User Interface
(Fig. 11)
Status Indicator LED
The LED bar at the top of the user interface
illuminates in various colors to help the user
identify the status of the tool . When the Sta-
tus Indicator LED 11 is green, the tool and
battery pack are operating normally and tem-
peratures are ok . If the indicator changes
to yellow, it means that the tool or battery
temperatures have risen to a high level, and
the use of the tool must stop to allow the
tool to cool off . It is best to back off the load
and give the tool chance to cool down . If the
indicator turns red, the tool will shut off to
protect itself and/or the battery pack from an
overheating situation .
The Status Indicator LED 11 will also blink
blue when the Speed 15 or Mode 13 buttons
are held for 7 seconds . This will reset the tool
settings to factory default .
Selecting the Speed
The power tool has three preset speed levels .
Press the Speed Preselection Button 15 to
select the desired speed . The selected speed
will be displayed on the Preselection Level
Indicator 16 . For speed and impact ratings
for each preset level, see section "Functional
Description and Specifications" .
Selecting the Working Mode
The power tool has two preset working
modes: A and B . You can adjust settings with-
in the existing A and B modes or program
custom working modes for specific applica-
tions via the Bosch Toolbox app .
Press the Mode button 13 to switch between
working modes A and B . The selected mode
will be displayed on the Mode Selection In-
dicator 12 .
• Default mode A has two features that are
designed for metal bolts: Shut-off After
Time in the forward direction and Auto-
Bolt Release in the reverse direction . Shut-
off After Time will stop the power tool after
1 second of fastening . Auto-Bolt Release
will stop the power tool once a sudden
decrease in resistance is detected while
loosening .
• Default mode B is designed for wood
screws: the feature Auto Shutoff is activat-
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Operating Instructions
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Fig. 11
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ed in the forward direction . Auto Shutoff
will stop the power tool once added resis-
tance is detected while fastening .
Note: only one speed setting or mode can
be active on the tool at a time: 1, 2, 3, A,
or B . The Bosch Toolbox app can be used to
combine specific working mode features and
speeds .
Belt Clip
accessory is exposed. Always hang the tool
in an area where yourself and bystanders
cannot accidently make contact with the ac-
cessory .
clip if it appears damaged or deformed. This
could result in unstable hanging and the tool
unexpectedly falling .
the location for hanging the tool.
(Fig. 1)
The optional belt clip accessory will allow
you to conveniently attach your tool to your
belt . This feature will allow you to have both
hands free when climbing a ladder or moving
to another work area .
The Belt Clip 3 can be attached to either side
of the tool by securing it with a mounting
screw . Always make sure you securely tighten
the mounting screw before use (Fig .1) .
To use clip, turn tool upside down and attach
to your belt .
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When using the belt clip
always be aware that the
To reduce the risk of in-
jury, do not use the belt
To reduce the risk of in-
jury, use care in selecting
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