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When working with the power tool, always
hold it firmly with both hands and provide
for a secure stance. The power tool is guided
more secure with both hands.
Secure the workpiece. A workpiece clamped
with clamping devices or in a vice is held
more secure than by hand.
Do not work materials containing asbestos.
Asbestos is considered carcinogenic.
Take protective measures when dust can
develop during working that is harmful to
one's health, combustible or explosive.
Example: Some dusts are regarded as carci-
nogenic. Wear a dust mask and work with
dust/chip extraction when connectable.
Keep your workplace clean. Blends of mate-
rials are particularly dangerous. Dust from
light alloys can burn or explode.
Always wait until the power tool has come
to a complete stop before placing it down.
The tool insert can jam and lead to loss of
control over the power tool.
Avoid unintentional switching on. Ensure
the On/Off switch is in the off position
before inserting battery pack. Carrying the
power tool with your finger on the On/Off
switch or inserting the battery pack into
power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
Do not open the battery. Danger of short-
circuiting.
Protect the battery against heat, e.g.,
also against continuous sun irradiation
and fire. There is danger of explosion.
In case of damage and improper use of the
battery, vapors may be emitted. Provide for
fresh air and seek medical help in case of
complaints. The vapors can irritate the respi-
ratory system.
When the battery is defective, liquid can es-
cape and come into contact with adjacent
components. Check any parts concerned.
Clean such parts or replace them, if required.
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Functional Description
Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
While reading the operating instructions, unfold
the graphics page for the tool and leave it open.
Intended Use
The machine is intended for hammer drilling in
concrete, brick and stone, as well as for light
chiseling work. It is also suitable for drilling
without impact in wood, metal, ceramic and
plastic. Machines with electronic control and
right/left rotation are also suitable for screw-
driving and thread cutting.
Product Features
The numbering of the product features refers to
the illustration of the power tool on the graphics
page.
1 Quick change keyless chuck (GBH 36 VF-LI)
2 SDS-plus quick change chuck
(GBH 36 VF-LI)
3 SDS-plus tool holder
4 Dust protection cap
5 Locking sleeve
6 Lock ring for rapid-change chuck
(GBH 36 VF-LI)
7 Rotational direction switch
8 On/Off switch
9 Release button for mode selector switch
10 Mode selector switch
11 Battery release button
12 Button for depth stop adjustment
13 Temperature control indicator
14 Battery charge-control indicator
15 Button for charge-control indicator
16 Battery*
Bosch Power Tools