GBL18V-71 Professional - Electric blower BOSCH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GBL18V-71 Professional BOSCH

IMPORTANT: Read Before Using

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Operating/Safety Instructions Consignes de fonctionnement/sécurité Instrucciones de funcionamiento y seguridad

GBL18V-71

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Safety SymbolsThe definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.
	This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
	DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
	WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
	CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Work area safety

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical safety

Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a

power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and / or battery

dpack, picking up or carrying the tool.

Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance both for you and the vacuum at all times. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the vacuum in unexpected situations.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and

gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

Power tool use and care

Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool's operation. If damaged,

have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instruction taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Battery tool use and care

Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure

to fire or temperature above 265^ F ( 130^ C) may cause explosion.

Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.

Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.

Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery, avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

Service

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Safety Warnings for Blower

Do not allow children to operate blower as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.

Do not charge or use the unit outdoors.

Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.

Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging

improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.

Do not use the blower if it is not working properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped in water. Return the blower to your nearest Authorized Bosch Service Center.

Do not abuse cord. Never carry charger

or base by the cord or yank to disconnect from electrical outlet. Do not allow cord to hang over edge of table or counter or to lay on hot surfaces.

Do not use or handle charger or blower with wet hands. Electric shock may occur.

Do not put any objects in ventilation openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair and anything that my reduce air flow.

Keep exhaust away from face, eyes and hair during use.

Always wear eye protection when using the blower.

Never point the nozzle at anyone when using the blower.

NEVER blow hot, burning, smoking or smoldering materials such as hot coals, cigarette butts, matches, hot ashes, etc. Fire could result.

Do not blow flammable or combustible materials such as gasoline or use in areas where such materials may be present. Fire could result.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance both for you and the blower at all times. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the blower in unexpected situations.

This blower does not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet therefore, it is always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when using your blower or when changing accessories.

Do not place the blower near fire or heat.

The batteries inside the pack may explode.

Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions. If the liquid comes in contact with skin, wash immediately with soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

Additional Safety Warnings

Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting battery pack. Inserting the battery pack into power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery hands cannot safely control the power tool.

Develop a periodic maintenance schedule for your tool. When cleaning a tool be careful not to disassemble any portion of the tool since internal wires may be misplaced or pinched or safety guard return springs may be improperly mounted.

Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may damage plastic parts.

WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Symbols

IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

Symbol Designation / Explanation
V Volts (voltage)
A Amperes (current)
Ah Amp-hour (measurement of battery capacity)
Hz Hertz (frequency, cycles per second)
W Watt (power)
kg Kilograms (weight)
min Minutes (time)
s Seconds (time)
∅	Diameter (size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.)
n0	No load speed (rotational speed at no load)
n Rated speed (maximum attainable speed)
.../min	Revolutions or reciprocation per minute (revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc. per minute)
0 Off position (zero speed, zero torque...)
1, 2, 3, ...I, II, III,	Selector settings (speed, torque or position settings. Higher number means greater speed)
0	Infinitely variable selector with off (speed is increasing from 0 setting)
→	Arrow (action in the direction of arrow)
~	Alternating current (type or a characteristic of current)
---	Direct current (type or a characteristic of current)
~	Alternating or direct current (type or a characteristic of current)
□	Class II construction (designates double insulated construction tools)
⊕	Earthing terminal (grounding terminal)

Symbols (continued)

IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

Symbol Designation / Explanation
	Designates Li-ion battery recycling program
	Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling program
	Alerts user to read manual
	Alerts user to wear eye protection
	This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.
	This symbol designates that this component is recognized by Underwriters Laboratories.
	This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.
	This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association.
	This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.
Intertek	This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.
	This symbol designates that this tool complies to NOM Mexican Standards.

Functional Description and Specifications

WARNING

Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or off position before making any assembly, adjustments or changing

accessories. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

Cordless Blower

1 On/Off switch with stage selector
2 Handle
3 Battery pack
4 Air intake
5 Motor housing
6 Regular nozzle
7 Battery unlocking button*
8 Notch for attachment connection*
9 Extension tube*
10 Bore hole nozzle*
11 Dust collection tube*
12 Bayonet lock*
13 Notch for dust collection tube*
* not shown

SECTION* tube* 1 2 FIG. 1 6 5 4 3

Model GBL18V-71
Voltage	18 V---
Battery type / chemistry Bosch	Li-ion
No load speed 17000 /min
Air speed (Max.) 167 mph (75 m/s)
Sound pressure level	71 ft3/min (2 m3/min)
Weight 3 lb (1.4 kg)
Allowed ambient temperature– during charging– during operation*/ storage	32...113 °F (0...+45 °C)–4...122 °F (–20...+50 °C)

*performance is limited at temperatures below 32 °F (0 °C)

Battery Packs/Chargers

Please refer to the charger Operating/Safety Instructions included with your tool.

WARNING

Use only Bosch 18V Li-ion BAT-series and GBA-series battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and

fire.

WARNING

For use only with Bosch BC1836, BC1880, BC3680, BC630, BC660, GAX18V-30 chargers. Use of any other chargers may create a risk of

injury and fire.

