Problem
Possible Cause
Power turned off
Mains socket faulty
Extension cable damaged
Fuse faulty / blown
Motor protector has activated
Product runs intermit-
Extension cable damaged
tently
Internal wiring of product defective
On/Off switch defective
Motor protector has activated
Excessive vibrations/
Product defective or blocked
noise
Product does not blow/
Tube obstructed
vacuum
Tube cannot be moun-
Incorrect assembly
ted on the product
Vacuuming speed
Collection bag full
slows down
Bag inlet connector obstructed
Fan/volute blocked with debris.
Whistling sound in the
Fan/volute blocked with debris.
vacuum tube
Machine does not blow Fan obstructed
Variable speed not
Component fault
working
Maintenance and Service
Maintenance, cleaning and Storage (see figures
P and Q)
Before any work on the product, disconnect supply
u
cord from the mains.
For safe and proper working, always keep the product
u
clean.
For optimum use, clean the fan and the area around the fan
after each use.
To ensure safe and efficient operation, always keep the
product and the ventilation slots clean.
Remove dirt on the product or the collection bag with a
moist cloth or stiff brush.
Never spray the product with water.
Never immerse the product in water.
Store the product in a secure, dry place, out of the reach of
children.
Do not place other objects on the product.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure safe working
with the product.
Bosch Power Tools
Corrective Measure
Turn power on.
Use another socket.
Inspect cable, replace if damaged.
Replace fuse.
Allow motor to cool down and check that fan is
not blocked.
Inspect cable, replace if damaged.
Contact Service Agent.
Contact Service Agent.
Allow motor to cool down and check that fan is
not blocked.
Check the fan area for debris and clean if neces-
sary. Contact Service agent if no difference iden-
tified.
Clear tube.
See "assembly".
Empty collection bag.
Clear out bag inlet connector. Check fan area for
debris and clean if necessary.
Clean fan and volute. See "maintenance".
Clean fan and volute. See "maintenance".
Switch off product, pull mains plug and clear out
obstruction as necessary (wear gloves).
Contact Service Agent.
Check the collection bag frequently for wear or deteriora-
tion.
Inspect the product and replace worn or damaged parts for
safety.
Ensure replacement parts fitted are Bosch-approved.
After-Sales Service and Application Service
Our after-sales service responds to your questions concern-
ing maintenance and repair of your product as well as spare
parts. You can find explosion drawings and information on
spare parts at: www.bosch-pt.com
The Bosch product use advice team will be happy to help you
with any questions about our products and their accessor-
ies.
In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always
include the 10‑digit article number given on the nameplate
of the product.
Great Britain
Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)
P.O. Box 98
Broadwater Park
North Orbital Road
English | 19
F 016 L94 042 | (17.09.2020)