BOSCH GBH 18V-24 C Cordless Rotary Hammer Instructions

: June 13, 2024
: Bosch

Table of Contents

BOSCH GBH 18V-24 C Cordless Rotary Hammer
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Safety instructions
Symbols
Product Description and Specifications
Product Features
Technical Data
Noise/Vibration Information
Assembly
Operation
- Start-up
Connectivity functions
- System Requirements for Using the App
Maintenance and Service
References
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BOSCH GBH 18V-24 C Cordless Rotary Hammer

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Product Information

Product Name: GBH 18V-24 C Professional
Manufacturer: Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH
Country of Origin: Germany
Website: www.bosch-pt.com
Model Number: 1 609 92A 866 (2022.09)

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions:

Keep your work area clean and well-maintained.
The power tool’s plug must be properly connected.
Use a residual current device (RCD) when operating the tool in wet conditions to reduce the risk of electric shock.
Avoid short-circuiting between the battery contacts to prevent burns or fire.

Use and Handling of the Power Tool:

Only allow qualified personnel to repair the power tool using original spare parts to ensure its safety.

Use and Handling of the Battery

Powered Tool:
Follow the instructions and guidelines provided in the user manual for the battery-powered tool to ensure safe usage.

Product Description:

Please refer to the illustrations in the front section of the user manual for a visual representation of the power tool. The labeled components on the power tool include:

SDS-plus chuck
SDS-plus tool holder
Dust protection cap
Switch
Hammer/drill stop switch
Rotation direction switch
On/off switch
Battery (labeled as “a”)
Work light – Depth stop
User interface
Battery release button (labeled as “a”)
Tool status display (User Interface)
Battery charge level display (User Interface)
Quick shutdown display (User Interface)
Mode selection button (User Interface) – Smartphone display (User Interface)
Mode display (User Interface)
Temperature display (User Interface)
Universal holder with SDS-plus shank (labeled as “a”)

Technical Specifications:

Battery Hammer Drill
Part Number: 3 611 J23 0..
Rated Voltage: 18V
No-load Speed: 0-980 min-1
Impact Rate: 0-4350 min-1 –
Tool Holder: SDS-plus
Weight: 3.4-4.3 kg
Recommended Ambient Temperature during Charging: 0…+35°C

Note: The information provided above is based on the text-extract from the user manual and may not cover all aspects of product usage.

For complete and accurate instructions, please refer to the official user manual or contact the manufacturer directly.

Safety instructions

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING Read all safety warnings, instruc-tions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all in-structions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cord-less) power tool.

Work area safety

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical safety

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded sur-faces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerat-ors. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of elec-tric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carry-ing, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an exten-sion cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suit-able for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is un-avoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protec-ted supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inatten-tion while operating power tools may result in serious per-sonal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal in-juries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or en-ergising power tools that have the switch on invites acci-dents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal in-jury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jew-ellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust ex-traction and collection facilities, ensure these are con-nected and properly used. Use of dust collection can re-duce dust-related hazards.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe in-jury within a fraction of a second.

Power tool use and care

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was de-signed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or re-move the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing ac-cessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for mis-alignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly main-tained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into ac-count the working conditions and the work to be per-formed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

Battery tool use and care

Recharge only with the charger specified by the manu-facturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of bat-tery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
Use power tools only with specifically designated bat-tery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally oc-curs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, addi-tionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the bat-tery may cause irritation or burns.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excess-ive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C may cause explosion.
Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

Service

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Never service damaged battery packs. Service of bat-tery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

Hammer Safety Warnings
Safety instructions for all operations

Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting ac-cessory or fasteners may contact hidden wiring . Cut-ting accessory or fasteners contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.

Safety instructions when using long drill bits with rotary hammers

Always start drilling at low speed and with the bit tip in contact with the workpiece. At higher speeds, the bit is likely to bend if allowed to rotate freely without contact-ing the workpiece, resulting in personal injury.
Apply pressure only in direct line with the bit and do not apply excessive pressure. Bits can bend, causing breakage or loss of control, resulting in personal injury.

