Connecting To The Mains; Electrical Safety - Bosch UniversalRotak 450 Originalbetriebsanleitung

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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 change the blade as necessary.
– If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check imme-
diately).

Connecting to the mains

The voltage of the power source must correspond with
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the data on the type plate of the product.
Only use this product when connected into a socket
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which is protected by a circuit-breaker that would be ac-
tuated by a 30 mA residual current.
Only use or replace power supply cables for this unit
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which correspond to the types indicated by the manufac-
turer. See the operating instructions for the order no. and
types.
Never touch the mains plug with wet hands.
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Do not run over, crush or pull the power supply cord or
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extension cord, otherwise it may be damaged. Protect the
cable from heat, oil and sharp edges.
The extension lead must have a cross section in accord-
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ance with the operating instructions and be protected
against splashed water. The connection must not be in
water.
Always wear gardening gloves when handling or work-
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ing near the sharp blade/tines.

Electrical Safety

Warning! Switch the product off and pull the
mains plug before any maintenance or
cleaning. The same applies when the mains
cable is damaged, cut or entangled.
The blade/tines continues to rotate for a few seconds
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after the machine is switched off.
Caution do not touch the rotating blade/tines.
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Your product 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). Contact
your Bosch Service Centre for details. If in doubt contact a
qualified electrician or the nearest Bosch Service Centre.
For electrical safety use a Residual Current Device (RCD)
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with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA. Always
check your RCD every time you use it.
Keep the supply cables away from moving hazardous parts
and avoid damage to the cables; this can lead to contact with
live parts.
The connections (plugs and sockets) should be kept dry and
off the ground.
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The supply cables must be inspected for signs of damage at
regular intervals and may only be used if in perfect condi-
tion.
If the supply cable on the product is damaged, it must only
be replaced by a Bosch Service Centre. Only use approved
extension cables.
Use only extension cords, cables, leads and cable reels that
comply with EN 61242/IEC 61242 or IEC 60884-2-7 and
are of type H05VV-F or H05RN-F.
If you want to use an extension cable when operating your
product, only the following cable dimensions should be
used:
– Nominal conductor area of 1.25 mm
– Maximum length 30 m for a Cord Extension Set or max-
imum length of 60 m for a Cable Reel with Residual Cur-
rent Device (RCD).
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 accordance with prescribed safety regulations.
If in doubt contact a qualified electrician or the nearest
Bosch Service Centre.
WARNING! Inadequate extension cables can
be dangerous. Extension cable, plug and
socket must be of watertight construction
and intended for outdoor use.
Maintenance
Always wear gardening gloves when handling or work-
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ing near the sharp blades.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure safe work-
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ing with the product.
Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deteriora-
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tion.
Inspect the product and replace worn or damaged parts
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for safety.
Ensure replacement cutting means of the right type are
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used.
Ensure replacement parts fitted are Bosch-approved.
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Before storing, make sure that the product is clean and
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free of residue. If necessary, clean with a soft dry brush.
Symbols
The following symbols are important for reading and under-
standing the original instructions. Please take note of the
symbols and their meaning. The correct interpretation of the
symbols will help you to use the product in a better and safer
manner.
Symbol Meaning
Movement direction
Reaction direction
2 2
or 1.5 mm
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