BOSCH BCS712HYG (01) PDF MANUAL

BOSCH BCS712HYG (01) PDF SUMMARY:

How do I register my new device?

Register your new device on MyBosch to get free benefits.

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Where can I find additional information about my appliance or accessory?

Scan the QR code or visit the website to open the Further Notices for Use. Additional information about the appliance or accessory can be found there.

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What are the safety precautions I should take when using the cordless handstick vacuum cleaner?

Read the instruction manual carefully and keep it and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner. Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit. Only use the appliance with genuine parts and accessories, as damage caused by using third-party products is not covered under the warranty. Use the appliance for cleaning surfaces in private households and in enclosed spaces in a domestic environment at room temperature, and up to an altitude of max. 2000 m above sea level. Only use the mopping nozzle with genuine parts and microfibre mopping pads – BHZUPAD1, for vacuuming and mopping smooth, moisture-resistant hard floors and for applications that are described in the instructions.

Do not use the appliance for vacuum-cleaning persons or animals, for vacuuming up harmful, sharp-edged, hot or burning substances, for vacuuming up damp substances or liquids, for vacuuming up highly flammable or explosive materials and gases, for vacuuming up ash or soot from stoves and central heating systems, for vacuuming up toner dust from printers and photocopiers, or for vacuuming up building rubble. Do not use the mopping nozzle to clean unsealed/untreated floors and cork floors, to clean very rough surfaces (e.g. concrete, asphalt), to clean carpets, upholstery and mattresses, or to vacuum up liquids or sticky, viscous substances.

Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when cleaning it. The appliance may be used by children aged 8 or over and by people who have reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or inadequate experience and/or knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the appliance safely and have understood the resulting dangers. Do not let children play with the appliance, and cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children unless they are being supervised. Never let the power cord come into contact with hot appliance parts or heat sources, or with sharp points or edges, and never kink, crush or modify the power cord.

Connect and operate the charging cable and the quick charger only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate, and connect them to a power supply with alternating current only via a properly installed socket with earthing. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff, and only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance. Never operate a damaged appliance or an appliance with a cracked or fractured surface, and call customer services if needed. Only use the appliance in enclosed spaces, and never expose it to intense heat or humidity. Do not use steam- or high-pressure cleaners to clean the appliance, and do not apply flammable substances or substances containing alcohol to the filter. When cleaning the appliance, do not use flammable substances or substances that contain alcohol.

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What should I keep away from the appliance and its moving parts?

Keep clothing, hair, fingers and other body parts away from the openings on the appliance and the moving parts. Never point the pipe or the nozzles towards eyes, hair, ears or mouths.

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What precautions should I take regarding children and the appliance?

Ensure that children do not play with the appliance, even when it is in the base station. Keep packaging material away from children and do not let them play with it.

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What should people with electronic implants keep in mind?

Persons with electronic implants must stand at least 10 cm away from the appliance.

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What are the safety measures for the battery?

Protect the battery against fire, heat and constant sunlight, as well as against water and penetrating moisture. Never open the battery. When not in use, keep the battery away from metal objects, e.g. paper clips, coins, keys, nails or screws. If fumes are escaping from a damaged battery, supply fresh air, and if there are any problems, seek medical advice from a doctor. If liquids are escaping from a damaged battery and they come into contact with the skin, rinse immediately with water, and if these come into contact with the eyes, seek medical help.

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What should I avoid when mopping floors?

Do not clean excessively wet floors, and do not immerse the appliance in liquids or hold it under running water. Allow damp floors to dry, and proceed carefully on damp stairs and flooring.

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What should I keep away from rotating parts?

Keep hands, hair, clothing and utensils away from rotating parts. Do not mop up sharp-edged or pointed objects.

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What should I check and do with wet or damaged objects?

Check and clean any wet objects and replace damaged objects.

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What should I check regularly on the nozzles?

Regularly check the running surfaces of the nozzles for wear and replace worn nozzles.

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When should I not use the nozzle?

Never use the nozzle without the brush roller in place and never operate the appliance without the filter unit. Do not store the nozzle at temperatures below 5 °C.

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What should I do with the water tank after use?

Empty the water tank after use.

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What should I do after using the appliance?

After using the appliance, disconnect the nozzle and wipe it dry with an absorbent cloth, and allow the nozzle to dry completely in a well-ventilated location. Do not expose the nozzle to water spray or immerse it under water.

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When should I ensure mopping pads are properly attached?

Never use the nozzle without properly attached mopping pads. Clean and check the mopping pads before use.

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How long should I leave the appliance in one position with the nozzle and wet mopping pads attached?

Do not leave the appliance in one position for more than 1 minute with the nozzle and wet mopping pads attached, regardless of whether the appliance is switched on or off. Remove wet mopping pads from the nozzle after use.

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What are the parts of the appliance?

The parts of the appliance include:

• Water tank
• Water tank release button
• Water control button
• LED status indicator
• Dust container
• Fluff filter
• Cartridge filter
• Power control and on/off switch
• Status display
• Dust container release button
• Storage hook
• Flexible suction pipe
• Foot release
• Universal floor nozzle with free-standing function
• Mopping pads

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What should I check before installing the base station?

Check whether any household wiring could be damaged in the installation area. Do not install the base station horizontally or vertically above, below or next to a socket.

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What are the guidelines for charging the appliance?

Only charge the battery in chargers that are recommended by the manufacturer, and only use the battery in connection with the Bosch appliance. Charge the battery using the original charging cable or the original quick charger. Only use batteries from the Power for ALL 18 V series.

