Bosch HDS183 Assembly instructions

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HDS183
DDS183
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Work area safety
Keep 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 which may ignite the 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 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 or 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. 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 Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of
an GFCI 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
ead 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 WA NINGS AND INST UCTIONS FO FUTU E EFE ENCE
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
Safety Symbols
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual
and pay attention to these symbols.
!
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury.
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Wear ear protectors when impact drilling.
Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
Use auxiliary handle(s) if supplied with the
tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.
Hold power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory may contact
hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a
"live" wire may make exposed metal parts of
the power tool "live" and could give the
operator an electric shock.
Safety ules for Cordless Hammer Drills
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such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, 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 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.
emove 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. 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 for which it was designed.
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.
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
echarge 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. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and
fire.
When 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 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.
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Safety ules for Cordless Drill/Drivers
Use clamps or another practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. olding the work by hand or
against your body leaves it unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
Do not drill, fasten or break into existing
walls or other blind areas where electrical
wiring may exist. If this situation is
unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit
breakers feeding this worksite.
Always wear safety goggles or eye
protection when using this tool. Use a dust
mask or respirator for applications which
generate dust.
Use thick cushioned gloves and limit the
exposure time by taking frequent rest
periods. Vibration caused by hammer-drill
action may be harmful to your hands and arms.
Secure the material being drilled. Never
hold it in your hand or across legs.
Unstable support can cause the drill bit to bind
causing loss of control and injury.
Disconnect battery pack from tool before
making any assembly, adjustments or
changing accessories. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
tool accidentally.
Position yourself to avoid being caught
between the tool or side handle and walls
or posts. Should the bit become bound or
jammed in the work, the reaction torque of the
tool could crush your hand or leg.
If the bit becomes bound in the workpiece,
release the trigger immediately, reverse the
direction of rotation and slowly squeeze
the trigger to back out the bit. Be ready for
a strong reaction torque. The drill body will
tend to twist in the opposite direction as the
drill bit is rotating.
Do not grasp the tool or place your hands
too close to the spinning chuck or drill bit.
Your hand may be lacerated.
When installing a drill bit, insert the shank
of the bit well within the jaws of the chuck.
If the bit is not inserted deep enough, the grip
of the jaws over the bit is reduced and the loss
of control is increased.
Do not use dull or damaged bits and
accessories. Dull or damaged bits have a
greater tendency to bind in the workpiece.
When removing the bit from the tool avoid
contact with skin and use proper protective
gloves when grasping the bit or accessory.
Accessories may be hot after prolonged use.
Check to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the drill before
switching the tool "ON". Keys or wrenches
can fly away at high velocity striking you or a
bystander.
Do not run the tool while carrying it at your
side. A spinning drill bit could become
entangled with clothing and injury may result.
Use auxiliary handle(s) if supplied with the
tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.
Hold power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory may contact
hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a
"live" wire may make exposed metal parts of
the power tool "live" and could give the
operator an electric shock.
Use clamps or another practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. olding the work by hand or
against your body leaves it unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
Do not drill, fasten or break into existing
walls or other blind areas where electrical
wiring may exist. If this situation is
unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit
breakers feeding this worksite.
Always hold the tool with both hands. If
the bit jams two hands will give you
maximum control over torque reaction or
kickback.
Always wear safety goggles or eye
protection when using this tool. Use a
dust mask or respirator for applications
which generate dust.
Secure the material being drilled. Never
hold it in your hand or across legs.
Unstable support can cause the drill bit to
bind causing loss of control and injury.
Disconnect battery pack from tool or
place the switch in the locked or off
position before making any assembly,
adjustments or changing accessories.
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GFCI and personal protection devices like
electrician’s rubber gloves and footwear will
further enhance your personal safety.
Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC
power supply. While the tool may appear to
work, the electrical components of the AC
rated tool are likely to fail and create a hazard
to the operator.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil
and grease. Slippery hands cannot safely
control the power tool.
