GWS 7115 E Professional - Broyeur BOSCH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GWS 7115 E Professional BOSCH

GWS 7-115 E GWS 7-125

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General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING Read all safety warnings, instruc-

tions, illustrations and specifica-

tions provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all in-

structions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/

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-

Work area safety u 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 the dust

or fumes. u Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical safety u 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. u Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded sur- faces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerat-

ors. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your

body is earthed or grounded. u Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of elec-

tric shock. u Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carry- ing, 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. u When operating a power tool outdoors, use an exten- sion cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suit-

able for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. u If operating a power tool in a damp location is un- avoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protec-

ted supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric

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u 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 inatten-

tion while operating power tools may result in serious per-

u Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye

protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask,

non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection

used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal in-

u 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 en-

ergising power tools that have the switch on invites acci-

u 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 in-

u Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at

all times. This enables better control of the power tool in

unexpected situations.

u Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jew-

ellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving

parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught

u If devices are provided for the connection of dust ex-

traction and collection facilities, ensure these are con-

nected and properly used. Use of dust collection can re-

duce dust-related hazards.

u Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools

allow you to become complacent and ignore tool

safety principles. A careless action can cause severe in-

jury within a fraction of a second.

Power tool use and care

u 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 de-

u 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.

u Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or re-

move the battery pack, if detachable, from the power

tool before making any adjustments, changing ac-

cessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive

safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool

u 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.

u Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for mis-

alignment 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.

u Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly main-

tained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less

likely to bind and are easier to control.

u Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in

accordance with these instructions, taking into ac-

count the working conditions and the work to be per-

formed. Use of the power tool for operations different

from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

u Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and

free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping

surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the

tool in unexpected situations.

u 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.

Safety warnings for angle grinder

Safety warnings common for grinding, sanding, wire

brushing or cutting-off operations:

u This power tool is intended to function as a grinder,

sander, wire brush, hole cutter or cut-off tool. Read all

safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and spe-

cifications provided with this power tool. Failure to fol-

low all instructions listed below may result in electric

shock, fire and/or serious injury.

u Operations such as polishing are not to be performed

with this power tool. Operations for which the power

tool was not designed may create a hazard and cause per-

u Do not convert this power tool to operate in a way

which is not specifically designed and specified by the

tool manufacturer. Such a conversion may result in a

loss of control and cause serious personal injury.

u Do not use accessories which are not specifically de-

signed and specified by the tool manufacturer. Just

because the accessory can be attached to your power

tool, it does not assure safe operation.

u The rated speed of the accessory must be at least

equal to the maximum speed marked on the power

tool. Accessories running faster than their rated speed

can break and fly apart.

u The outside diameter and the thickness of your ac-

cessory must be within the capacity rating of your

power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be ad-

equately guarded or controlled.

u The dimensions of the accessory mounting must fit

the dimensions of the mounting hardware of the

power tool. Accessories that do not match the mounting

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hardware of the power tool will run out of balance, vibrate

excessively and may cause loss of control.

u Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use in-

spect the accessory such as abrasive wheels for chips

and cracks, backing pad for cracks, tear or excess

wear, wire brush for loose or cracked wires. If power

tool or accessory is dropped, inspect for damage or in-

stall an undamaged accessory. After inspecting and

installing an accessory, position yourself and bystand-

ers away from the plane of the rotating accessory and

run the power tool at maximum no-load speed for one

minute. Damaged accessories will normally break apart

during this test time.

u Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on

application, use face shield, safety goggles or safety

glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing pro-

tectors, gloves and workshop apron capable of stop-

ping small abrasive or workpiece fragments. The eye

protection must be capable of stopping flying debris gen-

erated by various applications. The dust mask or respir-

ator must be capable of filtrating particles generated by

the particular application. Prolonged exposure to high in-

tensity noise may cause hearing loss.

u Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area.

