Bosch PS11 Assembly instructions
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&8;4*;.*<*/.=B
..9@8;4*;.*,5.*7*7-@.5552=Cluttered
or dark areas invite accidents.
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/5*66*+5. 52:>2-< 0*<.< 8; -><= Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
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89.;*=270 * 98@.; =885 Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
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><. *7B *-*9=.; 95>0< @2=1 .*;=1.-
0;8>7-.- 98@.; =885< Unmodified plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric
shock.
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<>;/*,.< <>,1 *< 929.< ;*-2*=8;< ;*70.<
*7-;./;20.;*=8;<There is an increased risk
of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
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,87-2=287< Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
878=*+><.=1.,8;-.?.;><.=1.,8;-
/8;,*;;B2709>552708;>795>00270=1.98@.;
=885..9,8;-*@*B/;861.*=825<1*;9
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cords increase the risk of electric shock.
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><.*7.A=.7<287,8;-<>2=*+5./8;8>=-88;
><. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
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2<>7*?82-*+5.><.*;8>7-*>5=2;,>2=
7=.;;>9=.;9;8=.,=.-<>995BUse of
an GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
.;<87*5<*/.=B
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><. ,86687 <.7<. @1.7 89.;*=270 *
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B8>*;.=2;.-8;>7-.;=1.27/5>.7,.8/-;>0<
*5,81858;6.-2,*=287A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
$<.9.;<87*59;8=.,=2?..:>296.7=5@*B<
@.*; .B. 9;8=.,=287 Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
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<@2=,1 2< 27 =1. 8//98<2=287 +./8;.
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9*,4 92,4270 >9 8; ,*;;B270 =1. =885
Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energizing power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
!.68?.*7B*-3><=2704.B8;@;.7,1+./8;.
=>;7270 =1. 98@.; =885 87 A wrench or a
key left attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal injury.
878=8?.;;.*,1..99;89.;/88=270*7-
+*5*7,. *= *55 =26.< This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
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8; 3.@.5;B ..9 B8>; 1*2; ,58=1270 *7-
058?.< *@*B /;86 68?270 9*;=< Loose
clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
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8/-><=.A=;*,=287*7- ,855.,=287/*,252=2.<
.7<>;. =1.<. *;. ,877.,=.- *7- 9;89.;5B
><.-Use of dust collection can reduce dust-
related hazards.
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8 78= /8;,. =1. 98@.; =885 $<. =1.
,8;;.,=98@.; =885/8;B8>;*9952,*=287The
correct power tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
878=><.=1.98@.;=8852/=1.<@2=,1-8.<
78= =>;7 2= 87 *7- 8// Any power tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
!.*-*55<*/.=B@*;7270<*7-*5527<=;>,=287<Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
"%&!""#!$#"!$#$!!!
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
!
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$<.*>A252*;B1*7-5.<2/<>9952.-@2=1=1.
=885 Loss of control can cause personal injury.
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<>;/*,.< @1.7 9.;/8;6270 *7 89.;*=287
@1.;. =1. ,>==270 *,,.<<8;B 6*B ,87=*,=
12--.7@2;270Cutting accessory contacting a
"live" wire may make exposed metal parts of
the power tool "live" and could give the
operator an electric shock.
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<.,>;. *7- <>998;= =1. @8;492.,. =8 *
<=*+5.95*=/8;6Holding the work by hand
or against your body leaves it unstable and
may lead to loss of control.
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@*55<8;8=1.;+527-*;.*<@1.;..5.,=;2,*5
@2;270 6*B .A2<= If this situation is
unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit
breakers feeding this worksite.
5@*B< 185- =1. =885 @2=1 +8=1 1*7-< If
the bit jams two hands will give you
maximum control over torque reaction or
kickback.
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Unstable support can cause the drill bit to
bind causing loss of control and injury.
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95*,.=1.<@2=,127=1.58,4.-8;8//
98<2=287 +./8;. 6*4270 *7B *<<.6+5B
*-3><=6.7=< 8; ,1*70270 *,,.<<8;2.<.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
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[email protected]=1.=8858;<2-.1*7-5.*7-@*55<
8; 98<=< Should the bit become bound or
jammed in the work, the reaction torque of
the tool could crush your hand or leg.
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+./8;.6*4270*7B*-3><=6.7=< ,1*70270
*,,.<<8;2.< 8; <=8;270 98@.; =885< Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
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Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
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-*6*0.- 1*?. =1. 98@.; =885 ;.9*2;.-
+./8;. ><. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
..9,>==270=885<<1*;9*7-,5.*7Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
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=*427027=8*,,8>7==1.@8;4270,87-2=287<
*7- =1. @8;4 =8 +. 9.;/8;6.- Use of the
power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
*==.;B=885><.*7-,*;.
!.,1*;0.875B@2=1=1. ,1*;0.;<9.,2/2.-
+B =1. 6*7>/*,=>;.; A charger that is
suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.
$<. 98@.; =885< 875B @2=1 <9.,2/2,*55B
-.<207*=.-+*==.;B9*,4< Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and
fire.
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,877.,=287/;8687.=.;627*5 =8*78=1.;
Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
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.3.,=.-/;86=1.+*==.;B*?82-,87=*,=/
,87=*,= *,,2-.7=*55B 8,,>;< /5><1 @2=1
@*=.;/52:>2-,87=*,=<.B.<*--2=287*55B
<..4 6.-2,*5 1.59 Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
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;.9*2; 9.;<87 ><270 875B 2-.7=2,*5
;.95*,.6.7= 9*;=< This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained.
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B8>; 9;8->,= 8; -2;.,= ;.95*,.6.7= *<
52<=.-27=1.,*=*5808;=12<6*7>*5 Do not
substitute any other charger. Use only Bosch
approved chargers with your product. See
Functional Description and Specifications.
878=-2<*<<.6+5.,1*;0.;8;89.;*=.=1.
,1*;0.; 2/ 2= 1*< ;.,.2?.- * <1*;9 +58@
+..7-;899.-8;8=1.;@2<.-*6*0.-27*7B
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;.5.*<. =1. =;200.; 266.-2*=.5B ;.?.;<.
=1. -2;.,=287 8/ ;8=*=287 *7- <58@5B
<:>..C.=1.=;200.;=8+*,48>==1.+2=Be
ready for a strong reaction torque. The drill
body will tend to twist in the opposite
direction as the drill bit is rotating.
878=0;*<9=1.=8858;95*,.B8>;1*7-<
=88 ,58<. =8 =1. <9277270 ,1>,4 8; -;255
+2=Your hand may be lacerated.
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=1. +2= @.55 @2=127 =1. ,1>,4 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.
8 78= ><. ->55 8; -*6*0.- +2=< *7-
*,,.<<8;2.< Dull or damaged bits have a
greater tendency to bind in the workpiece.
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,87=*,= @2=1 <427 *7- ><. 9;89.;
9;8=.,=2?.058?.<@1.70;*<9270=1.+2=8;
*,,.<<8;B Accessories may be hot after
prolonged use.
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@;.7,1.< *;. ;.68?.- /;86 =1. -;255
+./8;. <@2=,1270 =1. =885 eys or
wrenches can fly away at high velocity
striking you or a bystander.
8 78= ;>7 =1. -;255 @125. ,*;;B270 2= *=
B8>;<2-.A spinning drill bit could become
entangled with clothing and injury may result.
GFCI and personal protection devices like
electrician’s rubber gloves and footwear will
further enhance your personal safety.
8 78= ><. 875B ;*=.- =885< @2=1 *
98@.; <>995B 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.
..9 1*7-5.< -;B ,5.*7 *7- /;.. /;86 825
*7- 0;.*<. Slippery hands cannot safely
control the power tool.
.?.589*9.;28-2, 6*27=.7*7,.<,1.->5.
/8; B8>; =885 &1.7 ,5.*7270 * =885 +.
,*;./>578= =8-2<*<<.6+5.*7B98;=287 8/
=1. =885 <27,. 27=.;7*5 @2;.< 6*B +.
62<95*,.-8;927,1.-8;<*/.=B0>*;-;.=>;7
<9;270< 6*B +. 269;89.;5B 68>7=.-
Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline,
carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may
damage plastic parts.
7<>;. =1. <@2=,1 2< 27 =1. 8// 98<2=287
+./8;.27<.;=270+*==.;B9*,4 Inserting the
battery pack into power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
"86. -><= ,;.*=.- +B
98@.; <*7-270 <*@270
0;27-270 -;255270 *7- 8=1.; ,87<=;>,=287
*,=2?2=2.< ,87=*27< ,1.62,*5< 478@7 =8
,*><. ,*7,.; +2;=1 -./.,=< 8; 8=1.;
;.9;8->,=2?. 1*;6 "86. .A*695.< 8/
=1.<.,1.62,*5<*;.
