Bosch GDB 1600 WE User manual

Robert Bosch GmbH
Power Tools Division
70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen
Germany
www.bosch-pt.com
1 609 929 V13 (2010.11) T / 315 UNI
GDB Professional
1600 WE | 1600 DE
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Safety Notes
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in elec-
tric 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.
1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Clut-
tered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool. Distrac-
tions can cause you to lose control.
2) Electrical safety
a) 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
risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radia-
tors, ranges and refrigerators. There is
an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool
will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) 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.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors,
use an extension cord suitable for out-
door use. Use of a cord suitable for out-
door use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp loca-
tion is unavoidable, use a residual cur-
rent device (RCD) protected supply. Use
of an RCD reduces the risk of electric
shock.
3) Personal safety
a) 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 influ-
ence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious person-
al injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Al-
ways wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protec-
tion used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure
the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and/or bat-
tery pack, picking up or carrying the
tool. Carrying power tools with your fin-
ger on the switch or energising power
tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench be-
fore 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.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the power tool in unex-
pected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose cloth-
ing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can
be caught in moving parts.
WARNING
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g) If devices are provided for the connec-
tion of dust extraction and collection fa-
cilities, ensure these are connected and
properly used. Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the cor-
rect power tool for your application. The
correct power tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch
does not turn it on and off. Any power
tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power
source and/or the battery pack from the
power tool before making any adjust-
ments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfa-
miliar with the power tool or these in-
structions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for mis-
alignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condi-
tion that may affect the power tool’s op-
eration. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Prop-
erly maintained cutting tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and
are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool
bits etc. in accordance with these in-
structions, taking into account the work-
ing conditions and the work to be per-
formed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
5) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qual-
ified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Safety Warnings for Diamond Drills
General Information for Diamond Drills
fHold power tool by insulated gripping sur-
faces, when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden
wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory
contacting a “live” wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool “live” and
could give the operator an electric shock.
fUse suitable detectors to determine if utili-
ty 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 explosion. Penetrating a water line
causes property damage or may cause an
electric shock.
fThe safety and operating instructions for
the drill stand and the accessories being
used are to be strictly observed!
fStore the machine in a safe manner when
not being used. The storage location must
be dry and lockable. This prevents the ma-
chine from storage damage, and from being
operated by untrained persons.
fKeep handles dry, clean, and free from oil
and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery
causing loss of control.
fNever use the machine with a damaged ca-
ble. Do not touch the damaged cable and
pull the mains plug when the cable is dam-
aged while working. Damaged cables in-
crease the risk of an electric shock.
fCheck the cable regularly and have a dam-
aged cable repaired only through an author-
ised customer service agent for Bosch pow-
er tools. Replace damaged extension
cables. This will ensure that the safety of the
power tool is maintained.
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fWear non-skid shoes. This prevents injuries
that can occur from slipping on smooth sur-
faces.
fUse only original Bosch accessories.
fConnect the machine to a mains supply with
proper earthing connection. Socket outlet
and extension cable must be equipped with
an operative protective conductor.
fProducts sold in GB only: Your product is fit-
ted with an BS 1363/A approved electric
plug with internal fuse (ASTA approved to
BS 1362).
If the plug is not suitable for your socket out-
lets, it should be cut off and an appropriate
plug fitted in its place by an authorised cus-
tomer service agent. The replacement plug
should have the same fuse rating as the orig-
inal plug.
The severed plug must be disposed of to
avoid a possible shock hazard and should
never be inserted into a mains socket else-
where.
Products sold in AUS and NZ only: Use a re-
sidual current device (RCD) with a rated re-
sidual current of 30 mA or less.
Instructions for operation without drill stand
fUse auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the
tool. Loss of control can cause personal
injury.
fAlways 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.
fWhen working with the machine, always
hold it firmly with both hands and provide
for a secure stance. The power tool is guided
more secure with both hands.
fIf the application tool should become
blocked, switch the machine off. Loosen
the application tool.
fBefore switching on the power tool, make
sure that the application tool moves freely.
When switching on with a blocked drilling
tool, high torque reaction can occur.
Instructions for operation with drill stand
fNever leave the machine before it has come
to a complete stop. Cutting tools that are
still running can cause injuries.
fHold the drill stand by the insulated grip-
ping surfaces when performing operations
where the application tool could contact
hidden wiring or its own power cord. Con-
tact with a “live” wire will also make exposed
metal parts of the drill stand “live” and shock
the operator.