Anyone entering the work area must wear personal

protective equipment. Fragments of workpiece or of a

broken accessory may fly away and cause injury beyond

immediate area of operation.

u Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces

only, when performing an operation where the cutting

accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.

Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make ex-

posed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give

the operator an electric shock.

u Position the cord clear of the spinning accessory. If

you lose control, the cord may be cut or snagged and your

hand or arm may be pulled into the spinning accessory.

u Never lay the power tool down until the accessory has

come to a complete stop. The spinning accessory may

grab the surface and pull the power tool out of your con-

u Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your

side. Accidental contact with the spinning accessory

could snag your clothing, pulling the accessory into your

u Regularly clean the power tool’s air vents. The motor’s

fan will draw the dust inside the housing and excessive

accumulation of powdered metal may cause electrical

u Do not operate the power tool near flammable materi-

als. Sparks could ignite these materials.

u Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants.

Using water or other liquid coolants may result in electro-

Kickback and related warnings:

Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged rotat-

ing wheel, backing pad, brush or any other accessory. Pinch-

ing or snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating access-

ory which in turn causes the uncontrolled power tool to be

forced in the direction opposite of the accessory’s rotation

at the point of the binding.

For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched by

the workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is entering into the

pinch point can dig into the surface of the material causing

the wheel to climb out or kick out. The wheel may either

jump toward or away from the operator, depending on direc-

tion of the wheel’s movement at the point of pinching. Abras-

ive wheels may also break under these conditions.

Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or incorrect

operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by

taking proper precautions as given below.

u Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the power tool

and position your body and arms to allow you to resist

kickback forces. Always use auxiliary handle, if

provided, for maximum control over kickback or

torque reaction during start-up. The operator can con-

trol torque reactions or kickback forces, if proper precau-

u Never place your hand near the rotating accessory.

Accessory may kickback over your hand.

u Do not position your body in the area where power

tool will move if kickback occurs. Kickback will propel

the tool in direction opposite to the wheel’s movement at

the point of snagging.

u Use special care when working corners, sharp edges,

etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the accessory.

Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have a tendency to

snag the rotating accessory and cause loss of control or

u Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade, seg-

mented diamond wheel with a peripheral gap greater

than 10 mm or toothed saw blade. Such blades create

frequent kickback and loss of control.

Safety warnings specific for grinding and cutting-off

u Use only wheel types that are specified for your power

tool and the specific guard designed for the selected

wheel. Wheels for which the power tool was not designed

cannot be adequately guarded and are unsafe.

u The grinding surface of centre depressed wheels must

be mounted below the plane of the guard lip. An im-

properly mounted wheel that projects through the plane

of the guard lip cannot be adequately protected.

u The guard must be securely attached to the power tool

and positioned for maximum safety, so the least

amount of wheel is exposed towards the operator.

The guard helps to protect the operator from broken

wheel fragments, accidental contact with wheel and

sparks that could ignite clothing.

u Wheels must be used only for specified applications.

For example: do not grind with the side of cut-off

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wheel. Abrasive cut-off wheels are intended for peri-

pheral grinding, side forces applied to these wheels may

cause them to shatter.

u Always use undamaged wheel flanges that are of cor-

rect size and shape for your selected wheel. Proper

wheel flanges support the wheel thus reducing the pos-

sibility of wheel breakage. Flanges for cut-off wheels may

be different from grinding wheel flanges.

u Do not use worn down wheels from larger power tools.

A wheel intended for larger power tool is not suitable for

the higher speed of a smaller tool and may burst.

u When using dual purpose wheels always use the cor-

rect guard for the application being performed. Failure

to use the correct guard may not provide the desired level

of guarding, which could lead to serious injury.