Assembly

Inserting and Releasing Battery Pack

WARNING Ensure the switch is in the off position before

inserting battery pack. Inserting the battery pack into power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

Slide charged battery pack 3 into the housing until the battery pack locks into position (Fig. 2).

Your tool is equipped with a secondary locking latch to prevent the battery pack from completely falling out of the tool housing, should it become loose due to vibration.

To remove the battery pack 3, press the battery pack release button 7 and slide the battery pack forward (Fig. 2).

Press the battery pack release button 7 again and slide the battery pack completely out of tool housing (Fig. 2).

FIG. 2 3 7 3

Mounting the Blower Attachments

WARNING Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or off position before making any assembly, adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

See the Fig. 3 for the ways of combining the different blower attachments.

FIG. 3 6 8 BOSCH 6 8 9 10 10 11

• Insert the bayonet lock 12 of the attachment firmly into the notches 8 of the motor housing or into the notches 8 of the extension tube 9.
• Turn the bayonet lock a quarter turn clockwise (Fig. 4).

FIG. 4 8 12 12

Mounting the Dust Collection Tube

• When blowing out bore holes, the drilling debris is blown in the direction of the operator. For this reason, it is recommended that you mount the dust collection tube 11 over the bore hole nozzle 10.
• Place the notches 13 of the dust collection tube 11 over the outer bayonet lock 12 of the bore hole nozzle 10.
• Turn the dust collection tube 11a quarter turn clockwise (Fig. 5).

FIG. 5 11 10 13 12

Operating Instructions

WARNING Remove the battery before cleaning or performing maintenance on the blower, making tool adjustments, changing attachments or storing the blower. This safety measure prevents the blower from being started accidentally.

Protection Against Deep Discharging

The lithium ion battery is protected against deep discharging by the "Electronic Cell Protection (ECP)". When the battery is empty, the tool is switched off by means of a protective circuit.

CAUTION Do not continue to press the trigger switch after the tool has been automatically switched off. The battery can be damaged.

Switching On and Off

To save energy, only switch the power tool on when using it.

To switch on the power tool, press the On/Off switch 1 to position I or II.

- Position I: Blowing light materials.

- Position II: Blowing heavy materials.

To switch off, push the On/Off switch 1 to the stop in position "0".

Working Advice

• This blower is intended for Household use only.
  • Always wear eye protection.
• Never blow dirt in the direction of bystanders.
• Always hold the power tool approx. 1.2 inches (30 mm) above ground when working.
• Do not blow hot, flammable, combustible or explosive material.
• Do not use blower to blow dust containing crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products.
• During "blowing" operation, make sure that no debris/impurities are drawn into the air intake 4 (Fig. 1).

Maintenance

Service

WARNING

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

Preventive maintenance performed by un - authorized personnel may result in misplacing of internal wires and components which could cause serious hazard. We recommend that all tool service be performed by a Bosch Factory Service Center or Authorized Bosch Service Station. SERVICE MEN: Disconnect tool and/or charger from power source before servicing.

Batteries

Be alert for battery packs that are nearing their end of life. If you notice decreased tool performance or significantly shorter running time between charges then it is time to replace the battery pack. Failure to do so can cause the tool to operate improperly or damage the charger.

Long term battery storage should be in the discharged state. Battery packs last longer and re-charge better when they are stored discharged. Remember to fully recharge battery packs before using after prolonged storage.

Tool Lubrication

Your Bosch tool has been properly lubricated and is ready for use.

D.C. Motors

The motor in your tool has been engineered for many hours of dependable service. To maintain peak efficiency of the motor, we recommend it be examined every six months. Only a genuine Bosch replacement motor specially designed for your tool should be used.

Cleaning

WARNING

To avoid accidents, always disconnect the

tool and/or charger from the power supply before cleaning. The tool may be cleaned most effectively with compressed dry air. Always wear safety goggles when cleaning tools with compressed air.

Ventilation openings and switch levers must be kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do not attempt to clean by inserting pointed objects through opening.

CAUTION

Certain cleaning agents and solvents damage

plastic parts. Some of these are: gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and household detergents that contain ammonia.

Accessories

WARNING

The use of any other acces so ries not specified in this manual may create a hazard.

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation ("Seller") warrants to the original purchaser only, that all BOSCH portable and benchtop power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase. SELLER'S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are effective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or misrepaired by persons other than Seller or Authorized Service Station. To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must return the complete portable or benchtop power tool product, transportation prepaid, to any BOSCH Factory Service Center or Authorized Service Station. For Authorized BOSCH Power Tool Service Stations, please refer to your phone directory.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ACCESSORY ITEMS SUCH AS CIRCULAR SAW BLADES, DRILL BITS, ROUTER BITS, JIGSAW BLADES, SANDING BELTS, GRINDING WHEELS AND OTHER RELATED ITEMS.

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. SOME STATES IN THE U.S., SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS) ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. SOME STATES IN THE U.S. AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U.S., PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY.

T HIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO PORTABLE AND BENCHTOP ELECTRIC TOOLS SOLD WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, CANADA AND THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO. FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE WITHIN OTHER COUNTRIES, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BOSCH DEALER OR IMPORTER.

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