Develop a periodic maintenance schedule
for your tool. When cleaning a tool be
careful not to disassemble any portion of
the tool since internal wires may be
misplaced or pinched or safety guard return
springs may be improperly mounted.
Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline,
carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may
damage plastic parts.
Ensure the switch is in the off position
before inserting battery pack. Inserting the
battery pack into power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
Some dust created by
power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of
these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and
work with approved safety equipment, such as
those dust masks that are specially designed
to filter out microscopic particles.
Additional Safety Warnings
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Position yourself to avoid being caught
between the tool or side handle and walls
or posts. Should the bit become bound or
jammed in the work, the reaction torque of
the tool could crush your hand or leg.
If the bit becomes bound in the
workpiece, release the trigger
immediately, reverse the direction of
rotation and slowly squeeze the trigger to
back out the bit. Be ready for a strong
reaction torque. The drill body will tend to
twist in the opposite direction as the drill bit is
rotating.
Do not grasp the tool or place your hands
too close to the spinning chuck or drill
bit. Your hand may be lacerated.
When installing a bit, insert the shank of
the bit well within the chuck. If the bit is
not inserted deep enough, the grip of the
chuck over the bit is reduced and the loss of
control is increased. After bit insertion, pull
on bit to ensure it is locked.
Do not use dull or damaged bits and
accessories. Dull or damaged bits have a
greater tendency to bind in the workpiece.
When removing the bit from the tool avoid
contact with skin and use proper
protective gloves when grasping the bit or
accessory. Accessories may be hot after
prolonged use.
Check to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the drill
before switching the tool "ON". Keys or
wrenches can fly away at high velocity
striking you or a bystander.
Do not run the drill while carrying it at
your side. A spinning drill bit could become
entangled with clothing and injury may result.
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Symbols
IMPO TANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them
and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the
tool better and safer.
Symbol Designation / Explanation
V Volts (voltage)
A Amperes (current)
z ertz (frequency, cycles per second)
W Watt (power)
kg Kilograms (weight)
min Minutes (time)
s Seconds (time)
Diameter (size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.)
n0No load speed (rotational speed at no load)
n Rated speed (maximum attainable speed)
.../min Revolutions or reciprocation per minute (revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
orbits etc. per minute)
0 Off position (zero speed, zero torque...)
1, 2, 3, ...
I, II, III,
Selector settings (speed, torque or position settings. igher number means
greater speed)
0
Infinitely variable selector with off (speed is increasing from 0 setting)
Arrow (action in the direction of arrow)
Alternating current (type or a characteristic of current)
Direct current (type or a characteristic of current)
Alternating or direct current (type or a characteristic of current)
Class II construction (designates double insulated construction tools)
Earthing terminal (grounding terminal)
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Symbols (continued)
IMPO TANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them
and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the
tool better and safer.
Symbol Designation / Explanation
Designates Li-ion battery recycling program
Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling program
Alerts user to read manual
Alerts user to wear eye protection
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this component is recognized by Underwriters
Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories,
to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards
Association.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards
Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing
Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool complies to NOM Mexican Standards.
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Functional Description and Specifications
Disconnect battery pack from tool before making any assembly,
adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Cordless Drill Drivers and
Cordless Hammer Drills
Battery Packs/Chargers
Please refer to the Charger Manual included with your tool.
NOTE: For tool specifications refer to the nameplate on your tool.