Additional safety warnings specific for cutting-off

u Do not “jam” the cut-off wheel or apply excessive

pressure. Do not attempt to make an excessive depth

of cut. Overstressing the wheel increases the loading

and susceptibility to twisting or binding of the wheel in

the cut and the possibility of kickback or wheel breakage.

u Do not position your body in line with and behind the

rotating wheel. When the wheel, at the point of opera-

tion, is moving away from your body, the possible kick-

back may propel the spinning wheel and the power tool

u When the wheel is binding or when interrupting a cut

for any reason, switch off the power tool and hold it

motionless until the wheel comes to a complete stop.

Never attempt to remove the cut-off wheel from the

cut while the wheel is in motion otherwise kickback

may occur. Investigate and take corrective action to elim-

inate the cause of wheel binding.

u Do not restart the cutting operation in the workpiece.

Let the wheel reach full speed and carefully re-enter

the cut. The wheel may bind, walk up or kickback if the

power tool is restarted in the workpiece.

u Support panels or any oversized workpiece to minim-

ize the risk of wheel pinching and kickback. Large

workpieces tend to sag under their own weight. Supports

must be placed under the workpiece near the line of cut

and near the edge of the workpiece on both sides of the

u Use extra caution when making a “pocket cut” into ex-

isting walls or other blind areas. The protruding wheel

may cut gas or water pipes, electrical wiring or objects

that can cause kickback.

u Do not attempt to do curved cutting. Overstressing the

wheel increases the loading and susceptibility to twisting

or binding of the wheel in the cut and the possibility of

kickback or wheel breakage, which can lead to serious in-

Safety warnings specific for sanding operations:

u Use proper sized sanding disc paper. Follow manufac-

turers recommendations, when selecting sanding pa-

per. Larger sanding paper extending too far beyond the

sanding pad presents a laceration hazard and may cause

snagging, tearing of the disc or kickback.

Safety warnings specific for wire brushing operations:

u Be aware that wire bristles are thrown by the brush

even during ordinary operation. Do not overstress the

wires by applying excessive load to the brush The wire

bristles can easily penetrate light clothing and/or skin.

u If the use of a guard is specified for wire brushing, do

not allow any interference of the wire wheel or brush

with the guard. Wire wheel or brush may expand in dia-

meter due to work load and centrifugal forces.

Additional safety information

Wear safety goggles.

The protective guard must not be used for

cutting. With a suitable adapter, the protective

guard can also be used for cutting.

Hold the power tool firmly with both hands

and make sure you have a stable footing. The

power tool can be more securely guided with

u For application tools with an internal thread, such as

brushes and diamond annular cutters, attention must

be paid to the max. thread length of the grinding

spindle. The spindle end must not touch the base of the

u Use suitable detectors to determine if utility lines are

hidden in the work area or call the local utility com-

pany for assistance. Contact with electric lines can lead

to fire and electric shock. Damaging a gas line can lead to

explosion. Penetrating a water line causes property dam-

age or may cause an electric shock.

u Do not touch grinding and cutting discs until they have

cooled down. The discs can become very hot while work-

u Release the On/Off switch and set it to the off position

when the power supply is interrupted, e. g., in case of

a power failure or when the mains plug is pulled. This

prevents uncontrolled restarting.

u Secure the workpiece. A workpiece clamped with

clamping devices or in a vice is held more secure than by

u Store the application tools inside buildings, in a dry,

frost-free room at a uniform temperature.

u Remove the application tools before transporting the

power tool. This will allow you to avoid damage.

u Bonded cutting and grinding discs have an expiration

date, after which the discs must no longer be used.

Products sold in GB only:

Your product is fitted with an BS 1363/A approved electric

plug with internal fuse (ASTA approved to BS 1362).

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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 au-

thorised 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

Product Description and

Read all the safety and general instructions.

Failure to observe the safety and general in-

structions may result in electric shock, fire

and/or serious injury.

Please observe the illustrations at the beginning of this oper-

The power tool is intended for cutting and brushing metal,

stone, plastic and composite materials, roughing metal,

plastic and composite materials as well as making holes in

stone materials using diamond annular cutters, without the

use of water. Make sure that the correct protective guard is

used(see "Operation", page25).