Instructions for the GDB 1600 WE
Never operate the machine with-
out the residual current device
(RCD) provided.
fBefore starting work, check the proper
function of the residual current device
(RCD). Have a damaged residual current de-
vice (RCD) repaired or replaced by your
Bosch after-sales service agent.
fPay attention that neither persons in the
working area nor the power tool itself come
into contact with the water that comes out.
When wet-drilling
overhead, the water
coming out must be
collected. For this, in-
sert the machine into a
drill stand and mount a
water collection ring.
fPay attention that water-conducting hoses,
connnection elements and the water collec-
tion ring (accessory) are in proper condi-
tion. Replace damaged or worn parts before
using the next time. Water coming out of
power tool components increases the risk of
electric shock.
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Functional Description
Read all safety warnings and all in-
structions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may re-
sult in electric shock, fire and/or se-
rious injury.
While reading the operating instructions, unfold
the graphics page for the machine and leave it
open.
Intended Use
GDB 1600 WE: In conjunction with wet diamond
core bits and a water supply, the machine is in-
tended for wet drilling in concrete and rein-
forced concrete. The power tool can be com-
bined with an extraction device (water collection
ring and all-purpose vacuum cleaner). By mount-
ing the Bosch suction head, the machine can al-
so be used for dry drilling.
GDB 1600 DE: In conjunction with dry diamond
core bits and a suitable extraction device, the
machine is intended for dry drilling in bricks,
sandstone, aerated concrete and tiles.
Product Features
The numbering of the product features refers to
the illustration of the machine on the graphics
page.
1Control indicator
2Lock-on button for On/Off switch
3On/Off switch
4Residual current device (RCD)
(GDB 1600 WE)
5Water outlet connector (flushing head)
6Flushing head (GDB 1600 WE)
7Latching grooves on drill head
8Water-flow indicator (flushing head)
9Thread for auxiliary handle
10 Water cock (flushing head)
11 Sliding ring*
12 Core bit*
13 Drill spindle
14 Drill head securing pin
15 Drill head clamping screw
16 Auxiliary handle (insulated gripping surface)
17 Vacuum connection (suction head)
18 Vacuum hose*
19 Suction head
20 Drill head holder
21 Latching cogs on drill head holder
22 Gear selector
23 Handle (insulated gripping surface)
*Accessories shown or described are not part of the
standard delivery scope of the product. A complete
overview of accessories can be found in our acces-
sories program.
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Technical Data
Noise/Vibration Information
Measured sound values determined according
to EN 60745.
Typically the A-weighted noise levels of the
product are: Sound pressure level 87 dB(A);
Sound power level 98 dB(A). Uncertainty
K=3dB.
Wear hearing protection!
Vibration total values (triax vector sum) deter-
mined according to EN 60745:
Drilling into concrete: Vibration emission value
ah=5.5 m/s2, Uncertainty K=2 m/s2.
The vibration emission level given in this infor-
mation sheet has been measured in accordance
with a standardised 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 repre-
sents the main applications of the tool. However
if the tool is used for different applications, with
different accessories or poorly maintained, the
vibration emission may differ. This may signifi-
cantly increase the exposure level over the total
working period.
An estimation of the level of exposure to vibra-
tion should also take into account the times
when the tool is switched off or when it is run-
Diamond Drill GDB 1600 WE
Professional
GDB 1600 DE
Professional
Article number 0 601 189 6.. 0 601 188 6..
Rated power input W16001600
Output power W800800
Rated speed n0
– 1. Gear
– 2. Gear
min-1
min-1 0–980
0–2400
0–980
0–2400
Drilling diameter without drill stand
– in brick wall
– in concrete
mm
mm
32–102*
10–40
32–102
–
Drilling diameter with drill stand
– in brick wall, optimal
– in brick wall, possible
– in concrete, optimal
– in concrete, possible
mm
mm
mm
mm
52–132*
32–152
30–82
10–102
52–132
32–152
–
–
Tool holder 11/4"UNC,G1/2" 1 1/4" UNC, G 1/2"
Water supply pressure (max.) bar 6 –
Weight according to EPTA-Procedure
01/2003 kg 5.9 5.5
Protection class /I/I
* with suction head
The values given are valid for a nominal voltage [U] of 230 V. For different voltages and models for specific countries,
these values can vary.
