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n. Check to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the drill
before switching the tool "ON". Keys
or wrenches can fly away at high
velocity striking you or a bystander.
o. Do not run the drill while carrying it at
your side. A spinning drill bit could
become entangled with clothing and
injury may result.
Safety instructions when using
long drill bits
a. Never operate at higher speed than the
maximum speed rating of the drill bit.
GFCI and personal protection devices like
electrician's rubber gloves and footwear will
further enhance your personal safety.
Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC
power supply. While the tool may appear to
work, the electrical components of the AC rated
tool are likely to fail and create a hazard to the
operator.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease. Slippery hands cannot safely control the
power tool.
Develop a periodic maintenance schedule for
your tool. When cleaning a tool be careful not
to disassemble any portion of the tool since
internal wires may be misplaced or pinched or
safety guard return springs may be improperly
mounted. Certain cleaning agents such as
gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may
damage plastic parts.
Ensure the switch is in the off position
before inserting battery pack. Inserting the
instructions and cautionary markings on
(1) battery charger, (2) battery pack, and (3)
product using battery.
Use only the charger which accompanied
your product or direct replacement as
listed in the catalog or this manual. Do not
substitute any other charger. Use only Bosch
approved chargers with your product. See
Functional Description and Specifications.
Additional Safety Warnings
Battery/Charger
Before using battery
charger,
read
At higher speeds, the bit is likely to
bend if allowed to rotate freely without
contacting the workpiece, resulting in
personal injury.
b. 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 contacting the workpiece,
resulting in personal injury.
c. 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.
battery pack into power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Some examples of these chemicals
are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type of work.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
work in a well ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as those dust
masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
Do not disassemble charger or operate the
all
charger if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped or otherwise damaged in any
way. Replace damaged cord or plugs
immediately. Incorrect reassembly or damage
may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not recharge battery in damp or wet
environment. Do not expose charger to rain
or snow. If battery case is cracked or
otherwise damaged, do not insert into
charger. Battery short or fire may result.
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Some dust created by
power sanding, sawing,