Sufficient dust extraction must be provided when cutting

With approved abrasive tools, the power tool can be used for

sanding with sanding discs.

The power tool must not be used to grind stone materials

with diamond grinding heads.

The numbering of the product features refers to the diagram

of the power tool on the graphics page.

Speed preselection thumbwheel (GWS7-115E)

Combination wrench for M14 grinding spindle

Vibration-damping auxiliary handle (insulated grip-

Standard auxiliary handle (insulated gripping sur-

Extraction guard for grinding

Locking screw for protective guard

Protective guard for grinding

Protective guard for cutting

Mounting flange with O‑ring

Diamond cutting disc

Handle (insulated gripping surface)

Diamond annular cutter

Extraction guard for cutting with cutting guides

Accessories shown or described are not included with the

product as standard. You can find the complete selection of

accessories in our accessories range.

11,000 2,800–11,000 11,000

Internal diameter of disc mm 22.2 22.2 22.2

Grinding spindle thread M14 M14 M14

Max. thread length of grinding spindle mm 22 22 22

Restart protection ● ● ●

Speed preselection – ● –

kg 1.8–2.0 1.8–2.0 1.8–2.0

Angle Grinder GWS 7-115 GWS7-115E GWS 7-125

/ II / II / II A) Rated no-load speed for the selection of appropriate application tools in accordance with ENIEC62841-2-3. The actual no-load speed is

lower for safety reasons and according to production tolerances.

Depends on protective guard((11), (10), (12)) and auxiliary handle((7), (6)) in use

C) Weight without mains connection cable and without mains plug

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

Values can vary depending on the product, scope of application and environmental conditions. To find out more, visit

www.bosch-professional.com/wac.

Noise/Vibration Information

Noise emission values determined according to

Typically the A-weighted noise level of the power tool are:

(triax vector sum) and uncertainty K

determined according to ENIEC62841-2-3:

Surface grinding (roughing):

Grinding thin metal sheets or other materials that tend to easily vi-

brate with a large surface area can cause the noise emission value to

increase by up to 15dB. Suitable, heavy damping mats can reduce

the increased noise emissions. Increased noise emissions must be

taken into consideration, both for the risk assessment of the noise

output and for selecting suitable hearing protection.

The vibration level and noise emission value given in these

instructions have been measured in accordance with a

standardised measuring procedure and may be used to com-

pare power tools. They may also be used for a preliminary

estimation of vibration and noise emissions.

The stated vibration level and noise emission value repres-

ent the main applications of the power tool. However, if the

power tool is used for other applications, with different ac-

cessories or is poorly maintained, the vibration level and

noise emission value may differ. This may significantly in-

crease the vibration and noise emissions over the total work-

To estimate vibration and noise emissions 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 may significantly reduce vibration and noise emissions

over the total working period.

Implement additional safety measures to protect the oper-

ator from the effects of vibration, such as servicing the

power tool and accessories, keeping their hands warm, and

organising workflows correctly.

The restart protection feature prevents the power tool from

uncontrolled starting after the power supply to it has been

To restart the tool, set the on/off switch (2) to the off posi-

tion and then switch the power tool on again.

GWS 7-115 E You can preselect the required speed using the speed preselection thumbwheel (3), even during operation. The information in

Material Application Application tool Thumbwheel position

Metal Removing paint Sanding sheet 2–3

Metal Brushing, removing rust Cup brush, abrasive disc 3

Stainless steel Grinding Grinding disc/fibre disc 4–6

Metal Rough grinding Grinding disc 6

Metal Cutting Cutting disc 6

Stone Cutting Diamond cutting disc 6

The values specified for speed levels are guide values. u The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the maximum speed marked on the power

tool. Accessories running faster than their rated speed

can break and fly apart.

Fitting Protective Equipment u Pull the plug out of the socket before carrying out any work on the power tool.

