BOSCH PTK 14 EDT Electric Stapler Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Bosch

Table of Contents

BOSCH PTK 14 EDT Electric Stapler
Safety Instructions
Product Description and Specifications
Technical Data
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance and Service
References
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BOSCH PTK 14 EDT Electric Stapler

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Safety Instructions

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions 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.
u 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 dust or fumes.
u 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 surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. 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 carrying, 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 extension cord suitable for outdoor use. The use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock..
If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected 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 inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
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 energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
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 injury.
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 jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

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 designed.
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 the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, 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. Check for misalignment 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 maintained 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 account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

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.

Tacker safety warnings

Always assume that the tool contains fasteners. Careless handling of the tacker can result in the unexpected firing of fasteners and personal injury.
Do not point the tool toward yourself or anyone nearby. Unexpected triggering will discharge the fastener causing an injury.
Do not actuate the tool unless the tool is placed firmly against the workpiece. If the tool is not in contact with the workpiece, the fastener may be deflected away from your target.
Disconnect the tool from the power source when the fastener jams in the tool. While removing a jammed fastener, the tacker may be accidentally activated if it is plugged in.
Use caution while removing a jammed fastener. The mechanism may be under compression and the fastener may be forcefully discharged while attempting to free a jammed condition.
Do not use this tacker for fastening electrical cables. It is not designed for electric cable installation and may damage the insulation of electric cables thereby causing electric shock or fire hazards.
Use suitable detectors to determine if utility lines are hidden in the work area or call the local utility company for assistance. Contact with electric lines can lead to fire and electric shock. Damaging a gas line can lead to an explosion. Penetrating a water line causes property damage or may cause an electric shock.

Products sold in GB only:
Your product is fitted with a BS 1363/A approved electric plug with an internal fuse (ASTA approved to BS 1362). If the plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place by an authorized customer service agent. The replacement plug should have the same fuse rating as the original plug. The severed plug must be disposed of to avoid a possible shock hazard and should never be inserted into a mains socket elsewhere.

Product Description and Specifications

Read all the safety and general instructions.
Failure to observe the safety and general instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Please observe the illustrations at the beginning of this operating manual.

Intended Use
The power tool is intended for tacking fabrics, leather, cardboard, foils, insulation material and similar materials to a soft surface, such as wood or wood-like materials. The power tool is not suitable for fastening wall or ceiling panel-ling.

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

Tacker head
Selector switch for DuoTac automatic
Handle
Trigger
Thumbwheel for preselection of impact force
Magazine release
Reload indicator
Staple strip
Magazine
Nail strip

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

The specifications apply to a rated voltage [U] of 230 V. These specifications may vary at different voltages and in country-specific mod-els.

Noise/Vibration Information
Noise emission values were determined according to EN 60745‑2‑16.

Typically, the A-weighted noise level of the power tool is: Sound pressure level 84 dB(A); sound power level 95 dB(A). Uncertainty K = 3 dB.

Wear hearing protection!
Vibration total values ah (triax vector sum) and uncertainty K determined according to EN 60745‑2‑16: ah = 7.5 m/s2, K = 1.5 m/s2.

The vibration level given in these instructions has been measured in accordance with a standardized measuring procedure and may be used to compare power tools. It can also be used for a preliminary estimation of exposure to vibration. The stated vibration level applies to the main applications of the power tool. However, if the power tool is used for different applications, with different application tools or poorly maintained, the vibration level may differ. This can significantly increase the exposure to vibration over the total working period. To estimate the exposure to vibration 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 can significantly reduce the exposure to vibration over the total working period.

Implement additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of vibration, such as servicing the power tool and application tools, keeping the hands warm, and organizing workflows correctly.

Assembly

Pull the plug out of the socket before carrying out any work on the power tool.

