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ADASLink| Quick Start Guide |3|en-US
Safety Precautions
BEFORE OPERATING THIS TOOL, ALL OPERATORS SHOULD
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS QUICK START GUIDE AND
FOLLOW ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE TOOL FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CONTACT YOUR
BOSCH REPRESENTATIVE OR DISTRIBUTOR.
DANGER
When an engine is operating, keep the service area well
ventilated or attach a building exhaust removal system to the
engine exhaust system. Engines produce carbon monoxide, an
odorless, poisonous gas that causes slower reaction time and
can lead to death or serious personal injury.
WARNING:
• When working with hydraulic or fuel lines, be careful
that liquids under pressure do not escape and create a
dangerous condition. Use adequate ventilation and make
sure there are no sparks or possibility of sparks that may
ignite any vapor.
• Wear an American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
Z87.1 approved eye shield when testing or repairing
vehicles.
• Objects propelled by whirling engine components or
pressurized liquids escaping may cause personal injury.
• Set the parking brake and block the wheels before test-
ing or repairing a vehicle. It is especially important to
block the wheels on front-wheel drive vehicles because
the parking brake does not hold the drive wheels.
• Do not drive the vehicle and operate the software at the
same time.
• Maintain adequate clearance around moving components
or belts during testing.
• Moving components and belts can catch loose clothing,
body parts, or test equipment and cause serious personal
injury or tool damage.
• Automotive batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce
explosive gases that can result in serious injury due to
ignition of gases. Keep lit cigarettes, sparks, ames, and
other ignition sources away from the battery at all times.
• Refer to the service manual for the vehicle being ser-
viced. Adhere to all diagnostic procedures and precau-
tions. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or
otherwise unneeded repairs.
• Use only specially designed replacement parts (brake
hoses and lines) for ABS equipped vehicles.
• After bleeding the brake system, check the brake pedal
for excessive travel or a ”spongy” feel. Bleed again if
either condition is present.
• When installing transmitting devices (Citizen Band radio,
telephone, etc) on ABS-equipped vehicles, do not locate
the antenna near the ABS control unit or any other con-
trol unit.
• This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful inter-
ference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates and radiates radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
• To reduce risk of injury, charge only Bosch Automo-
tive Service Solutions, Inc. supplied charging block and
power cord.
• Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the
battery charger manufacturer may result in re, electric
shock, or personal injury.
• Do not operate the tool with a damaged cord or connec-
tor. Replace damaged cords and connectors immediately.
• Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way.
Take the charger to a qualied service person.
• Do not disassemble the charger. Take the charger to a
qualied service person if service or repair is necessary.
Incorrect reassembly may result in electric shock or re.
Unplug charger before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
• To prevent possible hearing damage, avoid using the tool
at high volume levels for long periods.
• Do not expose tool or charger to rain, moisture, or snow.
• Verify that cords are located where they will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise become a safety
hazard or subjected to damage or stress.
• Use only batteries that are approved for use with this
tool. Use of other types may increase the risk of re or
explosion.
• Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other
container where metal objects (such as car keys or paper
clips) could short-circuit the battery terminals. The
resulting excessive current ow can cause extremely high
temperatures and may result in damage to the battery
pack or cause re or burns.
• The battery poses a burn hazard if you handle it improp-
erly. Do not disassemble it. Handle a damaged or leaking
battery with extreme care. If the battery is damaged,
electrolyte may leak from the cells and may cause per-
sonal injury.
• Keep the battery away from children.
• Do not store or leave your tool or battery near a heat
source such as a radiator, replace, stove, electric heater,
or other heat-generating appliance or otherwise expose it
to temperatures in excess of 60ºC (140ºF). When heated
to excessive temperatures, battery cells could explode or
vent, causing personal injury or risk of re.
• Do not dispose of your tool’s battery in a re or with
normal household waste. Battery cells may explode.
Discard a used battery according to the manufacturer’s
instructions or contact your local waste disposal agency
for disposal instructions. Dispose of a spent or damaged
battery promptly.
CAUTION:
• To avoid damage or generation of false data, make sure
the vehicle battery is fully charged and the connection
to the vehicle Data Link Connector (DLC) is clean and
secure.
• Do not place the tool on the distributor of a vehicle.
Strong electromagnetic interference can damage the tool.
• Never disconnect or reconnect any electrical connec-
tor while the ignition is on. Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) damage may result.
