Bosch Professional GWS 18V-180 PC Original Instructions Manual page 28

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Start-Up
Switching On/Off
To start the power tool, push the unlocking lever (9) for-
wards and then push the on/off switch (8) up.
To switch off the power tool, release the on/off switch (8).
Always check abrasive tools before using them. The
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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.
Connectivity functions
In conjunction with the Bluetooth® Low Energy Module
GCY 42, the following connectivity functions are available
for the power tool:
– Registration and personalisation
– Status check, output of warning messages
– General information and settings
– Management
Read the corresponding operating instructions for informa-
tion about the Bluetooth® Low Energy Module GCY 42.
Maintenance and Service
Maintenance and Cleaning
Remove the battery from the power tool before carry-
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ing out work on the power tool (e.g. maintenance,
changing tool, etc.). The battery should also be re-
moved for transport and storage. There is risk of injury
from unintentionally pressing the on/off switch.
To ensure safe and efficient operation, always keep
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the power tool and the ventilation slots clean.
Store and handle the accessories carefully.
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-
ies.
In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always
include the 10‑digit article number given on the nameplate
of the product.
1 609 92A 7AT | (15.06.2022)
Great Britain
Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)
P.O. Box 98
Broadwater Park
North Orbital Road
Denham Uxbridge
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
Transport
The recommended lithium-ion batteries are subject to legis-
lation on the transport of dangerous goods. The user can
transport the batteries by road without further require-
ments.
When shipping by third parties (e.g.: by air transport or for-
warding agency), special requirements on packaging and la-
belling must be observed. For preparation of the item being
shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is re-
quired.
Dispatch battery packs only when the housing is undam-
aged. Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the bat-
tery in such a manner that it cannot move around in the
packaging. Please also observe the possibility of more de-
tailed national regulations.
Disposal
Power tools, rechargeable batteries, accessor-
ies and packaging should be sorted for environ-
mental-friendly recycling.
Do not dispose of power tools and batteries/re-
chargeable batteries into household waste!
Only for EU countries:
According to the Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical
and electronic equipment and its transposition into national
law, power tools that are no longer usable, and, according to
the Directive 2006/66/EC, defective or drained batteries
must be collected separately and disposed of in an environ-
mentally correct 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
substances.
Only for United Kingdom:
According to The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Regulations 2013 (SI 2013/3113) (as amended) and the
Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009 (SI
2009/890) (as amended), products that are no longer us-
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