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Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term "power tool"in
all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-
operated (cordless) power tool.
SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
Work area safety
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power
tools create sparks whichmay ignite the dust
or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety
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.
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.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
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 or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the
risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors,
use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for
outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
Do not use AC only rated tools with a DC
power supply. While the tool may appear to
work, the electrical components of the AC
rated tool are likely to fail and create a
hazard to the operator.
If operating the power tool in damp
locations is unavoidable a Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) must be used to
supply the power to your tool. GFCI and
personal protection devices like electrician's
rubber gloves and footwear will further
enhance your personal safety.
Personal safety
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 operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Safety equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before
plugging in. Carrying power tools with your
finger on the switch or plugging in power
tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench
before turning the power tool on. A
wrench or a key left attached to a rotating
part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can
be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection
of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly
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used. Use of these devices can reduce dust-
related hazards.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil
and grease. Slippery hands cannot safely
control the power tool.
Power tool use and care
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.
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.
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.
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.
Maintain power tools. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition
that may affect the power tools operation.
If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are
easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool
bits etc., in accordance with these
instructions and in the manner intended
for the particular type of power tool,
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.
SAVETHESE
Use clamps or other practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by hand
or against your body is unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
Battery tool use and care
Ensure the switch is in the off position
before inserting battery pack. Inserting the
battery pack into power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
Recharge only with the charger specified
by the manufacturer. A charger that is
suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.
Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and
fire.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it
away from other 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.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery, avoid contact. If
contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
Service
Have your power tool serviced by a
qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained.
Develop a periodic maintenance schedule
for your tool. When cleaning a tool be
careful not to disassemble any portion of
the tool since internal wires may be
misplaced or pinched or safety guard
return springs may be improperly
mounted. Certain cleaning agents such as
gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc.
may damage plastic parts.
INSTRUCTIONS
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_Read safety warnings
all and
Cutting procedures
Keep hands away from
cutting area and blade.
Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle,
or motor housing. If hands are holding the
saw, they cannot be cut by the blade.
Do not reach underneath the workpiece.
The guard cannot protect you from the blade
below the workpiece.
Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of
the workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the
blade teeth should be visible below the
workpiece.
NEVER hold piece being cut in your hands
or across your leg. Secure the workpiece to
stable platform. It is important to support the
work properly to minimize body exposure,
blade binding, or loss of control.
Hold power tool by the insulated gripping
surfaces when performing an operation
where the cutting tool may contact hidden
wiring or it own cord. Contact with a "live" wire
will also make exposed metal parts of the tool
"live" and shock the operator.
When ripping always use a rip fence or
straight edge guide. This improves accuracy
of cut and reduces the chance for blade binding.
Always use blades with correct size and
shape (diamond vs. round) of arbor holes.
Blades that do not match the mounting
hardware of the saw will run eccentrically,
causing loss of control.
Never use damaged or incorrect blade
washers or bolts. The blade washers and bolt
were specially designed for your saw, for
optimum performance and safety of operation.
This product is intended to cut wood and
wood-like products only. Dust build up
around the lower guard and hub from other
materials (plastic, masonry or metal) may
disable the lower guard operation.
Inspect the condition and quality of the
wood and remove all nails from lumber
before cutting. Wet lumber, green lumber or
pressure treated lumber require special
attention during cutting operation to prevent
kickback.
Hold the saw firmly to prevent loss of
control. Figures in this manual illustrate
typical hand support of the saw.
all instructions.
Depending upon use, the switch may not
last the life of the saw. If the switch should
fail in the "OFF" position, the saw may not
start. If it should fail while the saw is
running, the saw may not shut off. If either
occurs, unplug the saw immediately and do
not use until repaired.
This circular saw should not be mounted to
a table and converted to a table saw.
Circular saws are not designed or intended to
be used as table saws.
Kickback and related warnings
Causes and operator prevention of kickback:
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched,
bound or misaligned saw blade, causing an
uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the
workpiece toward the operator.
When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by
the kerf closing down, the blade stalls and the
motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back
toward the operator.
If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in
the cut, the teeth at the back edge of the blade
can dig into the top surface of the wood
causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and
jump back toward the operator.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions
and can be avoided by taking proper
precautions as given below:
Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the
saw and position your body and arm to
allow you to resist kickback forces.
Position your body to either side of the
blade, but not in line with the blade.
Kickback could cause the saw to jump
backwards, but kickback forces can be
controlled by the operator, if proper
precautions are taken.
When blade is binding, or when interrupting
a cut for any reason, release the trigger and
hold the saw motionless in the material
until the blade comes to a complete stop.
Never attempt to remove the saw from the
work or pull the saw backward while the
blade is in motion or kickback may occur.
Investigate and take corrective action to
eliminate the cause of blade binding.
When restarting a saw in a workpiece,
center the saw blade in the kerf and check
that saw teeth are not engaged into the
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material. If saw blade is binding, it may walk
up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw
is restarted.
Support large panels to minimize the risk of
blade pinching and kickback. Large panels
tend to sag under their own weight. Supports
must be placed under the panel on both sides,
near the line of cut and near the edge of the
panel.
Do not use dull or damaged blade.
Unsharpened or improperly set blades
produce narrow kerr causing excessive friction,
blade binding and kickback.
Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking
levers must be tight and secure before
making cut. If blade adjustment shifts while
cutting, it may cause binding and kickback.
Use extra caution when making a "Plunge
Cut" into existing walls or other blind
areas. The protruding blade may cut objects
that can cause kickback.
The blade washers and the bolt on your
saw have been designed to work as a
clutch to reduce the intensity of a kickback.
Understand the operation and settings of
the VARI-TORQUE CLUTCH. The proper
setting of the clutch, combined with firm handling
of the saw will allow you to control kickback.
Never place your hand behind the saw
blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump
backwards over your hand.
Do not use the saw with an excessive
depth of cut setting. Too much blade
exposure increases the likelihood of the blade
twisting in the kerr and increases the surface
area of the blade available for pinching that
leads to kickback.
Lower guard function
Check lower guard for proper closing
before each use. Do not operate saw if
lower guard does not move freely and
close instantly. Never clamp or tie the
lower guard into the open position. Ifsaw is
accidentally dropped, lower guard may be
bent. Raise the lower guard only with the
Lower Guard Lift Lever and make sure it
moves freely and does not touch the blade or
any other part, in all angles and depths of cut.
Check the operation of the lower guard
spring. If the guard and the spring are not
operating properly, they must be serviced
before use. Lower guard may operate
sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy
deposits, or a buildup of debris.
Lower guard should be retracted manually
only for special cuts such as "Plunge
Cuts" and "Compound Cuts". Raise lower
guard by lower guard Lift lever and as soon
as blade enters the material, lower guard
must be released. For all other sawing, the
lower guard should operate automatically.
Always observe that the lower guard is
covering the blade before placing saw
down on bench or floor. An unprotected,
coasting blade will cause the saw to walk
backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be
aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop
after switch is released.
Do not run the tool while carrying it at your
side. Lower guard may be opened by a
contact with your clothing. Accidental
contact with the spinning saw blade could
result in serious personal injury.
Periodically remove the blade, clean the
upper, lower guards and the hub area with
kerosene and wipe it dry, or blow it clean
with compressed air. Preventive maintenance
and properly operating guard will reduce the
probability of an accident.
I__1 Some dust created by
power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of
these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and
work with approved safety equipment, such as
those dust masks that are specially designed
to filter out microscopic particles.
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Battery/Charger
Before using battery charger, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on
(1) battery charger, (2) battery pack, and (3)
product using battery.
Use only the charger which accompanied
your product or direct replacement as
listed in the catalog or this manual. Do not
substitute any other charger. Use only Bosch
approved chargers with your product. See
Functional Description and Specifications.
Do not disassemble charger or operate the
charger if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped or otherwise damaged in
any way. Replace damaged cord or plugs
immediately. Incorrect reassembly or
damage may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not recharge battery in damp or wet
environment. Do not expose charger to
rain or snow. If battery case is cracked or
otherwise damaged, do not insert into
charger. Battery short or fire may result.
Charge only Bosch approved rechargeable
batteries. See Functional Description and
Specifications. Other types of batteries may
burst causing personal injury and damage.
Charge battery pack in temperatures above
+40 degrees F (4 degrees C) and below
+105 degrees F (41 degrees C). Store tool
and battery pack in locations where
temperatures do not go below 40 degrees
F(4 degrees C) or will no exceed 120
degrees F (49 degrees C). Allow battery
pack to return to room temperature before
attempting to charge.This is important to
prevent serious damage to the battery cells.
Battery leakage may occur under extreme
usage or temperature conditions. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes. The battery
liquid is caustic and could cause chemical
burns to tissues. If liquid comes in contact with
skin, wash quickly with soap and water, then
with lemon juice or vinegar. If the liquid
contacts your eyes, flush them with water for a
minimum of 10 minutes and seek medical
attention.
Place charger on flat non-flammable
surfaces and away from flammable
materials when re-charging battery pack.
The charger and battery pack heat during
charging. Carpeting and other heat insulating
surfaces block proper air circulation which
may cause overheating of the charger and
battery pack. If smoke or melting of the case
are observed unplug the charger immediately
and do not use the battery pack or charger.
Use of an attachment not recom-
mended or sold by Bosch may result in a
risk of fire, electric shock or injury to
persons.
Battery Care
When batteries are not in DO NOT PUT BATTERIES INTO FIRE OR
tool or charger, keep them EXPOSE TO HIGH HEAT. They may
away from metal objects. For example, to explode.
protect terminals from shorting DO NOT place
batteries in a tool box or pocket with nails,
screws, keys, etc. Fire or injury may result.
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Battery Disposal
Do not attempt to disas-
semble the battery or
remove any component projecting from
the battery terminals. Fire or injury may
result. Prior to disposal, protect exposed
terminals with heavy insulating tape to
prevent shorting.
LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
If equipped with a lithium-ion battery, the battery
must be collected, recycled or disposed of in
an environmentally sound manner.
"The EPA certified RBRC
Battery Recycling Seal on the
lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery
indicates Robert Bosch Tool
Corporation is voluntarily
participating in an industry
program to collect and recycle these batteries
at the end of their useful life, when taken out
of service in the United States or Canada. The
RBRC program provides a convenient
alterative to placing used Li-ion batteries into
the trash or the municipal waste stream, which
may be illegal in your area.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on Li-ion battery recycling and disposal
bans/restrictions in your area, or return your
batteries to a Skil/Bosch/Dremel Service
Center for recycling. Robert Bosch Tool
Corporation's involvement in this program is
part of our commitment to preserving our
environment and conserving our natural
resou rces."
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IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them
and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the
tool better and safer.
Symbol Name
V Volts
A Amperes
Hz Hertz
W Watt
kg Kilograms
min Minutes
S
O
nO
.../min
0
1,2,3 ....
I, II, III,
[]
@
@
Seconds
Diameter
No load speed
Revolutions or reciprocation per minute
Off position
Selector settings
Infinitely variable selector with off
Arrow
Alternating current
Direct current
Alternating or direct current
Class II construction
Earthing terminal
Warning symbol
Li-ion RBRC seal
Designation/Explanation
Voltage (potential)
Current
Frequency (cycles per second)
Power
Weight
Time
Time
Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.
Rotational speed, at no load
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
orbits etc. per minute
Zero speed, zero torque...
Speed, torque or position settings.
Higher number means greater speed
Speed is increasing from 0 setting
Action in the direction of arrow
Type or a characteristic of current
Type or a characteristic of current
Type or a characteristic of current
Designates Double Insulated
Construction tools.
Grounding terminal
Alerts user to warning messages
Designates Li-ion battery recycling
program
This symbol designates
that this tool is listed by
Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates
that this tool is listed by
the Canadian Standards
Association.
0®This symbol designates
that this tool is listed to _._
Canadian Standards by
Underwriters Laboratories. This symbol
designates
This symbol designates that that
this tool is listed by this tool
C11 i Underwriters Laboratories, complies
rUS and listed to Canadian to NOM
Standards by Underwriters Mexican
Laboratories. Standards.
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_isconnect battery pack from tool before making any assembly,
adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Cordless Circular Saw
SAW HOOK _f _ sRUBBERIZED GRIPTo use, simply lift up hook until it
intothe open position.
snaps _/_/'_ _BATTERYPACK
use, always lower hookuntil
Whennot in _,_ "/_ __ RELEASEBUTTON
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HANDLE BATTERYPACK
BEVELADJUSTMENT__,_//D"_ ,_ _LIFTLEVER
KNOB IT FOOT
LOWERGUARD
Iil[_lil
BATTERYCHARGED
CONDITIONINDICATOR
INDICATORLIGHT
TRIGGER
SWITCH __SAFETYSWITCH
RELEASEBUTTON
GUARD
LOCK
BUTTON
BLADEWRENCH
STORAGEAREA
DEPTHADJUSTMENT--
LEVER VENTILATION
OPENINGS ALIGNMENTSCREW
Model No. 1671
Voltage rating 36 V
No load speed no4,000/min
Battery pack BAT818 & BAT836
Charger BC830
Charge time 1 hr/45 min,
Voltage rating 120 V Q, 60 Hz
Maximum Capacities
Blade 6-1/2"
Depth of cut at 90° 2-1/8"
Depth of cut at 45° 1-3/4"
Depth of cut at 50° 1-1/2"
ATTENTION: Use only thin kerf blades
designed for Cordless Circular Saws,
For replacement blades we recommend Bosch Cordless Circular saw blades. Their thin kerf and
tooth design deliver the best speed, quality of cut, and reduce battery drain. Use of standard blades
will substantially affect the performance and reduce run-time.
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Assembly
ATTACHING THE BLADE
_isconnect battery pack
from tool before making
any assembly, adjustments or changing
accessories. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
1. Turn BLADE STUD with wrench provided
clockwise and remove BLADE STUD and
OUTER WASHER (Fig. 2). If the shaft moves
while attempting to loosen the blade stud
press the lock button (Fig. 1).
2. Retract the lower guard all the way up into
the upper guard. While retracting the lower
guard, check operation and condition of the
LOWER GUARD SPRING.
3. Make sure the saw teeth and arrow on the
blade point in the same direction as the arrow
on the lower guard.
4. Slide blade through slot in the foot and
mount it against the INNER WASHER on the
shaft. Be sure the large diameter of the
OUTER washer lays flush against the blade.
5. Reinstall OUTER WASHER and tighten
BLADE STUD finger tight. The face of upper
guard has marks around it that will help you
properly adjust the blade stud. Press lock
button to lock shaft and TIGHTEN BLADE
STUD COUNTER-CLOCKWISE THREE
MARKS ON UPPER GUARD WITH THE
WRENCH PROVIDED.
Do not use wrenches with longer handles,
since it may lead to over tightening of the
blade stud.
VARI-TORQUE CLUTCH
This clutching action is provided by the friction
of the OUTER WASHER against the BLADE
and permits the blade shaft to turn when the
blade encounters excessive resistance. When
the BLADE STUD is properly tightened (as
described in No. 5 of Attaching The Blade), the
blade will slip when it encounters excessive
resistance, thus reducing saw's tendency to
KICKBACK.
One setting may not be sufficient for cutting all
materials. If excessive blade slippage occurs,
tighten the blade stud one mark more.
OVERTIGHTENING THE BLADE STUD
NULLIFIES THE EFFECTIVE-NESS OF THE
CLUTCH.
UPPER
GUARD
LOWER
BLADESHAFT--
LOWERGUARDSPRING--
INNERWASHER
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WRENCH
LOOSEN
OUTER
WASHER
OUTERWASHER
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FacesBlade
TIGHTEN

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
Disconnect battery pack from tool. Loosen the Tighten lever at the depth setting desired.
depth adjustment lever located on the right Check desired depth (Fig. 3).
side of the tool. Hold the foot clown with one Not more than one tooth length of the blade
hand and raise or lower saw by the handle, should extend below the material to be cut, for
minimum splintering (Fig. 4).
UII=[_EI
CALIBRATED
BRACKET
DEPTH
ADJUSTMENTLEVER
ONETOOTHLENGTHSHOULD
PENETRATEWOODFOR
MINIMUM SPLINTERING
SAFETY SWITCH
The safety switch is designed to prevent
accidental starts. To operate safety switch,
press the release button with your thumb on
either side of handle to disengage the lock,
then pull the trigger (Fig. 5). When the trigger
is released the button will engage the safety
switch automatically, and the trigger will no
longer operate. (See Switch & General Cuts
on page 12.)
I_1[_111,1 SAFETYSWITCH
RELEASEBUTTON
90° CUTTING ANGLE CHECK
Disconnect battery pack from tool. Set foot to
maximum depth of cut setting. Loosen bevel
adjustment lever, set to 0° on quadrant,
retighten lever and check for 90 ° angle
between the blade and bottom plane of foot
with a square (Fig. 6). Make adjustments by
turning the small alignment screw from bottom
side of foot, if necessary (Fig. 7).
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BEVEL
ADJUSTMENT
FOOT BLADE ALIGNMENT
SCREW

BEVELADJUSTMENT
Disconnect battery pack from tool. The foot
can be adjusted up to 50 ° by loosening the
bevel adjustment knob at the front of the saw.
Align to desired angle on calibrated quadrant.
Then tighten bevel adjustment knob (Fig. 8).
Because of the increased amount of blade
engagement in the work and decreased
stability of the foot, blade binding may occur.
Keep the saw steady and the foot firmly on the
workpiece.
BEVEL
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
LINE GUIDE
For a straight 90° cut, use left side of notch in
the foot. For 45° & 50° bevel cuts, use the right
side (Fig. 9). The cutting guide notch will give
an approximate line of cut. Make sample cuts in
scrap lumber to verify actual line of cut. This will
be helpful because of the number of different
blade types and thicknesses available. To
ensure minimum splintering on the good side of
the material to be cut, face the good side down.
90° 45° & 50°
VERTICALCUTS_ [-- BEVELCUTS
SWITCH
To turn tool "ON", squeeze the trigger switch.
To turn the tool "OFF", release the trigger
switch, which is spring loaded and will return
to the off position automatically.
Your saw should be running at full speed
BEFORE starting the cut, and turned off only
AFTER completing the cut. To increase switch
life, do not turn switch on and off while cutting.
BRAKE
When the trigger is released it activates the
electrical brake to stop the blade quickly. This
feature is especially useful when making
repetitive cuts.GENERAL CUTS
Always hold the saw handle with one hand
and the auxiliary handle or housing with the
other.
