Bosch GOP55-36B, GOP40-30B Owner’s Manual

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Work area safety

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered

or dark areas invite accidents.

Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power

tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can

cause you to lose control.

Electrical safety

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not us e a ny adapt e r plugs wi t h earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs

and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk

of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will

increase the risk of electric shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled

cords increase the risk of electric shock.

When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use

reduces the risk of electric shock.

If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of

an GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and us e c o mmon sen se w hen ope r atin g a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention

while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

Safety Symbols

The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual

and pay attention to these symbols.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury.

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious

injury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

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Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment

such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the sw itch is in the off- posi tion be fore connecting to power source and / or battery pa ck, pic king up or carryi ng the too l.

Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a

key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better

co n trol of the powe r too l in unex p ected situations.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose

clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-

related hazards.

Power tool use and care

Do not for ce th e pow er to o l. Us e the correct power tool for your application. The

correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

Do not use the power tool if the switch does

not turn it on and off. Any power tool that

ca n n o t be control l e d with the swit c h is dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect the plug from the power source a

nd/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such

preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are

dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.

Ma n y a c c i dents are caused by po o r l y maintained power tools.

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the

power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Service

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified re p a i r pe r s o n us i n g onl y iden t i c al replacement parts. This will ensure that the

safety of the power tool is maintained.

Safety Rules for Oscillating Tools

Hold power tool by i nsulate d gri pping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidd en wiri ng or its own cord. Cutting

accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" an d could giv e the oper a t or an ele c tric shock.

Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or

against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.

Do not drill, fasten or break into existing

walls or other blind areas where electrical wi r ing ma y e xist. If t his sit u ation i s

unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit breakers feeding this worksite.

Use a metal detector to determine if there are gas or water pipes hidden in the work area or call the local utility company for assistance before beginning the operation.

Striking or cutting into a gas line will result in explosion. Water entering an electrical device may cause electrocution.

Always hold the tool firmly with both hands for maximum control. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better

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Always inspect accessories for damage (breakage, cracks) before each use. Never

use if damage is suspected. GFCI and personal protection devices like

electrician’s rubber gloves and footwear will further enhance your personal safety.

Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC power supply. While the tool may appear to

work, the electrical components of the AC rated tool are likely to fail and create a hazard to the operator.

Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery hands cannot safely

control the power tool.

Develop a periodic maintenance schedule for your tool. When cleaning a t ool be careful not to disassemble any portion of th e tool sin ce inte rnal wir es may be misplaced or pinched or safety guard return sp ring s may be impro perl y mou nted .

Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline, carb on tetra chl ori de, a mmo nia , etc. may damage plastic parts.

Risk of injury to user. The power cord must only be serviced by a Bosch Factory Service Center or Autho rized Bosch Service Station.

Some dust created by

power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to ca use ca ncer , b i r t h de fects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints,

• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and

other masonry products, and

• Arsenic and chromium fro m chemically-

treated lumber.

Yo u r risk from thes e exp o s ures v a r i es, depending on how often you do this type of work. To r educe your exposure to t hese chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Additional Safety Warnings

co n trol of the powe r too l in unex p ected situations.

Keep hands away from cutting area. Do not reach under the material being cut. The

roximity of the blade to your hand is hidden

from your sight. Do not use dull or damaged blades. Bent

blade can break easily or cause kickback.

Exercise extreme caution when handling the accessories. The accessories are very

sharp.

Wear protective gloves when changing cutting accessories. Accessories become

hot after prolonged usage.

Use thick cushioned gloves and limit the exposure t ime by t aki ng frequent re st periods. Vibration caused by the tool may be

harmful to the hands and arms.

Before scraping, check workpiece for nails. If there are nails, either remove them or set them well below intended finished surface.

Striking a nail with accessory edge could cause the tool to jump.

Do not wet sand with this tool. Liquid s entering the motor housing is an electrical shock hazard.

