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Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Proper use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Your vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Replacement parts and special accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Initial use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Connecting the flexible hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Putting the handle and the telescopic tube together . . . . . . .11Inserting the telescopic tube into the floor nozzle . . . . . . . . .11Adjusting the telescopic tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Connecting the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Switch on /off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Controlling the suction level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Vacuuming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Set the adjustable floor nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Vacuuming with accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Vacuuming stairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16After vacuuming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Disconnecting the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Sliding the telescopic tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Storing and transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Removing the flexible hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Removing the telescope tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Removing the floor nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

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Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Emptying the dust container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Removing the dust container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Maintaining the dust separation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21In normal operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Cleaning the foam filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21In the event of a fault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Removing a blockage from the dust separation unit . . . . . . . .23Exhaust filter care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Cleaning a washable HEPA filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Replacing the HEPA-filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Cleaning the micro filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Cleaning instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Notes on the energy label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Costumer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31Conditions of guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

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Please keep this instruction manual. When passing the vacuumcleaner on to a third party, please also pass on this instructionmanual.

Intended use

This vacuum cleaner is intended for domestic use and not for com-mercial use. Only use this vacuum cleaner in accordance with theinstructions in this instruction manual. The manufacturer will notaccept any responsibility for damage caused by improper use or incor-rect operation.

Therefore, please note the following points.

The vacuum cleaner must only be operated with:Original replacement parts, accessories or special accessories

In order to prevent injuries and damage, the vacuum cleanermust not be used for: Vacuum-cleaning persons or animals Vacuuming up:- insects or spiders. - 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.

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Safety information

Safety information

This vacuum cleaner complies with the recognised rules of techno-logy and the relevant safety regulations.

The appliance may be used by children over the age of 8 years andby persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacity or bypersons with a lack of experience or knowledge if they aresupervised or have been instructed on the safe use of theappliance and the have understood the potential dangers of usingthe appliance. Children must never play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must never be carried out bychildren without supervision. Plastic bags and films must be kept out of the reach of childrenbefore disposal. => Risk of suffocation.

Proper use

Only connect and use the vacuum cleaner in accordance withthe specifications on the rating plate. Never vacuum without the dust bag or dust container, motorprotection or exhaust filter. => This may damage the vacuum cleaner. Always keep the vacuum cleaner away from your head whenusing nozzles and tubes.=> This could cause injury! When vacuuming stairs, the appliance must always be positio-ned below the user.Do not use the power cord or the hose to carry or transport thevacuum cleaner. For safety reasons, if this appliance's mains power cable beco-mes damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, theirafter-sales service department or a similarlyqualified person.


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If using the appliance for longer than 30 minutes, pull out thepower cord completely.When disconnecting the appliance from the mains, pull on theplug itself to remove it; do not pull on the power cord.Do not pull the power cord over sharp edges or allow it to be-come trapped. When the cable is being automatically rewound, ensure that themains plug is not thrown towards persons, body parts, animalsor objects. => Use the mains plug to guide the power cord.Pull out the mains plug before carrying out any work on thevacuum cleaner.Do not operate the vacuum cleaner if it is damaged. Unplug theappliance from the mains if a fault is detected.For safety reasons, only authorised after-sales service personnelare permitted to carry out repairs and fit replacement parts tothe vacuum cleaner.Protect the vacuum cleaner from the weather, moisture andsources of heat. Do not pour flammable substances or substances containingalcohol onto the filters (dust bag, motor protection filter,exhaust filter, etc.).The vacuum cleaner is not suitable for use on construction sites. => Vacuuming up building rubble could damage the appliance. When not in use, switch off the appliance and pull out the mainsplug.At the end of its life, the appliance should immediately be ren-dered unusable, then disposed of in an appropriate manner.

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! Please note

The mains socket must be protected by at least a 16 amp cir-cuit breaker.If a circuit breaker is tripped when you switch on the vacuumcleaner, this may be because other electrical appliances whichhave a high current draw are connected to the same power cir-cuit. To prevent the circuit breaker from tripping, select the lowestpower setting before switching the appliance on, and increasethe power only once it is running.

