Dust/Chip Extraction; Starting Operation; Practical Advice - Bosch GOP 12V-28 Professional Manual Original

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Dust/Chip Extraction

The dust from materials such as lead paint, some types of
wood, minerals and metal can be harmful to human health.
Touching or breathing in this dust can trigger allergic reac-
tions and/or cause respiratory illnesses in the user or in
people in the near vicinity.
Certain dusts, such as oak or beech dust, are classified as
carcinogenic, especially in conjunction with wood treatment
additives (chromate, wood preservative). Materials contain-
ing asbestos may only be machined by specialists.
– Use a dust extraction system that is suitable for the ma-
terial wherever possible.
– Provide good ventilation at the workplace.
– It is advisable to wear a P2 filter class breathing mask.
The regulations on the material being machined that apply in
the country of use must be observed.
Avoid dust accumulation at the workplace. Dust can
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easily ignite.
Connecting the dust extraction system (see figure A)
The dust extraction system (14) is only designed for use
with the sanding plate (15); it serves no purpose when used
together with other application tools.
Always connect a dust extraction system for sanding.
Remove the application tool for fitting the dust extraction
system (14) (accessory).
Slide the dust extraction system (14) as far as it will go over
the tool holder (7) onto the collar of the power tool. Turn the
dust extraction system to the required position (not directly
under the power tool). Push the clamping lever (17) shut to
fix the dust extraction system in position.
Attach the dust extraction adapter (19) of the dust extrac-
tion hose (20) to the dust extraction outlet (18). Connect
the dust extraction hose (20) to a dust extractor (access-
ory).
You will find an overview of connecting to various dust ex-
tractors on the graphics pages.
The dust extractor must be suitable for the material being
worked.
When extracting dry dust that is especially detrimental to
health or carcinogenic, use a special dust extractor.
Operation

Starting Operation

Inserting the battery
Note: The use of batteries unsuitable for your power tool can
lead to malfunctions or damage to the power tool.
Insert the charged battery (3) into the handle until you feel it
engage and it is flush with the handle.
Switching on/off
Make sure that you are able to press the On/Off switch
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without releasing the handle.
To switch on the power tool, slide the on/off switch (1) for-
ward so that "I" appears on the switch.
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To switch off the power tool, slide the on/off switch (1)
backwards so that "0" appears on the switch.
Note: If the power tool shuts down automatically because
the battery is flat or overheated, switch the power tool off
using the on/off switch (1).
Charge the battery or let it cool down before switching the
power tool on again. Failure to do so can damage the bat-
tery.
Preselecting the orbital stroke rate
You can even preselect the required orbital stroke rate dur-
ing operation using the orbital stroke rate preselection
thumbwheel (5).
The required orbital stroke rate is dependent on the material
and the work conditions and can be determined using prac-
tical tests.
Orbital stroke rate level "6" is recommended for sawing, cut-
ting and sanding harder materials, such as wood or metal;
orbital stroke rate level "4" is recommended for softer ma-
terials, such as plastic.

Practical Advice

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.
Always wait until the power tool has come to a com-
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plete stop before placing it down.
Note: Do not keep the ventilation slots (4) on the power tool
closed when working as this will reduce the service life of the
power tool.
Operating principle
The oscillating drive causes the application tool to oscillate
back and forth by 2.8° up to 20000 times per minute. This
enables precise work in the tightest of spaces.
Use a consistent, low contact pressure
when performing work; otherwise, the
performance will be impaired and the ap-
plication tool may jam.
While working, move the power tool back
and forth to prevent the application tool
overheating and jamming.
Sawing
Use only undamaged saw blades that are in perfect
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condition. Bent or dull saw blades can break, negatively
influence the cut, or lead to kickback.
When sawing lightweight materials, take into account
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the statutory provisions and recommendations of the
material manufacturers.
Plunge cuts may only be applied to soft materials,
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such as wood, gypsum board, etc.
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