Never work in area which is soaked with a

li quid, suc h as a solv e nt o r w a ter, or da m pened su c h as newly app lied wallpape r. T her e i s an electri cal shock

hazard when working in such conditions with a power tool and heating of the liquid caused by scraping action may cause harmful vapors to be emitted from workpiece.

Always wear eye protection and a dust mask for dusty applications an d when sanding overhead. Sanding particles can be

absorbed by your eyes and inhaled easily and may cause health complications.

Use special precautions when sanding chemically pressure treated lumber, paint th a t m a y be lea d bas e d, o r an y ot h er materials that may contain carcinogens. A

suitable breathing respirator and protective clothing must be worn by all persons entering the work area. Work area should be sealed by plastic sheeting and persons not protected sh o uld be k ept out until wo r k a r ea i s thoroughly cleaned.

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.

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Symbols

IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them

and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

Symbol Designation / Explanation

V Volts (voltage)

A Amperes (current)

Hz Hertz (frequency, cycles per second)

W Watt (power)

kg Kilograms (weight)

min Minutes (time)

s Seconds (time)

⌀

Diameter (size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.)

No load speed (rotational speed at no load)

n Rated speed (maximum attainable speed)

.../min

Revolutions or reciprocation per minute (revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc. per minute)

0 Off position (zero speed, zero torque...)

1, 2, 3, ...

I, II, III,

Selector settings (speed, torque or position settings. Higher number means greater speed)

Infinitely variable selector with off (speed is increasing from 0 setting)

Arrow (action in the direction of arrow)

Alternating current (type or a characteristic of current)

Direct current (type or a characteristic of current)

Alternating or direct current (type or a characteristic of current)

Class II construction (designates double insulated construction tools)

Earthing terminal (grounding terminal)

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Symbols (continued)

IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them

and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the t

ool better and safer.

Symbol Designation / Explanation

Designates Li-ion battery recycling program

Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling program

Alerts user to read manual

Alerts user to wear eye protection

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.

This symbol designates that this component is recognized by Underwriters Laboratories.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.

This symbol designates that this tool complies to NOM Mexican Standards.

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Functional Description and Specifications

NOTE: For tool specifications refer to the nameplate on your tool.

Oscillating Power Tool

FIG. 1

ACCESSORY

HOLDER*

SLIDE

"ON/OFF"

SWITCH

VENTILATION

OPENINGS

VARIABLE SPEED

CONTROL DIAL

POWER

CORD

ACCESSORY

RELEASE

LEVER

K LIG

(

0 O

LY)

Disconnect the plug from t he po wer s ource before maki ng an y assembly, adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive

safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

Model number GOP40-30 GOP55-36

No load speed (n0) 8,000-20,000/min 8,000-20,000/min

Oscillating arc 3.0° 3.6°

Voltage rating 120 V 60 Hz 120 V 60 Hz

*Compatible accessory interface

Accessory

Model Number Range

GOP40-30 GOP55-36

OSL yes yes

OSP yes yes

OSM no yes

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Disconnect the plug from

the power source before making any asse mbl y, ad jus tme nts o r changing accessories. Such preventive

safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

On ly us e Bos c h

accessories rated 21000 OP M or gre a ter. Usi ng acces sor ies not

designed for this power tool may result in serious personal injury and property damage.

Fo r all work or wh e n

ch a nging access o ries al w ays wear protect ive glo ves . Suc h

preventive safety measures reduce the risk of injury from sharp edges of the accessories. Accessor ies can become very hot whi le working. Danger of burns!

INSTALLING ACCESSORIES

If necessary, remove an already-mounted accessory. (See REMOVING ACCESSORIES below)

1. Position the accessory such that its model

number wi ll face the oscil lating tool’s accessory holder (Fig. 2).

2. D ete rmine the desi red a ngle of the

accessory to the tool. Accessories can be mounted such that they are oriented with their working edge straight ahead of the tool,

or angled to the left or right to enhance usability. (Fig. 2)

3. Press the oscillating tool into the accessory holder until the holder’s clamping jaws “snaps” i nto t he a ccessor y. I t is n ot necessary to open the accessory release lever to install an accessory.