Please observe the article number on the type plate of your machine. The trade names of the individual machines
may vary.
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ning but not actually doing the job. This may sig-
nificantly reduce the exposure level over the to-
tal working period.
Identify additional safety measures to protect
the operator from the effects of vibration such
as: maintain the tool and the accessories, keep
the hands warm, organisation of work patterns.
Declaration of Conformity
We declare under our sole responsibility that
the product described under “Technical Data” is
in conformity with the following standards or
standardization documents: EN 60745 accord-
ing to the provisions of the directives
2004/108/EC, 2006/42/EC.
Technical file at:
Robert Bosch GmbH, PT/ESC,
D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen
Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division
D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen
Leinfelden, 10.11.2010
Assembly
fBefore any work on the machine itself, pull
the mains plug.
Operation without Drill Stand
fUse auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the
tool. Loss of control can cause personal
injury.
Screw the auxiliary handle 16 into the thread 9
on the drill head. If required, turn the drill head
to one of the four possible positions to achieve
a low-fatigue and safe working stance (see
“Mounting the Drill Head”).
Operation with Drill Stand
fThe safety and operating instructions for
the drill stand being used are to be strictly
observed!
For safety reasons, the machine should general-
ly be clamped in the S 500 A diamond drill
stand.
For mounting the power tool into the drill stand,
please read and observe the operating instruc-
tions of the drill stand.
Mounting/Replacing the Drill Head
fOperation with drill stand: Before any work
on the machine itself, for longer work
breaks, as well as when not using, secure
the power tool against unintentional motion
by engaging the feed lock. For this, read and
observe the operating instructions of the drill
stand.
Drill Head Selection
The GDB 1600 WE can be operated with the
flushing head 6and with the suction head 19.
For operation with wet-drilling core bits, mount
the flushing head; for operation with core bits
(dry drilling), mount the suction head.
For safety reasons, the GDB 1600 DE can only
be operated with the suction head 19 for dry
drilling core bits. This is ensured by means of a
special encoding of power tool and drill head.
Mounting the Drill Head
Loosen the clamping screw 15 on the flushing
head 6or on the suction head 19 respectively
until the securing pin 14 is pulled completely
back into the housing.
Mount the flushing head or the suction head re-
spectively to the stop on the drill head holder
20. The latching cogs 21 of the drill head holder
must engage in the latching grooves 7on the
drill head. Four 90° offset positions are possible
for this. Mount the drill head in the position at
which all contol elements can be reached well.
Firmly tighten the clamping screw 15 again.
Dr. Egbert Schneider
Senior Vice President
Engineering
Dr. Eckerhard Strötgen
Head of Product
Certification
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Disassembling the Drill Head
Completely unscrew the clamping screw 15 on
the flushing head 6or on the suction head 19
respectively. Loosen the clamping by appyling
light pressure onto the clamping screw.
Pull off the flushing head or the suction head
respectively from the drill head holder 20.
Inserting/Replacing the Core Bit
fOperation with drill stand: Before any work
on the machine itself, for longer work
breaks, as well as when not using, secure
the power tool against unintentional motion
by engaging the feed lock. For this, read and
observe the operating instructions of the drill
stand.
Core Bit Selection
Wet-drilling core bits may be used only with the
flushing head 6, dry-drilling core bits with the
suction head 19.
Inserting a Core Bit
fExamine the core bit before inserting it.
Use only core bits that are in perfect condi-
tion. Damaged or deformed core bits can
lead to dangerous situations.
Clean the core bit before inserting it. Apply a
light coat of grease to the core bit thread or
spray on a corrosion protection agent.
Either screw a G 1/2" core bit into drill spindle
13 or a 1 1/4" UNC core bit onto drill spindle 13.
fCheck the proper seating of the core bit. In-
correctly or unsecurely fastened core bits
can become loose during operation and may
pose a danger.
Inserting a sliding ring 11 (accessory) between
the drill spindle and the 1 1/4"-UNC core bit pro-
vide for easier loosening of the core bit after
use.
Removing a Core Bit
fWear protective gloves when replacing the
core bit. The core bit can become hot after
prolonged operation of the power tool.
