Bosch Power Tools CM12 User manual

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Mitre saws
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“READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS” Failure to follow the SAFETY RULES identified by
BULLET (•) symbol listed BELOW and other safety precautions, may result in serious
personal injury.
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benches and dark areas invite accidents.
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39.::./9296>B61@4.@2@<?1B@A Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
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D5692 <=2?.A6;4 . =<D2? A<<9 Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
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<A52?B;A?.6;21=2?@<;@Tools are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users.
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=<D2?<33Do not leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
! *#%&#$  $%## with pad
lock, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
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An outlet voltage incompatible with that specified
on the nameplate can result in serious hazards
and damage to the tool.
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.;FD.FDouble insulation eliminates the need
for the three wire grounded power cord and
grounded power supply.
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.A<?@There is an increased risk of electric shock
if your body is grounded.
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0<;16A6<;@ Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
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16.A29F Damaged cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
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These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce
the risk of electric shock.
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A moment of inattention or use of drugs, alcohol
or medication while operating power tools can be
dangerous.
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09<A56;4.;149<C2@.D.F3?<::<C6;4=.?A@
Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught
in moving parts. Roll long sleeves above elbows.
Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recom-
mended when working outdoors.
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M#N/23<?2=9B446;46; Carrying tools with
your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that
have the switch “ON” invites accidents.
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AB?;6;4A52A<<9M#"N A wrench or a key that is
left attached to a rotating part of the tool will be
thrown.
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/.9.;02.A.99A6:2@ Proper footing and balance
enables better control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
<;<A@A.;1<;A<<9<?6A@@A.;1 Serious injury
may occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool
is accidentally contacted. Do not store materials
on or near the tool such that it is necessary to
stand on the tool or its stand to reach them.
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4<4492@ Dust mask, safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions. Everyday eyeglasses only have
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
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=9.A3<?: Holding the work by hand or against
your body is unstable. It allows for work to shift,
causes binding of the tool and loss of control.
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.==960.A6<; The correct tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it is designed. Do
not use the tool for purpose not intended - for
example; do not use the miter saw for slicing meats.
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<?M#N Any tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous.
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/23<?2:.86;4.;F.17B@A:2;A@<?05.;46;4
.002@@<?62@ Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
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maintained tools, with sharp cutting edges, are
less likely to bind and easier to control. When
mounting saw blades be certain that the arrow on
the blade matches the direction of the arrow
marked on the tool and that the teeth are also
pointing in the same direction.
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4B.?1@ 6; =9.02 5208 :<C6;4 =.?A@ 3<?
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B@6;4A52A<<9 Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained tools.
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modification is a misuse and may result in serious
personal injury.
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3621 6; A56@ :.;B.9 :.F 0?2.A2 . 5.G.?1
Accessories that may be suitable for one type of
tool, may become hazardous when used on an
inappropriate tool.
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63621?2=.6?=2?@<;;29 Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel may result in
misplacing internal wires and components which
could cause serious hazard.
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?2=9.02:2;A=.?A@<99<D6;@A?B0A6<;@6;A52
!.6;A2;.;02@20A6<;<3A56@:.;B.9 Use of
unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance
Instructions may create a hazard.
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.;1N.?2..@:.?821D6A5.@F:/<9<;A52
/.@2<;<AB@2A56@@.DA<0BA=6202@A5.A
.?2A<<@:.99A</2@20B?29F09.:=21 Your
hand if placed inside the “No Hands”
region can easily slip or be pulled into the blade.
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A5232;02D6A526A52?5.;1A<5<91
1<D;<?@B==<?AA52D<?8=6202?2:<C2D<<1
@0?.=@<?3<?.;F<A52??2.@<; The proximity
of the spinning saw blade to your hand may not
be obvious and you may be seriously injured.
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0BAA6;4Supporting the workpiece “cross handed”
i.e. holding the left side of the workpiece with your
right hand is very dangerous.
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=<D2?@<B?02/23<?2:.86;4.;F.17B@A:2;A@
<? .AA.056;4 .;F .002@@<?62@ You may
unintentionally start the saw, leading to serious
personal injury.