Always make sure saw foot rests on portion of
work surface that does not drop off.
_ lways be sure either hand
does not interfere with the
free movement of the lower guard.
Maintain a firm grip and operate the switch
with a decisive action. Never force the saw.
Use light and continuous pressure.
_ fter completing a cut and
the trigger has been
released, be aware of the necessary time it
takes for the blade to come to a complete
stop during coast down. Do not allow the
saw to brush against your leg or side,
since the lower guard is retractable, it
could catch on your clothing and expose
the blade. Be aware of the necessary blade
exposures that exist in both the upper and
lower guard areas.
When cutting is interrupted, to resume cutting:
squeeze the trigger and allow the blade to
reach full speed, re-enter the cut slowly and
resume cutting.
When cutting across the grain, the fibers of
the wood have a tendency to tear and lift.
Advancing the saw slowly minimizes this
effect. For a finished cut, a cross cut blade or
miter blade is recommended.
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PLUNGE CUTS
Disconnect battery pack from tool before
making adjustments. Set depth adjustment
according to material to be cut. Tilt saw
forward with cutting guide notch lined up with
the line you've drawn. Raise the lower guard,
using lift lever and hold the saw by the front
and rear handles (Fig. 10).
With the blade just clearing the material to be
cut, start the motor. Gradually lower the back
end of saw using the front end of the foot as
the hinge point. WARNING: As blade starts
cutting the material, release the lower
guard immediately. When the foot rests flat
on the surface being cut, proceed cutting in
forward direction to end of cut. WARNING:
Allow blade to come to a complete stop
before lifting the saw from cut. Also, never
pull the saw backward since blade will
climb out of the material and KICKBACK
will occur. Turn saw around and finish the cut
in the normal manner, sawing forward. If
corners of your pocket cut are not completely
cut through, use a jigsaw or hand saw to finish
the corners.
CUTTING LARGE SHEETS
Large sheets and long boards sag or bend,
depending on support. If you attempt to cut
without leveling and properly supporting the
piece, the blade will tend to bind, causing
KICK-BACK and extra load on the motor (Fig. 11).
Support the panel or board close to the cut, as
shown in (Fig. 12). Be sure to set the depth of
the cut so that you cut through the sheet or
board only and not the table or work bench.
The two-by-fours used to raise and support
the work should be positioned so that the
broadest sides support the work and rest on
the table or bench. Do not support the work
with the narrow sides as this is an unsteady
arrangement. If the sheet or board to be cut is
too large for a table or work bench, use the
supporting two-by-fours on the floor and
secure.
WRONG
LOWER
GUARD
LIFT
LEVER
RIGHT
RIP CUTS
The combination blade provided with your saw
is for both cross cuts and rip cuts. Ripping is
cutting lengthwise with the grain of the wood.
Rip cuts are easy to do with a rip fence
(Fig. 13). To attach fence, insert fence through
slots in foot to desired width as shown and
secure with the knob.
DESIRED
WIDTH
OFCUT
RIP BOARD GUIDE
When rip cutting large sheets, the rip fence
may not allow the desired width of cut. Clamp
or nail a straight piece of 1" (25 mm) lumber to
the sheet as a guide (Fig. 14). Use the right
side of the foot against the board guide.
DESIRED
LINE
OFCUT
GUIDE
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BATTERY CHARGED CONDITION
INDICATOR
The battery is equipped with a charged
condition indicator.
GREEN
INDICATORLIGHTS
BUTTON RED
INDICATORLIGHT
By pressing the button ON, the charged
condition can be checked when the battery is
removed or when the machine is not in use.
After approx. 5 seconds, the charged indicator
switches off automatically.
• • • When all three lights are illuminated, this
indicates the battery pack is between 67% and
100% charged.
• • When only two lights illuminate, this
indicates the battery pack is between 33% and
66% charged.
• When only one light illuminates, this
indicates the battery pack is less than 33%
charged.
When one light blinks the battery pack is
almost fully discharged.
TEMPERATURE INDICATOR LIGHT
The red indicator light signals whether the
battery or tool (with battery inserted) is in the
optimum temperature range. When the
temperature is too high, the tool will not
operate at full capacity.
If the red indicator light illuminates
continuously when the battery is inserted into
the charger. The battery is outside the
charging temperature range and cannot be
charged.
If the red indicator light blinks when the
button or on/off switch (with battery inserted)
is pressed, the battery is outside the
operating range of-10 °C to +60 °C.
When the temperature is above 70 °C the
battery turns off until it's in the optimum
temperature range.
INSERTING AND RELEASING BATTERY PACK
Slide charged battery pack into the housing
until the battery pack locks into position and
the red warning label is no longer visible (Fig. 1).
Your battery pack is equipped with a
secondary locking latch to prevent the battery
pack from completely falling out of the handle,
should it become loose due to vibration.
To remove the battery pack, press the battery
pack release button and slide the battery pack
away from housing. The red warning label will
become partially visible. Press the battery
pack release button again and slide the battery
pack completely out of tool housing.
CHARGER INDICATORS, SYMBOLS AND MEANING
If the indicator lights are "OFF", the charger
is not receiving power from power supply
outlet.
} If the green indicator light is
I"ON", the charger is plugged in
but the battery pack is not
inserted, or the battery pack is fully charged.
[ _1 If the green indicat°r light is
..................... BLINKING", the battery pack is
being fast-charged. Fast-
charging will automatically stop when the
battery pack is fully charged.
[_1- ] If the red indicator light is "ON',
the battery pack is too hot or
cold for fast-charging. The
charger will automatically switch to fast-
charging once a suitable temperature is
reached.
I_ ] If the red indicator light is
...... BLINKING", the battery pack
cannot accept a charge or the
contacts of the charger or battery pack are
contaminated. Clean the contacts of the
charger or battery pack only as directed in
these operating instructions or those supplied
with your tool or battery pack.
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IMPORTANT CHARGING NOTES
1. The charger was designed to fast charge a. Check for voltage at outlet by plugging in
the battery only when the battery temperature
is between 32°F (0°C) and 140°F (60°C). If the
battery pack is too hot or too cold, the charger
will not fast charge the battery. (This may
happen if the battery pack is hot from hea W
use). When the battery temperature returns to
between 32°F (0°C) and 140°F (60°C), the
charger will automatically begin charging.
