Bosch GSA 10,8 V-LI Professional User guide

Robert Bosch GmbH
Power Tools Division
70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen
Germany
www.bosch-pt.com
1 619 P09 831 (2011.08) PS / 171 UNI
GSA 10,8 V-LI Professional
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flexible for Metal
S 522 AF BIM
0,7–3mm
S 522 EF BIM
1,5–4mm
S 522 BF BIM
3–8mm
S 422 BF BIM
1,5–6mm
flexible for Wood+Metal
S 511 DF BIM
< 50 mm < 50 mm < 50 mm
special for Plaster
S 528 DF BIM
< 50 mm
special for Inox
S 518 EHM HM
2–4mm 2–50mm < 50 mm
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Safety Notes
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
Read all safety warnings and all in-
structions. Failuretofollowthewarnings
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 orbattery-operated(cordless)
power tool.
Work area safety
fKeepworkareacleanandwelllit.Clutteredordarkareas
invite accidents.
fDo not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust. Power tools createsparks whichmay ignite thedust
or fumes.
fKeep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety
fPower 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.
fAvoidbody contactwithearthedorgroundedsurfaces,
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
fDo not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Waterenteringapowertoolwillincrease the risk ofelectric
shock.
fDo 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.
fWhen 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.
fIf 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
fStay 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.
fUse 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.
fPrevent 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.
fRemove 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.
fDo not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
fDress 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.
fIf 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
fDo 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.
fDo 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.
fDisconnect 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.
fStore 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.
fMaintain 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.
fKeep cutting tools sharp andclean. Properly maintained
cuttingtools with sharpcuttingedges areless likelytobind
and are easier to control.
fUse 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.
Battery tool use and care
fRecharge only with the charger specified by the manu-
facturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery
pack may create a risk of fire when used with another bat-
tery pack.
WARNING
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fUse power tools only with specifically designated bat-
tery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a
risk of injury and fire.
fWhen battery pack is not in use, keep it away from oth-
er metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws or other small metal objects, that can make a
connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
fUnder abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally oc-
curs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, addition-
ally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery
may cause irritation or burns.
Service
fHave your power toolserviced bya qualifiedrepair per-
son using only identical replacement parts. This will en-
sure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Safety Warnings for Sabre Saws
fHold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when
performing an operation where the cutting accessory
maycontact hiddenwiring. Cuttingaccessorycontacting
a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power
tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
fKeep hands away from the sawing range. Do not reach
undertheworkpiece.Contactwiththesawbladecanlead
to injuries.
fApply the machine to the workpiece only when
switched on. Otherwise there is danger of kickback when
the cutting tool jams in the workpiece.
fWhen sawing, the adjustable footplate 2 must always
faces against the workpiece. The saw blade can become
wedged and lead to loss of control over the machine.
fWhen the cut is completed, switch off the machine and
then pull the saw blade out of the cut only after it has
come to a standstill. In this manner you can avoid kick-
back and can place down the machine securely.
fUseonlyundamagedsaw blades that are in perfectcon-
dition. Bent or dull saw blades can break, negatively influ-
ence the cut, or lead to kickback.
fDo not brake the saw blade to a stop by applying side
pressure after switching off. The saw blade can be dam-
aged, break or cause kickback.
fClamp material well. Do not support the workpiece
withyour hand orfoot.Donottouchobjectsorthefloor
with the the saw running. Danger of kickback.
fUse appropriate detectors to determine if utility lines
are hidden in the work area or call the local utility com-
pany for assistance. Contact with electric lines can lead
to fire and electric shock. Damaging a gas line can lead to
explosion. Penetrating a water line causes property dam-
age.
fWhen 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.
fSecure the workpiece. A workpiece clamped with clamp-
ing devices or in a vice is held more secure than by hand.
fAlways 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.
fDo not open the battery. Danger of short-circuiting.
Protect the battery against heat, e. g., against
continuous intense sunlight, fire, water, and mois-
ture. Danger of explosion.
fIn case of damage and improper use of the battery, va-
pours may be emitted. Provide for fresh air and seek
medical help in case of complaints. The vapours can irri-
tate the respiratory system.
fUse the battery only in conjunction with your Bosch
power tool. This measure alone protects the battery
against dangerous overload.
fUse only original Bosch batteries with the voltage list-
ed onthe nameplate of your powertool. When using oth-
er batteries, e. g. imitations, reconditioned batteries or
other brands, there is danger of injury as well as property
damage through exploding batteries.
Product Description and Specifica-
tions
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 sawing wood, plastic, metal and
building materials while resting firmly on the workpiece. It is
suitable for straight and curved cuts. The saw blade recom-
mendations must be observed.
Product Features
The numbering of the product features refers to the illustra-
tion of the machine on the graphics page.
1Saw blade*
2Base plate
3Locking sleeve for saw blade
4Stroke rod
5Battery unlocking button
6Lock-off button for On/Off switch
7On/Off switch
8Battery charge-control indicator
9Temperature control/overload protection indicator
10 Handle (insulated gripping surface)
11 Battery
12 Saw blade holder
*Accessories shown or described are not part of the standard de-
livery scope of the product. A complete overview of accessories
can be found in our accessories program.
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Technical Data
Noise/Vibration Information
Measured sound values determined according to EN 60745.
Typically the A-weighted noise levels of the product are:
Sound pressure level 70 dB(A); Sound power level 81 dB(A).
Uncertainty K =3 dB.
Wear hearing protection!
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 mainap-
plications of the tool. However if the tool is used for different
applications,withdifferent accessoriesorpoorlymaintained,
the vibration emission may differ. This may significantly in-
crease the exposure level over the total working period.
An estimation of thelevel 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
fromthe effectsof vibration such as: maintain thetoolandthe
accessories, keep hands warm, organise work patterns.
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/ESC,
D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen
Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division
D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen
Leinfelden, 18.08.2011
Assembly
Battery Charging
fUse only the battery chargers listed on the accessories
page. Only these battery chargers are matched to the lith-
ium ion battery of your power tool.
Note: The battery is supplied partially charged. To ensure full
capacity of the battery, completely charge the battery in the
batterycharger before using yourpowertool forthefirsttime.
The lithium-ion battery can be charged at any time without re-
ducing its service life. Interrupting the charging procedure
does not damage the battery.
The lithium-ion battery is protected against deep discharging
by the “Electronic Cell Protection (ECP)”. When the battery is
empty, the machine is switched off by means of a protective
circuit: The inserted tool no longer rotates.
Do not continue to press the On/Off
switch after the machine has been au-
tomatically switched off. The battery can be damaged.
The battery is equipped with a NTC temperature control
which allows charging only within a temperature range of be-
tween 0 °C and 45 °C. A long battery service life is achieved
in this manner.
Observe the notes fordisposal.
Removing the Battery (see figure A)
– To remove the battery 11 press the unlocking buttons 5
and pull out the battery downwards. Do not exert any
force.
Battery Charge-control Indication
The three green LEDs of the battery charge-control indicator
8indicate the charge condition of the battery 11.
– Press the On/Off switch 7halfway or completely through
to indicate the charge condition.
When no LED lights up after pressing the On/Off switch7, the
battery is defective and must be replaced.
Sabre saw GSA 10,8 V-LI
Professional
Article number 3 601 F4L 9..
Rated voltage V= 10.8
Stroke rate at no load n0min-1 0 – 3000
Tool holder SDS
Stroke mm 14.5
Cutting depth, max.
–inwood
– in non-alloy steel
– Pipe diameter
mm
mm
mm
65
8
50
Weight according to
EPTA-Procedure 01/2003 kg 1.2
Please observe the article number on the type plate of your machine.
The trade names of the individual machines may vary.
Vibration total values ah(triax vector sum) and uncertainty K
determined according to EN 60745:
Cutting board: ah=8.0m/s2, K=1.5 m/s2,
Cutting wooden beam: ah=12.0 m/s2, K=1.5 m/s2.
The values given for sawing particle board apply for a workpiece thick-
ness of 20 mm.
Dr. Egbert Schneider
Senior Vice President
Engineering
Dr. Eckerhard Strötgen
Head of Product
Certification
LED Capacity
Continuous lighting 3 x green ≥2/3
Continuous lighting 2 x green ≥1/3
Continuous lighting 1 x green <1/3
Flashing light 1 x green Reserve
WARNING
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Replacing/Inserting the Saw Blade
fBefore any work onthepowertool, removethebattery.
fWhenmounting the sawblade, wear protective gloves.
Danger of injury when touching the saw blade.
fWhen changing the saw blade, take care that the saw
blade holder is free of material residue, e. g. wood or
metal shavings.
Selecting a Saw Blade
Use only saw blades suitable for the material being worked.
An overview of recommended saw blades can be found at the
beginning of these instructions. Use only ½" universal shank
saw blades. The saw blade should not be longer than required
for the intended cut.
Use a thin saw blade for narrow curve cuts.
Inserting the Saw Blade (see figure B)
– Turn the locking sleeve 3approx. 90° in the direction of
the arrow and hold. Push the saw blade 1into the saw
blade holder 12. Release the locking sleeve 3again.
fCheck the tight seating of the saw blade. A loose saw
blade can fall out and lead to injuries.
For certain work, the saw blade 1can also be turned through
180° (with the teeth pointed upwards) and re-inserted again.
Ejecting the Saw Blade (see figure C)
– Turn the locking sleeve 3approx. 90° in the direction of
the arrow and hold. Remove the saw blade 1.
Dust/Chip Extraction
fDusts 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.
– 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
materials to be worked.
fPrevent dust accumulation at the workplace. Dusts can
easily ignite.
