BOSCH GCA30-42K Power Tool Auto-Start Retrofit Kit Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- Bosch
Table of Contents
BOSCH GCA30-42K Power Tool Auto-Start Retrofit Kit
Specifications
- Product Name / Model Number: Auto-Start Remote Receiver/GCA30-42
- Operating Manual: Button/coin cell 3V lithium CR2032 battery
Product Information
The Auto-Start Remote Receiver/GCA30-42 is a power tool designed for specific usage with a Button/coin cell 3V lithium CR2032 battery. It complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits for safety during operation.
Usage Instructions
Safety Guidelines
- Always read the safety warnings, instructions, illustrations, and specifications provided with the power tool.
- Use only the recommended batteries listed in the operating manual to avoid risks of electric shock, fire, and injury.
- Keep batteries away from children to prevent chemical burn hazards.
Battery Handling
- Ensure proper battery replacement to avoid the risk of explosion.
- Secure the battery compartment cover tightly; if not closed securely, stop using the product and remove the battery.
Battery Disposal
- Never dispose of batteries in fire or expose them to high heat to prevent explosions.
- Do not attempt to recharge or short circuit the batteries to avoid leakage, explosion, and personal injury.
FAQ
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Q: What should I do if a battery is swallowed?
A: If you suspect a battery has been swallowed, seek immediate medical attention as it can cause severe internal burns. -
Q: Can I use other types of batteries?
A: Only use the Button/coin cell 3V lithium CR2032 battery as specified in the operating manual to ensure safe operation.
IMPORTANT
Read Before Using
Operating / Safety Instructions
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.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustra-tions and specifications
provided with this pow-er tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed
below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Only use batteries listed in this operating manu-al. Only use Button/coin cell 3V lithium CR2032 battery. Do not use any other button/coin cells or other forms of electrical power supply.
Ensure that battery replacement is carried out properly. There is a risk of
explosion.
****Chemical Burn Hazard. Keep batteries away from children. This product
contains a lithium button/ coin cell battery. If a new or used lithium
button/coin cell battery is swallowed or enters the body, it can cause severe
internal burns and can lead to death in as little as 2 hours. If you think a
battery might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek
immediate medical atten-tion.
****Always completely secure the battery compartment cover. If the battery compartment cover does not close securely, stop using the product, remove the battery, and keep it away from children.
When discarding batteries, insulate the ‘+’ and ‘–’ terminals with
insulating tape. When disposed of improperly, lithium batteries may short,
causing them to become hot, burst or ignite.
Never dispose of the batteries in a fire or expose to high heat. The
batteries may explode.
Do not attempt to recharge the batteries and do not short circuit the
batteries. The batteries may leak, explode, catch fire and cause personal
injury.
Follow all instructions and warnings provided by your Bluetooth® device
manufacturer. Failure to follow recommended procedures could result in
personal injury or property damage.
FCC Statement
The GCA30-42 complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. The GCA30-42 complies with the safety requirements
for RF exposure in accordance with FCC Part 2.1093 for portable use
conditions.
Product Name / Model Number:
Auto-Start Remote Receiver/GCA30-42
FCC Caution
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:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- 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.
Industry Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause interference, and
- This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
GCA30-42 complies with ISED RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. The GCA30-42 complies with the safety requirements
for RF exposure in accordance with RSS-102 Issue 5 section 2.5.1 for portable
(≤20 cm) use conditions.
HVIN: GCA30-42
Intended Use
This autostart system is an attachment that is compatible with Bosch dust
extractors. It is designed to automatically start and stop the connected dust
extractor when the cordless power tool is turned on/off.
When the cordless power tool is turned on/off, the vibration detection sen-sor
inside the GCT30-42 Auto-Start Remote transfers a start/stop signal to the
GCA30-42 receiver. When the GCA30-42 receiver receives the the start/stop
signal, the corresponding dust extractor will automatically start/stop.
Refer to the operating instructions for the Auto-Start remote GCT30-42 or the
dust extractor used for more information.