2. A substantial drop in operating time per charge
may mean that the battery pack is nearing the
end of its life and should be replaced.
3. Remember to unplug charger during storage
period.
4. If battery does not charge properly:
some other electrical device.
b. Check to see if outlet is connected to a
light switch which turns power "off" when
lights are turned off.
c. Check battery pack terminals for dirt.
Clean with cotton swab and alcohol if
necessary.
d. If you still do not get proper charging,
take or send tool, battery pack and
charger to your local Bosch Service
Center. See "Tools, Electric" in the
Yellow Pages for names and addresses.
Note: Use of chargers or battery packs not
sold by Bosch will void the warranty.
CHARGING BATTERY PACK (B0830 1 HOUR CHARGER)
Plug charger cord into your standard power
outlet, then insert battery pack into charger
(Fig. 15).
The charger's green indicator light will begin to
"BLINK". This indicates that the battery is
receiving a fast charge. Fast-charging will
automatically stop when the battery pack is
fully charged.
When the unit beeps and the indicator light
stops "BLINKING" (and becomes a steady
green light) fast charging is complete.
The battery pack may be used even though
the light may still be blinking. The light may
require more time to stop blinking depending
on temperature. When you begin the charging
process of the battery pack, a steady red light
could also mean the battery pack is too hot or
too cold.
The purpose of the green light is to indicate
that the battery pack is fast-charging. It does
not indicate the exact point of full charge. The
light will stop blinking in less time if the battery
pack was not completely discharged.
When needed, the internal fan of the charger
will turn on to aid the charging process and
speed.
When charging several batteries in sequence,
the charge time may slightly increase.
When the battery pack is fully charged, unplug
the charger (unless you're charging another
battery pack) and slip the battery pack back
into the tool.
)a[_li#
BATTERY
PACK
REDLIGHT
I
I
GREENLIGHT
--CHARGER
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Service
NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. Preventive
maintenance performed by unauthorized
personnel may result in misplacing of
internal wires and components which
could cause serious hazard. We recom-
mend that all tool service be performed by a
Bosch Factory Service Center or Authorized
Bosch Service Station. SERVICEMEN:
Disconnect tool and/or charger from power
source before servicing.
BATTERIES
Be alert for battery packs that are nearing
their end of life. If you notice decreased tool
performance or significantly shorter running
time between charges then it is time to
replace the battery pack. Failure to do so can
cause the tool to operate improperly or
damage the charger.
TOOL LUBRICATION
Your Bosch tool has been properly lubricated
and is ready for use.
D.C. MOTORS
The motor in your tool has been engineered
for many hours of dependable service. To
maintain peak efficiency of the motor, we
recommend it be examined every six
months. Only a genuine Bosch replacement
motor specially designed for your tool should
be used.
BEARINGS
Bearings which become noisy (due to heaW
load or very abrasive material cutting) should
be replaced at once to avoid overheating and
motor failure. Cleaning
To avoid accidents, always
disconnect the tool and/or
charger from the power supply before
cleaning. The tool may be cleaned most
effectively with compressed dry 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 opening.
_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.
lf an extension cord is
necessary, a cord with
adequate size conductors that is capable of
carrying the current necessary for your tool
must be used. This will prevent excessive
voltage drop, loss of power or overheating.
Grounded tools must use 3-wire extension
cords that have 3-prong plugs and
receptacles.
NOTE: The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS
120 VOLT ALTERNATING CURRENT TOOLS
Tool's Cord Size in A.W.G.
Ampere Cord LengthinFeet
Rating 25 50 100 150
3-6 18 16 16 14
6-8 18 16 14 12
8-10 18 16 14 12
10-12 16 16 14 12
12-16 14 12
Wire Sizes in mm2
CordLength in Meters
15 30 60 120
0.75 075 15 25
0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
1.0 2.5 4.0 --
(*= standard equipment)
(**= optional accessories)
* 1 hourcharger
** rip fence
* 6-1/2" thin kerf 18 tooth carbide blade
** 6-1/2" thin kerf 24 tooth carbide blade
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_Veuillezlireet comprendretouteslesconsignes.Si onn'observepastoutesles
consignesd6critesci-dessous,il y arisquede choc61ectrique,d'incendieet/ou
deblessurescorporellesgraves.Danstouteslesmisesengardeci-dessous,leterme<<outil_lectroportatif>>
serapporte&desoutilsbranch_ssur lesecteur(avecfil) ou&desoutilsailment,s parpiles(sansfil).
CONSERVEZCESINSTRUCTIONS
Sdcuritddulieudetravail
Maintenez le lieu de travail propre et bien 6clair&
Les risques d'accident sont plus _lev_s quand on
travaille dansun endroit encombr_ ousombre.
N'utilisez pas d'outils _lectroportatifs dans des
atmospheres explosives, comme par exemple en
presence de gaz, de poussi_res ou de liquides
inflammables. Les outils _lectroportatifs produisent
des _tincelles qui risquent d'enflammer les poussi_res
oulesvapeurs.
[_loignezles enfantset lesvisiteursquand vousvous
servez d'un outil 61ectroportatif. Vous risquez une
pertedecontr6le si onvous distrait.
Sdcuritddlectrique
Les fiches des outils 61ectroportatifs doivent
correspondre_laprise. II nefaut absolumentjamais
modifierla fiche. N'utilisez pasd'adaptateurdeprise
avec des outils 61ectroportatifs munis d'une fiche de
terre. Le risque de choc _lectrique est moindre si on
utilise une fiche non modifi_e sur une prise qui lui
correspond.
[_viteztout contactdu corpsavec dessurfacesreli_es
la terre tels que tuyaux, radiateurs, gazini_res ou
r_frigerateurs. Le risque de choc _lectrique augmente
si votre corps est reli_&laterre.
N'exposez pas les outils61ectroportatifs _ la pluie ou
I'humidite. Sidei'eau p_n_tredans un outil
_lectroportatif, le risquedechoc _lectriqueaugmente.
