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Robert Bosch GmbH

Power Tools Division
70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen
Germany
PBD 40
www.bosch-pt.com

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English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 17
Français . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 25
Español . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Página 33
Português. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Página 42
Italiano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pagina 50
Nederlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pagina 58
Dansk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Side 66
Svenska . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sida 73
Norsk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Side 80
Suomi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sivu 87
ÅëëçíéêÜ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Óåëßäá 94
Türkçe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sayfa 103
Polski . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Strona 110
Česky . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Strana 119
Slovensky. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Strana 126
Magyar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oldal 134
Ðóññêèé . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ñòðàíèöà 142
Óêðà¿íñüêà. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ñòîð³íêà 151
Română . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pagina 159
Áúëãàðñêè . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ñòðàíèöà 167
Srpski. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Strana 176
Slovensko . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stran 183
Hrvatski . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stranica 191
Eesti . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lehekülg 199
Latviešu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lappuse 206
Lietuviškai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Puslapis 214

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used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal inju-

English ries.
f Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
Safety Notes the off-position before connecting to power source
and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or en-
ergising power tools that have the switch on invites acci-
WARNING When using electric tools basic safety dents.
precautions should always be followed
f Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury in-
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a ro-
cluding the following.
tating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
Read all these instructions before attempting to operate
this product and save these instructions. f Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the power tool in
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains- unexpected situations.
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
f Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewel-
power tool.
lery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from
Work area safety moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be
f Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas caught in moving parts.
invite accidents. f If devices are provided for the connection of dust ex-
f Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, traction and collection facilities, ensure these are con-
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or nected and properly used. Use of dust collection can re-
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust duce dust-related hazards.
or fumes. Power tool use and care
f Keep children and bystanders away while operating a f Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. for your application. The correct power tool will do the
Electrical safety job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
f Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify f Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. f Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the
f Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, battery pack from the power tool before making any
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
earthed or grounded. starting the power tool accidentally.
f Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. f Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or
shock. these instructions to operate the power tool. Power
f Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away f Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or bind-
from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts. Damaged ing of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If
f When operating a power tool outdoors, use an exten- damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
sion cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power
for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. tools.
f If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoid- f Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
able, use a residual current device (RCD) protected cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind
supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock. and are easier to control.
f Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in ac-
Personal safety
cordance with these instructions, taking into account
f Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common the working conditions and the work to be performed.
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power Use of the power tool for operations different from those
tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, intended could result in a hazardous situation.
alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while op-
erating power tools may result in serious personal injury. Service
f Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye f Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair per-
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, son using only identical replacement parts. This will en-
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection sure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