Model number DDS183 DS183
Voltage rating 18 V 18 V
No load speed 1 n0 0-600/min n0 0-600/min
No load speed 2 n0 0-1900/min n0 0-1900/min
Impact rate NA 0-22000 BPM
Maximum Capacities
Chuck size 1/2" 1/2"
Driving screw sizes #16 x 3" #16 x 3"
Drilling mild metal 1/2" 1/2"
Drilling hard wood 1-1/2" 1-1/2"
Drilling soft wood 2" 2"
Drilling Masonry NA 1/2"
MODE SELECTOR RING
(Model HDS183 only)
ADJUSTABLE
CLUTCH
KEYLESS
CHUCK
VARIABLE SPEED
TRIGGER SWITCH
BUILT IN
WORK LIGHT
BATTERY PACK
RELEASE BUTTON BATTERY PACK
VENTILATION
OPENINGS
FORWARD/REVERSING
LEVER & TRIGGER LOCK
RUBBERIZED
GRIP
GEAR SHIFTER /
SPEED RANGE SELECTOR
FIG. 1
BELT CLIP
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Assembly
Disconnect battery pack
from tool before making
any assembly, adjustments or changing
accessories. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
INSE TING BITS
Move reverse switch lever to the center “OFF”
position. Remove battery pack and rotate the
clutch ring (Model DDS183) or mode selctor
ring (Model DS183) to the drill bit symbol
“ ”. To open rotate the chuck sleeve
counter-clockwise viewing from chuck end,
and open chuck to approximate drill bit
diameter. Insert a clean bit up to the drill bit
flutes for small bits, or as far as it will go for
large bits. Close chuck by rotating the chuck
sleeve clockwise and securely tighten by hand
(Fig. 2). Return the clutch ring or mode
selector ring to desired position.
Do not use the power of
the drill while grasping
chuck to loosen or tighten bit. Friction burn
or hand injury is possible if attempting to grasp
the spinning chuck.
CLOSE
OPEN
CHUCK
SLEEVE
FIG. 2
DRILL BIT
BIT HOLDER
SCRE DRIVER BIT
BELT CLIP
When the tool is attached to
the belt, position yourself to
avoid entanglement with surrounding objects.
Unexpected entanglement could cause the tool
to fall resulting in injury to the operator or
bystanders.
The belt clip accessory will allow you to
conveniently attach your tool to your belt. This
feature will allow you to have both hands free
when climbing a ladder or moving to another
work area.
The belt clip can be attached to either side of
the tool by securing it with a mounting screw.
Always make sure you securely tighten the
mounting screw before use (Fig. 3).
To use clip, turn tool upside down and attach
to your belt.
4X BIT TIP HOLDE
Store only bit tips in the
on-tool bit holder. Longer
bits could interfere with proper tool operation
and result in user injury.
The four piece bit tip holder can be used for
convenient on tool storage of your most
commonly used bits.
When mounting bit holder accessory, mount on
the side of the drill opposite the belt clip.
Always make sure you securely tighten the
mounting screw before use. (Fig. 4).
BELT CLIP
FIG. 3
FIG. 4
BIT HOLDER
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VA IABLE SPEED CONT OLLED
T IGGE SWITCH
Your tool is equipped with a variable speed
trigger switch. The tool can be turned "ON" or
"OFF" by squeezing or releasing the trigger.
The speed can be adjusted from the minimum
to maximum nameplate RPM by the pressure
you apply to the trigger. Apply more pressure
to increase the speed and release pressure to
decrease speed (Fig. 1).
FO WA D/ EVE SING
LEVE & T IGGE LOCK
After tool use, lock trigger
in “OFF” position to help
prevent accidental starts and accidental
discharge.
Your tool is equipped with a forward/
reversing lever and trigger lock located above
the trigger (Fig. 5). This lever was designed
for changing rotation of the bit, and for locking
the trigger in an “OFF” position.
For forward rotation, (with chuck pointed away
from you) move the lever to the far left (Fig. 5).
For reverse rotation move the lever to the far
right (Fig. 6). To activate trigger lock move
lever to the center off position.
Do not change direction
of rotation until the tool
comes to a complete stop. Shifting during
rotation of the chuck can cause damage to
the tool.
Operating Instructions
FIG. 5 FIG. 6
GEA SHIFTING
Your tool is equipped with two separate gear
ranges, low gear and high gear. Low gear
provides high-torque and slower drilling
speeds for heavy duty work or for driving
screws. igh gear provides faster speeds for
drilling lighter work. To change speeds slide
switch, to the high or low position (Fig. 7).
ATTENTION: If your tool appears to be
running, but the chuck will not turn, check to
make sure the gear shifting switch is pushed
fully into desired setting.
GEAR
SHIFTER
FIG. 7
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