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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Measure
Blades get stuck in a thick
branch
Low battery capacity
Too hard wood
Too big diameter
Wrong cutting position
Grip the upper handle only and remove the tool
by tilting the blade.
Recharge tool, if necessary.
Power-assisted cutting does not activate with LED flashing when cutting is attempted:
LED flashes red 3 times Wood being cut is too thick/hard Try cutting in a thinner area of the branch.
Battery charge is too low Recharge battery.
LED flashes red twice Battery temperature too high Ambient temperature too high (do not leave
tool in direct sunlight).
Wait 10–15 minutes to let battery cool down.
Battery temperature too low Ambient temperature too low (do not use tool
when outside temperatures are below -20°C).
Store tool inside, when not in use.
LED flashes red once Battery charge is too low Recharge battery.
LED solid green then
flashes red fast
Power-assisted cutting system defective Contact Service Agent.
LED flashes red fast when
cut is attempted
Time between cuts too short Slow down between two consecutive cuts.
Maintenance and Service
Maintenance, Cleaning and Storage
u For safe and proper working, always keep the product
clean.
u Always wear protective gloves when using, adjusting or
cleaning the tool
If the battery is no longer working, please contact an author-
ised after-sales service agent for Bosch power tools.
The spring (4) located between the handles is NOT ex-
changeable and SHOULD NOT be removed. Failure to fol-
low this warning may lead to serious injury.
Changing the blade (see figures D1–D4)
Replacement blade: F016800475
Unlock the tool using safety lock (6).
Use Allen key provided with replacement blade to remove
the blade screw (8) and bushing (11) together, and thus re-
lease the blade.
Insert new blade (1) as shown. Now, insert bushing (11) to-
gether with screw (8) and tighten using Allen key.
After oruning/storage
Clean the exterior of tool thoroughly using a soft brush and
cloth. Do not use water, solvents or polishes. Remove all
debris.
Always lubricate the cutting blade with protective spray be-
fore storage.
Store the tool in a secure, dry place out of reach of children
with the safety lock (6) engaged. Do not leave the tool out-
side, when not in use. Do not place other objects on top of
the tool
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 nameplate
of the 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: boschservicecentre@bosch.com
Ireland
Origo Ltd.
Unit 23 Magna Drive
Magna Business Park
City West
Dublin 24
Tel. Service: (01) 4666700
Fax: (01) 4666888
Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands
Robert Bosch Australia Pty. Ltd.
Power Tools
Locked Bag 66
Clayton South VIC 3169
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