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Bosch Power Tools 2 609 932 649 | (30.7.08)
GSR 12 VE-2/GSR 14,4 VE-2/
GSR 18 VE-2/GSB 12 VE-2/
GSB 14,4 VE-2/GSB 18 VE-2:
f Hold power tool by insulated gripping sur-
faces, when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden
wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory
contacting a “live” wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool “live” and
could give the operator an electric shock.
f Use appropriate detectors to determine if
utility lines are hidden in the work area or
call the local utility company for assistance.
Contact with electric lines can lead to fire
and electric shock. Damaging a gas line can
lead to explosion. Penetrating a water line
causes property damage or may cause an
electric shock.
f Switch off the power tool immediately
when the tool insert jams. Be prepared for
high reaction torque that can cause kick-
back. The tool insert jams when:
— the power tool is subject to overload or
— it becomes wedged in the workpiece.
f Hold the machine with a firm grip. High re-
action torque can briefly occur while driving
in and loosening screws.
f Secure the workpiece. A workpiece clamped
with clamping devices or in a vice is held
more secure than by hand.
f Keep your workplace clean. Blends of mate-
rials are particularly dangerous. Dust from
light alloys can burn or explode.
f Always wait until the machine has come to
a complete stop before placing it down. The
tool insert can jam and lead to loss of control
over the power tool.
f Avoid unintentional switching on. Ensure the
On/Off switch is in the off position before in-
serting battery pack. Carrying the power tool
with your finger on the On/Off switch or insert-
ing the battery pack into power tools that have
the switch on invites accidents.
f Do not open the battery. Danger of short-
circuiting.
Protect the battery against heat, e. g.,
also against continuous sun irradia-
tion and fire. There is danger of explo-
sion.
Functional Description
Read all safety warnings and all in-
structions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may re-
sult in electric shock, fire and/or se-
rious injury.
While reading the operating instructions, unfold
the graphics page for the machine and leave it
open.
Intended Use
GSR 12 VE-2/GSR 14,4 VE-2/GSR 18 VE-2
The machine is intended for driving in and loos-
ening screws as well as for drilling in wood, met-
al, ceramic and plastic.
GSB 12 VE-2/GSB 14,4 VE-2/GSB 18 VE-2
The machine is intended for driving in and loos-
ening screws as well as for drilling in wood, met-
al, ceramic and plastic and for impact drilling in
brick, brickwork and stone.
Product Features
The numbering of the product features refers to the
illustration of the machine on the graphics page.
1 Keyless chuck
2 Torque preselection ring
3 Gear selector
4 Operating mode preselection ring
(GSB 12 VE-2/GSB 14,4 VE-2/GSB 18 VE-2)
5 Auxiliary handle(GSR 18 VE-2/GSB 18 VE-2)
6 Battery unlocking button
7 Battery*
8 Screwdriver bit*
9 Rotational direction switch
10 On/Off switch
11 Auxiliary handle clamping band
12 Universal bit holder*
13 Securing screw for keyless chuck
14 Allen Key**
15 Brush holder
16 Cover lid
*The accessories illustrated or described are not in-
cluded as standard delivery.
**Commercially available (not included in the deliv-
ery scope)
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