Use and Care Manual

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“
POWER TOOL ACTIVATION” MODE
In the “Power Tool Activation” mode, when the
power tool is switched on, the power tool
automatically switches on the vacuum cleaner.
Switching the Vacuum Cleaner ON
1. Make sure the power tool is switched off,
and then plug it in to the power tool outlet
on the vacuum.
2. Turn the mode selector switch to “Power
Tool Activation” position (Fig. 11).
3. When the power tool is switched on, the
power tool automatically switches on the
vacuum cleaner.
Switching The Vacuum Cleaner OFF
To turn off the vacuum cleaner, switch off the
connected power tool or turn the mode
selector switch to “OFF” position.
In order to empty the hose, the vacuum
cleaner switches off after a 10-15 second
delay.
CONNECTING POWER TOOL
TO VACUUM
Avoid accidental
starting. Be sure the
vacuum and tool switches are OFF before
plugging in. Tool must be turned off before
placing the vacuum switch in “Power Tool
Activation” or “ON” mode. Do not keep
power tool plugged into power tool outlet
on the vacuum during normal vacuuming
(mode switch at the “ON” position).
Plugging in vacuums or tools that have switch
ON invites accidents.
The sum of current
draws of the vacuum
cleaner and connected power tool must
not exceed 15A. Exceeding the 15A current
draw could cause the vacuum and branch
circuitry to overheat, presenting a risk of fire.
M
odels VAC090A and VAC140A only:
POWER BROKER™
P
OWER ALLOCATION FEATURE
The Power Broker™ feature allows optimal
allocation of the power available between the
vacuum cleaner and power tool.
Before connecting power tool to power tool
outlet, set POWER BROKER™ dial as follows:
1. Get tool amp rating from tool dataplate.
2. Subtract tool amp rating from 15A.
3. Set dial to the difference. Tool amp and dial
setting must not exceed 15A
Models VAC090S and VAC140S only:
Before connecting tool to the power tool
outlet, make sure the tool rating does not
exceed 5.5A.
Notes:
• The building's circuit breaker can trip if the
combination of power tool amp rating and
the dial setting exceed the building circuit's
amp rating.
• If full vacuum cleaner power is needed with
a power tool that draws high amps, it may
be necessary to plug the power tool into a
separate circuit.
FILTER CLEANING
The Bosch VAC-Series vacuum cleaners
have 2 types of filter cleaning systems:
automatic filter cleaning and semi-automatic
filter cleaning. These are very aggressive
systems which maximize filter cleaning to
maintain a high air flow (CFM) rate even in
heavy duty applications.
Check filter periodically
and replace if worn out
or damaged. Using damaged filter can lead
to release of unwanted airborne
contaminants from the canister.
Semi automatic filter
cleaning and automatic
filter cleaning must be turned off when
using paper bags. The reversal of air during
filter cleaning may damage the paper bag.
Notes:
• Always use fleece filter bags when using
HEPA filters with vacuum cleaner.
• Fleece bags in conjunction with the
automatic or semi-automatic filter cleaning
will help extend filter life and maintain
vacuum suction efficiency.
• With regular usage of the filter cleaning
system, the maximum vacuuming
FIG. 11
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