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Note: If the grinding disc breaks during operation or the

holding fixtures on the protective guard/power tool become

damaged, the power tool must be sent to the after-sales ser-

vice immediately; see the "After-Sales Service and Applica-

tion Service" section for addresses.

Protective guard for grinding

Place the protective guard (10) on the

spindle collar. Adjust the position of

the protective guard (10) to meet the

requirements of the operation. Lock

the protective guard (10) by tighten-

ing the locking screw (9) using the hex

u Adjust the protective guard (10) such that sparking in

the direction of the operator is prevented.

Note: The coding cams on the protective guard (10) ensure

that only a protective guard that is suitable for the power

Extraction guard for sanding

For low-dust grinding of paints, lacquers and plastics in con-

junction with carbide grinding heads(14), you can use the

extraction guard(8). The extraction guard(8) is not suitable

for machining metal.

A suitable Bosch dust extractor can be connected to the ex-

traction guard(8). To do so, insert the vacuum hose with

dust extraction adapter into the provided receiving connec-

tion of the extraction guard.

Protective guard for cutting

u For cutting, always use the protective guard for

cutting(11) or the protective guard for grinding (10)

together with the cover for cutting(12).

u Provide sufficient dust extraction when cutting stone.

The protective guard for cutting(11) is fitted in the same

way as the protective guard for grinding(10).

Plastic cover for cutting

Attach the plastic cover for cutting(12) to the protective

guard for grinding(10) (see figureA). The cover(12) aud-

ibly and visually engages on the protective guard(10).

To remove the cover (see figureB), unlock the cover(12) on

the left- or right-hand side of the protective guard(10) (➊)

and remove the cover (➋).

Extraction guard for cutting with a guide block

The extraction guard for cutting with a cutting guide(32) is

fitted in the same way as the protective guard for grinding.

By securing the auxiliary handle(7)/(6) with the clip through

the extraction guard on the gearbox housing, the power tool

is firmly attached to the extraction guard. A suitable Bosch

dust extractor can be connected to the extraction guard with

a cutting guide(32). To do so, insert the vacuum hose with

dust extraction adapter into the provided receiving connec-

tion of the extraction guard.

Note: The friction generated by the dust in the vacuum hose

and accessory during extraction causes an electrostatic

charge that the user may experience as static discharge (de-

pending on environmental factors and their physiological

state). Bosch generally recommends using an anti-static va-

cuum hose (accessory) to vacuum up fine dust and dry ma-

u Always fit the hand guard (24) when working with the

rubber sanding pad (25) or with the cup brush/conical

brush/diamond annular cutter.

Attach the hand guard(24) to the auxiliary handle(7)/(6).

Standard auxiliary handle/low-vibration auxiliary handle

Screw the auxiliary handle (7)/(6) on the right or left of the

machine head depending on the working method.

u Do not operate your power tool without the auxiliary

u Do not continue to use the power tool if the auxiliary

handle (7)/(6) is damaged. Do not make any altera-

tions to the auxiliary handle (7)/(6).

The low-vibration auxiliary handle (6)

reduces vibration, enabling the tool to

be used safely and more comfortably.

Fitting the Abrasive Tools

u Pull the plug out of the socket before carrying out any

work on the power tool.

u Do not touch grinding and cutting discs until they have

cooled down. The discs can become very hot while work-

Clean the grinding spindle (23) and all the parts to be fitted.

Lock the grinding spindle with the spindle lock button (1)

before clamping and releasing the abrasive tools.

u Do not press the spindle lock button while the grind-

ing spindle is moving. The power tool may become dam-

aged if you do this.

Grinding/cutting disc

Pay attention to the dimensions of the abrasive tools. The

diameter of the hole must match that of the mounting flange.

Do not use an adapter or reducer.

When using diamond cutting discs, make sure that the direc-

tion of rotation arrow on the diamond cutting disc corres-

ponds to the direction of rotation of the machine (see direc-

tion of rotation arrow on the housing).

