BOSCH GWX18V-8B15 18V X-LOCK Brushless 4-1-2 In. Angle Grinder Kit Instruction Manual

BOSCH GWX18V-8B15 18V X-LOCK Brushless 4-1-2 In. Angle Grinder Kit

Product Information

The Bosch GAL18V-40 Battery Charger is a charger for Bosch and AMPShare rechargeable batteries. It has important safety and operating instructions that need to be followed to avoid personal injury and property damage. The charger should only be used with the specified batteries and should be placed on a flat nonflammable surface away from flammable materials when recharging the battery pack.

Safety Symbols

The manual includes safety symbols that describe the level of severity for each signal word. The safety alert symbol alerts users to potential personal injury hazards. DANGER indicates a hazardous situation that will result in death or serious injury if not avoided. WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that could result in death or serious injury if not avoided. CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or moderate injury.

Important Safety and Operating Instructions

It is important to read all instructions and warning markings on the battery charger, battery pack, and product using the battery before use. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.

Charger Safety Rules

1. Do not substitute any other charger for the Bosch GAL18V-40 Battery Charger.
2. Before using the battery charger, read all instructions and warning markings on the battery charger, battery pack, and product using the battery.
3. Charge only Bosch or AMPShare rechargeable batteries listed on page 5 to reduce the risk of injury. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
4. Charge the battery pack in temperatures above +32 degrees F (0 degrees C) and below +113 degrees F (45 degrees C). Store the tool and battery pack in locations where temperatures will not exceed 120 degrees F (49 degrees C) to prevent serious damage to the battery cells.
5. Do not recharge the battery in damp or wet environments. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
6. Never submerge the battery pack, tool, or charger in water.
7. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. 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.
8. Battery leakage may occur under extreme usage or temperature conditions. If smoke or melting of the charger or battery pack is observed, unplug the charger immediately and do not use the battery pack or charger. Contact customer service immediately.
9. Place the charger on flat nonflammable surfaces and away from flammable materials when recharging the battery pack. Carpeting and other heat insulating surfaces block proper air circulation which may cause overheating of the charger and battery pack.
10. Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. Damaged plug and cord may result in electric shock or fire.
11. Disconnect the charger by pulling the plug.

Product Usage Instructions

To use the Bosch GAL18V-40 Battery Charger:

1. Read all instructions and warning markings on the battery charger, battery pack, and product using the battery before using the charger.
2. Place the charger on a flat nonflammable surface away from flammable materials when recharging the battery pack.
3. Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. Damaged plug and cord may result in electric shock or fire.
4. Charge only Bosch or AMPShare rechargeable batteries listed on page 5 to reduce the risk of injury. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
5. Charge the battery pack in temperatures above +32 degrees F (0 degrees C) and below +113 degrees F (45 degrees C). Store the tool and battery pack in locations where temperatures will not exceed 120 degrees F (49 degrees C) to prevent serious damage to the battery cells.
6. Disconnect the charger by pulling the plug when charging is complete.

Call Toll Free for Consumer Information & Service Locations

• 1-877-BOSCH99 (1-877-267-2499)
  • www.boschtools.com

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, could result in death or serious injury.
• CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury

Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Charger Safety Rules

1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for Bosch Battery and AMPShare Battery charger model GAL18V-40. Do not substitute any other charger.
2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and warning markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery pack, and (3) product using battery.
3. CAUTION – To reduce the risk of injury, charge only Bosch or AMPShare rechargeable batteries listed on page 5. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
4. Charge battery pack in temperatures above
5. 32 degrees F (0 degrees C) and below +113 degrees F (45 degrees C). Store tool and battery pack in locations where temperatures will not exceed 120 degrees F (49 degrees C). This is important to prevent serious damage to the battery cells.
6. Do not recharge battery in damp or wet environment. Do not expose charger to rain or snow. Water entering battery charger may result in electric shock or fire.
7. Never submerge battery pack, tool or charger in fluid of any kind or allow fluid to enter them. Corrosive or conductive fluid (such as seawater or industrial chemical or bleach containing products, etc.) can cause short circuit which may result in fire, personal injury and property damage.
8. Battery leakage may occur under extreme usage or temperature conditions. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. 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.
9. Place charger on flat nonflammable surfaces and away from flammable materials when recharging battery pack. 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 charger or battery pack is observed, unplug the charger immediately and do not use the battery pack or charger. Contact customer service immediately.
10. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. Damaged plug and cord may result in electric shock or fire.
11. Disconnect the charger by pulling the plug rather than the cord. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug; have them replaced immediately. Damaged plug or cord may result in electric shock or fire.
12. Do not insert battery pack in charger if battery pack case is cracked. Using damaged battery pack may result in electric shock or fire.
13. Do not disassemble charger or operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in anyway. Incorrect reassembly or damage may result in electric shock or fire.
14. Before each use, check the battery charger, cable, plug and battery pack. Do not use if damage is detected. Never open the battery charger or battery pack yourself, take it to a Bosch Factory Service Center, or qualified serviceman only using original replacement parts. Incorrect reassembly or using damaged product may result in electric shock or fire.
15. Do not use attachments not recommended or sold by Bosch. Using attachments not recommended may result in electric shock or fire.
16. Do not store battery pack in charger. Battery pack stored in charger over a long period of time could lead to battery pack damage and fire.
17. Unplug charger from outlet before storage, attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
18. Keep the battery charger clean by wiping the charger housing with a damp cloth. Contamination may result in electric shock or fire.
19. Replace battery pack if a substantial drop in operating time per charge is observed. Battery pack may be nearing the end of its life.

