USER MANUAL Rechargeable Vacuum Cleaner

This appliance is intended for domestic use only. This appliance is intended for use up to a maximum height of 2000 metres above sea level. Only use this vacuum cleaner in accordance with the instructions in this instruction manual.
In order to prevent injuries and damage, the vacuum cleaner must not be used for:
− Hazardous, sharp-edged, hot or red-hot substances.
− Damp or liquid substances.
− Highly lammable or explosive substances and gases.
− Ash, soot from tiled stoves and central heating systems.
− Toner dust from printers and copiers.
Our original spare parts, original (special) accessories are designed to work with the features and requirements of our vacuum cleaners. We therefore recommend that you only use our original spare parts, original (special) accessories. This will ensure that your vacuum cleaner has a long service life and that the quality of its cleaning performance will remain consistently high throughout.
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Caution: Before using the vacuum cleaner for the first time, the batteries must be charged for at least 6 hours.
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Battery charging status indicator
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The battery charging status indicator for the appliance corresponds to one of the two following variants:
a) The indicator shows the charging status of the battery.

b) The indicator LEDs show the charging status of the battery.



When the final LED lashes, the battery must be recharged.
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Controlling the suction level
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To change the suction power, slide the on/off switch to the desired position:
• Power level 1------------ 1
Vacuuming without the electric brush switched on. For routine cleaning tasks and particularly low operating noise. The appliance achieves the maximum run time at this level.
• Power level 2 -----------2
Vacuuming at normal power and with the electric brush switched on. For difficult cleaning tasks at an average run time.
* Depending on model
• Power Level 3 / Turbo Mode -----------------3 / Turbo
Vacuuming at full power and with the electric brush switched on. For stubborn cleaning tasks on all surfaces (carpets, in particular) and when using an optional accessory. The appliance achieves a shorter run time at this level.
The runtime time stated here may vary due to charge status, battery temperature and battery age etc.

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Caution: When the appliance is left standing, it must be switched off, because if the brush is turning while the appliance is standing still, it could cause damage to the floor covering.
Vacuuming with accessories
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a) Fasten the carrying strap to the short handle provided.
b) Remove the long handle from the main housing .
c) Insert the short handle and lock it in place.
d) Remove the hand-held vacuum cleaner from the floor nozzle.Fig. 2
e) Plug the accessory adapter into the hand-held vacuum cleaner and lock it in place.
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Fit nozzles as required to the flexible hose with the accessory adapter handle:
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Emptying the dust container
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In order to achieve the best possible vacuuming results, the dust container should be emptied after every use or, at the latest, when dust at one point in the dust container has reached the marking.
We recommend that you not ill the dust container beyond the marking, as this leads to considerable soiling of the filter.
When emptying the dust container, always check how dirty the outer filter unit is and, if necessary, clean it as detailed in the "Cleaning the outer filter unit" instructions. Fig. 16
Caution: The filter can only be cleaned if the appliance is switched off.
Never vacuum without the outer filter unit and its fitted filter cartridge.
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Caution: If you notice any resistance when inserting the dust container, check that the filter is complete and that the filter unit and dust container are correctly seated.
Caution: The filter can only be cleaned if the appliance is switched off.
Your appliance is equipped with a "Sensor Control" function.
This function constantly monitors whether your vacuum cleaner is working at its optimum power level. The indicator light lets you know when you need to clean the filter cartridge, so that the appliance can reach its optimum power level once more.
Fig. 15 Sensor Control

The indicator lights up blue or is off when the appliance is working at its optimum level. Once the indicator turns red and lashes, the outer filter unit and filter cartridge must be cleaned.
The appliance is automatically adjusted to power level 1.
Fig. 16 Cleaning the outer filter unit

The outer filter unit should be cleaned at regular intervals in order to ensure optimum operation of the vacuum cleaner.
a) It is usually sufficient to lightly shake or tap out the whole filter unit when the dust container is emptied in order to dislodge any particles of dirt.
b) If this is not sufficient, you can use a dry cloth to remove dirt particles from the surface.
Fig. 17 Cleaning the filter cartridge


a) Turn the filter cartridge lid anti-clockwise and remove the filter cartridge from the filter unit.
b) Firstly, clean the filter cartridge by tapping out the dirt.
c) Pull out the foam filter from the motor protection and rinse separately. Allow the foam filter and motor protection filter to dry completely (approx. 24 hours)
d) After fitting the foam filter, insert the filter cartridge into the dust container.
e) Insert the filter cartridge into the filter unit and lock it by turning the lid clockwise.
If, after hand-washing the filter cartridge, the "Sensor Control" indicator lashes red again, the filter cartridge is so heavily soiled that it must be washed in a washing machine. Use a gentle programme at max. 30 °C and the lowest spin speed.
New filters can be obtained from our after-sales service, if required.
Before carrying out any maintenance, switch off the vacuum cleaner and disconnect it from the charging cable.
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a) Release the brush roller using the release button and pull it sideways out of the floor tool.
b) Using the groove provided, cut through threads and hairs wound round the rollers with scissors and then remove them.
c) Push the brush roller in sideways along the guide rod in the floor tool and lock in place using the release button.
Caution: The floor tool must only be put into operation with the brush roller fitted.
Before cleaning the hand vacuum cleaner, it must be switched off and disconnected from the charging cable. The vacuum cleaner and plastic accessories can be cleaned with an ordinary plastic cleaner.
Caution: Do not use abrasive materials, glass cleaning agents or all-purpose cleaning products. Never immerse the vacuum cleaner in water.
Subject to technical modifications.
This vacuum cleaner complies with the recognized rules of technology and the relevant safety regulations.
>= There is a risk of suffocation.
Proper use
>= This may damage the vacuum cleaner.
=> This could cause injury.
− If you have accidentally vacuumed up some liquid or liquid has entered the inside of the appliance;
− If the appliance has been dropped and damaged.
=> Vacuuming up building rubble may damage the appliance.
Batteries
Your appliance is fitted with lithium-ion batteries which, for safety reasons, are only accessible to professional repair specialists.
For battery replacement, please contact your nearest after-sales centre or an authorized specialist dealer.
Notes on transport
The lithium-ion batteries in the appliance are subject to the requirements of dangerous goods legislation. The batteries can be transported by the user by road without any further requirements. In the event that they are dispatched by a third party (e.g. transported by air or freight carrier), special requirements regarding packaging and identiication must be met. In this case, a dangerous goods expert must be consulted when preparing the goods for dispatch.
Reference file: Bosch BBH6POWGB Rechargeable Vacuum Cleaner Athlet ProPower 28Vmax
Additionally, the document applies to other Bosch models: BBH5 .. ., BBH6 ..., BCH6 ...