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English

Safety Notes

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

Read all safety warnings and all in-

structions. 

Failure to follow the warnings 

and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or seri-

ous 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.

Work area safety

f

Keep work area clean and well lit. 

Cluttered or dark areas 

invite accidents.

f

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.

f

Keep children and bystanders away while operating a 

power tool. 

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical safety

f

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify 

the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with 

earthed (grounded) power tools. 

Unmodified plugs and 

matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

f

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.

f

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. 

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric 

shock.

f

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 and moving parts. 

Damaged 

or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

f

When operating a power tool outdoors, use an exten-

sion cord suitable for outdoor use. 

Use of a cord suitable 

for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

f

If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoid-

able, use a residual current device (RCD) protected 

supply. 

Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

f

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common 

sense when operating 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 op-

erating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

f

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 inju-

ries.

f

Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in 

the off-position before connecting to power source 

and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. 

Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or en-

ergising power tools that have the switch on invites acci-

dents.

f

Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning 

the power tool on. 

A wrench or a key left attached to a ro-

tating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

f

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at 

all times. 

This enables better control of the power tool in 

unexpected situations.

f

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewel-

lery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from 

moving parts. 

Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be 

caught in moving parts.

f

If devices are provided for the connection of dust ex-

traction and collection facilities, ensure these are con-

nected and properly used. 

Use of dust collection can re-

duce dust-related hazards.

Power tool use and care

f

Do not force the power tool. Use 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.

f

Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it 

on and off. 

Any power tool that cannot be controlled with 

the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

f

Disconnect the plug from the power source and/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.

f

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.

f

Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or bind-

ing 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. 

Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power 

tools.

WARNING

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f

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. 

Properly maintained 

cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind 

and are easier to control.

f

Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in ac-

cordance 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

f

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair per-

son using only identical replacement parts. 

This will en-

sure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Hammer Safety Warnings

f

Wear ear protectors. 

Exposure to noise can cause hear-

ing loss.

f

Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the tool. 

Loss 

of control can cause personal injury.

f

Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when 

performing an operation where the cutting accessory 

may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. 

Cutting ac-

cessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal 

parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an 

electric shock.

f

Use suitable detectors to determine if utility lines are 

hidden in the work area or call the local utility company 

for assistance. 

Contact with electric lines can lead to fire 

and electric shock. Damaging a gas line can lead to explo-

sion. Penetrating a water line causes property damage or 

may cause an electric shock.

f

When working with the machine, always hold it firmly 

with both hands and provide for a secure stance. 

The 

power tool is guided more secure with both hands.

f

Secure the workpiece. 

A workpiece clamped with clamp-

ing devices or in a vice is held more secure than by hand.

f

Always wait until the machine has come to a complete 

stop before placing it down. 

The tool insert can jam and 

lead to loss of control over the power tool.

Products sold in GB only

: Your product is fitted with a 

BS 1363/A approved electric plug with internal fuse (ASTA 

approved to BS 1362).

If the plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be 

cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place by an author-

ised customer service agent. The replacement plug should 

have the same fuse rating as the original plug.

The severed plug must be disposed of to avoid a possible 

shock hazard and should never be inserted into a mains sock-

et elsewhere.

Products sold in AUS and NZ only

: Use a residual current de-

vice (RCD) with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less.

Product Description and 

Specifications

Read all safety warnings and all instruc-

tions. 

Failure to follow the warnings and in-

structions may result in electric shock, fire 

and/or serious injury.

While reading the operating instructions, unfold the graphics 

page for the machine and leave it open.

Intended Use

The machine is intended for hammer drilling in concrete, 

brick and stone as well as for chiselling.

Product Features

The numbering of the product features refers to the illustra-

tion of the machine on the graphics page.

1

Dust protection cap

2

Locking sleeve

3

Mode selector switch

4

Vibration damper

5

On/Off switch

6

Handle (insulated gripping surface)

7

Thumbwheel for speed preselection/impact frequency 

preselection

8

Service indicator

9

Stand-by indicator

10

Auxiliary handle (insulated gripping surface)

Accessories shown or described are not part of the standard deliv-

ery scope of the product. A complete overview of accessories can 

be found in our accessories program.

Technical Data

Rotary Hammer

GBH 5-40 DCE

Professional

Article number

3 611 B64 0..

Rated power input

W

1150

Speed

min

-1

170 – 340

Impact rate

– Drilling  mode

– Chiselling  mode

min

-1

min

-1

1500 –2900

1500 –3050

Impact energy per stroke 

according to EPTA-Procedure 

05/2009

J

8.8

Chisel positions

12

Tool holder

SDS-max

Lubrication

Central permanent

lubrication

The values given are valid for a nominal voltage [U] of 230 V. For differ-

ent voltages and models for specific countries, these values can vary.

Please observe the article number on the type plate of your machine. 

The trade names of the individual machines may vary.