Nemaltraitezpas le cordon. Nevous enservez
jamais pour transporterI'outi! 61ectroportatif, pour le
tirer ou pour le debrancher. Eloignezle cordonde la
chaleur, des huiles, des armies coupantes ou des
pi_ces mobiles. Les cordons abfm_s ou emmel_s
augmentent lesrisques dechoc _lectrique.
Si vous utilisezun outil 61ectroportatif _ I'exterieur,
employezune rallonge con_uepour I'exterieur. Oes
rallonges sont faites pour I'ext_rieur et r_duisent le
risquedechoc _lectrique.
N'utilisez pasun outil con_uuniquementpourle C.A.
sur une alimentationen C.C. Meme si I'outilsemble
fonctionner, lescomposants dectriques d'un outil pr_vu
pour le C.A. tomberont probablement en panne et
risquentdecrier undangerpour I'utilisateur.
S'il est necessaire d'utiliser I'outil darts un lieu
humide, il faut I'alimenter par I'interm_diaire d'un
disjoncteur diff6rentiel de fuite _la terre (DDFT).
L'emploid'un DDFTet dedispositifs de protection
personnelletels quegantsetchaussuresd'_lectricien
encaoutchoucam_liorentvotres_curit_personnelle.
Sdcuritdpersonnelle
Restez concentre, faites attention _ce que vous
faites, et servez-vousdevotre bonsens Iorsquevous
utilisez un outil 61ectroportatif. N'employez pas
d'outils 61ectroportatifs quandvous etes fatigue ou
sous I'emprise de drogues, d'alcool ou de
m6dicaments. Quand on utilise des outiis
_lectroportatifs, il suffit d'un moment d'inattention pour
causerdes blessurescorporellesgraves.
Utilisez des6quipements des6curit& Porteztoujours
une protection oculaire. Si les conditions le
demandent, il faut porter un masque _ poussiere, des
chaussures de s6curit6 antid6rapantes, un casque de
chantier ou une protection auditive pour r6duire le
risque deblessure corporelle.
[_vitezles demarrages intempestifs. Assurez-vous
que I'interrupteuresten position arr_t (OFF) avantde
brancher I'outil. Transporter un outil _lectroportatif
avec le doigt sur la g&chette ou le brancher quand
I'interrupteur est en position "marche" (ON) pr6sente
des risquesd'accident.
Enlevez toutes les cl_s de r_glage avant de mettre
I'outil _lectroportatif en marche. Si on laisseune cl_
sur une piece tournante de I'outil _lectroportatif, il y a
risque deblessure corporelle.
Ne vouspenchezpas. Conserveztoujoursunebonne
assise et un bon _quilibre. Ceci vous permettra de
mieux maftriser I'outil _lectroportatif dansdes situations
inattendues.
Habillez-vousde mani_re appropri_e. Ne portezpas
de v_tements amples ou de bijoux. Attachez les
cheveux longs. N'approchez pas les cheveux, les
v_tements ou les gants des pi_ces en mouvement.
Les vetements amples, les bijoux ou lescheveux longs
risquent d'etre happ_spar lespiecesenmouvement.
Si I'outil est muni de dispositifs permettant le
raccordement d'un syst_me d'aspiration et de
collecte des poussi_res, assurez-vous que ces
dispositifs sont raccordes et utilis_s correctement.
L'utilisation de cesdispositifs peut permettre de r_duire
les dangersli_s &la poussiere.
Maintenez les poignees secheset exemptes d'huile et
de graisse. Onne pas maftriser un outil _lectroportatif
entoute s_curit_ quandon ales mains glissantes.
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Utilisationet entretiendesoutils
dlectroportatifs
Heforcezpassur I'outil electroportatif. Utilisez routil
electroportatif qui convient _la t_che _effectuer.
L'outil qui convient _ la t_che fair un meilleur travail et
est plus sQr&la vitessepour lequelil a_tecon(_u.
Ne vous servez pas de I'outil electroportatif si son
interrupteurne parvientpas_le mettre en marche ou
I'arr_ter. Tout outil electroportatif qui ne pout pas
etre commando par son interrupteur est dangereux et
dolt etrer@are.
Debranchezla fiche de la prise ou enlevez le bloc-
piles de I'outil electroportatif avant tout reglage,
changementd'accessoiresou avant de ranger I'outil
electroportatif. De relies mesures de securite
preventivereduisentle risque dedemarrageintempestif
de routil electroportatif.
Rangezlos outils electroportatifs dont vous ne vous
servezpashorsdeportee desenfantset ne permettez
pas _des personnesqui ne connaissentpas I'outil
electroportatif ou qui ignorentcos consignesde s'en
servir. Los outils electroportatifs sont dangereuxdans
losmainsd'utilisateurs inexperimentes.
Entretenezlos outils electroportatifs. Verifiezque los
pieces mobiles sont alignees correctement et ne
coincent pas. Verifiezqu'iln'ya pas de pieces
cassees ou d'autre circonstance qui risquent
d'affecterle fonctionnementde I'outil electroportatif.
Si I'outil est abime, faites-le r@arer avant de
rutiliser. De nombreux accidents sont causespar des
outils dectroportatifs malentretenus.
Maintenez los outilscoupantsaff_tes et propres. Los
outils coupants entretenus correctement et dotes de
bords tranchants affates sont moins susceptibles de
coinceret sont plus faciles&maftriser.
Utilisez I'outil electroportatif, los accessoires, los
emboutsetc. solon cos consigneset de la maniere
prevue pour chaque type particulier d'outil
electroportatif en tenant compte des conditions de
travail et de la t_che _accomplir. L'emploi d'outils
electroportatifs pour des t_ches differentes de celles
pour lesquellesils ont ete prevus peut resulter en une
situation dangereuse.
Utilisez des brides ou d'autresmoyens pratiquesde
briderou de supporterla piece sur une plate-forme
stable. Tenirla piece&la mainou contrelecorpsest
instableetrisquederesulterenuneportedecontr61e.
Utilisation et entretien desoutils _piles
Veillez_cequeI'interrupteursoitdanslapositionde
fermetureavantd'insererlebloc-piles.L'insertion
d'un bloc-piles dans un outil electroportatif dont
rinterrupteurestdansla positionde marcheestune
inviteauxaccidents.
Rechargez los piles uniquement avec le chargeur
specific par le fabriquant. Unchargeur qui convient
un typede bloc-piles poutentrafner un risqued'incendie
quand il est utilise avecun autrebloc-piles.
