Bosch Rotak 32 Operation instructions

Robert Bosch GmbH

Power Tools Division

70764 Leinfelden-Echterdingen

GERMANY

www.bosch-garden.com

F 016 L81 164 (2014.11) O / 12 XXX

Rotak 32

en Original instructions

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Safety Notes

Warning! Read these instructions

carefully, be familiar with the con-

trols and the proper use of the ma-

chine. Please keep the instructions

safe for later use!

Explanation of symbols

General hazard safety alert.

Read instruction manual.

Pay attention that bystanders

are not injured through foreign

objects thrown from the ma-

chine.

Warning: Keep a safe distance

from the machine when operat-

ing.

Caution: Do not touch rotating

blades.Sharpblade(s).Beware

of severing toes or fingers.

Switch off and remove plug

from mains before adjusting,

cleaning or if the cable is entan-

gled and before leaving the garden

product unattended for any period.

Keep the supply flexible cord away

from the cutting blades.

Not applicable.

Wait until all machine compo-

nents have completely stopped

before touching them. The

blades continue to rotate after the ma-

chine is switched off, a rotating blade

can cause injury.

Do not use the machine in the

rain or leave it outdoors when it

is raining.

Beware electric shock hazard.

Keep supply flexible cord away

from cutting means.

Operation

Never allow children or people unfa-

miliar with these instructions to use

the machine. Local regulations may

restrictthe ageof theoperator. When

not in use store the machine out of

reach of children.

This machine is not intended for use

by persons (including children) with

reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities,orlackofexperienceand

knowledge, unless they have been

given supervision or instruction con-

cerning use of the machine by a per-

son responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to en-

sure that they do not play with the

machine.

Never mow while people, especially

children, or pets are nearby.

The operator or user is responsible

for accidents or hazards occurring to

other people or their property.

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Do not operate the machine when

barefoot or wearing open sandals, al-

ways wear substantial footwear and

long trousers.

Thoroughly inspect the area where

themachine isto beused andremove

all stones, sticks, wires, bones and

other foreign objects.

Before using, always visually inspect

to see that the blades, blade bolts

and cutter assembly are not worn or

damaged. Replace worn or damaged

blades and bolts in sets to preserve

balance.

Mow only in daylight or in good artifi-

cial light.

Avoid mowing in bad weather condi-

tionsespeciallywhen thereis arisk of

lightning.

Avoid operating the machine in wet

grass, where feasible.

Walk, never run.

Never operate the appliance with de-

fective guards or shields, or without

safety devices, for example deflec-

tors and/or grass catchers in place.

Working on banks can be dangerous.

– Do not mow on excessively steep

slopes.

– Always be sure of your footing on

slopes or wet grass.

– Mow across the face of slopes – nev-

er up and down.

– Exercise extreme caution when

changing direction on slopes.

Use extreme caution when stepping

back or pulling the machine towards

you.

Never mow by pulling the mower to-

wards you.

Stop the blades if the machine has to

be tilted for transportation when

crossing surfaces other than grass

and when transporting the machine

to and from the area to be mowed.

Do not tilt the machine when starting

or switching on the motor, except if

the machine has to be tilted for start-

ing in long grass. In this case, do not

tilt it more than absolutely necessary

and tilt only the part which is away

from the operator. Always ensure

that both hands are in the operating

position before returning the ma-

chine to the ground.

Switch on the motor according to the

instructions with feet well away from

rotating parts.

Do not put hands or feet near or un-

der rotating parts.

Always stand clear of the discharge

zone when operating the machine.

Never pick up or carry the machine

while the motor is running.

Do not modify this product. Unau-

thorized modifications may impair

the safety of your product and may

result in increased noise and vibra-

tion.

Regularly inspect the supply cable

and any extension cables. Do not con-

nect damaged cables to the supply or

touch a damaged cable before it is

disconnected from the supply. A

damaged cable can lead to contact

with live parts. Beware electric shock

hazard.

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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,

– afterstrikingaforeignobject. Inspect

the machine for damage and make re-

pairs as necessary,

– if the machine starts to vibrate abnor-

mally (check immediately).

Connecting to the mains

The voltage indicated on the rating

plate must correspond to the voltage

of the power source.

We recommend that this equipment

is only connected into a socket which

is protected by a circuit-breaker that

would be actuated by a 30 mA residu-

al current.

Only use or replace power supply ca-

bles for this unit 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.

Do not run over, crush or pull the

power supply cord or extension cord,

otherwise it may be damaged. Pro-

tectthecablefromheat,oilandsharp

edges.