See the graphics page for fitting instructions.

Note: When assembling bonded grinding or cutting discs us-

ing the supplied mounting flange(13) and the clamping

nut(20) or quick-clamping nut(21), the use of intermediate

layers is not necessary.

To secure the grinding/cutting disc, place the mounting

flange with O-ring(13) on the grinding spindle(23) and

screw on the clamping nut(20). Pay attention to the align-

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ment of the clamping nut(20) depending on the grinding/

cutting disc that is being used (see figures at the beginning

of the.operating manual), and tighten it with the combina-

tion wrench(see " Quick-clamping nut ",

u After fitting the abrasive tool, check that the abrasive

tool is fitted correctly and can turn freely before

switching on the power tool. Make sure that the abras-

ive tool does not brush against the protective guard or

A plastic part (O-ring) is fitted around

the centring collar in the mounting

flange (13). If the O-ring is missing

or damaged, the mounting flange

(13) must be replaced before opera-

To change the abrasive tool easily without having to use any

additional tools, you can use the quick-clamping nut (21) in-

stead of the clamping nut (20).

u The quick-clamping nut (21) may be used only for

grinding or cutting discs.

Only use quick-clamping nuts (21) that are in good work-

ing order and not damaged.

When screwing on, make sure that the printed side of the

quick-clamping nut (21) is not facing the grinding disc;

the arrow must be pointing towards the index mark (33).

Press the spindle lock button (1) to

lock the grinding spindle. To tighten

the quick-clamping nut, turn the grind-

ing disc firmly clockwise.

If the quick-clamping nut has been at-

tached correctly and is not damaged,

you can loosen it by hand by turning

the knurled ring anticlockwise. Never

loosen a tight quick-clamping nut

with pliers. Always use the combin-

ation wrench. Insert the combination

wrench as shown in the figure.

Approved abrasive tools

You can use all the abrasive tools mentioned in these operat-

The permissible speed [min

] or the circumferential speed

[m/s] of the abrasive tools used must at least match the val-

ues given in the table.

It is therefore important to observe the permissible rota-

tional/circumferential speed on the label of the abrasive

Rotating the Machine Head

u Pull the plug out of the socket before carrying out any

work on the power tool.

The machine head can be

rotated in 90° increments.

In this way, the on/off

switch can be brought into

a more favourable handling

position for particular ap-

plications, e.g. for left-

Completely unscrew the

four screws. Rotate the ma-

chine head carefully, without removing it from the hous-

ing, into the new position. Screw in and retighten the four

Dust/Chip Extraction

The dust from materials such as lead paint, some types of

wood, minerals and metal can be harmful to human health.

Touching or breathing in this dust can trigger allergic reac-

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tions and/or cause respiratory illnesses in the user or in

people in the near vicinity.

Certain dusts, such as oak or beech dust, are classified as

carcinogenic, especially in conjunction with wood treatment

additives (chromate, wood preservative). Materials contain-

ing asbestos may only be machined by specialists.

– Use a dust extraction system that is suitable for the ma-

terial wherever possible.

– Provide good ventilation at the workplace.

– It is advisable to wear a P2 filter class breathing mask.

The regulations on the material being machined that apply in

the country of use must be observed.

u Avoid dust accumulation at the workplace. Dust can

u Do not load the power tool so heavily that it comes to a

u Pull the plug out of the socket before carrying out any

work on the power tool.

u Exercise caution when cutting slots in structural walls;

see the "Information on structural design" section.

u Clamp the workpiece if it is not secure under its own

u If the power tool has been subjected to a heavy load,

continue to run it at no-load for several minutes to

cool down the accessory.

u Do not use the power tool with a cut-off stand.

u Do not touch grinding and cutting discs until they have

cooled down. The discs can become very hot while work-

u Always use the protective guard for grinding(10)

when rough grinding with bonded abrasives.

u Never use cutting discs for rough grinding.

u When rough grinding, the protective guard for

cutting(11) or the protective guard for grinding(10)

with a fitted cover for cutting(12) can impact the

workpiece and lead to a loss of control.

The best rough grinding results are achieved with a set angle

of 30° to 40°. Move the power tool back and forth with mod-

erate pressure. This will ensure that the workpiece does not

become too hot or discolour and that grooves are not

u The protective guard for cutting(11) or the protective

guard for grinding(10) with a fitted cover for cutting(12)

must be used when using bonded discs which are ap-

proved for cutting and grinding.

Surface grinding with flap disc

u Always use the protective guard for grinding(10)

when grinding with the flap disc.

The flap disc (accessory) enables you to machine curved

surfaces and profiles. Flap discs have a considerably longer

service life, lower noise levels and lower grinding temperat-

ures than conventional grinding discs.

Surface grinding with sanding disc

u Always fit the hand guard (24) when working with the

rubber sanding pad (25).

Grinding with a sanding disc can be done without a protect-

See the graphics page for fitting instructions.

Screw on the round nut (27) and tighten with the combina-

Cup brush/disc brush/conical brush

u Always use the protective guard for grinding(10)

when brushing with disc brushes. Brushing with cup

brushes/conical brushes can be performed without

the protective guard.

u Always fit the hand guard (24) when working with the

cup brush or conical brush.

u The wires of the disc brush can get caught on the pro-

tective guard and break, if the maximum permitted di-

mensions of the disc brushes are exceeded.

See the graphics page for fitting instructions.

The cup brush/conical brush/disc brush with M14 thread

must be screwed onto the grinding spindle until it rests

firmly against the grinding spindle flange at the end of the

grinding spindle thread. Tighten the cup brush/conical

brush/disc brush with an open-ended spanner.

To fasten the disc brush with a diameter of 22.22mm, at-

tach the mounting flange with O-ring(13) to the grinding

spindle(23), screw on the round nut(27) and tighten with

the combination wrench.

u For cutting metal with bonded cutting discs or dia-

mond cutting discs, always use the protective guard

for cutting(11) or the protective guard for

grinding(10) with a fitted cover for cutting(12).

u When using the protective guard for grinding(10) for

cutting work with bonded cutting discs, there is an in-

creased risk of being exposed to sparks, particles and

disc fragments if the disc breaks.

When carrying out abrasive cutting, use a moderate feed

that is suited to the material being machined. Do not exert

pressure on the cutting disc and do not tilt or swing the

Do not attempt to reduce the speed of a cutting disc coming

to a stop by applying pressure from the side.

The power tool must always work in an

up-grinding motion. Otherwise there

is a risk that it will be pushed uncon-

trolled out of the cut. For best results

when cutting profiles and rectangular

tubing, start at the smallest cross sec-

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u For cutting stone with bonded cutting discs or dia-

mond cutting discs for concrete/stone, always use the

extraction guard for cutting with a cutting guide(32)

or the protective guard for cutting(11) or the protect-

ive guard for grinding (10) with a fitted cover for

u Provide sufficient dust extraction when cutting stone.

u The power tool may be used only for dry cutting/grind-

u When using the protective guard for cutting(11) , the

protective guard for grinding(10) or the protective

guard for grinding(10) with a fitted cover for

cutting(12) for cutting and grinding applications in

concrete or masonry, there is an increased dust load

and an increased risk of losing control of the power

tool, which can lead to kickback.

For cutting stone, it is best to use a diamond cutting disc.

When using the extraction guard for cutting with a cutting

guide(32), the dust extractor must be approved for extract-

ing stone dust. Suitable dust extractors are available from

Switch on the power tool and position

it with the front part of the cutting

guide on the workpiece. Move the

power tool with a moderate feed mo-

tion that is suited to the material being

When cutting especially hard materials such as concrete

with a high pebble content, the diamond cutting disc can

overheat and become damaged as a result. This is clearly in-

dicated by circular sparking, rotating with the diamond cut-

If this happens, stop cutting and allow the diamond cutting

disc to cool down by running the power tool for a short time

at maximum speed with no load.

If work is noticeably slower and with circular sparking, this

indicates that the diamond cutting disc has become blunt.

You can resharpen the disc by briefly cutting into abrasive

material (e.g. lime-sand brick).

Cutting other materials

u For cutting materials such as plastic, composite ma-

terials, etc. with bonded cutting discs or Carbide Multi

Wheel cutting discs, always use the protective guard

for cutting(11) or the protective guard for

grinding(10) with a fitted cover for cutting (12). You

can achieve improved dust extraction by using the ex-

traction guard with a cutting guide(32).

Working with Diamond Annular Cutters

u Only use dry diamond annular cutters.

u Always fit the hand guard (24) when working with dia-

mond annular cutters.

Do not place the diamond annular cutter parallel to the work-

piece. Plunge it into the workpiece at an angle and in a circu-

lar motion. This will allow you to achieve optimal cooling and

ensure a longer tool life for the diamond annular cutter.

Information on structural design

Recesses in load-bearing walls are subject to country-spe-

cific regulations. These regulations must be observed under

all circumstances. Seek advice from the responsible struc-

tural engineer, architect or construction supervisor before

u 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.

u Hold the tool by the insulated gripping surfaces and

auxiliary handle only. The application tool could come

into contact with hidden wiring or its own cord. Con-

tact with live wires may make metal parts of the tool live,

posing a risk of electric shock.

When operating the power tool using a mobile generator that

does not have sufficient reserve capacity or an adequate

voltage control system with inrush current boost converter,

loss of performance or atypical behaviour may occur upon

Please check the suitability of the power generator you are

using, particularly with regard to the mains voltage and fre-

u Products that are only sold in AUS and NZ: Use a resid-

ual current device (RCD) with a nominal residual current

To start the power tool, push the on/off switch (2) forward.

To lock the on/off switch (2) in position, push the on/off

switch (2) forward and down until it clicks into place.

To switch off the power tool, release the on/off switch (2);

or, if the switch is locked, briefly push the on/off switch (2)

backward and down and then release it.

u Always check abrasive tools before using them. The

abrasive tool must be fitted properly and be able to

move freely. Carry out a test run for at least one

minute with no load. Do not use abrasive tools that are

damaged, run untrue or vibrate during use. Damaged

abrasive tools can burst apart and cause injuries.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning

u Pull the plug out of the socket before carrying out any

work on the power tool.

u To ensure safe and efficient operation, always keep

the power tool and the ventilation slots clean.

u In extreme conditions, always use a dust extractor if

possible. Blow out ventilation slots frequently and in-

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stall a residual current device (RCD) upstream. When

machining metals, conductive dust can settle inside the

power tool, which can affect its protective insulation.

Store and handle the accessories carefully.

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 centre that is authorised to repair Bosch

After-Sales Service and Application Service

Our after-sales service responds to your questions concern-

ing 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 accessor-

In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always

include the 10‑digit article number given on the nameplate

Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)

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

The power tool, accessories and packaging should be re-

cycled in an environmentally friendly manner.

Do not dispose of power tools along with

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 environment-

ally friendly manner.

If disposed incorrectly, waste electrical and electronic

equipment may have harmful effects on the environment and

human health, due to the potential presence of hazardous

Only for United Kingdom:

According to The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment

Regulations 2013 (SI 2013/3113) (as amended), products

that are no longer usable must be collected separately and

disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner.

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represented (in terms of the above regulations) by

Robert Bosch Limited, Broadwater Park, North Orbital Road,

Uxbridge UB9 5HJ, United Kingdom

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Head of Sales Operations and Aftersales

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acting on behalf of Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH, 70538 Stuttgart, Germany

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