Maintenance and Service

Slide the die holder 6 carefully over the punch and into the housing 3. Re-tighten the winged screw 2. The winged screw must engage one of the holes in the die holder 6.

NOTE: The punch cannot be reground.

Replacing the Die

Unscrew the knurled nut 9 together with the rubber ring 8 out of the die holder 6 and remove the die 7. Remove any rust material or cutting particles that may have collected in the die holder 6.

Insert a new die 7 paying attention to the align- ment of the flat surface on the side. Firmly tighten the knurled nut 9 against the resistance of the rubber ring 8.

NOTE: The die cannot be reground.

Punch and Die Lubrication

Proper lubrication is essential to prolong punch and die life, and is achieved by occasionally fully submersing the punch and die in a small container of the proper lubricant.

To further ensure a smooth cut and long punch life, always lubricate the cutting path with cut- ting oil. When cutting steel or stainless steel, lubricate path of cut before starting work. When cutting aluminum, lubricate path of cut while making the cut. Since the punch cuts on the downstroke, the upper side of the cut should be lubricated.

When cutting steel, use a cutting oil or an SAE 30 weight oil.

When cutting aluminum, a mixture of 7 parts kerosene and 3 parts turpentine should be used.

Should punch jam, immediately switch off nibbler, re-lubricate punch and die, and remove tension from sheet.

WARNING! The use of any accessory or attachment other than recommended in this instruction manual or the BOSCH Catalog may present a risk of personal injury.

mend that all tool service be performed at a Bosch Factory Service Center.

Tool Lubrication

Your Bosch tool has been properly lubricated and is ready for use. We recommend, that tools with gears be regreased with a special gear lubricant every time the brushes are changed.

Carbon Brushes

The brushes and commutator in your Bosch tool have been engineered for many hours of dependable service. To maintain peak effi- ciency of the motor, we recommend that every two to six months the brushes be examined. Only genuine Bosch replacement brushes spe- cially designed for your tool should be used.

Bearings

After about 300-400 hours of operation, or at every second brush change, the bearings should be replaced at a Bosch Factory Service Center. Bearings which become noisy (due to heavy load or very abrasive material cutting) should be replaced at once to avoid overheating and motor failure.

Cleaning

WARNING! To avoid accidents, always disconnect the tool from the power supply before cleaning or performing any maintenance. The tool may be cleaned most effectively with compressed air. Always wear safety goggles when cleaning tools with compressed air.

Ventilation openings and switch levers must be kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do not attempt to clean by inserting pointed objects through openings.

CAUTION! Certain cleaning agents and solvents damage plastic parts. Some of these are: gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and household detergents that contain ammonia.

WARNING! Preventive maintenance per- formed by unauthorized personnel may result in misplacing of internal wires and components which could cause serious hazard. We recom-

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1529B specifications

Bosch Power Tools has a longstanding reputation for delivering high-quality, reliable tools to professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike. Among its impressive lineup is the Bosch Power Tools 1529B, a versatile and powerful tool designed to meet a variety of needs in the woodworking and construction sectors.

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