• 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.
--2=287*5"*/.=B&*;7270<
!
WARNING
!
WARNING
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&1.7 +*==.;2.< *;. 78= 27
=8858;,1*;0.;4..9=1.6
*@*B /;86 6.=*5 8+3.,=< For example, to
protect terminals from shorting F#
place batteries in a tool box or pocket with
nails, screws, keys, etc. Fire or injury may
result.
# $# ##!" # ! !
' " # # They may
explode.
!
WARNING
*==.;B*;.
8 78= *==.69= =8 -2<*<
<.6+5. =1. +*==.;B 8;
;.68?. *7B ,86987.7= 9;83.,=270 /;86
=1. +*==.;B =.;627*5< Fire or injury may
result. Prior to disposal, protect exposed
terminals with heavy insulating tape to
prevent shorting.
#$##!"
If equipped with a lithium-ion battery, the battery
must be collected, recycled or disposed of in
an environ mentally sound manner.
“The EPA certified RBRC
Battery Recycling Seal on the
lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery
indicates Robert Bosch Tool
Corporation is voluntarily
participating in an industry
program to collect and recycle these batteries
at the end of their useful life, when taken out
of service in the United States or Canada. The
RBRC program provides a convenient
alterative to placing used Li-ion batteries into
the trash or the munici pal waste stream, which
may be illegal in your area.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on Li-ion battery recycling and disposal
bans/restrictions in your area, or return your
batteries to a Skil/Bosch/Dremel Service
Center for recycling. Robert Bosch Tool
Corporation’s involvement in this program is
part of our commitment to preserving our
environment and conserving our natural
resources.”
!
WARNING
*==.;B2<98<*5
@*B !.95*,. -*6*0.- ,8;- 8; 95>0<
266.-2*=.5BIncorrect reassembly or damage
may result in electric shock or fire.
8 78= ;.,1*;0. +*==.;B 27 -*69 8; @.=
.7?2;876.7=878=.A98<.,1*;0.;=8;*27
8; <78@ / +*==.;B ,*<. 2< ,;*,4.- 8;
8=1.;@2<. -*6*0.- -8 78= 27<.;= 27=8
,1*;0.; Battery short or fire may result.
1*;0.875B8<,1*99;8?.-;.,1*;0.*+5.
+*==.;2.< See Functional Description and
Specifications. Other types of batteries may
burst causing personal injury and damage.
1*;0.+*==.;B9*,427=.69.;*=>;.<*+8?.
-.0;..< -.0;..< *7- +.58@
-.0;..<-.0;..<"=8;.=885
*7- +*==.;B 9*,4 27 58,*=287< @1.;.
=.69.;*=>;.<@25578=.A,..--.0;..<
-.0;..< This is important to prevent
serious damage to the battery cells.
*==.;B 5.*4*0. 6*B 8,,>; >7-.; .A=;.6.
><*0. 8; =.69.;*=>;. ,87-2=287< ?82-
,87=*,= @2=1 <427 *7- .B.< The battery
liquid is caustic and could cause chemical
burns to tissues. If liquid comes in contact with
skin, wash quickly with soap and water. If the
liquid contacts your eyes, flush them with water
for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek medical
attention.
5*,. ,1*;0.; 87 /5*= 787/5*66*+5.
<>;/*,.< *7- *@*B /;86 /5*66*+5.
6*=.;2*5< @1.7 ;.,1*;0270 +*==.;B 9*,4
The charger and battery pack heat during
charging. Carpeting and other heat insulating
surfaces block proper air circulation which may
cause overheating of the charger and battery
pack. If smoke or melting of the case are
observed unplug the charger immediately and
do not use the battery pack or charger.
$<. 8/ *7 *==*,16.7= 78= ;.,86
6.7-.- 8; <85- +B 8<,1 6*B ;.<>5= 27 *
;2<4 8/ /2;. .5.,=;2, <18,4 8; 273>;B =8
9.;<87<
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!## 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.