Additional safety information

Use suitable detectors to determine if there are hid-den supply lines or contact the local utility company for assistance. Contact with electric cables can cause fire and electric shock. Damaging gas lines can lead to ex-plosion. Breaking water pipes causes property damage.
Always wait until the power tool has come to a com-plete stop before placing it down. The application tool can jam and cause you to lose control of the power tool.
Secure the workpiece. A workpiece clamped with clamping devices or in a vice is held more secure than by hand.
In case of damage and improper use of the battery, va-pours may be emitted. The battery can set alight or ex-plode. Ensure the area is well ventilated and seek medical attention should you experience any adverse effects. The vapours may irritate the respiratory system.
Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuit-ing.
The battery can be damaged by pointed objects such as nails or screwdrivers or by force applied externally. An internal short circuit may occur, causing the battery to burn, smoke, explode or overheat.
Only use the battery in the manufacturer’s products. This is the only way in which you can protect the battery against dangerous overload.
Protect the battery against heat, e.g. against continuous intense sunlight, fire, dirt, water and moisture. There is a risk of explosion and short-circuiting.
Do not touch any application tools or adjacent housing components shortly after operation. These can become very hot during operation and cause burns.
The application tool may jam during drilling. Make sure you have a stable footing and hold the power tool firmly with both hands. Otherwise you could lose con-trol of the power tool.
Take care when carrying out demolition work using the chisel. Falling fragments of the demolition material could injure you or any bystanders.
Hold the power tool firmly with both hands and make sure you have a stable footing. The power tool can be more securely guided with both hands.
WARNING
Ensure that the coin cell is kept out of the reach of children. Coin cells are dangerous.
Coin cells must never be swallowed or inserted into any other part of the body. If you suspect that someone has swallowed a coin cell or that a coin cell has entered the body in another way, seek medical at-tention immediately. Swallowing coin cells can result in severe internal burns and death within 2 hours.
Ensure that coin cell replacement is carried out prop-erly. There is a risk of explosion.
Only use the coin cells listed in this operating manual. Do not use any other coin cells or other forms of electrical power supply.
Do not attempt to recharge the coin cell and do not short circuit the coin cell. The coin cell may leak, ex-plode, catch fire and cause personal injury.
Remove and dispose of drained coin cell correctly. Drained coin cell may leak and damage the product or cause personal injury.
Do not overheat the coin cell or throw it into fire. The coin cell may leak, explode, catch fire and cause personal injury.
Do not damage the coin cell and take the coin cell apart. The coin cell may leak, explode, catch fire and cause personal injury.
Do not allow damaged coin cells to come into contact with water. Leaking lithium may mix with water to create hydrogen, which could cause a fire, an explosion, or per-sonal injury.
Caution! When using the power tool with Bluetooth®, a fault may occur in other devices and systems, aero-planes and medical devices (e.g. pacemakers, hearing aids). Also, damage to people and animals in the im-mediate vicinity cannot be completely excluded. Do not use the power tool with Bluetooth® in the vicinity of medical devices, petrol stations, chemical plants, areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere or in blasting areas. Do not use the power tool with Bluetooth® in aircraft. Avoid using the product near your body for extended periods.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trade-marks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH is under li-cense.

Symbols

The following symbols may be important for the operation of your power tool. Please take note of these symbols and their meaning. Correctly interpreting the symbols will help you to operate the power tool more effectively and safely.

Symbols and their Meaning

Product Description and Specifications

Read all the safety and general instructions. Failure to observe the safety and general in-structions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Please observe the illustrations at the beginning of this oper-ating manual.

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Intended Use
The power tool is intended for hammer drilling in concrete, brick and stone, as well as for light chiselling work. It is also suitable for drilling without impact in wood, metal, ceramic and plastic. Power tools with electronic control and right/left rotation are also suitable for screwdriving.
With the Bluetooth® Low Energy Module inserted, power tool data and settings can be transferred between the power tool and a mobile device by means of Bluetooth® wireless techno-logy.