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Your vacuum cleaner

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1 Adjustable floor tool

2 Telescopic tube with sliding

switch but without accessory

connection

3 Flexible hose

4 Handle

5 Foam filter

6 Parking aid on the back of

the appliance

7 Exhaust filter lid

8 Power cord

9 Appliance lid

10 Foam filter lid

11 Carrying handle

12 On/Off button with

electronic suction

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13 Filter control display

(Sensor Control)

14 Dust container with

carrying handle

15 Storage aid on the

underside of the appliance

16 Fluff filter cover

17 Professional upholstery

nozzle

18 Crevice nozzle

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Replacement parts and special accessories

A TURBO-UNIVERSAL® brush for upholstery BBZ42TBAll-in-one brushing and vacuuming ofupholstered furniture, mattresses, carseats, etc. Especially suitable forpicking up pet hair. The brush roller isdriven by the suction air flow throughthe vacuum cleaner.No separate electrical connection isneeded.

B TURBO-UNIVERSAL® brush for floorsBBZ102TBBAll-in-one brushing and vacuuming ofrugs and carpets as well as all hardfloor coverings.Especially suitable for picking up pethair. The brush roller is driven by thesuction air flow of the vacuum cleaner.No separate electric connection isneeded.

C Hard-floor nozzle BBZ123HDFor vacuuming hard floors(parquet, tiles, terracotta, etc.)

D Hard-floor nozzle BBZ124HDWith 2 rotating brush rollersFor caring for expensive hard floorsand for the improved collection ofcoarse dirt.

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Initial use

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2 Putting the handle and thetelescopic tube together

Figure ●Push the handle into the telesco-pic tube.

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Connecting the flexible hose

Figure ●Push the flexible hose adapterinto the air intake opening on theappliance and lock it in place.You will hear an audible 'click'.

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Inserting the telescopic tubeinto the floor nozzle

Figure ●Push the telescopic tube into theconnecting piece of the floornozzle.

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Connecting the appliance

Figure ●Holding the power cord by theplug, pull out to the requiredlength and insert the plug intothe mains socket.

Switch on /off

Figure ● To switch the vacuum cleaner onor off, press the ON/OFF button.

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Adjusting the telescopic tube

Figure ●Unlock the telescopic tube bymoving the sliding switch in thedirection of the arrow and adjustit to the desired length. The slideresistance on carpet is at itslowest when the telescopic tubehas been completely pulled out.

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Controlling the suction levelFigure Turn the control knob to infinitelyadjust the suction level to thelevel required.

Low power range =>For vacuuming delicate materi-als, e.g. delicate upholstery, cur-tains, etc.Medium power range => For daily vacuuming of lightly soi-led floors.High power range => For vacuuming durable floorcoverings, hard floors and heavi-ly soiled surfaces.

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Vacuuming

Set the adjustable floor nozzle

Figure Rugs and carpets =>

Hard floors/parquet =>

If you are vacuuming up large par-ticles, make sure that you vacuumthem up successively and careful-ly to ensure that the vacuum chan-nel of the floor nozzle does notbecome blocked.If necessary, you should raise thenozzle in order to better vacuumup the dirt particles.

!CautionFloor nozzles are subject to acertain amount of wear, depen-ding on the type of hard floorsyou have (e.g. rough, rustictiles). You must there-fore checkthe underside of the floor nozzleat regular intervals. Worn under-sides of floor nozzles may havesharp edges that can damagesensitive hard floors, such asparquet or li-noleum. The manu-facturer does not accept any res-ponsibility for damage caused byworn floor nozzles.

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Vacuuming

Vacuuming with accessories

Attach the nozzles to the suctionpipe or handle as required:

Figure ●Crevice nozzle for vacuumingcrevices and corners, etc.●Upholstery nozzle for vacuumingupholstered furniture, curtains,etc.

Turbo BrushIf your appliance is equipped witha turbo brush, refer to the accom-panying instruction manual forinstructions on its use and main-tenance.

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Figure You can use the parking aid on theback of the vacuum cleaner if youwant to stop vacuuming for ashort time.

●After switching off the appliance,slide the hook on the floor nozz-le into the parking aid.

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After vacuuming

Vacuuming stairs

Figure When vacuuming stairs, the appli-ance must be positioned at thebottom of the stairs.

If it does not reach far enough, theappliance can also be carried usingthe carrying handle or the handleon the dust container.

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Disconneting the appliance

Figure ●Switch off the appliance.●Remove the main plug.●Briefly pull on the power cordand then let go. (The power cordretracts automatically).

