL, Sudbury, England, Nr. 1088 Technical file at: Bosch Lawn and Garden Ltd., PT-LG/EAE, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1EY, England Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen

Assembly f Warning! Switch off, remove plug from mains before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is cut, damaged or entangled. For Your Safety f The blades continue to rotate for a few sec- onds after the machine is switched off. f Caution – do not touch the rotating blades. Electrical Safety Your machine is double insulated for safety and requires no earth connection. The operating voltage is 230 V AC, 50 Hz (for non-EU countries 220 V, 240 V as applicable). Only use approved extension cables. Contact your Bosch Service Centre for details. Extension cords/leads should only be used if they comply with H05VV-F, H05RN-F types or IEC type design (60227 IEC 53, 60245 IEC 57). If you want to use an extension cable when op- erating your product, only the following cable di- mensions should be used: –1.0mm

: max. length 100 m 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 accord- ance with prescribed safety regulations. If in doubt contact a qualified electrician or the nearest Bosch Service Centre. f WARNING! Inadequate extension cables can be dangerous. Extension cable, plug and socket must be of watertight construc- tion and intended for outdoor use. Cable connections should be kept dry and off the ground. It is recommended for increased electrical safe- ty to use a Residual Current Device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA. Al- ways check your RCD every time you use it. For products not sold in GB:

WARNING: For your safety, it is required that

the plug attached to the machine is connected with the extension cord. The coupling of the ex- tension 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. Dr. Egbert Schneider Senior Vice President Engineering Dr. Eckerhard Strötgen Head of Product Certification OBJ_BUCH-1393-001.book Page 18 Friday, April 15, 2011 10:36 AMEnglish | 19 Bosch Power Tools F 016 L70 798 | (15.4.11) The connection lead must be inspected for signs of damage at regular intervals and may only be used if in perfect condition. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be re- placed by a Bosch Service Centre. Products sold in GB only: Your product is fitted with a BS 1363/A approved electric plug with in- ternal 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 fit- ted in its place by an authorised customer serv- ice 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 in- serted into a mains socket elsewhere. Products sold in AUS and NZ only: Use a resid- ual current device (RCD) with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less. Assembly f Ensure the cables are not trapped when folding/unfolding top/bottom handles. Do not drop the handles. Handle assembly (see figure A) Fix the handle bottom 6 to the body of the mow- er using pivot pins 13. Ensure that the pivot covers 12 are fitted to the handle bottom 6. f Ensure that the handle stop 11 is fitted to the right hand side when operating the mower (ASM 32). Attach the handle top 1 with the bolts and the wing nuts to the handle bottom 6. Note: Ensure that the cable clip supplied is used to fix the cable to the handle. Attach cable to cable restraint 5 ensuring that sufficient cable slack is available. (see figure B) Remove transport packaging/label from the mower, the blades will require adjustment – see “Blade Maintenance (see figure G)”. Snap together the grassbox and fitting/remov- ing the grassbox (ASM 32) (see figure C1) Snap together the grassbox and fitting/remov- ing the grassbox (ASM 32 F) (see figure C2) Snap together the grassbox. Attach/remove the grassbox as shown. Adjusting the Cutting Height (see figure D) f Stop, release switch lever and wait until the motor stops before adjusting height. The blades continue to rotate after the machine is switched off, a rotating blade can cause in- jury. The lawnmower can be set to several cutting heights. For this purpose, press the height of cut lever 9 outward (n) then move up or down (o) to the desired cutting height while supporting the weight of the mover with the other hand. For the first cutting of the season, a high cutting height should be selected. Operation Starting f The blade continues to rotate for a few sec- onds after the machine is switched off. Al- low the motor/blade to stop rotating before switching “on” again. f Do not rapidly switch off and on. Note: To aid starting push handle down to lift front wheels. Starting (see figure E) n Press and hold the safety button 3. o Squeeze the switch lever 2 towards the handle. Release the safety button 3. Stopping Release the switch lever 2. n o Snap together both top and bottom half of the grassbox. p Attach/remove the grassbox as shown.