Product Features

The numbering of the product features refers to the diagram of the power tool on the graphics page.

SDS plus drill chuck
SDS plus tool holder
Dust protection cap
Locking sleeve
Button for depth stop adjustment
Release button for impact/mode selector switch
Impact/mode selector switch
Rotational direction switch
On/off switch
Handle (insulated gripping surface)
Rechargeable batterya)
Worklight
Auxiliary handle (insulated gripping surface)
Depth stop
User interface
Battery release buttona)
Power tool status indicator (user interface)
Battery charge indicator (user interface)
Rapid shut-off indicator (user interface)
Button to select the working mode (user interface)
Smartphone indicator (user interface)
Working mode indicator (user interface)
Temperature indicator (user interface)
Universal holder with SDS plus shanka)

Accessories shown or described are not included with the product as standard. You can find the complete selection of accessories in our accessories range.

Technical Data

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Measured at 20–25 °C with rechargeable battery ProCORE18V 12.0Ah.
optimum performance with drilling diameter 6−14 mm
Depends on battery in use
Limited performance at temperatures < 0 °C
The mobile devices must be compatible with Bluetooth® Low Energy devices (version 4.2) and support the Generic Access Profile (GAP).
The signal range may vary greatly depending on external conditions, including the receiving device used. The Bluetooth® range may be significantly weaker inside closed rooms and through metallic barriers (e.g. walls, shelving units, cases, etc.).

Noise/Vibration Information

Noise emission values determined according to EN IEC 62841-2-6. Typically, the A-weighted noise level of the power tool is: Sound pressure level 92 dB(A); sound power level 103 dB(A). Uncertainty K = 3 dB.

Wear hearing protection!
Vibration total values ah (triax vector sum) and uncertainty K determined according to EN IEC 62841-2-6:

Hammer drilling into concrete: ah=15.5 m/s2, K=1.5 m/s2,
Chiselling: ah=9.5 m/s2, K=1.5 m/s2,

The vibration level and noise emission value given in these instructions have been measured in accordance with a standardised measuring procedure and may be used to com-pare power tools. They may also be used for a preliminary estimation of vibration and noise emissions.
The stated vibration level and noise emission value repres-ent the main applications of the power tool. However, if the power tool is used for other applications, with different ap-plication tools or is poorly maintained, the vibration level and noise emission value may differ. This may significantly increase the vibration and noise emissions over the total working period.
To estimate vibration and noise emissions accurately, the times when the tool is switched off or when it is running but not actually being used should also be taken into account. This may significantly reduce vibration and noise emissions over the total working period.
Implement additional safety measures to protect the oper-ator from the effects of vibration, such as servicing the power tool and application tools, keeping their hands warm, and organising workflows correctly.

Rechargeable battery
Bosch sells some cordless power tools without a re-chargeable battery. You can tell whether a rechargeable bat-tery is included with the power tool by looking at the pack-aging.

Charging the battery

Use only the chargers listed in the technical data. Only these chargers are matched to the lithium-ion battery of your power tool.

Note : Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are supplied par-tially charged according to international transport regula-tions. To ensure full rechargeable battery capacity, fully charge the rechargeable battery before using your tool for the first time.

Inserting the Battery
Push the charged battery into the battery holder until it clicks into place.

Removing the Battery
To remove the rechargeable battery, press the battery re-lease button and pull the battery out. Do not use force to do this.
The rechargeable battery has two locking levels to prevent the battery from falling out if the battery release button is pressed unintentionally. The rechargeable battery is held in place by a spring when fitted in the power tool.

Battery charge indicator
The green LEDs on the battery charge indicator indicate the state of charge of the battery. For safety reasons, it is only possible to check the state of charge when the power tool is not in operation.
Press the button for the battery charge indicator or to show the state of charge. This is also possible when the bat-tery is removed.
If no LED lights up after pressing the button for the battery charge indicator, then the battery is defective and must be replaced.
The state of charge of the battery is also displayed on the user interface Status indications.

