Bosch AL 1880 CV - Operation; Start-up; Charging Process; Understanding the Indicators

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Continuous Lighting of the Red Battery Charge Indicator
(2)
Continuous lighting of the red battery charge
indicator (2) indicates that the temperature of
the battery is not within the allowable charging temperature
range, see section “Technical Data”. As soon as the allowable
charging temperature range is reached, the battery charger
automatically switches to rapid charging.
Flashing Red Battery Charge Indicator (2)
A flashing red battery charge indicator (2) in-
dicates a different malfunction of the charging
procedure, see section “Troubleshooting – Causes and Cor-
rective Measures”.
Errors – Causes and Corrective Measures
Cause Corrective measure
AL 1815 CV: Battery charge indicator (3) is continu-
ously lit
1830AL 1880CV: Battery charge indicator (3) is con-
tinuously lit. Red battery charge indicator (2) is flash-
ing.
Charging not possible
The battery is not connected
(correctly)
Connect battery to charger
correctly
Battery contacts are dirty Clean battery contacts; e.g.
by connecting and discon-
necting the battery several
times. Replace battery if ne-
cessary
Battery defective Replace battery
Green battery charge indicator(3)/red battery charge
indicator (2) is not illuminated
Mains plug of the charger is
not (correctly) plugged in
Insert the mains plug into the
mains socket (completely)
Socket outlet, mains cable or
charger defective
Check mains voltage, have
charger checked if necessary
by an authorised after-sales
service centre for Bosch
power tools
Practical advice
When the charger is used continuously, or for several con-
secutive charge cycles without interruption, the charger may
heat up. This is, however, harmless and does not indicate
that the charger has a technical defect.
A significantly reduced operating time after charging indic-
ates that the battery has deteriorated and must be replaced.
Battery Cooling (Active Air Cooling) (AL 1880 CV)
The fan control unit integrated into the charger monitors the
temperature of the inserted battery. As soon as the battery
temperature is above approx. 0 °C, the battery will be cooled
by a fan. The fan generates a ventilation sound when
switched on.
If the fan does not run, it is defective or the battery temper-
ature is < 0 °C. This can increase the charging time.
Maintenance and Servicing
Maintenance and cleaning
In order to avoid safety hazards, if the power supply cord
needs to be replaced, this must be done by Bosch or by a
customer service centre that is authorised to repair Bosch
power tools.
After-sales service and advice on using products
Our after-sales service can answer questions concerning
product maintenance and repair, as well as spare parts. You
can find exploded 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 type plate of
the product.
Great Britain
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pair.
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