GSS 18 VLI Professional - Sander BOSCH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GSS 18 VLI Professional BOSCH

äußeren Abmessung größer als 25cm sind, im Einzel- handelsgeschäft oder in unmittelbarer Nähe hierzu un- entgeltlich zurückzunehmen; die Rücknahme darf nicht an den Kauf eines Elektro- oder Elektronikgerätes ge- knüpft werden und ist auf drei Altgeräte pro Geräteart beschränkt. Der Vertreiber hat beim Abschluss des Kaufvertrags für das neue Elektro- oder Elektronikgerät den Endnutzer über die Möglichkeit zur unentgeltlichen Rückgabe bzw. Abholung des Altgeräts zu informieren und den Endnutzer nach seiner Absicht zu befragen, ob bei der Auslieferung des neuen Ge- räts ein Altgerät zurückgegeben wird. Bosch Power Tools 1 609 92A 8MW | (20.02.2024)12 | English Dies gilt auch bei Vertrieb unter Verwendung von Fernkom- munikationsmitteln, wenn die Lager- und Versandflächen für Elektro- und Elektronikgeräte mindestens 400m² betragen oder die gesamten Lager- und Versandflächen mindestens 800m² betragen, wobei die unentgeltliche Abholung auf Elektro- und Elektronikgeräte der Kategorien 1 (Wärmeüber- träger), 2 (Bildschirmgeräte) und 4 (Großgeräte mit mindes- tens einer äußeren Abmessung über 50cm) beschränkt ist. Für alle übrigen Elektro- und Elektronikgeräte muss der Ver- treiber geeignete Rückgabemöglichkeiten in zumutbarer Ent- fernung zum jeweiligen Endnutzer gewährleisten; das gilt auch für Altgeräte, die in keiner äußeren Abmessung größer als 25cm sind, die der Endnutzer zurückgeben will, ohne ein neues Gerät zu kaufen. Akkus/Batterien: Li-Ion: Bitte beachten Sie die Hinweise im Abschnitt Transport (sie- he „Transport“, Seite11). English Safety Instructions 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/ 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 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 shock. Personal safety 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- sonal injury. 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- juries. 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- dents. 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- jury. 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 in moving parts. 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 1 609 92A 8MW | (20.02.2024) Bosch Power ToolsEnglish | 13 the job better and safer at the rate for which it was de- signed. 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 accidentally. 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. Battery tool use and care u Recharge only with the charger specified by the manu- facturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of bat- tery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack. u Use power tools only with specifically designated bat- tery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire. u When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire. u Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally oc- curs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, addi- tionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the bat- tery may cause irritation or burns. u Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury. u Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excess- ive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C may cause explosion. u Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire. Service 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. u Never service damaged battery packs. Service of bat- tery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers. Safety Warnings for Sander u Only use the power tool for dry sanding. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. u Warning: Danger of fire! Avoid overheating the work- piece and the sander. Always empty the dust collector before taking a break from work. Sanding dust in the dust bag, microfilter, paper bag (or in the filter bag or va- cuum cleaner filter) can spontaneously combust under certain conditions, for example if flying sparks are cre- ated when sanding metals. This risk is increased if the sanding dust is mixed with paint or polyurethane residue or with other chemical substances and if the workpiece is hot as a result of prolonged work. u Clean the air vents on your power tool regularly. The motor’s fan will draw the dust inside the housing and ex- cessive accumulation of powdered metal may cause elec- trical hazards. u Secure the workpiece. A workpiece clamped with clamping devices or in a vice is held more secure than by hand. u Always wait until the power tool has come to a com- plete stop before placing it down. u In case of damage and improper use of the battery, va- pours may be emitted. The battery can set alight or ex- plode. Ensure the area is well ventilated and seek medical attention should you experience any adverse effects. The vapours may irritate the respiratory system. u Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuit- ing. u The battery can be damaged by pointed objects such as nails or screwdrivers or by force applied externally. An internal short circuit may occur, causing the battery to burn, smoke, explode or overheat. u Only use the battery with products from the manufac- turer. This is the only way in which you can protect the battery against dangerous overload. Bosch Power Tools 1 609 92A 8MW | (20.02.2024)14 | English Protect the battery against heat, e.g. against continuous intense sunlight, fire, dirt, water and moisture. There is a risk of explosion and short-circuiting. Product Description and Specifications 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- ating manual. Intended Use The power tool is intended for dry sanding of wood, plastic, metal, filler and varnished surfaces. Product features The numbering of the product features refers to the diagram of the power tool on the graphics page. (1) Complete dust box (Microfilter System) (2) Rear clamping bracket (3) Sanding plate (4) Sanding sheet clamps (x 2) (5) Square base plate (6) Sanding sheet