Battery model GBA 18V…

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Recommendations for Optimal Handling of the Battery

Protect the battery against moisture and water.
Only store the battery within a temperature range of −20 to 50 °C. Do not leave the battery in your car in the summer, for example.
Occasionally clean the ventilation slots on the battery using a soft brush that is clean and dry.
A significantly reduced operating time after charging indic-ates that the battery has deteriorated and must be replaced. Follow the instructions on correct disposal.

Assembly

Remove the battery from the power tool before carry-ing out work on the power tool (e.g. maintenance, changing tool, etc.). The battery should also be re- moved for transport and storage. There is risk of injury from unintentionally pressing the on/off switch.

Auxiliary handle

Do not operate your power tool without the auxiliary handle (13).
Make sure that the auxiliary handle is always tightened. Otherwise you could lose control of the power tool when working.

Swivelling the auxiliary handle (see figure A)
You can swivel the auxiliary handle (13) to any angle for a safe work posture that minimises fatigue. Turn the lower gripping end of the auxiliary handle (13) anticlockwise and swivel the auxiliary handle (13) into the required position. Then turn the lower gripping end of the auxiliary handle (13) clockwise to retighten it. Make sure that the retaining strap of the auxiliary handle slots into the corresponding groove of the housing.

Changing the Tool
The dust protection cap (3) largely prevents the penetration of drilling dust into the tool holder during operation. When inserting the tool, make sure that the dust protection cap (3) does not become damaged. Replace a damaged dust protection cap immediately. It is recommended that you have use an after-sales service for this.

Changing the tool (SDS plus)
Inserting SDS-plus application tools (see figure B1) The SDS-plus drill chuck enables you to change the applica-tion tool easily and conveniently without needing to use ad-ditional tools.

Clean and lightly grease the insertion end of the application tool.
Insert the application tool into the tool holder while turning it until it locks automatically.
Check the latching by pulling the tool. As a requirement of the system, the SDS-plus application tool can move freely. This causes a certain radial run-out at no-load, which has no effect on the accuracy of the drill hole, as the drill bit centres itself upon drilling. Removing SDS-plus application tools (see figure B2)
Push the locking sleeve (4) back and remove the applica-tion tool.

Dust/Chip Extraction
The dust from materials such as lead paint, some types of wood, minerals and metal can be harmful to human health. Touching or breathing in this dust can trigger allergic reac-tions and/or cause respiratory illnesses in the user or in people in the near vicinity. Certain dusts, such as oak or beech dust, are classified as carcinogenic, especially in conjunction with wood treatment additives (chromate, wood preservative). Materials contain-ing asbestos may only be machined by specialists.

Use a dust extraction system that is suitable for the ma-terial wherever possible.
Provide good ventilation at the workplace.
It is advisable to wear a P2 filter class breathing mask. The regulations on the material being machined that apply in the country of use must be observed.
Avoid dust accumulation at the workplace. Dust can easily ignite.

Dust extraction with GDE 18V-16 (accessory)(see figure G)
The GDE 18V-16 dust extraction attachment (accessory) is required for extracting concrete dust and stone dust. This dust extraction system is not suitable for dust from wood, metal and plastic or for dust which is harmful to one’s health (e.g. asbestos).

Operation

Start-up

Setting the Operating Mode
The operating mode of the power tool is selected using the impact/mode selector switch (7).

To change the operating mode, press the release button (6) and turn the impact/mode selector switch (7) until it clicks into the required position.

Note: Only change the operating mode when the power tool is switched off. Otherwise, the power tool may become dam-aged.

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Setting the rotational direction (see figure C)
The rotational direction switch (8) is used to change the ro-tational direction of the power tool. However, this is not pos-sible while the on/off switch (9) is being pressed. Only operate the rotational direction switch (8) when the power tool is not in use. Always set the rotational direction to clockwise rotation for hammer drilling, drilling and chiselling.