Specifications
| Receiver | GCA30-42 |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature | -4…+122°F (-20…+50°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -4…+149°F (-20…+65°C) |
Dimensions
(length x width x height)
| 3.58” x 3.11” x 4.76”
Data Transfer
Bluetooth®| Bluetooth® 4.2 (Low Energy)
Frequency range used| 2402-2480 MHz
Output power| < 10 mW
Auto-Start Remote| GCT30-42
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Operating temperature| -4…+122°F (-20…+50°C)
Storage Temperature| -4…+165°F (-20…+50°C)
Dimensions A)| 1.69” x 0.70” x 1.65”
Attachment band length| 9.44”
Protection class| IP54
Data Transfer
Bluetooth®| Bluetooth® 4.2 (Low Energy)
Frequency range used| 2402-2480 MHz
Output power| < 10 mW
Energy Supply| Bluetooth Low Energy Module
Coin cell| 3V lithium battery, CR 2032
A) Without attachment band
Values can vary depending upon the product and are subject to application and
environmental conditions. For further information www.bosch-profes-
sional.com/wac.
Symbols
Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
| Symbol | Designation/Explanation |
|---|---|
| V | Volts (voltage) |
| kg | Kilograms (weight) |
| min | Minutes (time) |
| s | Seconds (time) |
| n0 | No load speed (rotational speed, at no load) |
| n | Rated speed (Maximum attainable speed) |
| 0 | Off position (zero speed, zero torque…) |
| Arrow (action in the direction of arrow) | |
| Type or a characteristic of current | |
| Type or a characteristic of current |
Getting to Know Your GCA30-42K Auto-Start System
Getting to Know Your GCA30-42K Auto-Start System
GCA30-42 Components
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Receiver
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Status Indicator with Auto-Start Symbol (User Interface)
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Button (User Interface)
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Plug
GCT30-42 Components: -
Auto-Start Remote
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LED Status Indicator (User Interface)
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Start/Stop Button (User Interface)
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Fastening Hook for Attachment Band
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Battery Compartment Cover
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Attachment Band
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CR2032 3V Li-ion Coin Cell Battery
Included in the GCT30-42
Assembly
Mounting the Auto-Start Remote
To mount the Auto-Start Remote:
- Attach one end of the Attachment Band 10 to one of the two Fastening Hooks 8 (Fig. 2).
- Secure the Auto-Start Remote 5 to the cordless tool. To do so, tighten the Attachment Band 10 and attach the free end to the second Fasten-ing Hook 8 (Fig. 3). If needed, cut the attachment band to the correct length.
When attaching the Auto-Start Remote to the cordless tool, ensure it is placed
in an area that generates sufficient vibration during operation and that it is
tight on the tool.
Note: Never attach the Auto-Start Remote to places that are required to
operate the cordless tool (for example, gripping surfaces, switches, etc).
Operation
Establishing Connection
- Ensure that the Auto-Start Remote 5 is within range of the Receiver 1.
- Insert the plug of the dust extractor into the primary power source.
- Set the switch of the dust extractor to Power Tool Activation Mode (Fig. 4).
- Insert the Plug 4 of the Receiver 1 into the plug socket on the dust ex-tractor. Pairing mode will begin automatically. The Status Indicator with Auto-Start Symbol 2 will flash blue (Fig. 5).
- Press the Start/Stop Button 7 on the Auto-Start Remote 5 until the LED Status Indicator 6 flashes blue twice. The LED Status Indicator 6 on the Auto-Start Remote 5 will briefly flash blue (Fig. 6).
Connection Established
- When the connection has been successfully established, the Status Indicator with Auto-Start Symbol 2 on the Receiver 1 lights up green.
- The LED Status Indicator 6 on the Auto-Start Remote 5 will briefly flash
Battery Replacement
When changing the coin cell, the following shall apply:
- If the Auto-Start Remote 5 was connected to the Receiver 1 before changing the coin cell, the connection is automatically reestablished after changing the coin cell.
- If the modules were not connected before replacing the coin cell, the connection will need to be established.