(7) Front clamping bracket (8) On/off switch (9) Button for rechargeable battery charge indicator

(10) Battery charge indicator

(11) Rechargeable battery

(12) Battery release button (13) Handle (insulated gripping surface) (14) Screws for base plate (x 4) (15) Extraction outlet (16) Filter element (Microfilter System)

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 Orbital Sander GSS 18V-10 Article number 3 601 JD0 2.. Rated voltage V= 18 No-load speed

11,000 No-load orbital stroke rate

22,000 Sanding sheet surface cm

Orbital Sander GSS 18V-10 Orbit diameter mm 1.6 Dimensions mm 199.5 x 113 x 141 Weight kg 1.4–2.4 Recommended ambient temperature during charging °C 0to+35 Permitted ambient temper- ature during operation

and during storage °C –20to+50 Recommended rechargeable batteries GBA18V... ProCORE18V... Recommended battery char- gers GAL 18... GAX 18... GAL 36... A) Measured at 20–25°C with rechargeable batteryGBA18V4.0Ah B) Limited performance at temperatures <0°C 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 toEN62841-1. Typically, the A-weighted sound pressure level of the power tool is 79dB(A). Uncertainty K=3dB. The noise level when working can exceed the volume stated. Wear hearing pro- tection! Vibration total values a

(triax vector sum) and uncertainty K determined according to EN62841-2-4:

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- ing period. 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. 1 609 92A 8MW | (20.02.2024) Bosch Power ToolsEnglish | 15 Assembly u Before carrying out any work on the power tool (e.g. maintenance, tool change etc.), remove the battery from the power tool. There is risk of injury from uninten- tionally pressing the on/off switch. Charge the battery u Use only the chargers listed in the technical data. Only these chargers are matched to the lithium-ion battery of your power tool. Note: The battery is supplied partially charged. To ensure full battery capacity, fully charge the battery in the charger before using your power tool for the first time. The lithium-ion battery can be charged at any time without reducing its service life. Interrupting the charging process does not damage the battery. The lithium-ion battery is protected against deep discharge by the "Electronic Cell Protection (ECP)". When the battery is discharged, the power tool is switched off by means of a protective circuit: The accessory no longer rotates. u Do not continue to press the On/Off switch after the power tool has automatically switched off. The battery can be damaged. To remove the battery (11), press the release button (12) and pull the battery sideways out of the power tool. Do not use force to do this. Follow the instructions on correct disposal. Fitting the base plate (see figure A) Unscrew the four screws (14) completely. Fit a suitable base plate, together with the sanding plate, and retighten the screws. Changing the sanding plate (see figure A) If necessary, the sanding plate (3) can be replaced. Unscrew the four screws (14) completely and remove the sanding plate (3). Fit the new sanding plate (3) and retighten the screws. Changing the sanding sheet Remove dirt and dust from the sanding plate (3), e.g. with a brush, before attaching a new sanding sheet. To ensure optimum dust extraction, make sure that the punched holes in the sanding sheet are aligned with the drilled holes in the sanding plate. Sanding sheets without hook-and-loop backing (see figures B–D)

Unlock both sanding-sheet clamps (4) and swivel them downwards.

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EU Declaration of Conformity We declare under our sole responsibility that the stated products comply with all applicable provisions of the directives and regulations listed below and are in conformity with the following standards. Technical file at: * Orbital Sander Article number

We declare under our sole responsibility that the stated products comply with all applicable provisions of the regulations lis- ted below and are in conformity with the following standards. Technical file at: Robert Bosch Ltd. (PT/SOP-GB), Broadwater Park, North Orbital Road, Uxbridge UB9 5HJ, United Kingdom The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 The Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012 EN 62841-1:2015+A11:2022 EN 62841-2-4:2014

EN IEC 63000:2018 Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH, 70538 Stuttgart, Germany represented (in terms of the above regulations) by Robert Bosch Limited, Broadwater Park, North Orbital Road, Uxbridge UB9 5HJ, United Kingdom Vonjy Rajakoba Managing Director - Bosch UK Martin Sibley Head of Sales Operations and Aftersales Robert Bosch Ltd. Broadwater Park, North Orbital Road, Uxbridge UB9 5HJ, United Kingdom, as authorised representative acting on behalf of Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH, 70538 Stuttgart, Germany Place of issue: Uxbridge Date of issue: 30/01/2024 Bosch Power Tools 1 609 92A 8MW | (20.02.2024)