Bosch BSA.UC User manual

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Use and Care Manual
For Household Use Only
Notice d’utilisation et d’entretien
Usage domestique uniquement
Manual de instrucciones y cuidado
Sólo para uso doméstico
BSA....UC Vacuum cleaner
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Use and Care Manual.....................................................................3
Notice d’utilisation et d’entretien................................................22
Manual de instrucciones y cuidado ............................................41
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Important Safeguards
Use as directed
NOTE
This vacuum cleaner is intended for use in the home and not for industrial purposes.
The vacuum cleaner must be used exclusively in accordance with the
specifications stated in the instructions.
The manufacturer shall not be held liable for any damages which arise from use
which is not as directed or has been caused by an incorrect operation of the vacuum
cleaner. Therefore, please ensure that the following information is observed and heeded.
Safety information
- To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
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!WARNING
Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner in the presence of flammable or combustible
vapors.
Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to
the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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!CAUTION
 Do operate the appliance only with original dust bags or original dust collector.
Do operate the appliance only by using original spare parts, accessories or
optional accessories.
Do only use as described in this manual.
Do connect and start up the vacuum cleaner only in accordance with the information
stipulated on the identification plate.
Do protect the vacuum cleaner from external weather conditions, dampness and heat
sources.
Do switch off and unplug the appliance before any assembly, cleaning and before
servicing.
Do supervise children whenever they are around an operating appliance to prevent
injury to the child and possible damage from misuse of the appliance.
 Do switch off and unplug the appliance if suction stops or at the event of any
other fault.
Do always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting either hose or
motorized nozzle.
Do keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
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Do turn off all controls before unplugging.
Do use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
Do hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding.
Do unplug before connecting the Turbo Universal floor brush.
Do fully extend the power cord if the appliance is to be used continously for several
hours.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
The hose contains electrical wires. Do not use when damaged, cut, or punctured.
Avoid picking up sharp objects.
Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
 Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near
children.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service
center.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free
of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
Do not vaccum up damp substances or liquids to avoid electrical shock hazards.
Do not operate the brush on or next to people or animals or let the tube or nozzles get
close to your face or head to prevent entanglement or possible injury from flying debris.
Do not operate the vacuum if any part of it is damaged to prevent injury to the operator
or bystanders.
Do not use machine as a step.
Do not re-use or wash the filters except the filters of dust collector.
Do not remove any screws.
Do not vaccum up sharp objects to prevent injuries when opening or emptying the
appliance.
Do not use a damaged vaccum appliance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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1 Adjustable floor nozzle*
2 Hard floor nozzle*
3 2-part steel tube*
4 Combination nozzle
5 Attachment support for the
combination nozzle
6 Telescopic tube*
7 Sliding sleeve
8 Hose grip
9 Suction hose
10 Plug
11 On / off switch with
electronic suction regulator
12 Parking aid
13 Dust collector or alternatively
14 Dust bag
15 Microsan filter
16 Storing aid
17 Lid
18 Handle
19 Exhaust grid
*Depending on version
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Lock the suction hose into the suction opening
Connect the handle and the suction tube.
Connect the floor nozzle and the suction tube.
Connect the 2-part steel tube
*Depending on version
Starting up
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Slide the attachment support on to the
combination nozzle and clip on to the suction
/ telescopic pipe
Take the cord by the plug and pull out the desired
length and then plug into the socket.
!Caution: Pull the cord to its fullest extension if
the appliance is expected to be used continously
for several hours.
Switch on/off the vacuum cleaner by pressing the
on/off button with your hand or your foot
Unlock the telescopic tube and adjust to the desired
length by moving the adjusting button/sliding sleeve
up or down.
*Depending on version
*
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Suction
Adjusting the floor nozzle:
For cleaning rugs and carpet =>
For cleaning hard floors =>
This enables an optimum cleaning effect for the
different flooring.
Vacuuming with accessories
(connect to the handle or the suction tube as required)
Combination nozzle
For vacuuming in corners, joints, upholstery,
curtains etc.
Set the level of suction by turning the on/off button left
or right.
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When taking brief vacuuming pauses, you can use the
parking aid on the back of the appliance.
Push the hook on the floor nozzle in to the recess
on the back of the appliance.
Hard floor nozzle
For vacuuming hard floor surfaces (tile, wood etc)
*Depending on version
The appliance can be carried using the two grips. This
is especially useful when vacuuming stairs or reaching
up to the ceiling.
*
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After use
To store / transport the appliance, you can use the
storing aid on the underside of the appliance.
Stand the appliance up straight.
Push the hook on the floor nozzle in to the recess
on the underside of the appliance.
Pull out the plug from the socket.
Pull briefly on the cord and then let go
(the cord rolls up automatically)
When removing the suction hose, press the
latch and pull out the hose.
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Set the power setting to maximum for the best results
when vacuuming.
We recommend that you reduce the setting only when
vacuuming very delicate materials.
Emptying the dust collector
To achieve an optimal result when vacuuming, the dust
collector should be emptied each time the vacuum
cleaner is used.