OBJ_BUCH-1393-001.book Page 19 Friday, April 15, 2011 10:36 AM20 | English F 016 L70 798 | (15.4.11) Bosch Power Tools Mowing (see figure F) Place the garden product on the edge of the lawn, as close to the power point as possible. Work away from the power point. Position the cable to opposite side (already done) at the end of each turn. The blades may require adjustment, particularly before first use – see “Blade Maintenance (see figure G)”. When mowing do not allow the motor to labour particularly in heavy conditions. When the motor labours the speed of the motor drops and you will hear a change in the motor sound, when this occurs stop mowing, release the switch lever 2 and raise the height of cut. Failure to do so will could damage the machine. Troubleshooting The following chart lists problem symptoms, possible causes and corrective action, if your garden product does not operate properly. If these do not identify and correct the problem, contact your service agent. f Warning: Switch off and remove plug from mains before investigating fault. Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Garden product fails to operate Power turned off Turn power on Mains socket faulty Use another socket Extension cable damaged Inspect cable, replace if dam- aged Fuse faulty/blown Replace fuse Garden product functions intermittently Extension cable damaged Inspect cable, replace if dam- aged Internal wiring of garden prod- uct damaged Contact Service Agent Garden product labours or belt squeals Height of cut too low Increase height of cut (see “Ad- justing the Cutting Height (see figure D)”) Blades off cut Adjust blades Garden product leaves ragged finish Cutting blade blunt Contact Service Agent Blades off cut Adjust blades Cutting blade not rotating Cutting blade obstructed Switch off garden product Clear obstruction (always wear gardening gloves) Belt is slipping or is damaged Contact Service Agent Excessive vibrations/noise Cutting blade damaged Contact Service Agent Cutting blades not adjusted evenly Adjust blades Poor collection Mowing in wet conditions Allow grass to dry OBJ_BUCH-1393-001.book Page 20 Friday, April 15, 2011 10:36 AMEnglish | 21 Bosch Power Tools F 016 L70 798 | (15.4.11) Maintenance and Service Maintenance and Cleaning f Stop, remove plug from the power supply and remove the grassbox. f Always wear gardening gloves when han- dling or working near the sharp blades. Note: To ensure long and reliable service, carry out the following maintenance regularly. Regularly check for obvious defects such as loose, dislodged or damaged blades, loose fix- ings, and worn or damaged components. Check that covers and guards are undamaged and correctly fitted. Carry out necessary mainte- nance or repairs before using. If the garden product should happen to fail de- spite the care taken in manufacture and testing, repair should be carried out by an authorised customer service agent for Bosch garden prod- ucts. In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always include the 10-digit article number given on the type plate of the garden product. Blade Maintenance (see figure G) f Stop, remove plug from the power supply and remove the grassbox. f Always wear gardening gloves when han- dling or working near the sharp blades. The cutting cylinder should be adjusted if the grass is not cut cleanly and evenly. Turn the garden product upside down. Using a screwdriver turn both the adjuster screws 17 clockwise a little at a time until the cutting cylinder 16 lightly brushes the bottom blade 15. Note: The blades act like a pair of shears. After Use/Storage f Stop, remove plug from the power supply and remove the grassbox. Clean the exterior of the machine thoroughly us- ing a soft brush and cloth. Do not use water, sol- vents or polishes. Remove all grass and debris, especially from the ventilation slots 10. Turn the machine on its side and clean the blade area. If grass cuttings are compacted in the blade area, remove with a wooden or plastic im- plement. f Always wear gardening gloves when han- dling or working near the sharp blades. Store the machine in a secure, dry place out of the reach of children. Do not place other objects on top of the machine. To aid storage fold the handles. (see figure H) f Ensure the cables are not trapped when folding/unfolding top/bottom handles. Do not drop the handles. After-sales Service and Customer As- sistance Our after-sales service responds to your ques- tions 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-garden.com Our customer service representatives can an- swer your questions concerning possible appli- cations and adjustment of products and acces- sories. Great Britain Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.) P.O. Box 98 Broadwater Park North Orbital Road Denham Uxbridge UB 9 5HJ Tel. Service: +44 (0844) 736 0109 Fax: +44 (0844) 736 0146 E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com OBJ_BUCH-1393-001.book Page 21 Friday, April 15, 2011 10:36 AM22 | English F 016 L70 798 | (15.4.11) Bosch Power Tools Ireland Origo Ltd. Unit 23 Magna Drive Magna Business Park City West Dublin 24 Tel. Service: +353 (01) 4 66 67 00 Fax: +353 (01) 4 66 68 88 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: +61 (01300) 307 044 Fax: +61 (01300) 307 045 Inside New Zealand: Phone: +64 (0800) 543 353 Fax: +64 (0800) 428 570 Outside AU and NZ: Phone: +61 (03) 9541 5555 www.bosch.com.au Republic of South Africa Customer service Hotline: +27 (011) 6 51 96 00 Gauteng – BSC Service Centre 35 Roper Street, New Centre Johannesburg Tel.: +27 (011) 4 93 93 75 Fax: +27 (011) 4 93 01 26 E-Mail: bsctools@icon.co.za KZN – BSC Service Centre Unit E, Almar Centre 143 Crompton Street Pinetown Tel.: +27 (031) 7 01 21 20 Fax: +27 (031) 7 01 24 46 E-Mail: bsc.dur@za.bosch.com Western Cape – BSC Service Centre Democracy Way, Prosperity Park Milnerton Tel.: +27 (021) 5 51 25 77 Fax: +27 (021) 5 51 32 23 E-Mail: bsc@zsd.co.za Bosch Headquarters Midrand, Gauteng Tel.: +27 (011) 6 51 96 00 Fax: +27 (011) 6 51 98 80 E-Mail: rbsa-hq.pts@za.bosch.com Disposal The garden product, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environmental-friendly re- cycling. Do not dispose of garden products into house- hold waste! Only for EC countries: According to the European direc- tive 2002/96/EC for Waste Electri- cal and Electronic Equipment and its implementation into national law, electrical and electronic equipment that are no longer usa- ble must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner. Subject to change without notice. OBJ_BUCH-1393-001.book Page 22 Friday, April 15, 2011 10:36 AMFrançais | 23 Bosch Power Tools F 016 L70 798 | (15.4.11)