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9682 =?<1B0A@ A52F 0.;;<A /2 B@21 D6A5
./?.@6C2 0BA<33 D5229@ 3<? 0BAA6;4 32??<B@
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@=206360.99F ?20<::2;121 3<? ;<; 32??<B@
:2A.90BAA6;4Cutting ferrous materials causes
excessive sparking and will damage the lower
guard and will overload the motor.
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D<?8=62026@/<D21<?D.?=2109.:=6AD6A5
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“READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS” Failure to follow the SAFETY RULES identified by
BULLET (•) symbol listed BELOW and other safety precautions, may result in serious
personal injury.
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A5296;2<3A520BABent or warped workpieces
can twist or rock and may cause binding on the
spinning saw blade while cutting. Also, make sure
there are no nails or foreign objects in the work-
piece.
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A<<9@ D<<1 @0?.=@ 2A0 2E02=A A52 D<?8
=6202Small debris or loose pieces of wood or
other objects that contact the revolving blade can
be thrown with high speed at the operator.
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M3?225.;1N6;.;FD.F*<?8=6202:B@A/2
@A.A6<;.?F .;1 09.:=21 <? /?.021 /F F<B?
5.;1 Saw must be fed through the workpiece
smoothly and at a rate which will not overload the
saw’s motor.
BA <;9F <;2 D<?8=6202 .A . A6:2 Multiple
workpieces cannot be adequately clamped or
braced and may bind on the blade or shift during
cutting.
202?A.6;A52:6A2?@.D6@:<B;A21<?=9.021
<;.92C2936?:D<?8@B?3.02/23<?2B@6;4 A
level and firm work surface reduces the risk of the
miter saw becoming unstable.
$9.;F<B?D<?8 $?<C612 .12>B.A2@B==<?A
.002@@<?62@@B05.@A./92@@.D5<?@2@A./92
2EA2;@6<;2A03<?D<?8=6202@D612?<?9<;42?
A5.;A52A./92A<=@22=.42). Workpieces
longer or wider than the miter saw table can tip if
not securely supported. If the cutoff piece or work-
piece tips it can lift the lower guard or be thrown
by the spinning blade.
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Unstable support for the workpiece can cause the
blade to bind or the workpiece to shift
during the cutting operation pulling you and the
helper into the spinning blade.
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<?=?2@@B?21/F.;F<A52?:2.;@.4.6;@AA52
@=6;;6;4@.D/9.12 If confined, i.e. using length
stops, it could get wedged against the blade and
thrown violently.
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=?<=2?9F @B==<?A ?<B;1 :.A2?6.9 @B05 .@
1<D29?<1@<?AB/6;4Rods have a tendency to
roll while being cut, causing the blade to “biteand
pull the work with your hand into the blade.
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=9.;F<B?D<?8@<6AD699;<A@96=.;1=6;05A52
/9.12.;1/2A<?;3?<:F<B?5.;1 
A piece of molding, for example, must lie flat or be
held by a fixture or jig that will not let it twist, rock
or slip while being cut.
2AA52/9.12?2.053B99@=221/23<?20<;A.0A
6;4A52D<?8=6202 This will help avoid thrown
workpieces.
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/<4421 1<D; AB?; :6A2? @.D M#N /F
?292.@6;4@D6A05*.6A3<?.99:<C6;4=.?A@A<
@A<=.;1B;=9B4A52:6A2?@.DA52;D<?8A<
3?22 A52 7.::21 :.A2?6.9 Continued sawing
with jammed workpiece could cause loss of
control or damage to miter saw.
?.86;4 .0A6<; <3 A52 @.D 0.B@2@ A52 @.D
52.1 A< 72?8 1<D;D.?1 Be ready for this
reaction when making an incomplete cut or when
releasing the switch before the head is completely
in the down position.
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YOUR HAND UNDER A COASTING BLADE IS
DANGEROUS!
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=9.02 Always remember that a careless fraction
of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
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“READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS” Failure to follow the SAFETY RULES identified by
BULLET (•) symbol listed BELOW and other safety precautions, may result in serious
personal injury.
!
