Bosch GSR18V-800FC Operating/Safety Instructions Manual page 6

work area or call the local utility company
for assistance before beginning the op-
eration. Striking or cutting into a gas line
will result in explosion. Water entering an
electrical device may cause electrocution.
h. Always use the side handle for maximum
control over torque reaction or kick-back.
Never attempt to operate this tool with
one hand. The slip clutch engages if you
firmly control the tool during a torque reac-
tion or kickback.
i. 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.
j. Secure the material being drilled. Never
hold it in your hand or across legs. Unsta-
ble support can cause the drill bit to bind
causing loss of control and injury.
k. Disconnect battery pack from tool be-
fore making any assembly, adjustments
or changing accessories. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the tool accidentally.
l. 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.
m. If the bit becomes bound in the work-
piece, 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.
n. Do not strike the bit with a handheld
hammer or sledgehammer when attempt-
ing to dislodge a bound or jammed bit.
Fragments of metal from the bit could dis-
lodge and strike you or bystanders.
o. Never place the tool down until the bit or
accessory has come to a complete stop.
p. Do not grasp the tool or place your hands
too close to the spinning chuck or drill
bit. Your hand may be lacerated.
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Hammer Safety Warnings page heading
q. When installing a drill bit, insert the shank
r. Do not use dull or damaged bits and ac-
s. When removing the bit from the tool
t. Check to see that keys and adjusting
u. Do not run the tool while carrying it at
v. If devices are provided for the connec-
w. Do not throw dust on an open fire. Com-
x. Do not use dust extraction for operations
y. Do not use dust extraction with explosive
z. Do not use dust extraction when working
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
cessories. Dull or damaged bits have a
greater tendency to bind in the workpiece.
avoid contact with skin and use proper
protective gloves when grasping the bit
or accessory. Accessories may be hot after
prolonged use.
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.
your side. A spinning drill bit could be-
come entangled with clothing and injury
may result.
tion of dust collection and extraction sys-
tems, empty the dust container before
beginning work, frequently during work,
after completion of work, and before
storing the tool. Be extremely careful of
dust disposal, materials in fine particles
form may be explosive.
bustion from mixture of varnishes, lac-
quers, polyurethane, oil or water with dust
particles can occur if there is a static dis-
charge, electric spark, or excessive heat.
where dust may include burning, smok-
ing or smoldering items like hot ashes or
sparks. Fire inside the vacuum tank or bag
may occur. Dust may smolder and set vac-
uum on fire long after work is completed.
dusts, varnish, polyurethane coatings,
cleaners, or oil-based paints. Electric mo-
tors create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
on metal. Swarf from drilling metal may be
hot and may spark which may melt plastic
adaptors, vacuum hoses and may cause a
fire inside the vacuum tank or bag.
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