Bosch 24618 Operating Instructions Manual page 4

Hold tools by insulated gripping surfaces
when performing an operation where the
cutting tool may contact hidden wiring.
Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed
metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the
operator.
Use clamps or other practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform, Holding the work by hand
or against your body is unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
Do not drill, fasten or break into existing wails
or other blind areas where electrical wiring
may exist. If this situation is unavoidable,
disconnect all fuses or circuit breakers feeding
this worksite.
Always wear safety goggles or eye
protection 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
periods. 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
forward/reverse switch is in the off
position before inserting battery pack,
Carrying appliances with your finger on the
switch or inserting the battery pack into an
appliance with the switch on invites
accidents.
Remove battery pack before changing
accessories. Accidental starting may occur
because battery appliances with a battery
inserted 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
"seating" or removing a fastener depending
on the torque setting of the tool.
Do not use dull or damaged bits and
accessories, When installing an accessory,
insert the shank of the bit well within the
chuck. Be sure the chuck has locked onto
the bit correctly.
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.
_ ome dust created by
power sanding, sawing,
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, cement and
other masonry products.
• 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 dust masks designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
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