1699503211 | VER 01 | 12.2021 2©2022 Enlyte Group, LLC.
MD-500 | Quick Start Guide | 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.
WA R N IN G
• 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 testing
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, flames, and other ignition
sources away from the battery at all times.
• Refer to the service manual for the vehicle being serviced.
Adhere to all diagnostic procedures and precautions. 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 control unit.
• To reduce risk of injury, charge only Bosch Automotive 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 fire, electric shock,
or personal injury.
• 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 interference 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.
• Do not operate the tool with a damaged cord or connector.
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 qualified service person.
• Do not disassemble the charger. Take the charger to a
qualified service person if service or repair is necessary.
Incorrect reassembly may result in electric shock or fire.
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 fire 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 flow can cause extremely high temperatures and may
result in damage to the battery pack or cause fire or burns.
• The battery poses a burn hazard if you handle it improperly.
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 personal injury.
• Keep the battery away from children.
• Do not store or leave your tool or battery near a heat source
such as a radiator, fireplace, 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 fire.
• Do not dispose of your tool’s battery in a fire 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 connector while
the ignition is on. Powertrain Control Module (PCM) damage
may result.