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BULLET (•) symbol listed BELOW and other safety precautions, may result in serious per-
sonal injury.
!
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THINK SAFETY! SAFETY IS A COMBINATION
OF OPERATOR’S COMMON SENSE, KNOWL-
EDGE OF THE SAFETY AND OPERATING IN-
STRUCTIONS AND ALERTNESS AT ALL TIMES
WHEN THE MITER SAW IS BEING USED.
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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 spe-
cially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
!
WARNING
!
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“READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow the SAFETY RULES identified by
BULLET (•) symbol listed BELOW and other safety precautions, may result in serious
personal injury.
!
WARNING
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Double insulation is a design concept used in
electric power tools which eliminates the need for
the three wire grounded power cord and grounded
power supply system. It is a recognized and ap-
proved system by Underwriter’s Laboratories, CSA
and Federal OSHA authorities.
Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires
care and knowledge of the system and should be
performed only by a qualified service technician.
WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL RE-
PLACEMENT PARTS.
POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of elec-
trical shock, your tool is equipped with a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the other), this plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to in-
stall the proper outlet. To reduce the risk of electri-
cal shock, do not change the plug in any way.
EA2;@6<;<?1@
Replace damaged cords immediately. Use of
damaged cords can shock, burn or electrocute.
If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with ade-
quate size conductors should be used to prevent ex-
cessive voltage drop, loss of power or overheating.
The table shows the correct size to use, depending
on cord length and nameplate amperage rating of
tool. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. Always
use U.L. and CSA listed extension cords.
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"#' The smaller the gauge number, the heavier
the cord.
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3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16
18 16 16 14 0.75 0.75 1.5 2.5
18 16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
18 16 14 12 0.75 1.0 2.5 4.0
16 16 14 12 1.0 2.5 4.0
14 12 — — — — — —
25 50 100 150 15 30 60 120
<?1 2;4A56;22A <?1 2;4A56;!2A2?@
'./92<3<;A2;A@
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General Safety Rules For Bench Top Tools .2-3
Safety Rules For Miter Saws . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
'./92<3<;A2;A@ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
920A?60.9%2>B6?2:2;A@ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2AA6;4'<;<D,<B?!6A2?&.D . . . . . . .7-9
(;=.086;4.;152086;4<;A2;A@ . . . . .10
@@2:/9F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-13
Tools Needed for Assembly and Alignment .10
Removing and installing Blades . . . . . . . . . .10-12
Assembling Dust Elbow and Dust Bag . . . . .12
Attaching Miter Lock Knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
17B@A:2;A@ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-16
Checking Bevel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . .13
Checking Left 45° Bevel Adjustment . . . . . . .14
Adjusting Bevel Scale Pointer . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Calibrating Miter Detent System . . . . . . . . . .15
Miter Scale Pointer Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . .15
Kerf Insert Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
'?.;@=<?A6;4.;1!<B;A6;4 . . . . . . . . . . .16-17
Preparing to Lift the Saw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Lift the Saw by Rear Carry Handle . . . . . . . .17
Lift the Saw by the Cast-In Carry Handles . .17
$9.02:2;A.;1!<B;A6;4 . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-18
Workbench Permanent Attachment . . . . . .17
Alternate Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
.@60&.D#=2?.A6<;@ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19
Switch Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Body and Hand Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
$?2=.?6;43<?&.D#=2?.A6<;@ . . . . . . . .20
Workpiece Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Operating Sliding Fence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Removing Sliding Fence . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
.@60&.D#=2?.A6<;@ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-25
Adjusting Sliding Fence Lock Lever . . . . . .21
Long Workpiece Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Additional Workpiece Support . . . . . . . . . .21
Using Miter Detent System . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Miter Detent Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Chop Cut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Miter Cut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Bevel Cut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Compound Cuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Cutting Base Molding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
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Connect this saw to a 120V, 15-amp branch circuit
with a 15-amp fuse or circuit breaker. Using the
wrong size fuse can damage the motor.
Fuses may “blow” or circuit breakers may trip fre-
quently if motor is overloaded. Overloading can
occur if you feed the blade into the workpiece too
rapidly or start and stop too often in a short time.