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Safety Warnings for Drill Presses f Switch the machine off immediately when the applica-
f The power tool is provided with a warning label in Ger- tion tool blocks. The application tool blocks when:
man (marked with number 10 in the representation of – the machine is subject to overload or
the power tool on the graphics page). – when it jams or locks-up in the workpiece.
f Do not touch the application tool directly after the
working process until after it has cooled down. Applica-
tion tools become very hot while working.
f Check the cable regularly and have a damaged cable re-
paired only through an authorised customer service
agent for Bosch power tools. Replace damaged exten-
sion cables. This will ensure that the safety of the power
f Before putting into operation for the first time, attach tool is maintained.
the supplied sticker in your national language over the f Store the machine in a safe manner when not being
German text on the warning label. used. The storage location must be dry and lockable.
f Never make warning signs on the machine unrecognis- This prevents the machine from storage damage, and from
able. being operated by untrained persons.
f Fasten the machine on a firm, level and horizontal sur- f Do not direct the laser beam at persons or animals and
face. If the machine can slip off or wobbles, the application do not stare into the laser beam yourself, not even from
tool cannot be uniformly and securely guided. a distance. This power tool produces laser class 2 laser ra-
diation according to EN 60825-1. This can lead to persons
f Keep the working surface clean to the workpiece being
being blinded.
worked. Sharp-edged drilling chips/swarf and objects can
lead to injuries. Material mixtures are particularly danger- f Do not replace the installed laser with another laser
ous. Light-alloy dust can burn or explode. type. A laser that does not fit to this power tool could pose
dangers for other persons.
f Set the correct speed before beginning to work. The
speed must be appropriate for the drilling diameter f Never leave the machine before it has come to a com-
and the material being drilled. When the speed is set in- plete stop. Cutting tools that are still running can cause in-
correctly, the application tool can become caught or jam in juries.
the workpiece. f Never use the machine with a damaged cable. Do not
f Guide the application tool toward the workpiece only touch the damaged cable and pull the mains plug when
when switched on. Otherwise, there is danger of the ap- the cable is damaged while working. Damaged cables in-
plication tool becoming caught or jamming in the work- crease the risk of an electric shock.
piece, and the workpiece being dragged along. This can Products sold in GB only: Your product is fitted with an
lead to injury. BS 1363/A approved electric plug with internal fuse (ASTA
f Keep your hands out of the drilling area while the ma- approved to BS 1362).
chine is running. Danger of injury in case of contact with If the plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be
the application tool. cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place by an author-
ised customer service agent. The replacement plug should
f Never remove drilling chips/swarf from the drilling ar-
have the same fuse rating as the original plug.
ea while the machine is running. Always guide the motor
The severed plug must be disposed of to avoid a possible
unit to the idle position first, and then switch the machine
shock hazard and should never be inserted into a mains sock-
off.
et elsewhere.
f Do not remove forming drilling swarf/shavings with Products sold in AUS and NZ only: Use a residual current de-
your bear hands. Danger of injury in particular through hot vice (RCD) with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less.
and sharp-edged metal swarf/shavings.
f Break off long drilling swarf/shavings by interrupting
the drilling procedure through brief reversing of the
Symbols
handwheel. Danger of injury from long drilling swarf/shav- The following symbols can be important for the operation of
ings. your power tool. Please memorise the symbols and their
f Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. meanings. The correct interpretation of the symbols helps
Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing loss of control. you operate the power tool better and more secure.
f Use clamping devices, the quick-clamping device or a Symbols and their meaning
machine vice (accessory) to clamp the workpiece. Do Laser Radiation
not drill workpieces that are too small to clamp. When Do not stare into beam
holding the workpiece by hand, you cannot secure it suffi- Class 2 laser product
ciently against being turned, and injure yourself.

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Symbols and their meaning Product Features

Wear safety goggles. The numbering of the components shown refers to the repre-
sentation of the power tool on the graphic pages.
1 Base plate
2 Quick-clamping lever
3 Quick-clamping device
Do not dispose of power tools into house- 4 Drilling column
hold waste! 5 Rack
Only for EC countries: 6 Speed diagram
According to the European Guideline 7 Clamping lever of the height adjustment
2002/96/EC for Waste Electrical and Elec-
8 Clamping lever of depth stop
tronic Equipment and its implementation into national right,
power tools that are no longer usable must be collected sep- 9 Depth stop
arately and disposed of in an environmentally correct man- 10 Laser warning label
ner. 11 Handwheel
On/Off switch 12 Motor unit
13 On/Off switch with Quick-Stop function
14 Display
15 Speed regulator
16 Keyless chuck
Switching Off 17 Tool bit*
18 Mounting holes
Starting the operation of the display 19 Parallel guide
20 Wing bolts of the parallel guide
21 Gear selector
Drilling 22 Illumination and laser unit
23 Allen key (4 mm)
24 Fastening screw of the drilling column
Speed Diagram
25 Guide cog of the drilling column
26 Guide groove of the base plate
27 Securing ring
28 Holding ring
29 Clamping sleeve
30 Illumination button
31 Laser-cross button
32 Button for speed indication/drilling-depth indication
33 Zero-point button
The diagram provides the speed (rpm) to be set dependent
on the drill bit diameter (Ø in mm) for the materials Steel 34 Set screws for clamping force of the brake
and Aluminium. *Accessories shown or described are not part of the standard de-
livery scope of the product. A complete overview of accessories
can be found in our accessories program.
Product Description and Specifica-
Noise/Vibration Information
tions Measured sound values determined according to EN 61029.
Read all safety warnings and all instruc- Typically the A-weighted noise levels of the product are:
tions. Failure to follow the warnings and in- Sound pressure level 77 dB(A); Sound power level 90 dB(A).
structions may result in electric shock, fire Uncertainty K =3 dB.
and/or serious injury. Wear hearing protection!
Vibration total values ah (triax vector sum) and uncertainty K
Intended Use determined according to EN 61029:
In conjunction with the suitable application tools, the ma- ah <2.5 m/s2, K=1.5 m/s2.
chine is intended for drilling in wood, metal, and plastic. The vibration emission level given in this information sheet
has been measured in accordance with a standardised test
given in EN 61029 and may be used to compare one tool with