REMOVING ACCESSORIES

To remove accessory, open accessory release lever, and the accessory off will be released and ejected off of the tool.

In order to help ensure that the tool has a solid grip of the accessory, clean the accessory holder and accessories as necessary with a clean cloth.

INSTALLING AND REMOVING

SANDING SHEETS

Your backing pad uses hook-and-loop backed accessories, which firmly grip the backing pad when applied with moderate pressure.

1. Align the sanding sheet and press it onto the

sanding backing pad by hand.

2. Firmly press the power tool with the sanding

sheet against a flat surface and briefly switch the power tool on. This will promote good adhesion and helps to prevent premature wear.

3. To change, merely peel off the old sanding

sheet, remove dust from the backing pad if

Assembly

SANDING

BACKING PAD

SANDING

SHEET

PLUNGE CUT

BLADE

FIG. 2

ACCESSORY

HOLDER*

ACCESSORY

RELEASE

LEVER

* See pages 10 - 14 for compatible accessory types.

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necessary, and press the new sanding sheet in place.

After considerable service the backing pad surface will become worn, and the backing pad m

ust be replaced when it no longer offers a firm

grip. If you are experiencing premature wear

out of the backing pad facing, decrease the amount of pressure you are applying during operation of the tool.

For maximum use of abrasive, rotate pad 120 d

egrees when tip of abrasive becomes worn.

INTENDED USE

This Bosch Oscillating Tool is intended for dry sanding of surfaces, corners, edges, for scraping, for sawing soft metals, wood and

plastic components, and for grout removal using the applicable tools and accessories recommended by Bosch.

Introduction

Operating Instructions

LEARNING TO USE THE TOOL

Getting the most out of your oscillating tool is a matter of learning how to let the speed and the feel of the tool in your hands work for you.

The first step in learning to use the tool is to get the “feel” of it. Hold it in your hand and feel its weight and balance (Fig. 4). Depending on the application, you will need to adjust your hand position to achieve optimum comfort and control. The unique comfort grip on the body of the tool allows for added comfort and control during use.

When holding tool, do not cover the air vents with your hand. Blocking the air vents could cause the motor to overheat.

IMPORTANT! Practice on scrap material first to se e ho w th e t o ol’s hig h -spee d ac tion performs. Keep in mind that your tool will perform best by allowing the speed, along with the correct accessory, do the work for you. Be careful not to apply too much pressure.

Instead, lower the oscillating accessory lightly

to the work surface and allow it to touch the point at which you want to begin. Concentrate on guiding the tool over the work using very little pre ssu re from you r hand. Allow the accessory to do the work.

Usually it is better to make a series of passes with the tool rather than to do the entire job with one pass. To make a cut, for example, pass the tool back and forth over the work. Cut a little material on each pass until you reach the desired depth.

SLIDE "ON/OFF" SWITCH

The tool is switched "ON" by the slide switch located on the topside of the motor housing (Fig. 1).

TO TURN THE TOOL "ON" slide the switch button forward to the “I” .

TO TURN THE TOOL "OFF" slide the switch button backward the “0” .

ELECTRONIC FEEDBACK

Yo u r too l is equ i pped w i th an i ntern a l electronic feedback system that provides a “soft start”, which will reduce the stresses that occur from a high torque start. The system also helps to keep the preselected speed virtually constant between no-load and load conditions.

BUILT IN WORK LIGHT

(Model GOP40-30 Only)

Model GOP40-30 is equipped with an LED work light that turns on automatically when the switch is activated (Fig. 1).

FIG. 4

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The GOP40-30 and GOP55-36 are compatible with StarLock family of accessories as indicated in the following chart

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VARIABLE SPEED DIAL

This tool is equipped with a variable speed dial. The speed may be controlled during operation by presetting the dial in any one of s

ix positions (Fig. 1).

OPERATING SPEEDS

Th e Bo sch osc illa ting tool s ha ve a hig h oscill ating moti on of 8,000 - 20,000 /min (OPM). The high speed motion allows the Bosch tools to achieve with excellent results. The oscillating motion allows the dust to fall to the surface rather than slinging particles into the air.

