Declaration Of Conformity; Dust/Chip Extraction - Bosch GSS 230 AVE Originalbetriebsanleitung

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The vibration level given in this information sheet has been
measured in accordance with a standardised test given in
EN 60745 and may be used to compare one tool with anoth-
er. It may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure.
The declared vibration emission level represents the main ap-
plications of the tool. However if the tool is used for different
applications, with different accessories or insertion tools or is
poorly maintained, the vibration emission may differ. This
may significantly increase the exposure level over the total
working period.
An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration should also
take into account the times when the tool is switched off or
when it is running but not actually doing the job. This may sig-
nificantly reduce the exposure level over the total working
period.
Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator
from the effects of vibration such as: maintain the tool and the
accessories, keep the hands warm, organisation of work pat-
terns.

Declaration of Conformity

We declare under our sole responsibility that the product de-
scribed under "Technical Data" is in conformity with the fol-
lowing standards or standardization documents: EN 60745
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
Henk Becker Helmut Heinzelmann
Executive Vice President Head of Product Certification
Engineering PT/ETM9
Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division
D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen
01.10.2013
Assembly
 Before any work on the machine itself, pull the mains
plug.

Dust/Chip Extraction

 Dusts from materials such as lead-containing coatings,
some wood types, minerals and metal can be harmful to
one's health. Touching or breathing-in the dusts can cause
allergic reactions and/or lead to respiratory infections of
the user or bystanders.
Certain dusts, such as oak or beech dust, are considered
as carcinogenic, especially in connection with wood-treat-
ment additives (chromate, wood preservative). Materials
containing asbestos may only be worked by specialists.
– As far as possible, use a dust extraction system suita-
ble for the material.
– Provide for good ventilation of the working place.
– It is recommended to wear a P2 filter-class respirator.
2 609 932 911 | (3.12.13)
Observe the relevant regulations in your country for the
materials to be worked.
 Prevent dust accumulation at the workplace. Dusts can
easily ignite.
Integrated Dust Extraction with Dust Box
(see figures I –M)
Mount the dust box 7 onto the extraction outlet 22. Turn the
dust box in such a manner that its recesses face against the
tips on the extraction outlet and the dust box can be felt to en-
gage.
The filling level of the dust box 7 can easily be checked
through the transparent container.
To empty the dust box 7, pull it off toward the rear with a slight
twisting motion.
Screw the filter element 6 on and pull it out of the dust box 7.
Empty the dust box.
To loosen the dust, gently strike or tap the filter element 6
against a firm surface. Clean the lamellas of the filter element
6 with a soft brush.
Note: To ensure optimum dust extraction, empty the dust box
7 in good time and clean the filter element 6 at regular inter-
vals.
When working vertical surfaces, hold the power tool in such a
manner that the dust box 7 faces downward.
External Dust Extraction (see figure N)
Mount a vacuum hose 23 onto the extraction outlet 22. Mount
the vacuum hose onto the extraction outlet (as shown in the
figure) in such a manner that the lateral openings on the ex-
traction outlet remain free. This prevents the power tool from
adhering to the workpiece during sanding and the surface
quality of the workpiece from being impaired.
Connect the vacuum hose 23 to a vacuum cleaner (accesso-
ry). An overview for connecting to various vacuum cleaners
can be found at the end of this manual.
The vacuum cleaner must be suitable for the material being
worked.
When vacuuming dry dust that is especially detrimental to
health or carcinogenic, use a special vacuum cleaner.
When working vertical surfaces, hold the power tool in such a
manner that the vacuum hose faces downward.
Replacing the Sanding Sheet
When attaching a new sanding sheet, remove any dust or de-
bris from the sanding plate 10 (e. g. with a brush).
To ensure optimum dust extraction, pay attention that the
punched holes in the sanding sheet match with the holes in
the sanding plate.
Sanding Sheets with Velcro Backing (see figure E)
The sanding plate 10 is fitted with Velcro backing for quick
and easy fastening of sanding sheets with Velcro adhesion.
Before attaching the sanding sheet 14, free the Velcro back-
ing of the sanding plate 10 from any debris by tapping against
it in order to enable optimum adhesion.
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