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another. It may be used for a preliminary assessment of expo- Dr. Egbert Schneider Dr. Eckerhard Strötgen
sure. Senior Vice President Engineering Director
The declared vibration emission level represents the main ap- Engineering PT/ESI
plications of the tool. However if the tool is used for different
applications, with different accessories or poorly maintained,
the vibration emission may differ. This may significantly in-
crease the exposure level over the total working period.
An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration should also Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division
D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen
take into account the times when the tool is switched off or Leinfelden, 24.10.2011
when it is running but not actually doing the job. This may sig-
nificantly reduce the exposure level over the total working pe-
riod. Assembly
Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator f Avoid unintentional starting of the machine. During as-
from the effects of vibration such as: maintain the tool and the sembly and for all work on the machine, the power plug
accessories, keep the hands warm, organisation of work pat- must not be connected to the mains supply.
terns.
Delivery Scope
Technical Data
Before starting the operation of the machine for the first time,
Drill Press PBD 40 check if all parts listed below have been supplied:
Article number 3 603 M07 0.. – Motor unit 12 with drilling column 4
Rated power input W 710 – Base plate 1
– Quick-clamping device 3
No-load speed – Parallel guide 19
– 1st gear min-1 200–850 – Allen key 23
– 2nd gear min-1 600–2500
Note: Check the power tool for possible damage.
Laser type nm 650 Before further use of the machine, check that all protective
mW <1 devices are fully functional. Any lightly damaged parts must
Laser class 2 be carefully checked to ensure flawless operation of the tool.
Max. drilling dia. All parts must be properly mounted and all conditions fulfilled
– Steel mm 13 that ensure faultless operation.
– Wood mm 40 Damaged protective devices and parts must be immediately
replaced by an authorised service centre.
Chuck clamping range mm 1.5–13
Drill stroke, max. mm 90 Mounting Individual Components (see figure A)
Total height mm 650 Before putting into operation for the first time, the machine
Size of base plate must be assembled as follows:
(Width x depth x height) mm 330 x 350 x 30 – Slide the quick-clamping device 3 over the drilling column
Weight according to 4.
EPTA-Procedure 01/2003 kg 11.2 – Insert the drilling column 4 into the base plate 1 in such a
manner that the guide cog 25 engages in the guide groove
Protection class /II 26.
The values given are valid for a nominal voltage [U] of 230 V. For differ-
– Firmly tighten fastening screw 24 with Allen key 23.
ent voltages and models for specific countries, these values can vary.
Please observe the article number on the type plate of your machine. Mounting to a Working Surface (see figure B)
The trade names of the individual machines may vary.
f To ensure safe handling, the machine must be mounted
on a level and stable surface (e. g., workbench) prior to
Declaration of Conformity using.
We declare under our sole responsibility that the product de- – Fasten the power tool with suitable screw fasteners to the
scribed under “Technical Data” is in conformity with the fol- working surface. The mounting holes 18 serve for this
lowing standards or standardization documents: EN 61029, purpose.
EN 60825-1 according to the provisions of the directives
2011/65/EU, 2004/108/EC, 2006/42/EC.
Technical file (2006/42/EC) at:
Robert Bosch GmbH, PT/ETM9,
D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen

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Dust/Chip Extraction Correctly positioning the workpiece (see figure E)