Operation
Starting Operation
Inserting the Battery
fUse only original Bosch lithium ion batteries with the
voltage listed on the nameplate of your power tool. Us-
ing other batteries can lead to injuries and pose a fire haz-
ard.
– Push the lock-off button 6leftward to protect the power
tool against accidental switching on.
– Insertthechargedbattery11 into the handle until it can be
felt to engage and faces flush against the handle.
Starting and Stopping (see figure D)
– Push the lock-off button 6rightward.
–Tostart the machine, press the On/Off switch 7and keep
it pressed.
– To switch off the machine, release the On/Off switch 7.
– Afterwards, push the lock-off button 6leftward again.
Controlling the Stroke Rate
Increasing or reducing the pressure on the On/Off switch 7
enables stepless stroke-rate control of the switched-on ma-
chine.
The required stroke rate is dependent on the material and the
working conditions and can be determined by a practical trial.
Reducing the stroke rate is recommended when the saw
blade engages in the material as well as when sawing plastic
and aluminium.
Temperature Control/Overload Protection Indicator
The red LED indicator 9will help you in protecting the battery
against overheating and the motor against overloading.
When the LED indicator 9continuously lights up red, the
temperature of the battery is too high and the machine
switches off automatically.
– Switch the power tool off.
– Allow the battery to cool down before continuing to work.
9flashes red, the power tool is blocked and switches off au-
tomatically.
– Remove the power tool from the workpiece.
As soon as the blockage is corrected, the power tool will
continue to work at the set stroke rate.
Protection Against Deep Discharging
The lithium-ion battery is protected against deep discharging
by the “Electronic Cell Protection (ECP)”. When the battery is
empty, the machine is switched off by means of a protective
circuit: The inserted tool no longer rotates.
Working Advice
Tips
fWhen sawing light building materials, observe the stat-
utory provisions and the recommendations of the ma-
terial suppliers.
Checkwood,pressboards,buildingmaterials,etc.forforeign
objects such as nails, screws or similar, and remove them, if
required.
– Switch the machine on and guide it toward the workpiece.
Position the footplate 2onto the surface of the work and
saw through the material applying uniform contact pres-
sure and feed. After completing the working procedure,
switch the machine off.
If the saw blade should jam, switch the machine off immedi-
ately. Widen the gap somewhat with a suitable tool and pull
out the machine.
Plunge Cutting (see figure E)
fThe plunge cutting procedure is only suitable for treat-
ing soft materials such as wood, plaster board or simi-
lar! Do not work metal materials with the plunge cut-
ting procedure!
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Use only short saw blades for plunge cutting.
– Placethe machine with theedgeofthefootplate 2onto the
workpiece and switch on. For power tools with stroke
speed control, set the maximum stroke speed. Press the
power tool firmly against the workpiece and allow the saw
blade to slowly plunge into the workpiece.
– As soon as the footplate 2fully lays on the surface of the
workpiece, continue sawing alongside the desired cutting
line.
For certain work, the sawblade 1can also be inserted turned
throughby180° and the sabresawcanbeguided accordingly
in a reversed manner.
Coolant/Lubricant
When sawing metal, coolant/lubricant should be applied
alongside cutting line because of the material heating up.
Recommendations for Optimal Handling of the Battery
Protect the battery against moisture and water.
Store the battery only within a temperature range between
0 °Cand50 °C.Asanexample,donotleavethebatteryinthe
car in summer.
Occasionallycleanthe venting slots ofthebatteryusing asoft,
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 fordisposal.
Maintenance and Service
Maintenance and Cleaning
fWarning!Priortoanymaintenance andcleaning, switch
the machine off and secure the lock-off button 6.
fFor safe and proper working,always keep the machine
and ventilation slots clean.
Clean the saw blade holder preferably with compressed air or
a soft brush. Remove the saw blade from the power tool for
this. Ensure proper operation of the saw blade holder by ap-
plying a suitable lubricant.
Heavy contamination of the machine can lead to malfunc-
tions. Therefore, do not saw materials that produce a lot of
dust from below or overhead.
If the machine should fail despite the care taken in manufac-
turingandtestingprocedures, repair should be carried out by
an after-sales service centre for Bosch power tools.
In all correspondence and spare parts order,pleasealwaysin-
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: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: boschse[email protected]
Ireland
Origo Ltd.
Unit 23 Magna Drive
Magna Business Park
City West
Dublin 24
Tel. Service: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Inside New Zealand:
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Outside AU and NZ:
Phone: [phone]
www.bosch.com.au
Republic of South Africa
Customer service
Hotline: [phone]
Gauteng – BSC Service Centre
35 Roper Street, New Centre
Johannesburg
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
KZN – BSC Service Centre
Unit E, Almar Centre
143 Crompton Street
Pinetown
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Western Cape – BSC Service Centre
Democracy Way, Prosperity Park
Milnerton
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
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