GAA12V-21N - Charger BOSCH - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Portable power adapter / charger
Brand	Bosch
Model	GAA12V-21N
Rated voltage	10,8V / 12V MAX
USB output power	5V DC, 2.1 A max
Compatible battery type	Bosch BAT414 or batteries listed
Ports	1 USB port, 1 heated jacket port
Main functions	Charging USB devices, powering Bosch heated jacket
USB activation	"USB ON" button (long press 3 s)
Dimensions (approx.)	10 x 6 x 3 cm
Weight (approx.)	200 g (without battery)
Mounting	Integrated belt clip
Care and cleaning	Wipe with a soft damp cloth; do not immerse
Safety	Do not expose to rain; disconnect battery when not in use
Repairability	Only to an authorized Bosch service center
Warranty	1 year (parts and labor)
Included accessories	None (battery and cables not included)
Standards	Certified UL, CSA, Intertek (depending on version)

Frequently Asked Questions - GAA12V-21N BOSCH

What types of batteries can I use with the Bosch GAA12V-21N?

Only use Bosch BAT414 batteries or the batteries listed in the manual. Using other batteries may present a risk of failure, injury, or fire.

How do I activate the USB port to charge a device?

Plug your USB cable into the adapter port, then press the USB ON button for 3 seconds. The port remains active as long as a device is connected, up to a maximum of 2 hours.

Can I charge my smartphone with this adapter?

Yes, provided that your smartphone requires 5V DC power and does not exceed 2.1 A. Most phones are compatible.

How do I connect a Bosch heated jacket to the adapter?

Plug the power cable of the heated jacket into the designated port on the adapter. Make sure the battery is charged and the adapter is on.

What should I do if the USB port does not charge my device?

Check that the battery is charged and the cable is properly connected. Press the USB ON button again. If the problem persists, test with another device or cable.

Is the adapter waterproof?

No, it is not waterproof. Do not expose it to rain or moisture. If it becomes wet, disconnect the battery and let it dry before reuse.

How do I clean the adapter?

Wipe off dirt with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Do not use solvents or cleaning products. Never immerse the device in water.

Where can I have my adapter repaired?

Have any repairs performed by an authorized Bosch service center. Do not attempt to disassemble the device yourself.

What is the warranty period?

The warranty is one year from the date of purchase for defects in materials or workmanship. It does not cover accessories or damage due to misuse.

Can I use the adapter to charge other types of batteries?

No, the adapter is designed only to power USB devices or a Bosch heated jacket. It does not charge batteries. Use an appropriate Bosch charger to recharge your battery packs.

USER MANUAL GAA12V-21N BOSCH

IMPORTANT Read Before Using

IMPORTANT Lire avant usage

IMPORTANTE Leer antes de usar

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Operating/Safety Instructions Consignes d'utilisation/de sécurité Instrucciones de funcionamiento y seguridad

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For English Version See page 2

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 indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could 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

▶ Personal safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when using the portable power adapter. Do not use while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention may result in serious personal injury.

Do not expose portable power adapter to rain or wet conditions. Portable power adapter is not waterproof. Water will increase the risk of electric shock.

Do not use portable power adapter with uninterrupted power sources (e.g. 12VDC automotive outlets, automotive charger. Use of uninterrupted power sources may create a risk of portable power adapter malfunctions, injury and fire.

Do not plug power source to USB port or heating element power port on the portable power adapter. The portable power adapter is not designed as a charger to charge the battery pack. Charging the battery pack through the portable power adapter create a risk of injury and fire.

▶ Product use and care

Disconnect the battery pack from the portable power adapter when not in use. Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of injury.

Store out of reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with these instructions to use portable power adapter. Portable power adapter misuse can result in personal injury and property damage hazards.

Periodically check portable power adapter for wear and damage to parts. If damage or excessive wear is discovered, have the portable power adapter repaired before use.

▶ Battery tool use and care

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.

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small objects that can make a connection

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

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.

If battery release tabs are cracked or otherwise damaged, do not insert into tool. Battery can fall out during operation.

▶ Service

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

Safety Rules for Portable Power Adapter

Use only with Bosch BAT414 or the batteries listed in the battery/charger list. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of jacket malfunctions, injury and fire.

Disconnect battery when not in use or when battery is moist or wet. Moisture could damage the battery pack and create a risk of fire.

Disconnect and remove battery pack and portable power adapter from Bosch heated jacket pocket before washing. Wetting of the battery pack and portable power adapter can result in product damage, injury or fire.

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)
---	Direct current (type or a characteristic of current)
	Alerts user to read manual
	Alerts user to wear eye protection
	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, to United States and Canadian Standards.
	This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.
	Designates Li-ion battery recycling program

Functional Description and Specifications

1. Portable power adapter (GAA12V-21).
2. "USB ON" button
3. USB port
4. Heated jacket power port
5. Belt clip
6. Bosch 12V battery (not included)
7. Battery release tabs

Model number GAA12V-21

Voltage rating 10.8V/12V MAX

Battery packs/Chargers

Please refer to the Battery/Charger List included with your tool.

Assembly

▶ Inserting and Releasing Battery Pack

WARNING

Use only with Bosch BAT414 or the

batteries listed in the battery/charger list. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of jacket malfunctions, injury and fire.

WARNING

If battery release tabs are cracked or

otherwise damaged, do not insert into portable power adapter. Battery can fall out during operation.

To insert the battery, align battery and slide battery pack into the portable power adapter until it locks into position. Do not force.

Release battery pack from the portable power adapter unit by pressing on both sides of the battery release tabs and

pull downward.

Operating Instructions

▶ Charging External USB Devices

WARNING

Do not connect any device that is not

compatible with 5VDC, 2.1A power source to the USB port on the portable power adapter. Charging of non-compatible devices may create a risk of portable power adapter malfunction.

You can use the USB ports on the

portable power adapter to increase the battery runtime of various battery-operated USB devices, e.g. mobile phone, MP3 player or tablet PC.

Ensure that your external USB device can be charged using the USB port on the portable power adapter.

To use the USB cord supplied with your personal device, plug the USB cable into the USB port and the other end into your device. To activate or wake-up the

Operating Instructions

USB power port, press the "USB ON" button for 3 seconds.

When pressed, the USB port will determine if a device is plugged in. If so, the USB port will remain on as long as the device is attached for a maximum of 2 hours. If after 60 seconds, the port does not detect a device initially connected, it will deactivate, or go to sleep, conserving battery power.

The portable power adapter can be placed within the portable power adapter pocket or can be attached to the user's belt with the convenient belt clip.

device may create a risk of fire or personal injury.

1. Plug the heated jacket power cable into the heated jacket power port of the portable power adapter.
2. Press the power button and heat level controller of the heated jacket once for each heat level.
3. Slide the portable power adapter into the pocket provided in the garment or hang the portable power adapter on your belt using the belt clip.

▶ Connecting the Heated Jacket Power Cable

Connect only Bosch heated jacket heating

element power cable to the heating element power port of the portable power adapter. Connecting any other

Maintenance

To reduce the risk of injury, always unplug

the portable power adapter and remove the battery pack before performing any maintenance. Never disassemble the battery pack or portable power adapter. Contact a Bosch service facility for all repairs.

Keep the portable power adapter, battery and charger clean at all times.

Do not immerse the portable power adapter, battery and charger into water or other fluids.

Wipe off debris using a moist and soft cloth. Do not use any cleaning agents or solvents.

The battery is not serviceable and should be repaired by an authorized service center.

Troubleshooting Guide

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 defective 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.

THIS 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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