Dusts from materials such as lead-containing coatings, some A laser cross indicates the exact drilling location.
wood types, minerals and metal can be harmful to one’s – To activate the display 14, turn the On/Off switch 13 to
health. Touching or breathing-in the dusts can cause allergic position .
reactions and/or lead to respiratory infections of the user or – Switch on the laser unit 22 with button 31.
bystanders. The indication “Laser” is shown on display 14.
Certain dusts, such as oak or beech dust, are considered as – Align your mark on the workpiece with the laser cross.
carcinogenic, especially in connection with wood-treatment
Clamping the Workpiece (see figures F1 – F2)
additives (chromate, wood preservative). Materials contain-
ing asbestos may only be worked by specialists. To ensure optimum working safety, the workpiece must al-
ways be firmly clamped.
– As far as possible, use a dust extraction system suitable for Do not saw workpieces that are too small to clamp.
the material.
– Provide for good ventilation of the working place. – Position the workpiece with help of the laser cross (see
– It is recommended to wear a P2 filter-class respirator. “Correctly positioning the workpiece”, page 21).
– Loosen the quick-clamping lever 2 on the quick-clamping
Observe the relevant regulations in your country for the mate- device 3.
rials to be worked. – Allow the quick-clamping device to face against the work-
f Prevent dust accumulation at the workplace. Dusts can piece. Turn the quick-clamping lever 2 in clockwise direc-
easily ignite. tion until the workpiece is firmly clamped.
– After drilling, loosen quick-clamping lever 2 in anticlockwi-
Changing the Tool (see figure C) se direction.
The motor unit 12 is provided ex works with a dual-sleeve key- – Turn the quick-clamping device 3 aside and remove the
less chuck 16. workpiece.
Inserting The parallel guide 19 is used for securing larger workpieces
– Turn the securing ring 27 toward “UNLOCK”. against turning.
– Turn the clamping sleeve 29 in anticlockwise direction un- – Loosen the wing bolts 20 of parallel guide 19 and insert the
til the application tool 17 can be inserted. parallel guide into the grooves of base plate 1.
– Completely insert the application tool 17, hold it in the tool – Retighten the wing bolts again.
holder and firmly turn clamping sleeve 29 by hand in clock- – Clamp the workpiece with the quick-clamping device 3.
wise direction. Note: Use a machine vice (e.g. Bosch MS 80) to clamp small-
Firmly hold the holding ring 28 when doing this. er workpieces.
– Turn the securing ring 27 toward “LOCK”
Adjusting the Height of the Motor Unit (see figure G)
Note: When inserting drill bits with small diameters, set the
f Do not adjust the height of the motor unit during opera-
tool holder beforehand approximately to the drill bit diame-
tion. Actuate clamping lever 7 only when the hand-
ter. Otherwise, it is possible that the drill bit is not inserted
wheel is in the starting position. This safety measure
centred.
prevents possible injury.
Removing The height of the motor unit 12 can be adjusted dependent on
– Turn the securing ring 27 toward “UNLOCK”. the length of the application tool and the size of the work-
– Turn clamping sleeve 29 in anticlockwise direction until piece.
the application tool 17 can be removed. Note: After adjusting the height of the motor unit, the posi-
tioning of the workpiece must be checked again with the laser
Operation cross. Realign the workpiece, if required.
f Before any work on the machine itself, pull the mains When clamping lever 7 is open, a brake prevents the motor
plug. unit 12 from accidental lowering. Occasionally check the
clamping force of the brake and readjust it as required (see
f After each adjustment on the machine, retighten the
“Adjusting the Brake of the Motor Unit”, page 23).
screws and clamping levers.
– Make sure that the handwheel 11 is in the starting posi-
Preparing for Operation tion.
– Grasp the handwheel 11 with one hand and with the other
Illuminating the Work Area (see figure D)
hand, loosen clamping lever 7 in anticlockwise direction.
Provide for sufficient lighting of the direct working area. – Adjust the height of motor unit 12 with the handwheel ac-
– To activate the display 14, turn the On/Off switch 13 to cording to the inserted application tool and height of the
position . workpiece.
– Switch on the illumination unit 22 with button 30. – Tighten clamping lever 7 again in clockwise direction.
The indication “Light” is shown on display 14.