To achieve the best results when working with different mat eri als, se t th e varia ble speed control to suit the job (see Spee d Range chart at right for guidance). To select the right speed for the accessory in use, practice with scrap material first.

NOTE: Speed is a f f e c t e d b y voltag e s changes. A reduced incoming voltage will slow the OPM of the tool, especially at the

lowest s etting. If your tool appears to be running slowly, increase the speed setting accordingly. The tool may not start at the lowest switch setting in areas where outlet voltage is less than 120 volts. Simply move the speed sett ing to a higher position to begin operation.

Th e var iable spe ed c o ntrol set tings are marked o n t h e speed control dial. T h e settings for approximate /min (OPM) are:

Speed Dial Speed Range

Setting /min (OPM)

1 8,000 2 10,400 3 12,800 4 15,200 5 17,600

6 20,000

Accessories

Accessory

Model Number Range

GOP40-30 GOP55-36

OSL YES YES

OSP YES YES

OSM NO YES

Only use Bosch accessories rated 21000 OPM or greater.

Using accessories not designed for this power tool may result in

serious personal injury and property damage.

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Accessory Material Application

S A W I N G

OSL114 O

SP114

HCS plunge cut saw b

lade for

wood

- Wooden materials

Soft plastics

Separating and deep plunge cuts; also for sawing close to edges, in corners and hard to reach areas; example: narrow plunge cut in solid wood for installing a ventilation grid.

OSL114JF OSL212JF

BIM plunge cut saw blade for hardwood

- Hardwood

- Laminated panels

Plunge cuts in laminated panels or hardwood; example: installing skylights.

OSM114

HCS plunge cut saw blade for wood

- Softwood

- Dowels

- Tenons

- Furniture components

Fast, deep separating and plunge cuts; also for sawing close to edges in corners and hard to reach areas; example: deep plunge cut in softwood for installing a ventilation grid.

OSL114F OSM114F OSP114F

BIM plunge cut saw blade for wood and metal

- Wood

- Abrasive wooden materials

- Plastics

- Hardened nails and screws

- Non-ferrous metal pipes

Fast, deep plunge cuts in wood, abrasive wooden materials and plastics; example: fast cutting of non-ferrous metal pipes and profiles with smaller dimensions, easy cutting of non-hardened nails, screws and steel profiles with smaller dimensions.

OSL312F OSL400F

BIM segment saw blade for wood and metal

- Wooden materials

- Plastic

- Non-ferrous metals

Separating and plunge cuts; also for sawing close to edges, in corners and hard to reach areas; example: shortening already installed bottom rails or door hinges, plunge cuts for adjusting floor panels.

OSL034F OSL038F

BIM plunge cut saw blade for wood and metal

- Softwood

- Soft plastics

- Drywall

- Thin-walled aluminum and non-ferrous metal profiles

- Thin sheet metals

- Non-hardened nails and screws

Smaller separating and plunge cuts; example: cutting an opening for sockets, flush cutting a copper pipe, plunge cuts in drywall. Filigree adjustment work in wood; example: sawing openings for locks and fittings.

OSP212F

BIM plunge cut saw blade for wood and metal

- Softwood

- Hardwood

- Veneered panels

- Plastic-laminated panels

- Non-hardened nails and screws

Plunge cuts in laminated panels or hardwood; example: shortening door frames, cutting openings for a shelf.

HCS - High Carbon Steel; BIM - Bi-Metal; CG - Carbide Grit.

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Accessory Material Application

OSL212F OSM200F

BIM plunge cut saw blade for wood and metal

- Softwood, Hardwood

- Veneered panels

- Plastic-laminated panels

- Non-hardened nails and screws

Fast, deep plunge cuts in wood and metal; example: quick cutting of wood containing nails, deep plunge cuts in laminated panels and precise shortening of door frames.

