Bosch PS82 Operating/Safety Instructions Manual page 4

resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire
or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire
or temperature above 265 °F may cause ex-
plosion.
Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specified in the instruc-
tions. Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside the specified range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of fire.
Safety Rules for Cordless Impact Drivers
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation
where the fastener may contact hidden
wiring. Fasteners contacting a "live" wire may
make exposed metal parts of the power tool
"live" and could give the operator an electric
shock.
Brace the tool properly before use. This
tool produces a high output torque and with-
out properly bracing the tool during operation,
loss of control may occur resulting in personal
injury.
Use clamps or another practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by hand or
against your body leaves it unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
Do not drill, fasten or break into existing
walls or other blind areas where electrical
wiring may exist. If this situation is unavoid-
able, disconnect all fuses or circuit breakers
feeding this worksite.
Always wear safety goggles or eye protec-
tion when using this tool.
Wear ear protectors when using the tool
for extended periods. Prolonged exposure to
high intensity noise can cause hearing loss.
Use thick cushioned gloves and limit the
exposure time by taking frequent rest peri-
ods. Vibration caused by hammer-drill action
may be harmful to your hands and arms.
Secure the material being fastened. Never
hold it in your hand or across your legs.
Unstable support can cause loss of control
and injury.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the for-
ward/reverse switch is in the off position
before inserting battery pack. Carrying ap-
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General Power Tool Safety Warnings
Service
Have your power tool serviced by a quali-
fied repair person using only identical re-
placement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained.
Never service damaged battery packs.
Service of battery packs should only be per-
formed by the manufacturer or authorized ser-
vice providers.
pliances with your finger on the switch or in-
serting the battery pack into an appliance with
the switch on invites accidents.
Remove battery pack before changing ac-
cessories. Accidental starting may occur
because battery appliances with a battery in-
serted are in the operative condition.
Be prepared for a reaction torque when
"seating" or removing a fastener. The
screwdriver housing may tend to twist in the
opposite direction of bit rotation when "seat-
ing" or removing a fastener depending on the
torque setting of the tool.
Do not use dull or damaged bits and ac-
cessories. When installing an accessory, in-
sert the shank of the bit well within the chuck.
Be sure the chuck has locked onto the bit cor-
rectly.
Do not run the tool while carrying it at your
side. A spinning bit could become entangled
with clothing and injury may result.
Place the tool onto the fastener only when
the screwdriver is switched off. Rotating
driver tools can slide off the fastener.
Do not use this tool as a drill. Tools equipped
with shut-off clutches are not designed for
drilling applications. The clutch can shut off
automatically and without warning.
Be careful when driving long screws –
there is a risk of sliding off the fastener
head depending on type of socket or bit
used. First test the run-down of a fastener and
pay attention during the screw driving process
to ensure you do not injure yourself if the tool
bit or socket slides off of the fastener.
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