"B6+85 *6. .<207*=287A95*7*=287
V Volts Voltage (potential)
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
kg ilograms 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 Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
per minute orbits etc. per minute
0 Off position Zero speed, zero torque...
1, 2, 3, ... Selector settings Speed, torque or position settings.
I, II, III, Higher number means greater speed
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
Warning symbol Alerts user to warning messages
Li-ion RBRC seal Designates Li-ion battery recycling
program
Ni-Cad RBRC seal Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling
program
Read manual symbol Alerts user to read manual
Wear eye protection symbol Alerts user to wear eye protection
"B6+85<
0
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This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.
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 complies to NOM Mexican Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing
Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.
"B6+85<,87=27>.-
!## 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.
This symbol designates that this tool is recognized by Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories,
to United States and Canadian Standards.
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8-.57>6+.r PS11
Voltage rating 10.8V/12V MAX
No load speed n00-3000/min
*A26>6*9*,2=2.<
Chuck size 3/8"
Screw sizes 9/32"
Mild metal 3/8"
Wood 3/4"
Charge time BC330 (1 Hour)
BC430 (30 minutes)
*==.;B9*,4 BAT411, BAT412
& BAT413
1*;0.; BC330 & BC430
Voltage rating 120 V 60 Hz
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>7,=287*5.<,;29=287*7-"9.,2/2,*=287<
2<,877.,=+*==.;B9*,4/;86=8858;95*,.=1.<@2=,127=1.58,4.-8;8//
98<2=287 +./8;. 6*4270 *7B *<<.6+5B *-3><=6.7=< 8; ,1*70270
*,,.<<8;2.<. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
!
WARNING
FIG. 1
8;-5.<<;255;2?.;
F RWARD/REVERSING
LEVER & TRIGGER L CK
RUBBERIZED
GRIP
BATTERY RELEASE TABS
BATTERY PACK
KEYLESS
CHUCK
BATTERY CHARGE
C NDITI N INDICAT R
LIGHTS
VARIABLE SPEED
TRIGGER SWITCH
BUILT IN
W RK LIGHT
VENTILATI N
PENINGS
ARTICULATI N
BUTT N
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9.;*=2707<=;>,=287<
<<.6+5B
2<,877.,= +*==.;B 9*,4
/;86 =885 +./8;. 6*4270
*7B *<<.6+5B *-3><=6.7=< 8; ,1*70270
*,,.<<8;2.<. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
"!##"
Move reverse switch lever to the center “OFF”
position. 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).
878=><.=1.98@.;8/=1.
-;255 @125. 0;*<9270 ,1>,4
=8588<.78;=201=.7+2= Friction burn or hand
injury is possible if attempting to grasp the
spinning chuck.
!##"#
"!
The lithium ion battery is protected against
deep discharging by the “Electronic Cell
Protection (ECP)”. When the battery is empty,
the tool is switched off by means of a
protective circuit.
%!" #!
#!!"&#
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).
!&!!%!"
%!#!!
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. 3). 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.
For reverse rotation move the lever to the far
right. To activate trigger lock move lever to
the center off position.
878=,1*70.-2;.,=2878/
;8=*=287 >7=25 =1. =885
,86.< =8 * ,8695.=. <=89 Shifting during
rotation of the chuck can cause damage to
the tool.
!
WARNING
CHUCK SLEEVE
FIG. 2
SCREWDRIVER
BIT
BIT H LDER
SCREWDRIVER BIT
!
WARNING
FIG. 3
!
CAUTI N
!
WARNING
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!#$#$##
Your tool also features a 5 position articulating
head. To adjust, depress articulation button
and move head to desired position (Fig. 4).
!
When the trigger switch is released it
activates the brake to stop the chuck quickly.
This is especially useful in the repetitive
driving and removal of screws.
$#D
Your tool is equipped with an automatic locking
system. This feature will lock the bit holder in
one position when the trigger switch is
released. This will allow you to tighten or loosen
a nut or screw by rotating the tool by hand with
the switch off. This is convenient when higher
turning torque is needed.
$#&!#
Your tool is also equipped with a light that turns
on automatically when the switch is activated,
for better visibility when drilling/driving (Fig. 1).
##!(!#
#!#"
Your tool is equipped with charge condition
indicator lights (Fig. 1). The indicator lights
shows the charge condition of the battery for a
few second when the On/Off trigger is pressed
halfway or fully.
"!#!"