Most motor troubles may be traced to loose or in-
correct connections, overload, low voltage (such
as small size wire in the supply circuit or too overly
long supply circuit wire). Always check the con-
nections, the load and the supply circuit whenever
motor does not work well.
920A?60?.82
Your saw is equipped with an automatic electric
brake which is designed to stop the blade from spin-
ning in about five (5) seconds after you release the
trigger switch.
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The electric blade brake of your miter saw has been
designed for highest degree of reliability, but unex-
pected circumstances such as contamination on the
commutator and brushes or failure of motor’s com-
ponents can cause the brake not to activate. If this
condition occurs, turn the saw “ON” and “OFFfour
to five times without contacting the workpiece. If the
tool operates but the brake does not consistently
stop the blade in about five (5) seconds, DO NOT
use saw and have it serviced immediately.
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2AA6;4'<;<D,<B?!6A2?&.D&22=.42
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%2.?#;25.;121.??F.;192 – This handle
is positioned for optimal one-handed carrying.
'<=.??F.;192 – This handle is built into the
head assembly for transportation.
&D6A05 <08#'<4492 The toggle needs to
be moved left or right before the power switch can
be pressed.
$<D2?&D6A05 The power switch used with the
Lock-OFF Toggle energizes the unit.
&D6A05.;192 The power switch used with the
ambidextrous toggle energizes the saw.
 <D2?9.12B.?1<D2?9.12B.?1 6=
The lower blade guard helps protect your hands
from the spinning blade. It retracts as the blade is
lowered. Lip can be used to raise the lower guard
when guard becomes jammed on a workpiece.
9.12 Use only 12” (305 mm) blades with 1”
(25.4 mm) arbor hole.
9.12*?2;05&A<?.42 Used in blade change
process; tightening and loosening blade and blade
guard.
56=23920A<? This protects against large chips
from entering the upper guard.
(==2?9.12B.?1 – Covers upper portion of
the blade.
&9616;42;02 Supports the workpiece and
features cast-in scales for repetitive cuts and holes
to secure an auxiliary fence. Slide left side out prior
to beveling head left. Right side is stationary.
&A.A6<;.?F2;02 Stationary fence is bolted
to the base and will support the workpiece when the
sliding fence is removed. (Note the right side does
not slide or remove.)
!
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!
WARNING
!
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Cutting Crown Molding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-32
Special Cuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
!.6;A2;.;02.;1 B/?60.A6<; . . . . . . . . .33-34
'?<B/92@5<<A6;4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-36
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
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


2?3;@2?A Kerf inserts can be adjusted to dif-
ferent blade widths to minimize workpiece tear out.
!6A2?2A2;A#C2??612 Allows detent action to
be locked out allowing for adjustments to any miter
angle.
!6A2? <08;</ The miter lock knob locks
the miter saw table at any desired miter angle.
!6A2?2A2;A 2C2? The lever releases the
table from the detent.
!6A2?&0.92!6A2?$<6;A2? The pointer rotates
with the table and blade. It points to the miter scale
to indicate the angle setting before a cut is made.
!6A2?2A2;A@$9.A2 – There are ten (10) miter
detent slots for fast and accurate miter cuts of com-
mon angles. The position of the plate can be ad-
justed to set the accuracy of its detent locations.
!6A2?2A2;A$9.A2&0?2D@ – Four screws ac-
cessible through holes in the miter scale. The
screws are loosened when adjusting detent plate
position.
'./92 Sits in base, provides workpiece sup-
port, rotates for desired miter cuts and rotates the
head assembly.
&9616;4.@2EA2;@6<;@ Provides working
surface to support workpiece, expands to support
longer materials.
.@2EA2;@6<;9.:=6;4 2C2?@ – Lock the
base extensions at the desired positions.
'<<9!<B;A6;4$.1@ – The four corners of the
saw provide areas to clamp, bolt or nail/screw the
saw to a flat work surface.
B@A5BA2 Directs sawdust up and through
elbow to the dust bag.

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B@A9/<D Connects the dust chute to the
dust bag. Can be rotated to direct dust.