Utilisez des outils electroportatifs uniquement avec
los bloc-piles specifiquement designes pour eux.
L'utilisation detout autre bloc-piles pout creerun risque
deblessureset d'incendie.
Lorsque le bloc-piles n'est pas utilise, gardez-le
distances d'autres objets metalliques tels que des
trombones, des pieces de monnaie, des cles, des
clous, des vis ou de tout autre objet metallique
pouvantfaire une connexionentre une borne et une
autre. Court-circuiter los bornes des piles poutcauser
des brQluresou unincendie.
Dans des conditions abusives, du liquide pout etre
ejecte de la pile ; dans untel cas, evitez tout contact
avec ce liquide. Si un contact se produit
accidentellement, rincez avec de reau. Sile liquide
entreen contactavec losyeux, consultezunmedecin.
Du liquide ejectede la pile peut causerdes irritations ou
des brQlures.
Entretien
Faites reparervotreoutil electroportatif parun agent
de service qualifie n'utilisant que des pieces de
rechange identiques. Ceciassure que la securite de
I'outil electroportatif est preservee.
Creez un agenda d'entretien periodique pour votre
outil. Quandvous nettoyezun outil, faites attention
de n'en demonter aucune piece car il est toujours
possible de mal remonter ou de pincer los fils
internes ou de remonter incorrectementlos ressorts
de rappel des capotsde protection. Certainsagents
de nettoyage tels que I'essence, le tetrachlorure de
carbone, I'ammoniaque, etc. risquent d'abfmer los
plastiques.
CONSERVEZCESINSTRUCTIONS
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_Venillezliretonteslesconsignesdes6cnrit6et instructions.
Proceduresdecoupe
_Tenez les mains _I'ecart de I'aire
de coupe et de la lame. Gardez
votre denxieme main snr la poignee anxiliaire on le
carter dn moteur. Quand les mains tiennent la scie,
elles nepeuventpasetre coupeespar la lame.
N'introdnisez pas la main sons la piece _travailler.
Le garde ne pent pasvous proteger de la lamesons la
piece&travailler.
Ajustez la profondeur de coupe en fonction de
I'epaisseur de la piece _travailler. II dolt seulement
_tre possible de voir moins d'une dent complete des
dents dela lameau-dessousde la piece& travailler.
HetenezJAMAISla piece_couperdansvosmainsou
snr vos jambes. Fixez la piece _ travailler snr nne
plateforme stable. II importe de supporter I'ouvrage
adequatementafin de minimiser I'exposition corporelle,
le grippagede lameou la pertede contrOle.
Tenez I'outil electroportatif par les surfaces isolees
de prehensionquand vous effectnezune operationau
conrs de laqnelle I'ontil de coupe pent venir en
contact avec des ills dissimnles on son propre
cordon. Le contact avec un fil sous tension rendra
egalement les parties metalliques exposees de I'outil
soustension etcauseradeschocs &I'operateur.
Enrefendant, ntiliseztoujonrsnn guide de refenteon
nne regle. Ceci ameliore I'exactitude de la coupe et
reduit lespossibilites de grippagede la lame.
Utilisez toujours des lames avec trous d'arbre de la
dimensionet de laforme appropriees(en diamantpar
rapport _rondes). Les lames qui ne se marient pas
avec le systeme de montage de la scie ne tourneront
pas rond. IIen resulteraune pertedecontrOle.
N'utilisez jamais des rondelles on boulons de lame
abimes ou incorrects.Les rondelles et les boulons de
lame oat etecon(_usspecialement pour votre scie, pour
une performance optimale et pour un fonctionnement
des plussQrs.
Ce produitest com;upour scier dn bois et prodnits
similaires. L'accumulation de bran de scie provenant
d'autres materiaux (plastique, ma(_onnerieou metaux)
autour du gardeinferieur etdu moyeu risqued'entraver
le fonctionnement du gardeinferieur.
Inspectezla conditionet la qualite du bois et si vons
tronvezdesclons, retirez-lesavantde conper.Lebois
mouille, le bois vert ou le bois traite par pression
necessitent uneattention speciale durant la coupe pour
prevenir le rebond.
Tenez la scie fermement pour prevenirnne perte de
contrOle.Les figures de ce manuel illustrent le support
manueltypique de la scie.
SnivantI'usage, I'interruptenr pentne pasdureraussi
Iongtempsque la scie. Si I'interrupteurfait defauten
position d'arrOt, la scie pent ne pas se mettre en
marche. S'il devient defectueuxpendant que la scie
est enmarche, lasciepentne pass'arrOter.Dans I'un
ou I'autre cas, debranchez la scie immediatementet ne
I'utilisezpas avantqu'elle nesoit r@aree.
Cette scie circulaire ne dolt pas Otremontee snrune
table et convertie en scie de table. Les scies
circulaires ne sont pas con(_uesni destinees _ _tre
utiliseescomme scies detable.
Avertissementsrelatifsauxrebondset
probl_mesassoci_s
Causesetprevention,par I'operatenr,dnrebond:
Le rebondest une reactionsoudaine &unelamede scie
pincee, grippee ou mal alignee, amenant ainsi la scie
non contrOlee & lever et ressortir de I'ouvrage en
direction de I'operateur.
Lorsque la lame est pincee ou grippeefermement par le
trait descie qui se referme,la lame bloque etla reaction
du moteur ramene rapidement I'outil en direction de
I'operateur.
Si la lamedevient tordue ou real alignee dans la coupe,
les dents du bord arriere de la lame peuvents'enfoncer
dans la surface superieure du bois, amenant ainsi la
lame & sortir du trait de scie et & revenir vers
I'operateur.
Le rebond est le resultat d'une utilisation erronee de
I'outil et/ou de methodes ou de conditions de
fonctionnement incorrectes, et on pent I'eviter en
prenantles precautionsappropriees, comme indiqueci-
apres :
Mainteneznnepriseferme avecles deuxmainssurla
scie et positionnez votre corps et votre bras de
maniere _ resister anxforcesde rebond.Positionnez
votre corpsd'nn cote on de I'antre de la lame, mais
pas dans la trajectoire de la lame. Le rebond peut
faire que la lame saute en arriere, mais I'operateur pent
contrOler les forces de rebond en prenant les
precautionsappropriees.