##!(
Release battery pack from tool by pressing on
both sides of the battery release tabs and pull
downward (Fig. 5).
To insert battery, align battery and slide
battery pack into tool until it locks into position.
Do not force.
/+*==.;B;.5.*<.=*+< *;.
,;*,4.- 8; 8=1.;@2<.
-*6*0.--878=27<.;= 27=8=885 Battery
can fall out during operation.
*9*,2=B
Continuous lighting 3 x green > 2/3
Continuous lighting 2 x green > 1/3
Continuous lighting 1 x green < 1/3
Flashing light 1 x green reserve
!
WARNING
BATTERY
RELEASE
TABS
FIG. 5
!##!#"
1. The charger was designed to fast charge
the battery only when the battery
temperature is between 32˚F (0˚C) and
113˚F (45˚C). If the battery pack is too hot or
too cold, the charger will not fast charge the
battery. (This may happen if the battery pack
is hot from heavy use). When the battery
temperature returns to between 32˚F (0˚C)
and 113˚F (45˚C), the charger will
automatically begin charging.
2. A substantial drop in operating time per
charge may mean that the battery pack is
nearing the end of its life and should be
replaced.
3. Remember to unplug charger during
storage period.
4. If battery does not charge properly:
a. Check for voltage at outlet by plugging
in some other electrical device.
FIG. 4
ARTICULATI N
BUTT N
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The lithium ion battery is protected against
deep discharging by the “Electronic Cell
Protection (ECP)”. When the battery is empty,
the tool is switched off by means of a
protective circuit.
The battery is supplied partially charged.
Completely charge the battery before using
your cordless screwdriver for the first time.
The lithium ion battery can be charged at any
time, without reducing its service life.
Interrupting the charging procedure does not
damage the battery.
Plug charger cord into your standard power
outlet, then insert battery pack into charger
(Fig. 6).
The charger’s green indicator light will begin to
“BLIN ”. This indicates that the battery is
receiving a fast charge. Fast-charging will
automatically stop when the battery pack is
fully charged.
When the indicator light stops “BLIN ING”
(and becomes a steady green light) fast
charging is complete.
The battery pack may be used even though
the light may still be blinking. The light may
require more time to stop blinking depending
on temperature. When you begin the
charging process of the battery pack, a
steady red light could also mean the battery
pack is too hot or too cold.
The purpose of the green light is to indicate
that the battery pack is fast-charging. It does
not indicate the exact point of full charge.
The light will stop blinking in less time if the
battery pack was not completely discharged.
When charging several batteries in sequence,
the charge time may slightly increase.
When the battery pack is fully charged,
unplug the charger (unless you're charging
another battery pack) and slip the battery
pack back into the tool.
!##!( 8-.5
If the indicator lights are “OFF”, the charger
is not receiving power from power supply
outlet.
If the green indicator light is
“ON”, the charger is plugged in
but the battery pack is not
inserted, or the battery pack is fully charged
and is being trickle charged.
If the green indicator light is
“BLIN ING”, the battery pack is
being fast-charged. Fast-
charging will automatically stop when the
battery pack is fully charged.
If the red indicator light is “ON”,
the battery pack is too hot or
cold for fast-charging. The
charger will switch to trickle charge, until a
suitable temperature is reached, at which
time the charger will switch automatically to
fast-charging.
If the red indicator light is
“BLIN ING”, the battery pack
cannot accept a charge or the
contacts of the charger or battery pack are
contaminated. Clean the contacts of the
charger or battery pack only as directed in
these operating instructions or those
supplied with your tool or battery pack.
!!#!""("8-.5
-11-
b. Check to see if outlet is connected to a
light switch which turns power “off” when
lights are turned off.
c. Check battery pack terminals for dirt.
Clean with cotton swab and alcohol if
necessary.
d. If you still do not get proper charging,
take or send tool, battery pack and charger
to your local Bosch Service Center. See
“Tools, Electric” in the Yellow Pages for
names and addresses.
8=. Use of chargers or battery packs not
sold by Bosch will void the warranty.
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If the indicator lights are “OFF”, the charger
is not receiving power from power supply
outlet.
If the green indicator light is
“BLIN ING”, the battery
pack is being fast-charged.
Fast-charging will automatically stop when
the battery pack is fully charged.