B@A.4 Captures chips and dust. Has zipper
at the bottom. Bag can be uncoupled from elbow or
chute for emptying.
 <D2? B.?1 0AB.A6<; 6;8 –Allows for
smooth movement of the lower guard.
!.A2?6.99.:= Used to hold the workpiece
to the table and base; insert into clamp post location
(item 29).
9.:=$<@A9<0.A6<; Insert material clamp
post into hole prior to locking.
?B@5.=@ – Keeps motor brushes in position
and provides easy access for inspecting and replac-
ing brushes.
 2C29 <08 2C2? Locks and unlocks the
head assembly at a desired bevel angle.
2C29&0.92.;1$<6;A2?@ Allows user to eas-
ily read bevel angles. Pointer indicates current
angle.
 23A2C29&A<=@ Adjust for 47°, 45°, and
33.9° bevel stops (crown molding setting).
H%645A2C29&A<= Slide front or back for
or -2° bevel stop to right.
?/<? <08 Press arbor lock button to keep
blade from rotating when loosening or tightening
arbor bolt during blade removal or installation.
2.1@@2:/9F <08$6; Used to lock the
head assembly in lower position for transporting.






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Should be no Gap or Overlap
when Square is Flipped Over
in Dotted Position
Draw Light
Line on Board
Along this Edge
Straight Edge of Board 3/4"
Thick This Edge Must be
Perfectly Straight
Combination Square Must be True
Combination Square
Multi Purpose “L” Wrench 6/4mm
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Never carry the tool by the cord or head assembly
power switch handle.
The CM12 Miter Saw is shipped complete in one box.
1. Separate all parts from packing materials and
check each one with the Table of Loose Parts” to
make sure all items are accounted for before
discarding any packing material.
2. Table of Loose Parts:
Workpiece Clamp - Used to clamp workpieces.
Dust Elbow/Dust Bag - Used to collect saw dust.
Multi purpose “L” wrench - Should be stored on
the left rear base.
Miter Lock Knob - Used to lock the table at desired
miter angle.
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1. Position the saw in the UP position and at
bevel. If in the DOWN position, press down slightly
on the saw head assembly and pull out the head as-
sembly lock pin (item 36, page 8); then allow the saw
head to come up (See Figure 3).
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2. Remove the blade wrench and raise the lower
guard to its highest point, exposing the forward
cover plate screw. (see Figure 3)
3. Loosen the forward cover plate screw with the
4 mm portion of the blade wrench approximately four
rotations. This will allow the cover plate to rotate 30°
upward and expose the arbor shaft and bolt. The
guard will hold itself in place while blade changes
are made. (see Figure 4)
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1. Press and hold the arbor lock (red button on op-
posite side of upper guard item 35, page 9).
Rotate the blade slowly while pressing the arbor lock
until it fully seats into its lock position.
2. Using the 6/4mm hex key, loosen the blade bolt
by firmly turning it clockwise. NOTE: This bolt has
left-hand threads.
3. Remove the blade bolt and outer washer. Care-
fully grab the blade. Slide the blade away from the
inner washer and off the arbor shaft, then down and
away from the saw. Leave the inner washer on the
arbor shaft. (see Figure 5)
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1. Follow all “Moving Guard Assemblyand “Remov-
ing Bladesteps.
2. Carefully handle the new blade. Check that the
rotation arrow on the blade matches the rotation
arrow on the upper guard (see Figure 5). Slide the
blade up and between the sides of the chip deflector
and over the arbor shaft. Move the blade so its arbor
hole goes around the support ring of the inner
washer. (See Figure 6).
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The dust collection system used on this tool is
unique because it is not attached to the upper
guard. This placement provides superior dust col-
lection for the majority of cuts.
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The CM12 offers two dust chute configurations, ei-
ther with or without the dust elbow.
Use the dust elbow when working in tight locations
or up against a wall where space is limited behind
the saw. For optimal dust collection, set the dust
elbow aside and connect the dust bag directly to
the dust chute.
To attach the dust elbow, slide the elbow onto the
dust chute for a pressure fit (Fig. 7).
Direct the elbow in any direction preferred based
on your tool setup and location.
