Bosch GL30 Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

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Safety Information

This vacuum cleaner complies with recognised rules of technology and relevant safety regulations.

Intended Use: Domestic use only, up to 2000 metres above sea level. Use only as per instructions.

Prohibited Uses: Do not use for vacuum-cleaning persons or animals, or for vacuuming:

• Hazardous, sharp-edged, hot, or glowing substances.
• Damp or liquid substances.
• Highly flammable or explosive substances and gases.
• Ash, soot from tiled stoves and central heating systems.
• Toner dust from printers and copiers.

Spare Parts, Accessories, Dust Bags: Recommend using only original Bosch spare parts, accessories, and dust bags for optimal performance and longevity. Using inferior parts may damage the appliance and void the warranty.

Appliance Usage:

• May be used by children over 8 and persons with reduced capacity if supervised and instructed.
• Children must not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning/maintenance by children only under supervision.
• Keep plastic bags/films away from children (suffocation risk).
• Connect and use according to rating plate.
• Never vacuum without dust bag/container, motor protection, or exhaust filter (risk of damage).
• Keep appliance away from head when using nozzles/tubes (risk of injury).
• When vacuuming stairs, appliance must be below user.
• Do not carry by power cord or hose.
• If power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by manufacturer or qualified personnel.
• For use longer than 30 minutes, pull out power cord completely.
• Disconnect by pulling the plug, not the cord.
• Do not pull cord over sharp edges or trap it.
• Ensure plug is not thrown during cord retraction. Use plug to guide cord.
• Unplug before any maintenance.
• Do not operate if damaged; unplug if fault detected.
• Repairs by authorised personnel only.
• Protect from weather, moisture, heat.
• Do not pour flammable/alcohol substances onto filters.
• Not suitable for construction sites (rubble damage).
• Switch off and unplug when not in use.
• Dispose of unusable appliance appropriately at end of life.
• Mains socket must be protected by at least a 16 Amp circuit breaker.
• To prevent circuit breaker tripping, select lowest power setting first, then increase.

Your Vacuum Cleaner

Diagram showing the Bosch GL30 vacuum cleaner and its components:

• 1. Adjustable floor tool
• 2. Hard-floor brush
• 3. Hose hand grip
• 4. Flexible hose
• 5. Telescopic tube with adjusting sleeve
• 6. Power cord
• 7. Parking aid
• 8. Locking lever
• 9. Exhaust grille
• 10. Dust bag
• 11. Exhaust filter*
• 12. Motor protection filter, washable
• 13. Carrying handle
• 14. Dust bag compartment lid
• 15. Dust bag change indicator
• 16. Storage aid (on underside of appliance)
• 17. On/off button and power controller
• 18. Crevice nozzle
• 19. Upholstery nozzle
• 20. Hard furnishing brush

Replacement Parts and Special Accessories

A. Dust bag: For best results, use genuine Bosch dust bags (e.g., GALL). Contains 4 dust bags with fasteners. Genuine bags ensure optimal performance and meet EU energy label figures. Inferior bags can affect service life and performance. Warranty claims require genuine Bosch bags. More info/order at www.bosch-home.com/dust-bag.

B. Hard floor brush BBZ123HD: For vacuuming hard floors like parquet, tiles, terracotta.

Before Using Your Appliance for the First Time

Figure 1: Connect the hand grip to the flexible hose and lock it. To remove, press catches and pull.

Initial Use

Figure 2: Connect the flexible hose adapter to the vacuum cleaner's air intake opening until it locks. To remove, press catches and pull.

Figure 3: Connect the hand grip to the telescopic tube. To remove, turn slightly and pull.

Figure 4: Connect the telescopic tube to the floor tool. To release, turn slightly and pull.

Figure 5: Adjust telescopic tube length by moving the slider button.

Figure 6: Pull out the power cord to the required length and plug into the mains socket.

Figure 7: Switch the vacuum cleaner on by pressing the ON/OFF button.