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Sliding the telescopic tube

Figure ●Unlock the telescopic tube bymoving the sliding switch in thedirection of the arrow and slideone tube into the other.

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Figure To store the appliance, use thestorage aid on the underside.

●Prop up the appliance with thehose or dust container handle.●Slide the hook on the floor nozz-le into the storage aid.

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Disassembly

Removing the telescopic tube

Figure ● To release the connection, turnthe handle slightly and pull it outof the telescopic tool.

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Removing the floor nozzle

Figure ● To release the connection, turnthe telescopic tube slightly andpull it out of the floor nozzle.

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Removing the flexible hose

Figure ●To remove the flexible hose,press the two catches togetherand pull out the hose from theappliance's suction opening.

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Cleaning and care

Emptying the dust container

Figure In order to achieve the best possi-ble vacuuming results, the dustcontainer should be emptied afterevery use or, at the latest, whendust in the dust container has rea-ched the marking at any point.

!CautionThe dust container can only beremoved when the appliance is ina horizontal position. Therefore,place the appliance on the floorto unlock the release button.

Removing the dust container

Figure ●Press the release button and pullthe dust container out of theappliance using the handle.

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●Remove the lid from the dustcontainer and empty the dustcontainer.

●Put the lid back on the dust con-tainer.

●Remove any dirt which may havebeen lodged underneath thecontainer ejector opening.

● Insert the dust container in theappliance, so that it 'clicks'audibly into place.

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Cleaning and care

Maintaining the dust separati-on systemYour appliance is equipped with aSensor Control indicator. Thisfunction constantly monitorswhether your vacuum cleaner isworking at its optimum powerlevel. Fig. 20

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Figure The indicator (blue ring) flashesred when the foam filter needs tobe cleaned. The appliance isautomatically adjusted to thelowest power level.

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21 Cleaning the foam filter

Switch off the appliance.

Figure •Open the lid of the foam filter bypulling on the locking lever.

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Cleaning and care

•Remove the filter cartridge withfoam filter using the tab.

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•Remove the foam filter from thefilter cartridge and tap out bothparts.• If they are very dirty, the foam fil-ter and filter cartridge should becleaned under running water.Alternatively, the unit can be cle-aned in the washing machine atmax. 30 °C using a gentle pro-gramme and the lowest spinspeed.TIP To protect other laundry

items, put the filter unit intoa laundry bag.

•Allow the foam filter and filtercartridge to dry completely (atleast 24 hours) and then reinsertthe foam filter into the filter car-tridge.

• Insert the filter cartridge withfoam filter back into the applian-ce. Close the lid of the foam fil-ter.

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Cleaning and care

In the event of a fault

The Sensor Control indicator alsoflashes after the foam filter hasbeen cleaned:

Removing a blockage from thedust separation unit

Figure •Switch off the appliance.•Hold the appliance lid by therecessed handle and open it.

•Unlock the cover by turning itanti-clockwise, and remove itfrom the appliance.=> Remove the blockage from

the collecting unit.

•Put the cover back on and lock itin place by turning it clockwise.=>Close the appliance lid.

If the Sensor Control indicatorcontinues to flash red, checkwhether the nozzle, suction pipeor flexible hose are blocked. Thiscan also trigger the SensorControl indicator.

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Exhaust filter care

Depending on the model, yourappliance is equipped with eithera HEPA filter Fig. or a microfilter Fig. . Depending on the model, yourappliance has additional soundinsulation behind the HEPA ormicro filter. This does not have tobe cleaned.

HEPA filterYou can determine with whichHEPA filter your appliance isequipped by looking at the imprinton the filter frame next to thereference number:• "washable" – the filter can be

washed.• No additional imprint – the filter

must be replaced.

Cleaning a washable HEPA filterThe HEPA filter with the "washable"imprint is designed so that it doesnot need to be replaced, providedthe appliance is used as intended inthe household.To ensure that the vacuum cleaneris working at its optimum powerlevel, the exhaust filter should berinsed out after one year. Thefiltering action of the filter remainsintact, even if the filter surfacebecomes discoloured.

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Exhaust filter care

Figure •Open the lid of the exhaust filterby pushing and pulling on thelocking tab.

•Unlock the HEPA filter and remo-ve it from the appliance.

