Bosch GSS18V-40 Operating/Safety Instructions Manual page 4

contact accidentally occurs, flush with water.
If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medi-
cal help. Liquid ejected from the battery may
cause irritation or burns.
e. 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.
f. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire
or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or
temperature above 265 °F may cause explo-
sion.
g. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
a. Use clamps or another practical way to se-
cure and support the workpiece to a stable
platform. Holding the work by your hand or
against the body leaves it unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
b. Remove battery before changing accesso-
ries. Accidental start-ups may occur if battery
is installed while changing an accessory.
c. If your tool is equipped with a dust bag,
empty it frequently and after completion
of sanding. Be extremely careful of dust dis-
posal, materials in fine particle form may be
explosive. Do not throw sanding dust on an
open fire. Spontaneous combustion may, in
time, result from mixture of oil or water with
dust particles.
4
160992A72C GSS18V-40 202209.indd 4
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
Safety Rules for Orbital Sanders
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
6. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replace-
ment parts. This will ensure that the safety of
the power tool is maintained.
b. Never service damaged battery packs. Ser-
vice of battery packs should only be per-
formed by the manufacturer or authorized
service providers.
d. Always wear eye protection and a dust mask
for dusty applications and when sanding
overhead. Sanding particles can be absorbed
by your eyes and inhaled easily and may cause
health complications.
e. Do not wet sand with this sander. Liquids en-
tering the motor housing is an electrical shock
hazard.
f. Do not use sandpaper intended for larger
sanding pads. Larger sandpaper will extend
beyond the sanding pad causing snagging,
tearing of the paper or kick-back. Extra paper
extending beyond the sanding pad can also
cause serious lacerations.
8/31/22 11:32 AM