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after an impact duration of 6–10 seconds. After this dura-
tion, the tightening torque is increased only minimally.
The impact duration is to be determined for each required
tightening torque. The actually achieved tightening torque is
always to be checked with a torque wrench.
Screw Applications with Hard, Spring-loaded or Soft Seat
A test in which the achieved torques in an impact series are
measured and transferred to a diagram will produce the curve
of a torque characteristic. The height of the curve corre-
sponds with the maximum reachable torque, and the steep-
ness indicates the duration in which this is achieved.
A torque gradient depends on the following factors:
– Strength properties of the screws/nuts
– Type of backing (washer, disc spring, seal)
– Strength properties of the material being screwed/bolted
together
– Lubrication conditions at the screw/bolt connection
Reference Values for Maximum Screw/Bolt Tightening Torques
Calculated from the tensional cross-section; utilization of the yield point 90 % (with friction coefficient μ
measure, always check the tightening torque with a torque wrench.
Property Classes accord- Standard Screws/Bolts
ing to DIN 267
3.6
M 6 2.71
M 8 6.57
M 10
M 12 22.6
M 14
M 16
Tips
Before screwing larger, longer screws into hard materials, it is
advisable to predrill a pilot hole with the core diameter of the
2
thread to approx. / of the screw length.
3
Note: Pay attention that no metal particles enter the power
tool.
Belt Clip (see figure E)
With the belt clip 17, the machine can be hung onto a belt. The
user has both hands free and the machine is always at hand.
Colour clip (see figure F)
You can use the colour clip 18 to individually label the power
tool.
Recommendations for Optimal Handling of the Battery
Protect the battery against moisture and water.
Store the battery only within a temperature range between
–20 °C and 50 °C. As an example, do not leave the battery in
the car in summer.
Occasionally clean the venting slots of the battery using a soft,
clean and dry brush.
A significantly reduced working period after charging indi-
cates that the battery is used and must be replaced.
Observe the notes for disposal.
1 609 92A 29D | (20.7.16)
The following application cases result accordingly:
– A hard seat is given for metal-to-metal screw applications
– A spring-loaded seat is given for metal-to-metal screw ap-
– A soft seat is given for screw applications, e. g., metal on
For a spring-loaded seat as well as for a soft seat, the maxi-
mum tightening torque is lower than for a hard seat. Also, a
clearly longer impact duration is required.
4.6 5.6 4.8
3.61 4.52 4.8
8.7 11 11.6
13 17.5 22 23
30 37.6 40
36 48 60 65
55 73 92 98
Maintenance and Service
Maintenance and Cleaning
 Before any work on the machine itself (e. g. mainte-
 For safe and proper working, always keep the machine
After-sales Service and Application Service
Our after-sales service responds to your questions concern-
ing maintenance and repair of your product as well as spare
parts. Exploded views and information on spare parts can al-
so be found under:
www.bosch-pt.com
Bosch's application service team will gladly answer questions
concerning our products and their accessories.
In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always
include the 10-digit article number given on the nameplate of
the product.
with the use of washers. After a relatively short impact du-
ration, the maximum torque is reached (steep characteris-
tic curve). Unnecessary long impact duration only causes
damage to the machine.
plications, however with the use of spring washers, disc
springs, studs or screws/nuts with conical seat as well as
when using extensions.
wood or when using lead washers or fibre washers as back-
ing.
6.6 5.8 6.8 6.9
5.42 6.02 7.22 8.13
13.1 14.6 17.5 19.7
26 29 35 39
45 50 60 67
72 79 95 107
110 122 147 165
nance, tool change, etc.) as well as during transport
and storage, remove the battery from the power tool.
There is danger of injury when unintentionally actuating
the On/Off switch.
and ventilation slots clean.
= 0.12). As a control
total
High-strength Bolts
8.8 10.9 12.9
9.7 13.6 16.2
23 33 39
47 65 78
80 113 135
130 180 215
196 275 330
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