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To attach the dust bag, slide the bag onto the dust
chute or the elbow for a pressure fit. (See Figure 7)
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After the dust bag is 2/3 to 3/4 full, remove it form
the saw. Bring the bag to a proper container and
pull open the zipper located on the bottom of the
bag. Hold the bag by the coupler end and shake it
vigorously until all the dust and debris fall from it.
Close zipper and reattach the bag to the saw.
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3. Place the outer washer over the arbor shaft and
finger-tighten the blade bolt (counterclockwise).
Check that the blade remained on the inner
washer’s support ring.
4. Rotate the blade slowly while pressing the arbor
lock until it fully seats into its lock position.
5. Using the 6/4mm hex key, firmly tighten the blade
bolt counterclockwise. NOTE: This bolt has lefthand
threads. Do not over tighten. A 6mm hex key may
be used as an alternate.
6. Slowly rotate the upper guard down and the cover
plate will also rotate until it seats on top of the for-
ward cover plate screw.
7. Once in place, rotate the upper guard back up and
it will expose the forward cover plate screw. (See
Figure 3) Tighten the screw and release the lower
guard
8. Be sure the arbor lock is released so the blade
turns freely.
9. Place the 6/4mm hex key back in storage area.
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NOTE: Your miter saw was completely adjusted at
the factory. However, during shipment, slight mis-
alignment may have occurred. Check the following
settings and adjust if necessary prior to using this
miter saw.
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1. Lower head assembly and engage head assem-
bly lock pin.
2. Rotate table to 0° miter position and lock.
3. Pull forward bevel lock lever to unlock bevel.
4. Tilt the saw assembly to the left, then rotate saw
assembly to the right until you feel the stop in the
vertical position. This is where the saw is currently
set for 0° bevel cut.
5. Use a combination square to check blade
squareness to the table. Place the square on the
table and press it against the blade. If the blade
does not contact the full length of the square, fol-
low the calibration procedure. (See Figure 9)
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Note: Use a 1/2” (13mm) wrench for adjustment.
Note: Calibrating the bevel setting automatically
calibrates the 33.9° left stop and -2° right stop.
1. Lower head assembly and engage head assem-
bly lock pin.
2. Pull the bevel lock forward to unlock the head
assembly.
3. Locate the bevel stop bolt below the bevel lock
handle on the right side of the bevel post. This bolt
features a lock nut. (See Figure 10)
4. Loosen the bevel stop bolt a quarter turn and
then loosen the lock nut. When this is complete
you will be able to adjust the bevel stop bolt by
hand.
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Locate the miter gauge lock knob from among the
loose parts, and thread shaft on lock knob into hole
provided. (See Figure 8)
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A. Rotate the bevel stop bolt clockwise to adjust
the head to the left.
B. Rotate the bevel stop bolt counter-clockwise
to adjust the head to the right.
5. Follow the procedure in “CheckingBevel Ad-
justment” to check your modifications. If further ad-
justment is required, repeat the steps above.
6. Once satisfactory, lock the bevel lock at to
prevent movement.
7. Finger tighten the lock nut in place. Once se-
cured, tighten the lock nut with wrench.
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1. Lower head assembly and engage head as-
sembly lock pin.
2. Rotate table to 0° miter position and lock.
3. Slide the fence completely to the left to avoid
hitting it with the saw head.
4. Pull forward bevel lock lever to unlock bevel.
5. Check range of bevel range selector stop. It
should be at 45°. (See Figure 11)
6. Tilt the saw assembly to the left until you feel it
stop. This is where the saw is currently set for
45° bevel cut.
7. Use a combination square to check blade
squareness to the table. Place the combination
square on the table and press its 4surface
against the blade. If the blade does not contact
the full length of the square, follow the calibra-
tion procedure. (See Figure 12)
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Note: Use a 1/2” (13mm) wrench for adjustment.
Note: Calibrating the bevel setting automatically
calibrates the 33.9° and 47° left stops.
1. Lower head assembly and engage head as-
sembly lock pin.
2. Slide the fence completely to the left to avoid
hitting it with the saw head.
3. Check bevel range selector stop located on the
left side of the bevel post on the table. It should
be at 45°.