OSL034C OSL114C OSL134C

Carbide plunge cut saw blade for metal

- Metal

- Extremely abrasive materials

- Fiberglass

- Drywall

- Cement-bonded fiber boards

Plunge cuts in extremely abrasive materials or metal; example: cutting kitchen front covers, easy cutting through hardened screws, nails and stainless steel.

OSM114C OSP114C OSP134C

Carbide plunge cut saw blade for metal

- Stainless steel (Inox)

- Screws and nails

- Epoxy resin

- Glass fiber reinforced plastics

- Fiberglass

- Drywall

- Porous concrete

Fast, deep plunge cuts in extremely abrasive materials or metal; example: fast cutting of kitchen front covers, easy cutting through hardened screws, nails and stainless steel.

O T H E R C U T T I N G

OSL138K

HCS multi blade

- Roofing felt

- Carpets

- Artificial turf

- Cardboard

- PVC flooring

Fast, precise cutting of soft material and flexible abrasive materials; example: cutting carpets, cardboard, PVC flooring, roofing felt, etc.

OSL200RS

Rigid scraper

- Carpets

- Mortar

- Concrete

- Tile adhesive

Scraping on hard surfaces; example: removing mortar, tile adhesive, concrete and carpet adhesive residues.

OSL200FS

Flexible scraper

- Carpet adhesive

- Paint residues

- Silicone

Flexible scraping on soft surfaces; example: removing silicone joints, carpet adhesive and paint residues.

OSL400K OSM212K

BIM serrated segment saw blade

- Insulation material

- Insulation panels

- Floor panels

- Sound-dampening floor panels

- Cardboard

- Carpets

- Rubber

- Leather

Precise cutting of soft materials; example: cutting insulation panels to size, flush cutting protruding insulation material to length.

HCS - High Carbon Steel; BIM - Bi-Metal; CG - Carbide Grit.

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Accessory Material Application

OSL214K OSM114K OSM314K

HCS universal joint cutter

- Expansion joints

- Putty

- Insulation materials (rock wool)

Cutting and separating soft materials; example: cutting silicone expansion joints or putty.

OSL114CG

CG plunge cut saw blade

- Fiberglass

- Mortar

- Wood

Plunge cuts in extremely abrasive materials; example: routing thin mosaic tiles.

G R I N D I N G

OSL312DG OSM212DG

DiamondGrit segment saw blade

- Cement joints

- Soft wall tiles

- Epoxy resin

- Glass fiber reinforced plastics

Precise routing and cutting of tile/joint material, epoxy resins and glass fiber reinforced plastics; example: making smaller cutouts in soft wall tiles and routing openings in glass fiber reinforced plastic.

OSL300CR

CG delta plate

- Mortar

- Concrete residues

- Wood

- Abrasive materials

Rasping and sanding on hard surfaces; example: removing mortar or tile adhesive (e.g. when replacing damaged tiles), removing carpet adhesive residues.

OSL234HG

CG grout and mortar remover

- Mortar

- Joints

- Epoxy resin

- Glass fiber reinforced plastics

- Abrasive materials

Routing and cutting joint and tile material and rasping and sanding on hard surfaces; example: removing tile adhesive and grout.

OSL212CG OSL312LG OSM212CG OSM212LG

CG segment saw blade

- Cement joints

- Soft wall tiles

- Glass fiber reinforced plastics

- Porous concrete

Cutting and separating close to edges, in corners or hard to reach areas; example: removing grouting joints between wall tiles for repair work, cutting openings in tiles, drywall or plastic.

HCS - High Carbon Steel; BIM - Bi-Metal; CG - Carbide Grit.

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Accessory Material Application

A N D I N G

OSL200CR

CG sanding finger

- Wood

- Paint

Sanding wood or paint in hard to reach areas without sanding paper; example: sanding off paint between shutter louvers, sanding wooden floors in corners.

OSL350SD

Sanding backing pad, series Delta 3.5”

- Depends on sanding sheet

Sanding surfaces close to edges, in corners or hard to reach areas; depending on the sanding sheet for, e.g., sanding wood, paint, varnish, stone. Fleeces for cleaning and for texturing wood, removing rust from metal and for keying varnishes, polishing felt for prepolishing.