After a reset, the Auto-Start Remote and the Receiver must be reconnected.
| GCA30-42: Status Indicator (2) | Meaning/Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Blue |
- Connection is established or
- Data is being received
|
Green| Connection estab- lished and active|
Yellow| Connection interrupted| Move Auto-Start remote closer to the receiver
| | Initiate vibration detection or press the Start/Stop Button 7
GCT30-42: LED
Status Indicator (user interface) (6)
| Meaning/Cause| Solution
Blue|
- Connection is established or
- Data is being transmitted
|
Green|
- Connection established
- Coin cell sufficiently charged
|
Yellow| Coin cell nearly discharged| Change coin cell soon
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Red|
- Connection not established or
- Coin cell discharged
|
- Restart the connection attempt or
- Change the coin cell
Resetting to Factory Settings
- Receiver GCA30-42: Press and hold the Button 3 until the status indicator with the Auto-Start Symbol 2 flashes blue four times in rapid succession.
- Auto-Start Remote GCT30-42: Press and hold the Start/Stop Button 7 until the LED Status Indicator 6 flashes blue four times in rapid succession.
Vibration Detection
The Auto-Start Remote 5 is equipped with vibration detection. Once the utilized cordless tool is activated, the Auto-Start Remote 5 detects the vibrations of the activated cordless tool and automatically switches on the dust extractor.
- If the cordless tool is switched off, the dust extractor will switch off automatically.
Note : After the tool is switched off, in order to empty the hose, the dust extractor switches off 10-15 seconds later.
Auto Starting/Stopping the Dust Extractor
- Once the plug of the dust extractor has been inserted into the primary power source, the switch of the dust extractor has been set to Power Tool Activation Mode, the Plug 4 of the Receiver 1 has been inserted into the plug socket of the dust extractor and both the Auto-Start Remote 5 and Receiver 1 have been successfully paired, your auto start system is ready to be used.
- Ensure that the Auto-Start Remote 5 is flush and snug against the mounting surface of the cordless tool by adjusting the position on the supplied Attachment Band 10.
- Insert the extraction hose into the dust extractor attachment of the cord- less tool.
- Once the cordless power tool is turned on/off, a start/stop signal is sent from the Auto-Start Remote 5 to the Receiver 1 and the corresponding dust extractor is turned on/off.
Utilizing Manual Mode
- Briefly press the Start/Stop Button 7 on the Auto-Start Remote 5. The dust extractor will be switched on.
- To switch the dust extractor off, briefly press the Start/Stop Button 7 on the Auto-Start Remote 5 again.
Note: If the dust extractor is switched off using the Start/Stop Button 7 on the Auto-Start Remote 5, the dust extractor will automatically switch on once the Auto-Start Remote 5 detects the vibrations of the activated cordless tool.
Maintenance
Remove any visible dirt and debris using a brush or a damp cloth. Do not use any detergents or solvents.
Coin Cell Replacement
****The coin cell must always be replaced with a coin cell of the same type. There is a risk of explosion if any other coin cell type is utilized than what is recommended.
Removal of the Coin Cell
****The drained coin cell may leak and damage the product or cause personal injury.
- Open the Battery Compartment Cover 9 on the rear of the Auto-Start Remote 5 with a coin or small flat head screwdriver by turning counter-clockwise (Fig. 8). Once the Battery Compartment Cover is loose, remove the battery compartment cover from the Auto-Start Remote.
- Carefully remove the older coin cell and insert the new coin cell into the Auto-Start Remote 5 (Fig. 8). To ensure the new coin cell is correctly inserted, follow the markings on the Auto-Start Remote carefully.
- Once the new coin cell has been inserted correctly, reinstall the Battery Compartment Cover 9 onto the rear of the Auto-Start Remote 5 and turn the Battery Compartment Cover clockwise utilizing a coin or a small flat head screwdriver until it can go no further (Fig. 8). This will ensure that the Battery Compartment Cover is properly secure.
LIMITED WARRANTY
For details on the terms of the limited warranty for this product, go to https://rb-pt.io/PowerToolWarranty or call 1-877-BOSCH99.
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