4. Pull the bevel lock forward to unlock the head
assembly.
5. Locate the bevel stop bolt along the left side of
the bevel post. This bolt features a lock nut.
(See Figure 11)
4. Loosen the bevel stop bolt a quarter turn and
then loosen the lock nut. When this is complete
you will be able to adjust the bevel stop bolt by
hand.
A. Rotate the bevel stop bolt clockwise to
adjust the head to the right.
B. Rotate the bevel stop bolt counter-clock-
wise to adjust the head to the left.
5. Follow the procedure in “Checking left 45° Bevel
Adjustment” to check your modifications. If fur-
ther adjustment is required, repeat the steps
above.
6. Once satisfactory, lock the bevel lock at 45° to
prevent movement.
7. Finger tighten the lock nut in place. Once se-
cured, tighten with wrench.
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Once you have adjusted the blade to the correct
angle, make sure to adjust the Bevel Scale Pointer.
To do so,
1. Loosen the screw which holds the pointer in place
a quarter turn. (See Figure 13)
2. Align the pointer with the line and retighten
screw.
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1. Engage the miter detent at the 0° position.
Loosen the miter lock knob 1/2 turn.
2. Look for four round holes in the miter scale plate.
In each hole is a screw. Use the small end of the
6/4mm hex key or a 4mm hex key to loosen all
four screws 1 to 2 turns. This will loosen the miter
detent plate (see Figure 14).
3. Lock saw down using the head assembly lock
pin (item 36 – page 8).
4. Hold one side of a 90° combination square
against the fence and rotate the table (and de-
tent plate) until the side of the saw blade is in full
contact with the other side of the square. (See
Figure 15)
5. Tighten all four screws loosen and reset the
miter scale pointer to the “0position.
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1. Rotate table to 0° position and lock in place.
2. Raise the head assembly to the full UP position.
3. Loosen the pointer adjust screw that holds the
miter scale pointer in place (see Figure 16).
4. Position the pointer to align with the line.
Tighten the screw.
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The kerf inserts should be adjusted close to the
blade, but without touching the blade, to avoid tear-
out on the bottom of the workpiece.
1. Hold the saw head assembly down and push in
the head assembly lock pin (item 36 page 8)
to keep the saw in the DOWN position.
2. Loosen the two kerf insert screws using a #2
Phillips screwdriver.
3. Adjust the kerf inserts as close to the blade
(teeth) as possible without touching the blade.
4. Tighten the kerf screws.
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may slightly cut into kerf insert.
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and loop strap to hold the wrapped cord together.
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.;6@:=.?A@ The saw may move and cause se-
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lift with your legs, not your back.
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tempting to lift or carry the tool by the power cord
will damage the insulation and the wire connec-
tions, resulting in electric shock or fire.
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Set bevel angle at and lock in place using the
bevel lock lever.
Rotate the table to either 45 or and lock into place
using the miter lock knob.
Lock the saw head in the DOWN position with the
head lock pin.
Check that each base table extension is in the
closed position and locked in place (See Figure 18).
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Rotate saw so the back of the saw is facing you.
Grasping the top carry handle with one hand and the
rear carry handle with the other, lift the saw off the
work surface. Using one hand, lower the bottom of
the base in line with your leg. This is the optimal po-
sition to carry the saw one-handed. (See Figure 19)
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With the saw facing you and the head mitered to
45°, grip either both cast-in carry handles located
under the base table extension or one cast-in carry
handle and the top carry handle. (See Figure 18)
Continue to lift and transport comfortably.
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1. Each of the four mounting holes should be
bolted securely using 5/16" bolts, lock washers
and hex nuts (not included).
2. Locate and mark where the saw is to be
mounted.
3. Drill four 5/16" diameter holes through work-
bench.
4. Place the miter saw on the workbench, aligning
holes in base with holes drilled in workbench.
Install bolts, lock washers and hex nuts (See
Figure 20).
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The smaller mounting holes at each corner can be
used for nails or longer drywall screws.
The supporting surface where the saw is to be
mounted should be examined carefully after
mounting to ensure that no movement can occur
during use. If any tipping or walking is noted, se-
cure the workbench or stand before operating the
miter saw.