Open the vacuum cleaner lid by moving the locking
lever in the direction of the arrow.
Pull out the dust collector carrying handle in the
direction of the arrow.
Remove the dust collector from the vacuum cleaner
using the carrying handle.
Using the dust collector
You have purchased a floor vacuum cleaner which can vacuum up any type of dry dirt
using the dust collector or dust bag.
We recommend that you use
– the dust collector for dirt generated by DIY projects in particular, such as dust from
drilling, cement dust or sawdust.
– the dust bag principally for everyday household cleaning.
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Open the base and empty the dust collector by
pressing the lid lock in the direction of the arrow.
If the base is very dirty (thick dirt), clean this first, e.g. by
vacuuming it with the crevice nozzle.
(You must fit the dust bag in the vacuum cleaner
when you do this)
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Close the base.
Refit the dust collector to the vacuum cleaner, push in
the carrying handle and close the lid.
The inside of the dust collector may become scratched with use and
start to look opaque. This does not, however, affect the performance of the
vacuum cleaner in any way, i.e. it will continue to function as normal.
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Cleaning the permanent filters and microfilters
When must the filters be cleaned:
After any operating problem, i.e. after a blockage is
cleared.
At least every six months.
Unlock the filter holder by pressing the two lugs in the
direction of the arrow and open it.
Remove the microfilter and permanent filter and wash
them by hand.
!Caution: After hand washing, both the
permanent filter and the white fleece filter
may only be replaced after a drying time of
approximately 24 hours
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Blockages
Removing a blockage in the dust collector.
Unfasten the 4 snaplocks by pushing them
in the direction of the arrow and remove the dust
collector lid. Loosen the blockage, e.g. with a
screwdriver, and tap or vacuum it out.
You must fit a dust bag in the vacuum cleaner
before vacuuming it out.
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Put the dust collector lid back on and push in the
direction of the arrow until you hear the 4 clasps
lock into place.
!Caution: The microfilters and permanent filters
must be cleaned after every blockage.
CLICK!
CLICK!
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Using dust bags
If necessary, a dust bag can be used instead of the
dust collector.
Open the dust bag compartment cover
Remove the dust collector and insert a dust bag.
Close the dust bag compartment cover.
You have bought an extremely powerful device. The highest suction setting is therefore
only recommended for heavily soiled, short-pile carpets and hard floors.
The desired level of suction can be adjusted to any level using the suction regulator
switch.
Low suction range:
For vacuuming delicate fabrics, e.g. curtains.
Middle suction range:
For daily vacuuming of lightly soiled floors.
High suction range:
For vacuuming durable floor coverings, hard floors and for heavily soiled surfaces.
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If suction diminishes considerably, the dust bag
must be replaced, even if it is not yet full. In this case
it is essential to change the dust bag due to the type
of material it contains.
Turn the dust compartment locking lever in the
direction of the arrow to open the vacuum cleaner
lid.
Seal and remove the dust bag by pulling on the cover
clip
Replacing the dust bag
Insert the new dust bag in the holding fixture,
up to the stop.
Attention: Cover will only close if a paper filter is
inserted! After vacuuming fine dust particles
(e.g. cement, plaster, etc.), clean the motor filter
and replace the Microsan filter if necessary.
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Maintenance
Before the appliance is cleaned, ensure that it has been switched off and
unplugged.
Vacuum cleaners and accessories made of plastic can be cleaned using a damp
cloth.
Do not use scouring agents, glass or all-purpose cleaners.
Never immerse the vacuum cleaner in water!
If necessary, the dust compartment can be cleaned using another vacuum cleaner,
or simply cleaned with a dry dust cloth / dust brush.
Subject to change without notice.
Replacing the Hepa filter
If your vacuum cleaner is equipped with a Hepa filter,
this should be replaced once a year.
Open the dust compartment lid.
Remove the Hepa filter from the guide.
Insert the new Hepa filter into the vacuum cleaner
and close the lid.
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Spare parts and optional extras
Dust bag MEGAfilt®SuperTEX BBZ51AFG1UC
Contents:
5 x dust bags MEGAfilt®SuperTEX with fasteners and
1 Microsan filter
HEPA Filter BBZ8SF1UC
additional filter for pure exhaust air.
Recommended for those with allergies.
Replace every year.
Micro-/Activated Charcoal filter BBZ8KF1UC
Combination of micro filter and activated charcoal
filter.
The thick layer of activated charcoal prevents any
disturbing odors for a long period of time (replace
every 6 month).
TURBO-UNIVERSAL-floor brush BBZ28TBUC
Suitable for all floors. Brushes and vacuums in one
step. Flattened piles are restored.
No marks are left in the piles. Lifts fluff, threads and
hair with ease.
The brush roller is driven by the suction force of the
vacuum cleaner. No electrical connection required.
Hard floor nozzle BBZ120HDUC
With extra soft bristles for all delicate wooden or other
hard floors (tile, stone, etc.)
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