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User Manual for Bosch GPT Professional Cordless Press Tools

Quick guide for Bosch GPT 18V-19 and GPT 18V-32 cordless press tools. Includes setup, operation, maintenance, and safety instructions.

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Quick guide from the manual

This manual covers the Bosch GPT 18V-19 and GPT 18V-32 cordless press tools. These tools are intended for pressing pipe systems using approved press jaws and fittings.

Product overview of GPT 18V-19 and GPT 18V-32
Product overview of GPT 18V-19 and GPT 18V-32

Safety Instructions

Warning: Always keep fingers and other body parts away from the work area of the cylinder and press jaws. There is a risk of crushing.

  • Wear protective glasses.
  • Operate only by trained professionals aged 16+.
  • Operate only by one person.
  • Do not press live electrical parts.

Assembly

Remove the battery before any work on the tool. Select the press jaw that matches the diameter and contour of the press fitting. Turn the lock (8) forward, remove it, push the press jaw (1) onto the tool holder (9), and lock it back in place.

Inserting/replacing press jaw (A-E)
Inserting/replacing press jaw (A-E)

Operation

Turn the tool holder (9) to align the press jaw. Press the rear ends of the press jaw to open it and position it at a right angle on the press fitting. Press the on switch (2) until the worklight (7) flashes and the forced pressing process starts.

Pressing process (G-I) and fall protection (J)
Pressing process (G-I) and fall protection (J)

Maintenance

Keep the tool and ventilation slots clean. Send to Bosch service if the status indicator (4) shows a yellow light (40,000 cycles reached) or an internal error (red light).

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Practical help

Common problems

Status indicator (4) red (3s)

Battery too weak or outside operating temperature. Replace or allow to reach correct temperature.

Status indicator (4) red (continuous)

Internal error. Send the power tool to an authorised Bosch after-sales service centre.

Status indicator (4) yellow (continuous)

40,000 press cycles reached. Send the power tool to an authorised Bosch after-sales service centre.

Before use

  • Check press jaw condition
  • Ensure battery is charged
  • Check for foreign objects between fitting and jaw
  • Ensure reset button is accessible

Specs in practice

Pressing force
GPT 18V-19: 21 kN, GPT 18V-32: 34 kN
Pressing time
GPT 18V-19: 3s, GPT 18V-32: 5s

Images and diagrams

  • A-E: Inserting/replacing press jaw
  • F: Preparation
  • G-I: Pressing process
  • J: Fall protection

Model compatibility

  • Use only Bosch-approved press jaws and fittings
  • 110mm fittings require 4.0Ah+ battery

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