Clockwise: To drill and to drive in screws, press the rota-tional direction switch (8) all the way to the left.
Anticlockwise: To loosen and unscrew screws and nuts, press the rotational direction switch (8) all the way to the right.

Switching On/Off

To switch on the power tool, press the on/off switch (9). The worklight (12) lights up when the on/off switch (9) is lightly or fully pressed, allowing the work area to be illumin-ated in poor lighting conditions.
To switch off the power tool, release the on/off switch (9).

For low temperatures, the power tool reaches the full ham-mer/impact capacity only after a certain time.

Adjusting the Speed/Impact Rate
You can adjust the speed/impact rate of the power tool when it is on by pressing in the on/off switch (9) to varying ex-tents.
Applying light pressure to the on/off switch (9) results in a low rotational speed/impact rate. Applying increasing pres-sure to the switch increases the speed/impact rate.
You can also control the speed on the user interface and/or via a smartphone app: .

Changing the chiselling position (Vario-Lock)
You can lock the chisel in 40 different positions, so you can select the optimum working position for each task.

Insert the chisel into the tool holder.
Turn the impact/mode selector switch (7) to the “Vario-Lock” position.
Turn the application tool to the required chisel position.
Turn the impact/mode selector switch (7) to the “chis-elling” position. With this, the tool holder is locked.
Set the rotational direction for chiselling to clockwise.

User interface (see figure D)
The user interface (15) is used to select the working mode and to indicate the status of the power tool.

Status indications

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Practical Advice

The power tool with built-in Bluetooth® Low Energy Module is equipped with a radio interface. Local oper-ating restrictions, e.g. in aircraft or hospitals, must be observed.
In areas in which the Bluetooth® wireless technology must not be used, the Bluetooth® Low Energy Module must be switched off via the app.

Setting the drilling depth (see figure E)
You can use the depth stop (14) to set the required drilling depth X.

Press the button for depth stop adjustment (5) and insert the depth stop into the auxiliary handle (13). The fluting on the depth stop (14) must face downwards.
Insert the SDS-plus application tool into the SDS-plus tool holder (2) to the stop. Otherwise, the movability of the SDS-plus drilling tool can lead to incorrect adjustment of the drilling depth.
Pull the depth stop far enough out that the distance between the drill bit tip and the edge of the depth stop corresponds to the required drilling depth X.

Overload clutch

If the application tool jams or snags, the power trans-mission to the drill spindle will be interrupted. Always hold the power tool firmly with both hands to with-stand the forces this may create and adopt a position with stable footing.
Switch the power tool off immediately and remove the application tool if the power tool becomes blocked. Switching on when the drilling tool is blocked may cause high torque reactions.

Rapid shut-off (KickBack Control)

The rapid shut-off function (KickBack Control) gives the user greater control over the power tool and offers them bet-ter protection than power tools that do not have Kickback Control. If the power tool suddenly and unforeseeably rotates around the drilling axis, it will switch off, the rapid shut-off indicator (19) will light up red and the worklight (12) will flash. When rapid shut-off is activated, the status indicator (17) flashes red.
To switch the tool back on, release the on/off switch (9) and then press it again.

Inserting screwdriver bits (see figure F)

Only apply the power tool to the screw/nut when the tool is switched off. Rotating tool inserts can slip off. A universal holder (24) with SDS-plus shank (accessory) is required to work with screwdriver bits.
Clean and lightly grease the insertion end of the shank.
Insert the universal holder into the tool holder while turn-ing it until it locks automatically.
Check that it is locked by pulling the universal holder.
Insert a screwdriver bit in the universal holder. Only use screwdriver bits that fit the screw head.
To remove the universal holder, slide the locking sleeve (4) backwards and remove the universal holder (24) from the tool holder.

Connectivity functions

System Requirements for Using the App

System Requirements

Installing and Setting up the App
You will need to install the device-specific app before you can use the connectivity functions. Download the app from the corresponding app store (Apple App Store, Google Play Store).
Note: You will need to have a user account with the relev-ant app store to do this.