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Note: Clamping lever 7 is indexed (adjustable), allowing it to – To restart the operation of the machine afterwards, the
be set to an ergonomically favourable and space-saving posi- On/Off switch 13 must be reset to position .
tion. Afterwards, the machine can be switched on again (On/Off
With the clamping lever tightened, pull its lever away from the switch 13 in position ).
motor unit, turn it to the desired position and allow it to en-
gage again. Adjusting the Speed
f Set the correct speed before beginning to work. The
Starting Operation speed must be appropriate for the drilling diameter
f Observe correct mains voltage! The voltage of the pow- and the material being drilled. When the speed is set in-
er source must agree with the voltage specified on the correctly, the application tool can become caught or jam in
nameplate of the machine. Power tools marked with the workpiece.
230 V can also be operated with 220 V. When adjusting the appropriate speed, please refer to the
Switching On speed diagram 6.
– To activate the display 14, turn the On/Off switch 13 to The diagram provides the speed (rpm) to be set dependent
position . on the drill bit diameter (Ø in mm) for the materials Steel and
– To start the machine, turn the On/Off switch 13 to Aluminium.
position . Gear Selection, Mechanical
The speed can now be set (see “Adjusting the Speed”, Actuate the gear selector 21 only when the machine is at
page 22). a standstill.
Switching Off Two speed ranges can be preselected with the gear selector
– To end the drilling, turn the On/Off switch 13 to 21.
position . 1st gear:
or Low speed range; for working with large drilling diameters.
– To completely shut-off the machine, turn the On/Off 2nd gear:
switch 13 to position “0”. High speed range; For working with small drilling diameters.
Note: The machine is now de-energized. All current set- – Set the gear selector 21 to the desired position.
tings for speed and drilling depth are deleted. Note: If the gear selector 21 cannot be turned to the stop,
Quick-Stop Function turn the drill chuck a little.
The Quick-Stop function enables swift switching off, e.g., Electronic Speed Control (see figure H)
when the application tool is jammed or locked-up in the work- With the speed regulator 15, the speed of the machine can be
piece. variably adjusted.
– Briefly and quickly press the On/Off switch 13. – To start the machine, turn the On/Off switch 13 to
The machine and the display are switched off immediately. position .
Note: The machine is now de-energized. All current set- – Press button 32 until “Speed” is indicated on the display.
tings for speed and drilling depth are deleted. – Turn the speed regulator 15 until the desired speed is indi-
– To restart the operation of the machine afterwards, the cated on display 14.
On/Off switch 13 must be reset to position “0”.
Afterwards, the machine can be switched on again (On/Off Working Advice
switch 13 in position ). General Information
Restarting Protection Before drilling, make sure that the quick-clamping device 3,
The restarting protection prevents uncontrolled starting of the parallel guide 19 or the machine vice (accessory) are firm-
the machine after a power failure (e.g., when the mains plug is ly clamped/tightened.
pulled during operation). When the drill bit comes out of the workpiece, it can become
– To restart the operation of the machine afterwards, the caught or jam in the workpiece, and drag the workpiece along.
On/Off switch 13 must be reset to position . Therefore, reduce the feed at the end of the drilling phase.
Afterwards, the machine can be switched on again (On/Off If the application tool should become blocked, switch the ma-
switch 13 in position ). chine off. Allow the application tool and the workpiece to cool
Temperature Dependent Overload Protection down. Remove the drilling chips/swarf. Determine the cause
of the application tool's jam and correct it.
When using the machine as intended for, it cannot be subject
to overload. In case of excessive loading or when exceeding Special Notes on Drilling in Metal
the allowable operating temperature, the electronics switch Centre-punch metal workpieces.
the machine off until it is in the optimal operating-tempera- Pilot-drill when drilling diameters in excess of 10 mm.
ture range again.
To improve your work, use cutting oil (e.g. Bosch universal
cutting oil) to cool the drilling.

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Position of the Operator Maintenance and Service