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Noise/Vibration Information

Measured sound values determined according to EN 60745.

Typically the A-weighted noise levels of the product are: 

Sound pressure level 93 dB(A); Sound power level 

104 dB(A). Uncertainty K =3 dB.

Wear hearing protection!

Vibration total values (triax vector sum) determined accord-

ing to EN 60745:

Hammer drilling into concrete: Vibration emission value 

a

h

=10 m/s

2

, Uncertainty K=1.5 m/s

2

,

Chiselling: Vibration emission value a

h

=8 m/s

2

, Uncertainty 

K=1.5 m/s

2

.

The vibration emission 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 

another. It may be used for a preliminary assessment of expo-

sure.

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 poorly maintained, 

the vibration emission may differ. This may significantly in-

crease 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 pe-

riod.

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 2004/108/EC, 

2006/42/EC.

Technical file at:

Robert Bosch GmbH, PT/ESC, 

D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen

Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division 

D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen 

Leinfelden, 23.04.2010

Assembly

f

Before any work on the machine itself, pull the mains 

plug.

Auxiliary Handle

f

Operate your machine only with the auxiliary handle 

10.

The auxiliary handle 

10

 can be set to any position for a secure 

and low-fatigue working posture.

– Turn the bottom part of the auxiliary handle 

10

 in counter-

clockwise direction and swivel the auxiliary handle 

10

 to 

the desired position. Then retighten the bottom part of the 

auxiliary handle 

10

 by turning in clockwise direction.

Changing the Tool

With the SDS-max tool holder, simpler and easier tool chang-

ing is possible without additional aids.

The dust protection cap 

1

 largely prevents the entry of drilling 

dust into the tool holder during operation. When inserting the 

tool, take care that the dust protection cap 

1

 is not damaged.

f

A damaged dust protection cap should be changed im-

mediately. We recommend having this carried out by 

an after-sales service.

Inserting (see figure A)

– Clean and lightly grease the shank end of the tool.

The red symbols (open lock and bars) on the locking sleeve 

2 

indicate that the tool holder is open.

– Insert the tool into the tool holder with a turning motion un-

til it is automatically locked. The locking sleeve automati-

cally snaps toward the front and the red ring is no longer 

visible. This indicates that the tool holder is locked.

Removing (see figure B)

– Pull the locking sleeve 

2 

back until it engages. The red sym-

bols on the locking sleeve can now be seen again. The lock-

ing sleeve remains in this position and the tool can be re-

moved without having to hold the locking sleeve.

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-treatment 

Max. drilling dia.

– Concrete (with twist drill)

– Concrete (with break-through 

drill bit)

– Brickwork (with core bit)

mm

mm

mm

40

55

90

Weight according to 

EPTA-Procedure 01/2003

kg

6.8

Protection class

/

II

Rotary Hammer

GBH 5-40 DCE

Professional

The values given are valid for a nominal voltage [U] of 230 V. For differ-

ent voltages and models for specific countries, these values can vary.

Please observe the article number on the type plate of your machine. 

The trade names of the individual machines may vary.

Dr. Egbert Schneider

Senior Vice President

Engineering

Dr. Eckerhard Strötgen

Head of Product

Certification

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additives (chromate, wood preservative). Materials contain-

ing asbestos may only be worked by specialists.

– Provide for good ventilation of the working place.

– It is recommended to wear a P2 filter-class respirator.

Observe the relevant regulations in your country for the mate-

rials to be worked.

Operation

Starting Operation

f

Observe correct mains voltage! The voltage of the pow-

er source must agree with the voltage specified on the 

nameplate of the machine. Power tools marked with 

230 V can also be operated with 220 V.

Setting the Operating Mode

The operating mode of the power tool is selected with the 

mode selector switch 

3

.

Note: 

Change the operating mode only when the machine is 

switched off! Otherwise, the machine can be damaged.

– Turn the mode selector switch 

3

 to the requested position.

In the “

chiselling

” position, the impact rate preselected with 

the thumbwheel 

7

 is automatically increased when switching 

on; this causes the power tool to operate with increased ca-

pacity when chiselling.

Switching On/Off in Drilling Mode

– To 

start

 the machine, press the On/Off switch 

5

 and keep 

it pressed.

– To switch off the machine, 

release

 the On/Off switch 

5

.

Switching On/Off in Chiselling Mode

– To 

start

 the machine, press the On/Off switch 

5

 at the top 

(

I

) until it locks.

– To  switch 

off

 the machine, press the On/Off switch 

5

 at the 

bottom (

0

) and release it.

For low temperatures, the power tool reaches the full ham-

mer/impact capacity only after a certain time.

Setting the Speed/Impact Rate

The electronic control enables stepless speed and impact 

preselection in accordance with the material to be worked.

The constant electronic control keeps the preselected speed 

and impact rate nearly constant between no-load and load 

conditions.