Then select the MyTools or Connectivity sub-item in the app.
The display of your mobile device shows you all of the subsequent steps required to connect the power tool to the mobile device.

Data Transfer via Bluetooth®
The built-in Bluetooth® Low Energy Module sends a signal at regular intervals. Depending on ambient conditions, multiple transmission intervals may be required before the power tool is detected. If the power tool is not detected, check the following:

Is the distance to the mobile device too great? Reduce the distance between the mobile device and the power tool.
Is the coin cell for the built-in Bluetooth® Low Energy Mod-ule weak or drained? Contact an authorised after-sales service centre for Bosch power tools to replace the coin cell.
Switch Bluetooth® off and on again on your mobile device. Check whether the power tool has now been detected.

Functions in Conjunction with the Power Tool
In conjunction with the Bluetooth® Low Energy Module , the following connectivity functions are available for the power tool:

Registration and personalisation
Status check, output of warning messages
General information and settings
Management
Adjusting the Bluetooth® transfer settings for Favourite working mode

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning

Remove the battery from the power tool before carry-ing out work on the power tool (e.g. maintenance, changing tool, etc.). The battery should also be re-moved for transport and storage. There is risk of injury from unintentionally pressing the on/off switch.
To ensure safe and efficient operation, always keep the power tool and the ventilation slots clean.
Replace a damaged dust protection cap immediately. It is recommended that you have use an after-sales service for this.
Clean the tool holder (2) after each use.

Replacing the Built-in Coin Cell
The Bluetooth® Low Energy Module is fitted with a coin cell. You will be notified via the Bosch Toolbox app if the coin cell is too weak or if it is drained. The coin cell replacement must be performed by Bosch or by an after- sales service centre authorised to work with Bosch power tools.

Caution: The coin cell must always be replaced with a coin cell of the same type. There is a risk of explosion.
Remove and dispose of drained coin cell correctly. Drained coin cell may leak and damage the product or cause personal injury.

After-Sales Service and Application Service
Our after-sales service responds to your questions concern-ing maintenance and repair of your product as well as spare parts. You can find explosion drawings and information on spare parts at: www.bosch-pt.com. The Bosch product use advice team will be happy to help you with any questions about our products and their accessor-ies.
In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always include the 10‑digit article number given on the nameplate of the product.

Great Britain

Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)
P.O. Box 98
Broadwater Park
North Orbital Road
Denham Uxbridge
UB 9 5HJ
At www.bosch-pt.co.uk you can order spare parts or arrange the collection of a product in need of servicing or repair.
Tel. Service: (0344) 7360109
E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com
You can find further service addresses at: www.bosch-pt.com/serviceaddresses

Transport
The recommended lithium-ion batteries are subject to legis-lation on the transport of dangerous goods. The user can transport the batteries by road without further require-ments.
When shipping by third parties (e.g.: by air transport or for-warding agency), special requirements on packaging and la-belling must be observed. For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is re-quired.
Dispatch battery packs only when the housing is undam-aged. Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the bat-tery in such a manner that it cannot move around in the packaging. Please also observe the possibility of more de-tailed national regulations.

Disposal

Power tools, rechargeable batteries, accessor-ies and packaging should be sorted for environ-mental-friendly recycling.
Do not dispose of power tools and batteries/re-chargeable batteries into household waste!

Only for EU countries:
According to the Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its transposition into national law, power tools that are no longer usable, and, according to the Directive 2006/66/EC, defective or drained batteries must be collected separately and disposed of in an environ- mentally correct manner.
If disposed incorrectly, waste electrical and electronic equipment may have harmful effects on the environment and human health, due to the potential presence of hazardous substances.

Only for United Kingdom:
According to The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2013 (SI 2013/3113) (as amended) and the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009
(SI 2009/890) (as amended), products that are no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner.

Battery packs/batteries:
Li-ion:
Please observe the notes in the section on transport (see “Transport”, page 25).