HCS - High Carbon Steel; BIM - Bi-Metal; CG - Carbide Grit.

Material Application Grit Size

All wooden materials (e.g., hardwood, softwood, chipboard, building board) Metal materials–

Metal materials, fiberglass

and plastics

Paint, varnish, filling compound and filler

Selecting Sanding/Grinding Sheets

For coarse-sanding, e.g. of rough, unplanned beams and boards

For face sanding and planing small irregularities

For finish and fine sanding of wood

For sanding off paint

For sanding primer (e.g., for removing brush dashes, drops of paint and paint run)

For final sanding of primers before coating

Coarse

Medium

Fine

Coarse

Medium

Fine

40/60

80/120

180/240

40/60

80/120

180/240

Sand Paper (Red)

Sand Paper (White)

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For all accessories, work with the accessory away

from the body. Never position hand near or

directly in front of working area. Always hold the tool with both hands and wear protective gloves.

Below are some typical uses for your Bosch oscillating tool.

Flush Cutting

Remove excess wood from door jamb, window sill and/or toekick. Removing excess copper or PVC pipe.

Removal work

e.g. carpets & backing, old tile adhesives, ca u lking on ma sonry, wo od a nd o ther surfaces.

Removal of excess materials

e.g. plaster, mortar splatters, concrete on tiles, sills.

Preparation of surfaces

e.g. for new floors and tiles.

Detail sanding

e.g. fo r s and ing in extremely tight areas otherwise difficult to reach and require hand sanding

CUTTING

Saw blades are ideal for making precise cuts in tight areas, close to edges or flush to a surface.

Select a medium to high speed for making initial plunge, start off at medium speed for increased control. After making your initial cut, you can increase speed for faster cutting ability.

Fl u sh c uttin g bla d es a re intended to make precise cuts to allow for installation of flooring or

wall material. When flush cutting it is important not to force the tool during the plunge cut. If you experience a strong vibration in yo ur h and duri ng the plun g e c ut, this indicate s that you are applying too m uch pressure. Back the tool out and let the speed of the tool do the work. While keeping the teeth of the blade in the work surface, move the back of the tool in a slow sideways motion. This motion will help expedite the cut.

When making a flush cut it is always a good idea to have a piece of scrap material (tile or

wood) supporting the blade. If you need to rest the flush cutting blade on a delicate surface, you should protect the surface with cardboard or masking tape.

The segment saw blade is ideal for making precise cuts in wood, plaster, drywall material.

Ap plic ation s i nclu d e c utti ng o peni ngs in fl o oring for ventin g , rep a iring damag e d flooring, cutting openings for electrical boxes. The blade works best on softer woods such as pine. For harder woods, the blade life will be limited.

Select a medium to high speed.

GROUT REMOVAL

Grout removal blades are ideal fo r re m oving dama g ed o r cracked grout. Grout blades

come in different widths (1/16" and 1/8") to tackle different grout line widths. Before selecting a grout blade measure the grout line width to pick the appropriate blade.

Select a medium to high speed.

To remove the grout, use a back and forth motion, making several passes along the grout line. The hardness of the grout will dictate how many passes are needed. Try and keep the grout blade aligned with the grout line and be careful not to apply too much side pressure on the grout blade during the process. To control plunge depth use the carbide grit line on the blade as an indicator. Be careful not to plunge beyond the carbide grit line to avoid damage to the backer board material.

The grout blades can handle both sanded and un sande d gr out. If you notic e t h e b l ade clogging during the grout removal process, you can use a brass brush to clean the grit, thus exposing the grit again.

The grout blade geometry is designed so that the bl ade c an remove al l gro ut up to the su rfac e o f a wa ll o r c orne r. T his can be accomplished by ensuring that the segmented portion of the blade is facing the wall or corner.

SCRAPING

Scrapers are suitable for removing old coats of va r nish or a dhesi v es, r emovi n g bo n ded carpetin g, e.g. on stairs/ste ps and other small/medium size surfaces.