Battery Care

When batteries are not in tool or charger, keep them away from metal objects. For example, to protect terminals from shorting DO NOT place batteries in a tool box or pocket with nails, screws, keys, etc. Fire or injury may result.
DO NOT PUT BATTERIES INTO FIRE or expose to high heat. They may explode.

Battery Disposal
Do not attempt to disas-semble the battery or remove any component projecting from the battery terminals. Fire or injury may result. Prior to disposal, protect exposed terminals with heavy insulating tape to prevent shorting.

LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
If equipped with a lithium-ion battery, the battery must be collected, recycled or disposed of in an environmentally 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 municipal 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 Bosch 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.”

Extension Cords
AN EXTENSION CORD SHOULD NOT BE USED UNLESS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY. Use of improper extension cord could result in risk of fire and electrical shock. If an extension cord is used, make sure:

Length of

Cord, Feet

| 25| 50| 100| 150
---|---|---|---|---
AWG Size of

Cord

| 18| 16| 16| 14

• The pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug on charger.
• The extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
• The wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger as specified below:
• An extension cord is a temporary solution. Move the charger to a standard receptacle as soon as the job has been completed

Important Charging Notes

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 begin charging the battery. (This may happen if the battery pack is hot from heavy use). Once the battery temperature returns to its safe charging temperature, 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:
5. Check for voltage at outlet by plugging in some other electrical device.
6. Check to see if outlet is connected to a light switch which turns power “off” when lights are turned off.
7. Check battery pack terminals and charger connectors for dirt. Clean with cotton swab and alcohol if necessary.
8. 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.
   Note : Use of chargers or battery packs not sold by Bosch will void the warranty

FCC

The manufacturer is not responsible for radio interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE! This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital devices, 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 uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Electronic Cell Protection (ECP)

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 power tool 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.

Functional Description and Specifications

Bosch Batteries or AMPShare

| Approximate charging time

to capacity

---|---
80%| 100%
18V 2.0Ah| 24 min| 35 min
18V 3.0Ah| 36 min| 50 min
18V 4.0Ah| 48 min| 65 min
18V 5.0Ah| 60 min| 70 min

1. Battery
2. Charger
3. Error indicator (red light)
4. Charging indicator (green light)
5. Wall-mounting slots

This charger will only charge the following batteries:

• Bosch or AMPShare BAT600 – BAT650;
• Bosch or AMPShare WCBAT612 – WCBAT625;
• Bosch or AMPShare GBA18V000 – GBA18V999.

For most up to date battery compatibility, please refer to www.boschtools.com

Charging Battery Pack

• Plug charger cord into your standard power outlet.
• With no battery pack inserted, the charger’s green indicator light will go ON. This indicates the charger is receiving power and the charger is ready for operation.
• When you insert the battery pack 1 into the charger. The charger’s green indicator light 4 will begin to “BLINK”. This indicates that the battery is receiving a fast charge.
• Once approximately 80% battery capacity has been reached, the blinking of green light will slow down, indicating that fast charging is now complete. If battery remains in charger, the charging process is completed in Long Life charging mode.
• The purpose of the rapidly “BLINKING” 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 when battery is fully charged.
• Continuous green battery charger light 4 indicates that the battery is fully charged. However, the battery pack may be used at any time, even if the green light is still blinking.
• A steady red indicator light 3 means that the battery pack is outside the proper temperature ranges (too hot or too cold) so the charger will not begin the charging process. Charging (Fast or long Life Charging Mode) is only possible when the temperature range of the battery pack is between 32°F (0°C) and 113°F (45°C).
• As soon as the battery pack reaches the correct temperature range, the battery charger will automatically switch to fast charging.
• If the red indicator light 3 is “BLINKING”, the battery pack cannot accept a charge. This may be due to the contacts on the charger or battery pack is contaminated, the battery pack itself may be defective, or battery may be wrong type for this charger.
  • Confirm battery compatibility with charger by checking list of genuine Bosch Battery or AMPShare battery packs outlined on page 5 of this manual.
  • If applicable, insert another compatible battery pack into charger to verify charger is working properly.
  • Clean the contacts of the charger or battery pack (e. g. by using a cotton swab and alcohol on battery and charger terminals or inserting and removing the battery several times) or replace the battery pack, as required.
• 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.