f Position yourself in front of the machine. This ensures a
good view of the drilling location. Maintenance and Cleaning
– Keep your hands and fingers away from the rotating appli- f Before any work on the machine itself, pull the mains
cation tool. plug.
– Do not stand in front of the motor unit with crossed arms.
f For safe and proper working, always keep the machine
Drilling and ventilation slots clean.
– Place the workpiece on base plate 1. If required, clean the drilling column 4 with a dry cloth and ap-
– Adjust the height of the motor unit (see “Adjusting the ply a light coat of Bosch universal cutting oil (accessory).
Height of the Motor Unit”, page 21). If the replacement of the supply cord is necessary, this has to
– Align the workpiece with help of the laser cross (see “Cor- be done by Bosch or an authorized Bosch service agent in or-
rectly positioning the workpiece”, page 21). der to avoid a safety hazard.
– Firmly clamp the workpiece (see “Clamping the Work-
If the machine should fail despite the care taken in manufac-
piece”, page 21).
turing and testing procedures, repair should be carried out by
– Adjust the appropriate speed (see “Adjusting the Speed”,
an after-sales service centre for Bosch power tools.
page 22).
– Switch on the machine. In all correspondence and spare parts order, please always in-
– For drilling, turn handwheel 11 with uniform feed until the clude the 10-digit article number given on the type plate of
desired drilling depth is reached (see “Indicating the Drill- the machine.
ing Depth”, page 23). Adjusting the Brake of the Motor Unit (see figure K)
– Once the desired drilling depth is reached, guide hand- The clamping force of the brake for the motor unit 12 can be
wheel 11 back until the motor unit is back in the starting readjusted.
position.
Checking:
– Switch the power tool off.
– The clamping force of the brake must securely hold the mo-
Indicating the Drilling Depth (see figure I) tor unit in any position.
The current drilling depth can be indicated on the display 14. Adjusting:
– After the speed has been set, press button 32 until – Turn both set screws 34 in anticlockwise direction with the
“Depth” is indicated on the display. supplied Allen key 23 to reduce the clamping force, or in-
– Adjust the height of the motor unit (see “Adjusting the crease the clamping force by turning in clockwise direc-
Height of the Motor Unit”, page 21). tion.
– Carefully allow the drill-bit tip to slightly touch the workpie- Tighten both set screws uniformly.
ce. – Check if the desired clamping force has been reached.
– Press button 33 to set the zero point.
The indication “Reset” is shown on display 14. After-sales Service and Customer Assistance
– Drill with uniform feed until the desired drilling depth is in- Our after-sales service responds to your questions concern-
dicated on the display. ing maintenance and repair of your product as well as spare
Adjusting the Drilling Depth (see figure J) parts. Exploded views and information on spare parts can al-
With the depth stop 9, the drilling depth t can be determined. so be found under:
www.bosch-pt.com
– Loosen clamping lever 8 in anticlockwise direction. Our customer service representatives can answer your ques-
– Carry out a test drilling. When the desired drilling depth t is tions concerning possible applications and adjustment of
indicated on display 14 (see “Indicating the Drilling products and accessories.
Depth”, page 23), retighten clamping lever 8 again.
For the following drillings, the drilling depth is limited to Great Britain
the setting t. Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)
P.O. Box 98
Transport Broadwater Park
– When transporting the machine, hold it by the base plate North Orbital Road
1. Denham
f The power tool should always be carried by two per- Uxbridge
sons in order to avoid back injuries. UB 9 5HJ
Tel. Service: +44 (0844) 736 0109
Fax: +44 (0844) 736 0146
E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com

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Ireland Disposal
Origo Ltd. The machine, accessories and packaging should be sorted for
Unit 23 Magna Drive environmental-friendly recycling.
Magna Business Park
Do not dispose of power tools into household waste!
City West
Dublin 24 Only for EC countries:
Tel. Service: +353 (01) 4 66 67 00 According the European Guideline
Fax: +353 (01) 4 66 68 88 2002/96/EC for Waste Electrical and Elec-
tronic Equipment and its implementation
Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands
into national right, power tools that are no
Robert Bosch Australia Pty. Ltd. longer usable must be collected separately
Power Tools and disposed of in an environmentally cor-
Locked Bag 66 rect manner.
Clayton South VIC 3169
Customer Contact Center Subject to change without notice.
Inside Australia:
Phone: +61 (01300) 307 044
Fax: +61 (01300) 307 045
Inside New Zealand:
Phone: +64 (0800) 543 353
Fax: +64 (0800) 428 570
Outside AU and NZ:
Phone: +61 (03) 9541 5555
www.bosch.com.au
Republic of South Africa
Customer service
Hotline: +27 (011) 6 51 96 00
Gauteng – BSC Service Centre
35 Roper Street, New Centre
Johannesburg
Tel.: +27 (011) 4 93 93 75
Fax: +27 (011) 4 93 01 26
E-Mail: bsctools@icon.co.za
KZN – BSC Service Centre
Unit E, Almar Centre
143 Crompton Street
Pinetown
Tel.: +27 (031) 7 01 21 20
Fax: +27 (031) 7 01 24 46
E-Mail: bsc.dur@za.bosch.com
Western Cape – BSC Service Centre
Democracy Way, Prosperity Park
Milnerton
Tel.: +27 (021) 5 51 25 77
Fax: +27 (021) 5 51 32 23
E-Mail: bsc@zsd.co.za
Bosch Headquarters
Midrand, Gauteng
Tel.: +27 (011) 6 51 96 00
Fax: +27 (011) 6 51 98 80
E-Mail: rbsa-hq.pts@za.bosch.com

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