Figure 8: Control suction level by turning the control knob:

• Low power range: For delicate materials (upholstery, curtains). [Information]
• Medium power range: For daily vacuuming of light dirt. [Information]
• High power range: For durable floor coverings, hard floors, heavily soiled surfaces. [Information]

Vacuuming

Caution: Floor tools can wear down. Check underside regularly. Worn tools may damage sensitive floors. Manufacturer not liable for damage from worn tools.

Figure 9: Set adjustable floor nozzle for rugs/carpets or hard floors. [Information] For large particles, vacuum successively and carefully; raise nozzle if needed.

Figure 10: Attach accessories:

• a) Crevice nozzle for crevices and corners.
• b) Upholstery nozzle for upholstered furniture, curtains.
• c) Hard furnishing brush.

Figure 11: Use parking aid on the back to temporarily stop vacuuming. Slide floor tool hook into rear recess after switching off.

Figure 12: Carry the appliance by the handle to overcome obstacles like steps.

When the Work is Done

Figure 13: a) Pull out the mains plug. b) Briefly pull and release the power cord for automatic retraction.

Figure 14: For storage/transport, use the underside storage aid. a) Stand appliance upright. b) Slide floor tool hook into rear recess.

Changing the Filter

Caution: Always switch off the appliance before changing the filter.

Replacing the dust bag:

• Figure 15: Change dust bag when indicator is full (even if not full) or if blockages are suspected. Detach hand grip to clear blockages.
• Figure 16: Open lid by pulling locking lever.
• Figure 17: Remove dust bag by pulling locking tab. Insert new bag and push fully into holder. Lid only closes with a bag inserted.

Cleaning the motor protection filter:

• Figure 18: Open lid. Release filter by pulling sideways. Clean by tapping out dirt. Rinse if very dirty. Dry for at least 24 hours. Refit and lock.

Replacing the exhaust filter:

• Micro-hygiene filter: Replace with filter pack. Figure 19: Remove filter holder, remove micro-hygiene filter. Rinse filter if needed, dry for at least 24 hours. Insert new filter and holder.
• HEPA filter: Replace annually. Figure 20: Remove HEPA filter. Insert new HEPA filter.

After vacuuming fine dust, clean motor protection filter and replace micro-hygiene/HEPA filter if necessary.

Care

Always switch off and unplug before cleaning. Clean appliance and plastic accessories with ordinary plastic cleaner.

Do not use: abrasive materials, glass-cleaning agents, or all-purpose cleaning products. Never immerse the vacuum cleaner in water.

Dust compartment can be cleaned with another vacuum or dry duster/brush.

Subject to technical modifications.

Customer Service

GB Great Britain: BSH Home Appliances Ltd., Grand Union House, Old Wolverton Road, Wolverton, Milton Keynes MK12 5PT. Visit www.bosch-home.co.uk or call 0844 892 8979* for visits, parts, accessories, or advice. (*Call charges apply).

HK Hong Kong: BSH Home Appliances Limited, Unit 1 & 2, 3rd Floor, North Block, Skyway House, 3 Sham Mong Road, Tai Kok Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong. Tel: 2565 6151, Fax: 2565 6681, mailto:bosch.hk.service@bshg.com, www.bosch-home.cn.

SG Singapore: BSH Home Appliances Pte. Ltd., TECHPLACE I and, Mo Kio Avenue 10, Block 4012 #01-01, 569628 Singapore. Tel: 6751 5000, Fax: 6751 5005, mailto:bshsgp.service@bshg.com, www.bosch-home.com.sg.

Disposal Information

This appliance is labelled according to European Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE). This guideline establishes the framework for return and recycling of used appliances throughout the EU.

Packaging: Made of environmentally friendly materials, recyclable. Dispose of at an appropriate recycling point.

Old Appliance: Contains valuable materials. Take to retailer or recycling centre for recycling. Enquire locally for current disposal methods.

Disposal of Filters and Dust Bags: Manufactured from environmentally friendly materials. Can be disposed of with normal household waste unless containing prohibited substances.

Conditions of Guarantee

Guarantee conditions are set by representatives in the country of sale. Obtain details from the dealer. Sales receipt is required for guarantee claims.