•Tap out the filter unit and rinse itunder running water.Alternatively, the unit can be cle-aned in a washing machine atmax. 30 °C using a gentle pro-gramme and the lowest spinspeed.TIP: To protect other laundry

items, put the filter unit intoa laundry bag.

•Once the HEPA filter has driedcompletely (at least 24 hours),insert it back into the applianceand lock it in place.=> Close the exhaust filter lid. In

doing so, push the lock barupwards until it audibly clicksinto place.

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Exhaust filter care

Replacing the HEPA filter(only for appliances without awashable HEPA filter)To ensure that the vacuum cleanercan work at its optimum powerlevel, the HEPA filter should bereplaced after one year.


•Unlock the HEPA filter and remo-ve it from the appliance.

•Dispose of the old HEPA filterwith your household waste.

• Insert the new HEPA filter intothe appliance and lock it inplace.=> Close the exhaust filter lid. In

doing so, push the lock barupwards until it audibly clicksinto place.

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Micro filter

Cleaning the micro filterThe micro filter is designed sothat it does not need to bereplaced, provided the applianceis used as intended in thehousehold.To ensure that the vacuum cleaneris working at its optimum powerlevel, the exhaust filter should berinsed out after one year. Thefiltering action of the filterremains intact, even if the filtersurface becomes discoloured.


•Pull the locking tab to unlock thefilter unit with foam filter andmicrofilter and remove it fromthe appliance.

•Remove the foam filter andmicrofilter from the filter frame.

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Exhaust filter care

• Rinse the foam filter and microfilter under running water.Alternatively, they can be clea-ned in the washing machine atmax. 30 °C using a gentle pro-gramme and the lowest spinspeed.TIP: To protect other laundry

items, put the unit into alaundry bag.

• Once the foam filter and microfil-ter have dried completely (atleast 24 hours), insert them backinto the filter frame.

• Insert the filter unit in the appli-ance and ensure that the lockingtabs audibly click into place.

• Close the exhaust filter lid. Indoing so, push the lock barupwards until it audibly clicksinto place.

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This vacuum cleaner is a general purpose vacuum cleaner.To achieve the declared energy efficiency and cleaning perfor-mance class on carpet and hard floor, please use the interchan-geable universal nozzle. The values provided on the energy label have been determinedaccording to the prescribed measuring process (in accordancewith EN60312-1).

Always switch off the vacuum cleaner and disconnect the powercord from the mains before cleaning the vacuum cleaner. Thevacuum cleaner and plastic accessories can be cleaned with anordinary plastic cleaner.

Subject to technical modifications.

Cleaning instructions

Notes on the energy label

Caution: do not use a scourer, glass-cleaning agent ormultipurpose cleaning product. Never immerse the vacuumcleaner in water.


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"This appliance is labelled in accordancewith European Directive 2012/19/EU con-cerning used electrical and electronicappliances (waste electrical and electro-nic equipment - WEEE). The guidelinedetermines the framework for the returnand recycling of used appliances as appli-cable throughout the EU."

Disposal

Disposal information

PackagingThe packaging is designed to protect the vacuum cleaner from beingdamaged during transportation. It is made of environmentally friendlymaterials and can therefore be recycled.Dispose of packaging that is no longer required at an appropriaterecycling point.

Old appliancesOld appliances still contain many valuable materials. Therefore, pleasetake appliances that have reached the end of their service to yourretailer or recycling centre so that they can be recycled.For current disposal methods, please enquire at a retailer or your localcouncil.

Disposal of filters and dust bagsFilters and dust bags are manufactured from environmentally friendlymaterials. Provided they do not contain substances that are notpermitted in household waste, you can dispose of them with yournormal household waste.


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GB Great BritainBSH Home Appliances Ltd.Grand Union HouseOld Wolverton RoadWolvertonMilton Keynes MK12 5PT

To arrange an engineer visit, to order spare parts and accessoriesor for product advice please visit:www.bosch-home.co.ukor callTel.: 0844 892 8979*

*Calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence per minute. A callset-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply.

Costumer service Costumer service

Conditions of guarantee

For this appliance the guarantee conditions as set out by ourrepresentatives in the country of sale apply. Details regardingsame may be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliancewas purchased. For claims under guarantee the sales receiptmust be produced.


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