If the green indicator light is
"ON", the charger is
plugged in but the battery
pack is not inserted, or the battery pack is
fully charged, or the battery pack is too hot or
cold for fast-charging. The charger will
automatically switch to fast-charging once a
suitable temperature is reached.
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BATTERY
PACK
CHARGER
RED LIGHT
GREEN LIGHT
FIG. 6
The lithium ion battery is protected against
deep discharging by the “Electronic Cell
Protection (ECP)”. When the battery is empty,
the tool is switched off by means of a
protective circuit.
The battery is supplied partially charged.
Completely charge the battery before using
your cordless screwdriver for the first time.
The lithium ion battery can be charged at any
time, without reducing its service life.
Interrupting the charging procedure does not
damage the battery.
Plug charger cord into your standard power
outlet, then insert battery pack into charger
(Fig. 7).
The charger’s green indicator light will begin to
“BLIN ”. This indicates that the battery is
receiving a fast charge. Fast-charging will
automatically stop when the battery pack is
fully charged.
When the indicator light stops “BLIN ING”
(and becomes a steady green light) fast
charging is complete.
The battery pack may be used even though
the light may still be blinking. The light may
require more time to stop blinking depending
on temperature. When you begin the charging
process of the battery pack, a steady green
light could also mean the battery pack is too
hot or too cold.
!!#!""("8-.5
!##!( 8-.5
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You will extend the life of your bits and do
neater work if you always put the bit in
contact with the work before pulling the
trigger. During the oper a tion, hold the tool
firmly and exert light, steady pressure. Too
much pressure at low speed will stall the tool.
Too little pressure will keep the bit from
cutting and cause excess friction by sliding
over the surface. This can be damaging to
both tool and bit.
!&#%!"
The trigger controlled variable speed feature
will eliminate the need for center punches in
hard materials. The variable speed trigger
allows you to slowly increase RPM. By using
a slow starting speed, you are able to keep
the bit from “wander ing”. You can increase
the speed as the bit “bites” into the work by
squeezing the trigger.
!%&#%!"
Variable speed drills will double as a power
screwdriver by using a screwdriver bit in the
drill mode. The technique is to start slowly,
increasing the speed as the screw runs
down. Set the screw snug ly by slowing to a
stop. Prior to driving screws, pilot and
clearance holes should be drilled.
"#&#"!&"
This procedure shown in (Fig. 8) will enable
you to fasten ma terials together with your
Cordless Drill/Screwdriver without stripping,
splitting or separating the material.
FIG. 7
BATTERY
PACK
CHARGER
GREEN LIGHT
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The purpose of the green light is to indicate
that the battery pack is fast-charging. It does
not indicate the exact point of full charge.
The light will stop blinking in less time if the
battery pack was not completely discharged.
When the battery pack is fully charged,
unplug the charger (unless you're charging
another battery pack) and slip the battery
pack back into the tool.
9.;*=270#29<
E Drill same
diameter as
screw shank.
E Countersink
same diameter
as screw head.
E Drill 2/3 diameter and
2/3 of screw length for
soft materials, full
length for hard
materials.
Adjustable
Screw
Drill
Screw
Apply a slight
even pressure
when driving
screws.
FASTENING
WITH SCREWS
FIG. 8
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First, clamp the pieces together and drill the
first hole 2/3 the diam eter of the screw. If the
material is soft, drill only 2/3 the proper
length. If it is hard, drill the entire length.
Second, unclamp the pieces and drill the
second hole the same diameter as the screw
shank in the first or top piece of wood.
Third, if flat head screw is used, countersink
the hole to make the screw flush with the
surface. Then, simply apply even pressure
when driving the screw. The screw shank
clearance hole in the first piece allows the
screw head to pull the pieces tightly together.
The adjustable screw drill accessory will do
all of these oper ations quickly and easily.
Screw drills are available for screw sizes No.
6, 8, 10 and 12.
!#"
Always inspect drill bits for excessive wear. Use
only bits that are sharp and in good condition.
TWIST BITS: Available with straight and
reduced shanks for wood and light duty metal
drilling. High speed bits cut faster and last
longer on hard ma terials.
CARBIDE TIPPED BITS: Used for drilling
stone, con crete, plaster, cement and other
unusually hard nonmetals. Use continuous
heavy feed pres sure when employing carbide
tip bits.