Select low to medium speed.

Common Applications

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Rigid scrapers are for large area removal, and harder materials such as vinyl flooring, carpeting an d t ile adhe s ives. Wh e n

removing strong, tacky adhesives, grease the

scraper blade surface with (petroleum jelly or silicone grease) to reduce gumming up.

The carpet/vinyl flooring removes easier if it is scored prior to removal so the scraper blade can move underneath the flooring material.

Flexible scrapers are used for hard to reach areas and softer material such as caulk.

Mount the scraper blade with the logo side facing up. With the flexible scraper, make sure that the screw head does not make contact with surface during the scraping process (a 30

- 45 degree pitch is recommend). This can be accomplished by making sure that the tool is at an angle to the blade. You should be able to see the blade flex during the scraping process.

If you are removing caulk from a delicate surface such as a bath tub or tile back splash, we reco m mend tap i ng o r prot ecting the surface that the blade will rest on. Use rubbing alcohol to clean the surface after the caulk and/or adhesive is removed.

Turn the tool on and place desired accessory on the area where material is to be removed.

Begin wi th light pressure. The oscillating mo t ion of accesso ry on ly occurs when pressure i s applied t o the ma ter ial to be removed.

Excessive pressure can gouge or damage the background surfaces (e.g,. wood, plaster).

SANDING

Sanding accessories are suitable

for dry sanding of wood, metal, surfaces, corners and edges and

hard to reach areas.

Work with the complete surface of the sanding pad, not only with the tip.

Corners may be finished using the tip or edge of t he selecte d a ccessor y, whi ch shou ld occasionally be rotated during use to distribute the wear on the accessory and backing pad surface.

Sand with a continuous mot ion and lig ht pressure. DO NOT apply excessive pressure let the tool do the work. Excessive pressure will result in poor handling, vibration, and unwanted sanding marks and premature wear on the sanding sheet.

Always be certain that smaller workpieces are securely fastened to a bench or other support. Larger panels may be held in place by hand on a bench or sawhorses.

Open-coat aluminum oxide sanding sheets are recommended for most wood or metal sanding applications, as this synthetic material cuts quickly and wears well. Some applications, such as metal finishing or cleaning, require special abrasive pads which are available from your dealer. For best results, use Bosch sanding accessories which are of superior quality and are carefully selected to produce professional quality results with your oscillating tool.

The following suggestions may be used as a general guide for abrasive selection, but the best results will be obtained by sanding a test sample of the workpiece first.

Grit Application

Coarse For rough wood or metal sanding, and rust or old finish removal.

Medium For general wood or metal sanding

Fine For final finishing of wood, metal, plaster and other surfaces.

With the workpiece firmly secured, turn tool on as described above. Contact the work with the tool after the tool has reached its full speed, and remove it from the work before switching the tool off. Operating your oscillating tool in this manner will prolong switch and motor life, and greatly increase the quality of your work.

Move the oscillating tool in long steady strokes parallel to the grain using some lateral motion to overlap the strokes by as much as 75%. DO NOT apply excessive pressure - let the tool do the work. Excessive pressure will result in poor handling, vibration, and unwanted sanding marks.

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FIG. 5

CORRECT: Sand with a smooth back and forth motion, allowing the weight of the tool to do the work.

INCORRECT: Avoid sanding with only the tip of the pad. Keep as much sand paper in touch with the work surface as possible.

CORRECT: Always sand with the pad and sandpaer flat against the work surface. Work smoothly in a back and forth motion.

INCORRECT: Avoid tipping the pad. Always sand flat.

CORRECT: Always cut with a smooth back and forth motion. Never force the blade. Apply light pressure to guide the tool.

INCORRECT: Do not twist the tool while cutting.This can cause the blade to bind.

CORRECT: Make sure flexible scraper blade flexes enough

INCORRECT: Avoid screw head touching surface with flexible scraper blade.

SANDING TECHNIQUES

CUTTING TECHNIQUES

SCRAPING TECHNIQUES

FIG. 6

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