Bosch GSB 14.4-2 Cordless Combi Drill Instruction Manual

GSR | GSB Professional
14,4-2-LI Plus | 18-2-LI Plus
Original instructions

General Power Tool Safety

WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Work area safety

• Keep the work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks that may ignite dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical safety

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators.
  There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling, or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, and moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. The use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. The use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust masks, non-skid safety shoes, hard hats, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to a power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. The use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

Power tool use and care

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate at which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
  Battery tool use and care
• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. The use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
• When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts the eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

Service

• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.
  This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Safety Warnings for Drills and Screwdrivers

GSB 14,4-2-LI Plus/GSB 18-2-LI Plus

• Wear ear protectors when impact drilling. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.

GSR 14,4-2-LI Plus/GSR 18-2-LI Plus/ GSB 14,4-2-LI Plus/GSB 18-2-LI Plus

• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting accessory or fastener may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory and fasteners contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
• Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.
• Use appropriate detectors to determine if utility lines are hidden in the work area or call the local utility company for assistance. Contact with electric lines can lead to fire and electric shock. Damaging a gas line can lead to an explosion. Penetrating a water line causes property damage.
• Switch off the power tool immediately when the tool inserts jams. Be prepared for high reaction torque that can cause kickback. The tool insert jams when:
  — the power tool is subject to overload or
  — it becomes wedged in the workpiece.
• Hold the machine with a firm grip. High reaction torque can briefly occur while driving in and loosening screws.
• Secure the workpiece. A workpiece clamped with clamping devices or in a vice is held more secure than by hand.
• Always wait until the machine has come to a complete stop before placing it down. The tool insert can jam and lead to loss of control over the power tool.
• Do not open the battery. The danger of short-circuiting.
  Protect the battery against heat, e. g., against continuous intense sunlight, fire, water, and moisture. The danger of explosion.
• In case of damage and improper use of the battery, vapors may be emitted.
  Ventilate the area and seek medical help in case of complaints. The vapors can irritate the respiratory system.
•  Use the battery only in conjunction with your Bosch power tool. This measure alone protects the battery against dangerous overload.
• The battery can be damaged by pointed objects such as nails or screwdrivers or by force applied externally. An internal short circuit can occur and the battery can burn, smoke, explode or overheat.

Additional Safety and Working Instructions

• Dust from materials such as lead-containing coatings, some wood types, minerals, and metal can be harmful to one’s health and cause allergic reactions, leading to respiratory infections and/or cancer.
  Materials containing asbestos may only be worked by specialists.
  – Provide for good ventilation of the working place.
  – It is recommended to wear a P2 filter-class respirator.

Observe the relevant regulations in your country for the materials to be worked on.

• Prevent dust accumulation at the workplace. Dust can easily ignite.
• The battery is supplied partially charged. To ensure full battery capacity, completely charge the battery in the battery charger before using it for the first time.
• Read the operating instructions of the battery charger.
• Apply the power tool to the screw only when it is switched off. Rotating tool inserts can slip off.
• Adjust the gear switch only when the machine is at a complete stop.
• Always push the gear selector and turn the operating mode selector switch through to the stop. Otherwise, the machine can become damaged.

To save energy, only switch the power tool on when using it.

Symbols

The following symbols are important for reading and understanding the operating instructions. Please take note of the symbols and their meaning. The correct interpretation of the symbols will help you to use the machine in a better and safer manner.

Delivery Scope

Cordless screwdriver/Combination cordless drill. Battery, application tools, and other accessories shown or described are not part of the standard delivery scope. A complete overview of accessories can be found in our accessories program.

Intended Use

The machine is intended for driving in and loosening screws as well as for drilling in wood, metal, ceramics, and plastic. GSB machines are additionally intended for impact drilling in bricks, brickwork, and masonry. The light of this power tool is intended to illuminate the power tool’s direct area of working operation and is not suitable for household room illumination.

Technical Data

The technical data of the machine are listed in the table on page 163.

Declaration of Conformity

We declare under our sole responsibility that the product described under “Technical Data” is in conformity with all relevant provisions of the directives 2009/125/EC (Regulation 1194/2012), 2011/65/EU, until 19 April 2016:
2004/108/EC, from 20 April 2016 on 2014/30/EU, 2006/42/EC including their amendments and complies with the following standards: EN 60745-1, EN 60745-2-1, EN 60745-2-2, EN 50581.

Technical file (2006/42/EC) at:
Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH, PT/ECS, 70538 Stuttgart, GERMANY

Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH 70538 Stuttgart, GERMANY Stuttgart, 01.01.2017

Noise/Vibration Information

The measured values of the machine are listed in the table on page 163. Sound emission values were determined according to EN 60745-2-1. Vibration total values ah (trial vector sum) and uncertainty K were determined according to EN 60745-2-1. The vibration level given in this information sheet has been measured in accordance with a standardized test given in EN 60745 and may be used to compare one tool with another. It may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure. The declared vibration emission level represents the main applications of the tool. However, if the tool is used for different applications, with different accessories or insertion tools, or is poorly maintained, the vibration emission may differ. This may significantly increase the exposure level over the total working period. An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration should also take into account the times when the tool is switched off or when it is running but not actually doing the job. This may significantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period. Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of vibration such as: maintaining the tool and the accessories, keeping the hands warm, and organization of work patterns.

Mounting and Operation

Maintenance and Cleaning

• For safe and proper working, always keep the machine and ventilation slots clean.

Clean the application tool, the tool holder, the power tool’s ventilation slots, and the battery’s ventilation slots each time after using.

After-sales Service and Application Service

Our after-sales service responds to your questions concerning maintenance and repair of your product as well as spare parts. Exploded views and information on spare parts can also be found at: www.bosch-pt.com
Bosch’s application service team will gladly answer questions concerning our products and their accessories.
In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always include the 10-digit article number given on the type plate of the machine.

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:

Ireland

Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific Islands

Republic of South Africa
Customer service
Hotline: (011) 6519600

Transport

The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements. The user can transport the batteries by road without further requirements. When being transported by third parties (e.g.: air transport or forwarding agency), special requirements on packaging and labeling must be observed. For the preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is required.
Dispatch batteries only when the housing is undamaged. Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the battery in such a manner that it cannot move around in the packaging. Please also observe possibly more detailed national regulations.

Disposal

The machine, rechargeable batteries, accessories, and packaging should be sorted for environmental-friendly recycling.
Do not dispose of power tools and batteries/rechargeable batteries into household waste!

Only for EC countries:
According to the European Guideline 2012/19/EU, power tools that are no longer usable, and according to the European Guideline 2006/66/EC, defective or used battery packs/batteries, must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.
Batteries no longer suitable for use can be directly returned at:

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:
Subject to change without notice.

Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH
70538 Stuttgart
GERMANY
www.bosch-pt.com
1 609 92A 2D7 (2015.06) I / 169 EURO