The extension lead must have a cross

section in accordance with the oper-

ating instructions and be protected

against splashed water. The connec-

tion must not be in water.

Always wear gardening gloves when

handling or working near the sharp

blades.

Electrical Safety

Warning! Switch off, remove plug

from mains before adjusting,

cleaning or if cable is cut, damaged

or entangled.

The blades continue to rotate for a

few seconds after the machine is

switched off.

Caution – do not touch the rotating

blade.

Your machine is double insulated for

safety and requires no earth connec-

tion.Theoperating voltageis230 VAC,

50 Hz (for non-EU countries 220 V,

240 V as applicable). Only use ap-

proved extension cables. Contact your

Bosch Service Centre for details.

Extension cords/leads should only be

used if they comply with H05VV-F,

H05RN-F types or IEC type design

(60227 IEC 53, 60245 IEC 57).

If you want to use an extension cable

when operating your product, only the

following cable dimensions should be

used:

– 1.0 mm2: max. length 40 m

– 1.5 mm2: max. length 60 m

– 2.5 mm2: max. length 100 m

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.

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If in doubt contact a qualified electri-

cian or the nearest Bosch Service Cen-

tre.

WARNING! Inadequate extension

cables can be dangerous. Exten-

sion cable, plug and socket must be

of watertight construction and in-

tended for outdoor use.

Cable connections should be kept dry

and off the ground.

It is recommended for increased elec-

trical safety to use a Residual Current

Device (RCD) with a tripping current of

not more than 30 mA. Always check

your RCD every time you use it.

For products not sold in GB:

WARNING: For your safety, it is re-

quired that the plug attached to the ma-

chine is connected with the extension

cord. The coupling of the extension

cord must be protected against splash

water, be made of rubber or coated

with rubber. The extension cord must

be used with a cable strain relief.

The connection lead must be inspected

for signs of damage at regular intervals

and may only be used if in perfect con-

dition.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must

be replaced by a Bosch Service Centre.

Products sold in GB only: Your prod-

uctisfittedwithaBS 1363/Aapproved

electric plug with internal fuse (ASTA

approved to BS 1362).

Ifthe plugis notsuitable foryour socket

outlets, it should be cut off and an ap-

propriate plug fitted in its place by an

authorised customer service agent.

The replacement plug should have the

same fuse rating as the original plug.

The severed plug must be disposed of

to avoid a possible shock hazard and

should never be inserted into a mains

socket elsewhere.

Products sold in AUS and NZ only:

Use a residual current device (RCD)

with a rated residual current of 30 mA

or less.

Maintenance

Always wear gardening gloves

when handling or working near the

sharp blades.

Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight

to be sure that the machine is in safe

working condition.

Check the grass catcher frequently

for wear or deterioration.

Examine the machine and replace

worn or damaged parts for safety.

Ensurereplacement cuttingmeansof

the right type are used.

Ensure replacement parts fitted are

Bosch approved.

Before storage ensure machine is

clean and free from debries, if neces-

sary clean with a soft, dry brush.

Symbols

The following symbols are important for reading and under-

standing the operating instructions. Please take note of the

symbols and their meaning. The correct interpretation of the

symbols will help you to use the garden product in a better

and safer manner.

Symbol Meaning

Movement direction

Reaction direction

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Intended Use

The garden product is intended for domestic lawnmowing.

Technical Data

Noise/Vibration Information

Sound emission values determined according to

EN 60335-2-77.

Typically the A-weighted noise levels of the product are:

Sound pressure level 79 dB(A); sound power level 93 dB (A).

Uncertainty K =1 dB.

Vibration total values ah(triax vector sum) and uncertainty K

determined according to EN 60335:

ah<2.5m/s2, K =1.5 m/s2.

Declaration of Conformity

We declare under our sole responsibility that the product de-

scribed under “Technical Data” is in conformity with all rele-

vant provisions of the directives 2011/65/EU, 2014/30/EU,

2006/42/EC, 2000/14/EC including their amendments and

complies with the following standards: EN 60335-1,

EN 60335-2-77.

2000/14/EC: Guaranteed sound power level 94 dB(A). Con-

formity assessment procedure according to Annex VI.

Equipment category: 32

Notified body:

TÜV Rheinland Intercert Kft., Budapest, Hungary, Nr. 1008

Technical file (2006/42/EC, 2000/14/EC) at:

Bosch Lawn and Garden Ltd., PT-LG/ENS23,

Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1EY, England

Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division

70764 Leinfelden-Echterdingen, GERMANY

19.11.2014

Mounting and Operation

Wear protective gloves

Weight

Switching On

Switching Off

Permitted action

Prohibited action

Accessories/Spare Parts

Lawnmower Rotak 32

Article number 3 600 H85 B..