Loosen core bit 12 with an open-end spanner
(1 1/4" UNC core bit: Spanner size, 41 mm;
G 1/2" core bit: Spanner size, 22 mm). When do-
ing this, counter-hold the bore spindle 13 by the
flats using a second open-end spanner (spanner
size, 36 mm).
Connecting the Water Cooling/Dust
Extraction
When wet- or dry-drilling core bits are not suffi-
ciently cooled during drilling, the diamond seg-
ments can become damaged or the core bit can
become jammed in the bore hole. Therefore,
provide for sufficient water cooling during wet
drilling, and for proper operating dust extrac-
tion during dry drilling.
When boring out a given bore, the given bore
must be carefully plugged in order to enable suf-
ficient cooling of the core bit.
fConnected hoses, shut-off valves or acces-
sories must not obstruct or hinder the drill-
ing process.
Water Cooling of the Flushing Head
(GDB 1600 WE)
Shut the water cock 10. Connect water supply
to the water-outlet connector 5. The water sup-
ply is possible either via a mobile water-pres-
sure container (accessory) or via stationary wa-
ter connection.
When the machine is inserted in a drill stand,
the water coming out of the bore can be collect-
ed using the water collection ring and an all-pur-
pose vacuum cleaner (both accessories).
fWhen wet-drilling overhead, the water com-
ing out must be collected. For this, insert
the machine into a drill stand and mount a
water collection ring.
For assembly of the water collection ring, read
and observe its operating instructions.
Bosch core bits are colour-coded:
Wet-drilling core bits blue
Dry-drilling core bits light grey
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Dust Extraction via Suction Head
fDusts from materials such as lead-containing
coatings, some wood types, minerals and
metal can be harmful to one’s health. Touch-
ing or breathing-in the dusts can cause aller-
gic reactions and/or lead to respiratory infec-
tions of the user or bystanders.
Certain dusts, such as oak or beech dust, are
considered as carcinogenic, especially in
connection with wood-treatment additives
(chromate, wood preservative). Materials
containing asbestos may only be worked by
specialists.
– As far as possible, use a dust extraction
system suitable for the material.
– Provide for good ventilation of the work-
ing place.
– It is recommended to wear a P2 filter-
class respirator.
Observe the relevant regulations in your
country for the materials to be worked.
Insert the vacuum hose 18 of an all-purpose vac-
uum cleaner (accessory) into the vacuum con-
nection 17 on the suction head.
Operation
Starting Operation
fObserve correct mains voltage! The voltage
of the power source must agree with the
voltage specified on the nameplate of the
machine. Power tools marked with 230 V
can also be operated with 220 V.
fBefore beginning work, consult the struc-
tural engineer, architect or construction su-
pervisor in charge. Only cut through rein-
forcements with the permission of a
structural engineer.
fWhen core drilling through walls or floors,
ensure to check the respective rooms/en-
closures for obstructions. Barrier off the
construction site and secure the drilled out
core against falling down with the use of
casing or similar.
Operational Check of the Residual Current
Device (GDB 1600 WE)
Check the proper function of the residual cur-
rent device 4each time before working:
– Push the “RESET” button on the residual cur-
rent device. The service readiness of the re-
sidual current device is signalled through a
red control indicator.
– Push the “TEST” button. The indicator above
the “RESET” button becomes black.
Switching On
GDB 1600 WE: Push the “RESET” button on the
residual current device 4.
GDB 1600 WE with flusing head 6: Open the
water cock 10. Check the flow of water at the
water-flow indicator 8.
To start the power tool, press the On/Off
switch 3.
To lock the On/Off switch, keep it pressed and
additionally push the lock-on button 2.
Switching Off
Release the On/Off switch 3. When the On/Off
switch 3is locked, press the On/Off switch first
and then release.
GDB 1600 WE with flusing head 6: Shut the wa-
ter cock 10. After finishing work, disconnect the
water outlet connector 5from the water supply.
Open the water cock 10 and drain the remaining
water.
Adjusting the Speed
The speed of the switched on power tool can be
variably adjusted, depending on how far the
On/Off switch 3is pressed.
Two speed ranges can be preselected with the
gear selector 22.
The two gears are recommended for the follow-
ing bore diameters:
1st gear 2nd gear
Wet drilling 33–102 mm 10–32 mm
Dry drilling 69–152 mm 32–68 mm
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