Loading the Magazine (see figures A1–A2)

Use only original Bosch accessories. The precision parts of the tacker, such as the magazine, striker and shot duct, are matched to Bosch staples and nails. Other manufacturers use different steel grades and sizes.
Turn the power tool around.
Press the magazine release (6) and pull the magazine (9) out of the back of the tool at the same time.
Insert the staple strip (8) or nail strip (10). When inserting the nail strip (10), hold the tacker slightly at an angle so that the nails lie flat on the side wall.
Slide the magazine (9) back in until it clicks into place.
Do not use force when opening, loading or closing the magazine.

Operation

Starting Operation
Pay attention to the mains voltage. The voltage of the power source must match the voltage specified on the rating plate of the power tool. Power tools marked with 230 V can also be operated with 220 V.

The trigger lock, which is connected to the movable tacker head (1), prevents the unintended release of a staple when the trigger (4) is pressed accidentally.

Switching On and Off (Single Actuation)
First, firmly place the tacker head (1) against the workpiece until it is pushed into the material by a few millimeters. Afterward, briefly press the trigger (4) and release it again.

Switching On and Off (Contact Actuation)
Press and hold the trigger (4) to work more quickly. Press the tacker head (1) firmly onto the workpiece until the staple is released. Move the tacker to the next position and press the tacker head (1) firmly onto the workpiece once more.

DuoTac Automatic
The DuoTac automatic uses two staples at the same time. The double staple thickness increases the tear strength of thin materials, such as fabrics or foils.
The DuoTac function is not possible when processing nails.

Slide the selector switch for the DuoTac automatic (2) upwards to use two staples at the same time.
Slide the selector switch for the DuoTac automatic (2) downwards to use one staple or one nail.

Preselecting the Impact Force
Various settings for the required impact force can be preselected with the thumbwheel (5) for impact force preselection. The impact force required depends on the length of the staples or nails and the strength of the material. When using two staples (DuoTac function), the setting on the thumbwheel (5) for the impact force must be set approximately one level higher.

Note:
Always test the selected impact force on a spare piece of material first. The optimal impact force setting can only be achieved through practice.
The figures in the table below are recommended values.

Setting Range for Thumbwheel

Practical Advice
19 mm staples cannot be used with this power tool. Therefore you should not use the power tool to attach ceiling panels with claws for fastening wooden pro-files or joints.

Avoid pulling the trigger when the magazine is empty to minimize wear on the firing pin. When work is complete, set the impact force on the thumb wheel for impact force preselection (5) to relieve strain on the tension spring.

Carefully set the tacker head (1) down on the material. Soft workpieces (e.g. pine wood) could be damaged if you press down too hard.
The power tool is designed for short-term use and heats up in continuous operation. Performance reduces as the temperature increases. The S2 operating mode denotes short-term operation with a maximum operation time of 10 minutes of constant use. Switch the power tool off after this time and allow it to cool down.

Removing Jammed Staples
Pull the plug out of the socket before carrying out any work on the power tool.

Turn the power tool around.
Press the magazine release (6) and pull the magazine (9) out of the back of the tool at the same time.
Remove the jammed staple. Use a pair of pliers for this, if required.
Slide the magazine (9) back in until it clicks into place.

Fill the magazine in good time.
A staple strip that is too short may be the cause of jammed staples.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning

Pull the plug out of the socket before carrying out any work on the power tool.
To ensure safe and efficient operation, always keep the power tool and the ventilation slots clean.

In order to avoid safety hazards, if the power supply cord needs to be replaced, this must be done by Bosch or by an after-sales service center that is authorized to repair Bosch power tools.

After-Sales Service and Application Service
Our after-sales service responds to your questions concerning 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 accessories.

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.

Disposal
The power tool, accessories, and packaging should be re-cycled in an environmentally friendly manner. Do not dispose of power tools along with the household waste.

Only for EU countries:
According to the European Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its implementation into national law, power tools that are no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner. If disposed of 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 the United Kingdom:
According to Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2013 (2013/3113), power tools that are no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner.