Starting operation

Before starting work, always check that the portable residual current device (PRCD) (16) is functioning correctly:

  • Press the TEST button on the residual current device (PRCD). The red indicator light will switch off.
  • Press the RESET button. It must now be possible to switch the power tool on.

If the red indicator light does not switch off when you press the TEST button or it switches off repeatedly when the power tool is switched on, you must have the power tool checked by an authorised Bosch after-sales service centre.

  • The power tool must not be used if the portable residual current device (PRCD‌) is defective.

Press the RESET button on the portable residual current device (PRCD) (16).

Wet drilling: Set the water cutoff valve (10) to flow.

To switch on the power tool, press the on/off switch (1) and keep it pressed.

To lock the on/off switch down, press the lock-on button (2) as well.

Release the on/off switch (1). If the on/off switch is locked, press the switch first and then release it.

Wet drilling: Close the water cutoff valve (10). Once work is complete, disconnect the valve adapter (11) from the water supply line. Open the water cutoff valve (10) and drain off the residual water.

The electronics of the power tool make the motor start softly, therefore preventing the starting current from being too high.

The restart protection feature prevents the power tool from uncontrolled starting after the power supply to it has been interrupted.

To restart the tool, press the RESET button on the portable residual current device (PRCD) (16). Set the on/off switch (1) to the off position and then switch the power tool on again.

Two speeds can be preselected using the gear selector switch (5).

The gears are recommended for the following drilling diameters:

  • First gear: 80–180 mm
  • Second gear: 25–60 mm