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What factors affect battery runtime?

The following modes affect the battery runtime:

• Eco mode with non-electrical accessory
• Eco mode with electrical floor nozzle
• Auto mode with electrical floor nozzle
• Turbo mode with electrical floor nozzle

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What are the battery runtimes for the 3.0 Ah battery?

• Mode 1: Eco mode with non-electrical accessory – up to 40 min
• Mode 2: Eco mode with electrical floor nozzle – up to 30 min
• Mode 3: Auto mode with electrical floor nozzle – up to 15 min
• Mode 4: Turbo mode with electrical floor nozzle – up to 8 min

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What should I know about the wear of Li-ion batteries?

Like every Li-ion battery, the batteries from the Power for ALL 18 V series wear out over time, meaning that the battery capacity and the runtime decrease. This is a natural aging process and not the result of a material error, manufacturing error or material defect.

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How can I delay the natural wear of the battery?

• Only charge the battery in the temperature range between 0 °C and 45 °C.
• Only store the battery in the temperature range between -20 °C and 50 °C.
• Do not store the battery for an extended period of time if it is fully charged or fully discharged.

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What are the parts of the mopping nozzle?

• Mopping nozzle release button
• Water tank release button
• Water tank
• Mopping pads
• LED status indicator
• Water control button
• Filling opening
• Valve pin

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What are the guidelines for filling the water tank?

The use of water alone is sufficient for effective cleaning. If you want to use a cleaning additive, it must meet the following requirements. Do not fill with hot water above 50 °C. Dose cleaning additives according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use wax, oils or cleaning additives that cannot be diluted with water, and do not use any non-transparent, milky, chlorinated, acidic and foaming cleaning additives (e.g. dishwasher detergent). Only use neutral multi-purpose cleaning agents. Close the filling lid completely before inserting the water tank, and wipe up any residual water on the water tank with an absorbent cloth.

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When should I avoid attaching the mopping pads?

When the appliance is switched on, do not attach the mopping pads.

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What is the best mode to use for mopping?

Use the automatic mode for the best mopping results and a longer run time.

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How do I activate the water boost function?

Press and hold the water control button for at least 3 seconds. The LED status indicator flashes slowly and the water boost function is activated. Note that the water boost stops automatically after 30 seconds, and the automatic water supply is then activated again.

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How do I keep the appliance working efficiently?

To keep your appliance working efficiently for a long time, it is important to clean and maintain it carefully.

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How often should I clean the filter unit?

It is recommended cleaning the filter of the dust container whenever you empty the container. It should however be done at least once a month. Never allow the filters to come into contact with liquids.

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How often should I change the mopping pads?

To achieve optimum cleaning results, change the mopping pads every 6 months. Immediately change heavily soiled or damaged mopping pads.

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Table: Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Cause	Solution
The appliance is not working.	The battery has not been inserted correctly.	Insert the battery correctly.
	The battery has not been charged.	Charge the battery.
The red fault indicator lights up.	The battery has overheated or overcooled.	Switch off the appliance and disconnect the appliance from the power supply. Wait until battery has reached room temperature.
	The appliance has overheated or overcooled.	Switch off the appliance and disconnect the appliance from the power supply. Wait until the appliance has reached room temperature.
No charging function.	Incorrect charger was used.	Only use the charger that is included.
The dust container cannot be inserted.	The filter unit is not complete.	Check whether the filter unit is complete.
	The filter unit or dust container is not positioned correctly.	Check whether the filter unit and dust container are inserted correctly.
Suction is reduced.	The filter is blocked.	Switch off the appliance and disconnect the appliance from the power supply. Clean the filter unit.
	Nozzle or suction pipe is blocked.	Switch off the appliance and disconnect the appliance from the power supply. Check whether the air channel from the nozzle to the appliance is blocked.
		Empty the dust container. Clean the filter unit. Once the appliance has cooled down, switch the appliance back on.
The accessory does not work.	The accessory is not connected correctly.	Switch off the main unit. Check that the accessory is correctly connected.
	The main unit is switched off.	Switch the main unit on.
	The battery has not been sufficiently charged.	Charge the main unit’s battery.
The water supply is not working.	The water supply is switched off.	Briefly press the water control button. The LED status indicator lights up and the mopping pads are moistened.
	Water tank is not inserted correctly.	Switch off the main unit. Push the water tank into the nozzle from the front until it audibly clicks into place.
The nozzle is leaking.	The water tank has not been inserted correctly.	Switch off the main unit. Insert the water tank into the nozzle correctly.
Odours have formed in the appliance.	The main unit is soiled.	Switch off the appliance. Clean the dust container. Clean and dry the filters.
	The nozzle is soiled.	Switch off the appliance. Clean the mopping pads. Clean the water tank. Clean the accessory.
Streak-formation on a cleaned floor.	Incorrect use of cleaning additives.	Clean the water tank. Refill the water tank. Use a low quantity of cleaning additive.

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How should I dispose of the old appliance?

Dispose of the appliance in an environmentally friendly manner. Information about current disposal methods is available from your specialist dealer or local authority. This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.

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How should I dispose of batteries?

Batteries should be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner and should not be disposed of in household rubbish. According to the European Guideline 2006/66/EC, defective or used battery packs/batteries must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.

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Where can I find detailed information on the warranty period and terms of warranty?

Detailed information on the warranty period and terms of warranty in your country is available from the after-sales service, your retailer or on the website. The contact details for Customer Service can be found in the enclosed Customer Service directory or on the website.