!&
Be certain workpiece is clamped or anchored
firm ly. Always apply pressure in a straight line
with the drill bit. Maintain enough pressure to
keep the drill “biting”.
When drilling holes in wood, twist bits can be
used. Twist bits may overheat unless pulled out
frequently to clear chips from flutes.
Use a “back-up” block of wood for work that is
likely to splinter, such as thin materials.
You will drill a cleaner hole if you ease up on
the pressure just before the bit breaks through
the wood. Then complete the hole from the
back side.
!#
There are two rules for drilling hard materials.
First, the harder the material, the greater the
pres sure you need to apply to the tool. Second,
the harder the material, the slower the speed.
Here are a couple of tips for drilling in metal.
Lubri cate the tip of the bit occasionally with
cutting oil except when drilling soft metals such
as alu minum, cop per or cast iron. If the hole to
be drilled is fairly large, drill a smaller hole first,
then enlarge to the required size, it’s often
faster in the long run. Main tain enough
pressure to assure that the bit does not just
spin in the hole. This will dull the bit and greatly
shorten its life.
!$$#"#"
Variable speed control must be used with
caution for driving nuts and bolts with socket
set attach ments. The technique is to start
slowly, increasing speed as the nut or bolt runs
down. Set the nut or bolt snugly by slowing the
drill to a stop. If this procedure is not followed,
the tool will have a tendency to torque or twist
in your hands when the nut or bolt seats.
BM 2610012115 03-11:BM 2610012115 02-11 2/23/11 11:10 AM Page 14
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6*27=.7*7,. 9.;/8;6.- +B >7*>=18;2C.-
9.;<877.5 6*B ;.<>5= 27 62<95*,270 8/
27=.;7*5 @2;.< *7- ,86987.7=< @12,1
,8>5- ,*><. <.;28>< 1*C*;- We recom -
mend that all tool service be performed by a
Bosch Factory Service Center or Authorized
Bosch Service Station. SERVICE MEN:
Disconnect tool and/or charger from power
source before servicing.
##!"
.*5.;=/8;+*==.;B9*,4<=1*=*;.7.*;270
=1.2; .7- 8/ 52/. If you notice decreased
tool performance or significantly shorter
running time between charges then it is time
to replace the battery pack. Failure to do so
can cause the tool to operate improperly or
damage the charger.
#$!#
Your Bosch tool has been properly lubricated
and is ready for use.
#!"
The motor in your tool has been engineered
for many hours of dependable service. To
maintain peak efficiency of the motor, we
recommend it be examined every six
months. Only a genuine Bosch replacement
motor specially designed for your tool should
be used.
5.*7270
#8 *?82- *,,2-.7=< *5@*B<
-2<,877.,= =1. =885 *7-8;
,1*;0.; /;86 =1. 98@.; <>995B +./8;.
,5.*7270 The tool may be cleaned most
effectively with com pressed dry air. 5@*B<
@.*; <*/.=B 08005.< @1.7 ,5.*7270 =885<
@2=1,869;.<<.-*2;
Ventilation openings and switch levers must be
kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do not
attempt to clean by inserting pointed objects
through opening.
.;=*27,5.*7270*0.7=<*7-
<85?.7=< -*6*0. 95*<=2,
9*;=< Some of these are: gasoline, car bon
tetrachloride, chlorinated cleaning solvents,
ammonia and household detergents that
contain ammonia.
!
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
CAUTI N
,,.<<8;2.<
/ *7 .A=.7<287 ,8;- 2<
7.,.<<*;B * ,8;- @2=1
*-.:>*=.<2C.,87->,=8;<=1*= 2< ,*9*+5.
8/,*;;B270=1.,>;;.7=7.,.<<*;B/8;B8>;
=885 6><= +. ><.- This will prevent
excessive voltage drop, loss of power or
overheating. Grounded tools must use 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong plugs and
receptacles.
#The smaller the gauge number, the
heav i er the cord.
!")"'#"!"
%##!#$!!##"
!
WARNING
#885G<
69.;.
!*=270
8;-"2C.27& &2;."2C.<2766
3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16
18 16 16 14 0.75 0.75 1.5 2.5
18 16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
18 16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
16 16 14 12 1.0 2.5 4.0 —
14 12 —— ————
25 50 100 150 15 30 60 120
8;-.70=127..= 8;-.70=127.=.;<
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