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could crack foot or damage base.
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If necessary, clamp the miter saw to a workbench
or table top.
Place two or more “C” clamps on the clamping
areas and secure (see Figure 21). There are
clamping areas at all four corners of the saw.
Be careful not to place clamps over the base ex-
tension clamping levers (see Figure 21).
Mounting with clamps may prevent access to
some wide miter angles.
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For safety, the switch lever is designed to prevent
accidental starts. To operate safety switch, slide the
switch “Lock-OFFtoggle with either thumb to dis-
engage the lock, then pull the power switch lever
and release the switch “Lock-OFF” toggle (Figure
22). When the power switch lever is released, the
switch “Lock-OFF” toggle will engage the power
switch lever automatically, and the lever will no
longer operate until either “Lock-Off” toggle is en-
gaged again(see Figure 22)
NOTE: Switch lever can accommodate a padlock
with a long shackle of up to 1/4" in diameter (not
provided with miter saw) to prevent unauthorized
use.
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Hands Zone is defined as the area between
marked lines on the left and right side of the table,
including the entire Table and portion of the Fence
within these marked lines. This zone is labeled by
“No Hands” symbols placed along side the marked
lines on the table. The marked “No Hands Zone
on the product is valid for making cut at zero miter
and zero bevel. When making cut other than at
zero miter and zero bevel setting, always check to
ensure your hand is placed at least six (6) inches
away from the projected path of the saw blade.
Always use clamp to hold workpiece against the
table and fence when making compound miter cuts.
Do not support by hand.
Hold workpiece firmly to the fence to prevent
movement.
Keep hands in position until trigger has been re-
leased and blade has stopped completely.
Keep feet firmly on the floor and maintain proper
balance.
Follow the miter arm when mitering left or right.
Stand slightly to the side of the saw blade.
Sight through the lower guard if following a pencil
line.
Before making any cut, with the power off, lower
the blade to preview the blade path - dry run.
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Typically this may occur when trying to cut work-
pieces that are near the maximum cutting height
capacity. Under these conditions, the workpiece
can stop the lower guard movement before the
downward motion of the arm could preopen the
lower guard. If this occurs:
Workpiece must be securely clamped. This frees
your left hand to raise the guard by the lip just
enough to clear the workpiece. (See Figure 24)
Start the saw and begin your cut.
Once you have cleared the position where the
lower guard may bind, release the guard and it will
continue to raise automatically as you cut.
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%,O%("LIt is important to know where the blade
will intersect with the workpiece during cutting oper-
ations. Always perform the simulated cutting se-
quence with the power tool switched OFF to gain an
understanding of the projected path of the saw
blade. Mentally note where the path of saw blade
will fall and set up your work to keep your hands and
arms at least six (6) inches away from the projected
path of the spinning blade. Adjust your clamps and
fences so that the smooth lower guard and cutting
action is not interfered with during cutting operation.
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secures a workpiece to the table or base.
1. Insert the clamp’s knurled bar down into a clamp
post hole; there are two post holes located in the
base behind the fence. The knurled end must be
in the post at least 1/2".
2. Slide the clamp down until its rubber foot con-
tacts the workpiece.
3. Adjust the clamp height so it does not touch the
sliding fence.
4. Rotate the clamp’s knob until the workpiece is
firmly held in place (See Figure 25).
5. Move saw head up and down and forward and
back to be sure it clears the clamp.
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clamps can be used to hold the workpiece firmly
against the table and the fence. Make sure the
clamps are clear of the cutting path.
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1. Pull the fence lock lever toward front of tool to
loosen fence (See Figure 26).
2. Slide fence to the desired position. (See Figure
27)
3. Push the lock lever toward rear of tool to lock
fence position. (See Figure 26)
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1. Lift up on the cover plate tab and rotate it away
from the fence. (See Figure 26)
2. Push the lock lever toward front of saw to loosen
the fence.
3.
Slide the fence all the way out, away from the saw
head.
4. Lift up on the sliding fence to remove.
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Bosch Power Tools CM12 User manual

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