When plugging the plug into the socket outlet or after a power 

failure, the constant electronic control automatically sets the 

highest speed and impact rate. This ensures working at opti-

mum performance despite too low preadjustment of the 

thumbwheel 

7

.

– Select the impact rate with the thumbwheel 

7

 according to 

the material.

The data in the following table are recommended values.

Safety Clutch

f

If the tool insert becomes caught or jammed, the drive 

to the drill spindle is interrupted. Because of the forces 

that occur, always hold the power tool firmly with both 

hands and provide for a secure stance.

f

If the power tool jams, switch the machine off and loos-

en the tool insert. When switching the machine on with 

the drilling tool jammed, high reaction torques can oc-

cur.

Changing the Chiselling Position (Vario-Lock)

The chisel can be locked in 12 positions. In this manner, the 

optimum working position can be set for each application.

– Insert the chisel into the tool holder.

– Turn the mode selector switch 

3

 to the “Vario-Lock” posi-

tion (see “Setting the Operating Mode”, page 14).

– Turn the tool holder to the desired chiselling position.

– Turn the mode selector switch 

3

 to the “chiselling” posi-

tion. The tool holder is now locked.

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The mode selector switch 3 must always be locked in 

the “Chiselling” position when chiselling.

Position for 

hammer drilling

When the drilling tool does not immediately 

rotate upon switching on, allow the machine 

to run slowly until the drilling tool rotates.

Vario-Lock

 position for adjustment of the 

chiselling position

Position for 

chiselling

Application

Thumbwheel 

Position

Working roughcast/light building materials

Removing tiles

Working brick

Working concrete

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Working Advice

f

Before any work on the machine itself, pull the mains 

plug.

Vibration Damper

The integrated vibration damper reduces occurring vibra-

tions.

The soft grip handle increases the safety against slipping off 

and thus provides for a better grip and handling of the power 

tool.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning

f

Before any work on the machine itself, pull the mains 

plug.

f

For safe and proper working, always keep the machine 

and ventilation slots clean.

f

A damaged dust protection cap should be changed im-

mediately. We recommend having this carried out by 

an after-sales service.

Service Indicator 8

When the carbon brushes are worn out, the machine switches 

itself off. This is indicated approx. 8 hours beforehand by the 

lighting or blinking of the service indicator 

8

. The machine 

must then be sent to an after-sales service agent. Addresses 

are listed in the Section “After-sales Service and Customer 

Assistance”.

Stand-by Indicator 9

When the mains plug is plugged in and mains voltage is given, 

the stand-by indicator 

9

 must be lit. When the machine can-

not be switched on despite lit stand-by indicator 

9

, it must be 

sent to an after-sales service agent; for addresses, see sec-

tion “After-sales Service and Customer Assistance”, page 15.

If the machine should fail despite the care taken in manufac-

turing and testing procedures, repair should be carried out by 

an after-sales service centre for Bosch power tools.

In all correspondence and spare parts order, please always in-

clude the 10-digit article number given on the type plate of 

the machine.

After-sales Service and Customer Assistance

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

Our customer service representatives can answer your ques-

tions concerning possible applications and adjustment of 

products and accessories.

Great Britain

Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)

P.O. Box 98

Broadwater Park

North Orbital Road

Denham

Uxbridge

UB 9 5HJ

Tel. Service: +44 (0844) 736 0109

Fax: +44 (0844) 736 0146

E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com

Ireland

Origo Ltd.

Unit 23 Magna Drive

Magna Business Park

City West

Dublin 24

Tel. Service: +353 (01) 4 66 67 00

Fax: +353 (01) 4 66 68 88

Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands

Robert Bosch Australia Pty. Ltd.

Power Tools

Locked Bag 66

Clayton South VIC 3169

Customer Contact Center

Inside Australia:

Phone: +61 (01300) 307 044

Fax: +61 (01300) 307 045

Inside New Zealand:

Phone: +64 (0800) 543 353

Fax: +64 (0800) 428 570

Outside AU and NZ:

Phone: +61 (03) 9541 5555

www.bosch.com.au

Republic of South Africa

Customer service

Hotline: +27 (011) 6 51 96 00

Gauteng – BSC Service Centre

35 Roper Street, New Centre

Johannesburg

Tel.: +27 (011) 4 93 93 75

Fax: +27 (011) 4 93 01 26

E-Mail: bsctools@icon.co.za

KZN – BSC Service Centre

Unit E, Almar Centre

143 Crompton Street

Pinetown

Tel.: +27 (031) 7 01 21 20

Fax: +27 (031) 7 01 24 46

E-Mail: bsc.dur@za.bosch.com

Western Cape – BSC Service Centre

Democracy Way, Prosperity Park

Milnerton

Tel.: +27 (021) 5 51 25 77

Fax: +27 (021) 5 51 32 23

E-Mail: bsc@zsd.co.za

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