Wall Mounting

• Read instructions of the drill driver and the mounting hardware prior to drilling hole.
  Note : The consumer is responsible for damage or injury caused by incorrect installation.

• Use mounting hardware which is appropriate for the wall type and suitable for the weight of charger and heaviest battery pack. If the charger is installed without the correct hardware, the product may be unstable and cause property damage or personal injury.

• Do not wall mount the charger where the weight of the charger and battery cannot be supported. If the strength of the wall mount location is not strong enough, the charger can fall off and cause an injury. Note: It is the consumer’s responsibility to ensure that the wall can properly support the total weight.

• Check to be sure that there are no hidden live wires, water pipe, or gas pipe behind the mounting area. Cutting or drilling into any of these may cause serious injury or death.

• Do not mount to any surface other than a vertical wall. Mounting of the charger is designed for vertical surfaces only. Improper installation may cause property damage or personal injury.

• The charger can be mounted to a wall using wall mounting slots 5 (Fig. 2).

  • Locate mounting area on the wall.
  • Mark two points on a vertical line 2.84″ (72mm) apart.
  • Select the appropriate screws and anchors (if necessary) for the material of the wall. (Mounting hardware not included.)
  • Drill into wall with appropriate drill bit. If anchors are to be used, follow anchor hardware manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Screw in two round-head screws (not included) with a diameter of 0.2″ (5mm) to maximum 0.25″ (6.5mm) into wall or anchors. Leave approximately 0.13” (3.3 mm) space between bottom of screw head and wall.
  • Position the charger screw slots over the mounting screws. Push charger towards the wall and slide it down to secure charger to mounting screws.

• Note: Make sure the charger is securely mounted and that it is tight against the mounting surface. Adjust screw exposure as necessary to ensure the charger is flat against the wall.

Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty of Bosch Portable and Benchtop Power Tools

Limited Warranty of Bosch Portable and Benchtop Power Tools (“Limited Warranty”)
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation (“Bosch”, “we” or “our”) warrants to the original end-user purchaser only that each BOSCH®-branded portable and benchtop power tool and battery (each, a “Product”) will be free from defects in material or workmanship for the period of time listed in the chart below for the “Product Category” applicable for such Product (as applicable, the “Warranty Period”):

years from the date of purchase
18V Power Tool Batteries| Three (3) years from the date of purchase
12V Cordless Power Tools and 12V Chargers| One (1) year from the date of purchase
12V Power Tool Batteries| One (1) year from the date of purchase
Corded Portable Power Tools and Corded Benchtop Power Tools| One (1) year from the date of purchase

OUR SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, under any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been abused, misused, carelessly handled, or repaired by persons other than Bosch or a Bosch Authorized Service Center.
Normal wear and tear of your Product is not covered by this Limited Warranty. As a result, Product parts that may become worn or exhausted over time due to normal wear and tear (including, without limitation, air filters, blade clamps, brushes, bumpers, bumper cover washers, chucks, cords, driver belts, driver blades, isolators, lifters, o-rings, pistons, piston/driver assemblies, piston stops, saw shoes, seals, strikers, etc.), or any other service or repairs required due to normal wear and tear on a Product, are not covered by this Limited Warranty.
To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must return the complete Product, transportation prepaid, to any Bosch Factory Service Center or Bosch Autho-rized Service Center. Please include a dated proof of purchase with your Product so we can determine if your Product is within the Warranty Period. If you do not have the dated proof of purchase for the Product that is the subject of your claim, we will use the Product’s production code to determine whether the Product is within the Warranty Period. For locations of nearby Bosch Factory Service Centers or Bosch Authorized Service Centers, please use our service locator at https://www.boschtools.com/us/en/service/service- center-locator/. For more information on Limited Warranty performance, please contact our customer service at 1-877-267-2499.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO BOSCH®-BRANDED:

• MEASURING TOOLS,
• ACCESSORY ITEMS SUCH AS CIRCULAR SAW BLADES, DRILL BITS, ROUTER BITS, JIGSAW BLADES, SANDING BELTS, GRINDING WHEELS AND OTHER SIMILAR TYPES OF ITEMS; OR
  • CARRYING CASES OR CARRYING BAGS.

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR A PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE SHORTER OF (i) THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD FOR SUCH PROD-UCT/PRODUCT CATEGORY LISTED ABOVE, OR (ii) SUCH DURATION AS WOULD OTHERWISE APPLY UNDER APPLICABLE LAW IF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WERE NOT OFFERED BY BOSCH. SOME STATES IN THE U.S., AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES, DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
IN NO EVENT SHALL BOSCH BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROF-ITS) ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. SOME STATES IN THE U.S. AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITAITON, QUEBEC) DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U.S., PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO PRODUCTS SOLD WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND CANADA. FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE WITHIN OTHER COUNTRIES, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BOSCH® BRAND TOOL DEALER OR IMPORTER.

© Robert Bosch Tool Corporation 1800 W. Central Road
Mt. Prospect, IL 60056-2230
1605A0019V 01/2023

References

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