Lorsque la lame grippe ou Iorsqu'nne coupe est
interrompuepour quelqnemotif que ce soit, rel_chez
la g_chette et tenez la scie sans bouger dans
I'onvrage jusqn'_ ce qne la lame s'arrOte
completement.Ne tentez jamais de retirer la scie de
I'ouvrageou de tirer la scie vers I'arriere pendantque
la lame esten mouvement, ce qni ponrraitprovoquer
nn rebond. Recherchezla cause dugrippage de lameet
prenezles mesuresnecessairespour le corriger.
Lorsquevous remettez une scie en marche dans un
onvrage, centrez la lame de scie dans letrait de scie
et assnrez-vonsqne les dents de scie ne sont pas
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engag,6esdartsI'ouvrage.Si la lamedescie grippe, elle
peut remonter ou rebond depuis I'ouvrage Iorsque la
scie est remiseen marche.
Supportezles grospanneauxpourminimiser le risque
de pincement de lame et de rehond. Les gros
panneaux ont tendance _ s'affaisser sous leur propre
poids. Dessupports doivent _treplacessous le panneau
des deux c6t_s, pros de la ligne de coupe et pros du
bord du panneau.
N'utilisez pas une lame 6mouss6e ou ahim_e. Les
lames non affQt_es ou r_gl_es de fa(_oninappropri_e
produisent un trait de scie _troit, ce qui cause une
friction excessive,ungrippage delame etun rebond.
Les leviers de blocage de r6glage de biseau el de
profondeur de lame doivent _tre serr_s et fermes
avant de pratiquer la coupe. Un d@lacement du
r_glage de lame durant la coupe peut causer un
grippageet un rebond.
Redoublerde prudenceen pratiquantune ,, coupeen
guichet >,dans des tours existants ou autres parties
aveugles.La lamefaisant saillie peutcouper des objets
qui peuventcauserun rebond.
Les rondellesde lame et le boulonsurvotre scie out
6t6 cont;us de manibre _ travailler comme un
embrayage pour r_duire I'intensit6 des rebonds.
Comprenez le fonctionnement et les r6glages de
I'EMBRAYAGE A COUPLE VARIABLE. Le r_glage
appropri_ de I'embrayage, combin_ au maniement
fermede lascie, vous permettradecontrOlerle rebond.
Ne placez JAMAISvotre main derriere la lame de la
scie. Lerebondpourrait faire sauter la scie vers I'arri_re
par-dessusvotre main.
N'utilisez pas la scie avec un r6glage excessif de
profondeurde coupe. Uneexposition excessivede la
lame accroYtla possibilit_ detorsion de la lamedans le
trait de scie. ElleaccroYt_galement la surface de lame
pouvant_tre pinc_e,ce qui entrafneraitun rebond.
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Fonctiondugardeinfdrieur
V6rifiez le garde inf_rieur pour vous assurer qu'il
ferme ad6quatementavant chaque usage. N'utilisez
pas la scie si le garde inf_rieur ne bouge pas
librement et ne ferme pas instantan6ment.Ne pincez
ou ne fixez jamais le garde inf6rieur en position
ouverte. Si la scie tombe par m_garde, le garde
inf_rieur peut _tre pli_. Levez le garde inf_rieur
uniquement & I'aide de la levier de levage du garde
inf_rieur, et assurez-vous qu'il bouge librement et ne
vient pasencontact avecla lame ou aucuneautrepiece,
soustousles angleset profondeurs decoupe.
V_rifiez le fonctionnement du ressort du rappel du
garde inf_rieur. Si le garde et le ressort ne
fonctionnent pas ad6quatement, ils doivent _tre
r_par6s avant usage. Le garde inf_rieur peut
fonctionner paresseusement en raison de pi_ces
abYm_es,de d@6ts gommeux ou d'une accumulation
ded_bris.
Le garde inf_rieur dolt _tre r_tract6 manuellement
uniquementpour descoupessp6cialestelles que les
,, coupesen guichet>_et les ,, coupescombin6es >,.
Levez le garde inf_rieur_I'aide du levier de levage
du garde inf_rieur. Le garde inf_rieur dolt _tre
rel_ch6 dosque la lame p6n_tredansI'ouvrage.Pour
toutes lesautres operationsde sciage,le garde inf_rieur
dolt fonctionner automatiquement.
Assurez-voustoujoursque le gardeinf_rieurcouvrela
lame avant de d@oser la scie sur I'_tabli ou le
plancher. Une lame non protegee, qui continue
marcher par inertie, fera reculer la scie, coupant ainsi
tout ce qui est sur son chemin. Sachez le temps qu'il
faut pour que la lame s'arr_te apr_s rel&chement de
Hnterrupteur.
Ne faites pas fonctionnerI'outil quand vousle portez
survotre hanche. Le garde inf_rieurpeut s'ouvrirau
contact avec vos vfitements. Un contact accidentel
avecla lamede scie en rotation pourrait provoquer des
blessuresgraves.
A intervallesp_riodiques, d_posezla lame, nettoyez
les gardes sup_rieur et inf_rieur et la r_gion du
moyeu b I'aide de k_ros_neet essuyezpour s_cher,
ou nettoyez en soufflant de I'air comprim_. Line
maintenance preventive et une utilisation correcte du
garder_duiront la probabilit_d'un accident,
Les travaux _la machine
tel que ponz;age, sciage,
meulage, per_age et autres travaux du b_timent
peuvent crier despoussi_res contenantdes produits
chimiquesqui sourdescauses reconnuesde cancer,
de malformation cong_nitaleou d'autres problbmes
reproductifs. Ces produits chimiques sour, par
exemple:
• Leplomb provenantdes peintures_basede plomb,
• Les cristaux de silices provenant des briques et du
ciment etd'autresproduits de ma(_onnerie,et
• L'arsenic et le chrome provenant des bois trait_s
chimiquement.
Le niveaude risque dQ& cette exposition varie avec la
fr_quence de ces types de travaux. Pour r_duire
rexposition & ces produits chimiques, il faut travailler
dans un lieu bien ventil_ et porter un _quipement de
s_curit_ appropri_ tel que certains masques &poussi_re
conqus sp_cialement pour filtrer les particules
microscopiques.
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