Rated power input W1200

Blade width cm 32

Height of cut mm 20 – 60

Grassbox, capacity l31

Weight according to

EPTA-Procedure 01/2003 kg 7.0

Protection class /II

Serial number see type plate on

the garden product

The values given are valid for a nominal voltage [U] of 230 V. For differ-

ent voltages and models for specific countries, these values can vary.

Please observe the article number on the type plate of your garden prod-

uct. The trade names of the individual garden products may vary.

Symbol Meaning

Henk Becker

Executive Vice President

Engineering

Helmut Heinzelmann

Head of Product Certification

PT/ETM9

Action Figure Page

Delivery Scope 19

Handle Assembly 29

Snap together the Grassbox 39

Grassbox fitting/removing 39

Adjusting the Cutting Height 410

Connecting the Extension Lead 510

Starting 510

Stopping 510

Working Advice 5–6 10–11

Blade Maintenance 711

Selecting Accessories 711

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Troubleshooting

After-sales Service and Application

Service

www.bosch-garden.com

In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always

include the 10-digit article number given on the type plate of

the garden product.

Great Britain

Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)

P.O. Box 98

Broadwater Park

North Orbital Road

Denham

Uxbridge

UB 9 5HJ

At www.bosch-pt.co.uk you can order spare parts or arrange

the collection of a product in need of servicing or repair.

Tel. Service: (0344) 7360109

E-Mail: [email protected]

Ireland

Origo Ltd.

Unit 23 Magna Drive

Magna Business Park

City West

Dublin 24

Tel. Service: (01) 4666700

Fax: (01) 4666888

STOP

Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action

Motor refuses to start Power turned off Turn power on

Mains socket faulty Use another socket

Extension cable damaged Inspect cable, replace if damaged

Fuse faulty/blown Replace fuse

Possible clogging Check underneath the garden product and

clear out as necessary (always wear protective

gloves)

Motor protector has activated Allow motor to cool and increase height of cut

Mowing too low for the conditions Increase height of cut

Machine functions

intermittently

Extension cable damaged Inspect cable, replace if damaged

Internal wiring of machine damaged Contact Service Agent

Motor protector has activated Allow motor to cool and increase height of cut

Machine leaves ragged finish

and/or

Motor labours

Height of cut too low Increase height of cut

Cutting blade blunt Replace the blade

Possible clogging Check underneath the garden product and

clear out as necessary (always wear protective

gloves)

Blade fitted upside down Refit blade correctly

Blade not rotating while garden

product switched on

Cutting blade obstructed Switch off garden product

Clear obstruction (always wear protective

gloves)

Blade nut/bolt loose Tighten blade nut/bolt (17 Nm)

Excessive vibrations/noise Blade nut/bolt loose Tighten blade nut/bolt (17 Nm)

Cutting blade damaged Replace the blade

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Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands

Robert Bosch Australia Pty. Ltd.

Power Tools

Locked Bag 66

Clayton South VIC 3169

Customer Contact Center

Inside Australia:

Phone: (01300) 307044

Fax: (01300) 307045

Inside New Zealand:

Phone: (0800) 543353

Fax: (0800) 428570

Outside AU and NZ:

Phone: +61 3 95415555

www.bosch.com.au

Republic of South Africa

Customer service

Hotline: (011) 6519600

Gauteng – BSC Service Centre

35 Roper Street, New Centre

Johannesburg

Tel.: (011) 4939375

Fax: (011) 4930126

E-Mail: [email protected]

KZN – BSC Service Centre

Unit E, Almar Centre

143 Crompton Street

Pinetown

Tel.: (031) 7012120

Fax: (031) 7012446

E-Mail: [email protected]

Western Cape – BSC Service Centre

Democracy Way, Prosperity Park

Milnerton

Tel.: (021) 5512577

Fax: (021) 5513223

E-Mail: [email protected]

Bosch Headquarters

Midrand, Gauteng

Tel.: (011) 6519600

Fax: (011) 6519880

E-Mail: rbsa-hq.pt[email protected]

Disposal

Do not dispose of garden products into household waste!

Only for EC countries:

According to the European directive

2012/19/EU for Waste Electrical and Elec-

tronicEquipmentanditsimplementationinto

national law, electrical and electronic equip-

ment that are no longer usable must be col-

lected separately and disposed of in an envi-

ronmentally correct manner.

Subject to change without notice.

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