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or dark areas invite accidents.
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/5*66*+5. 52:>2-< 0*<.< 8; -><=Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
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89.;*=270 * 98@.; =885 Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
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and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric
shock.
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*7-;./;20.;*=8;<There is an increased risk
of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
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,87-2=287< Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
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=885..9,8;-*@*B/;861.*=825<1*;9
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cords increase the risk of electric shock.
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><.*7.A=.7<287,8;-<>2=*+5./8;8>=-88;
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reduces the risk of electric shock.
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2<>7*?82-*+5.><.*;8>7-*>5=2;,>2=
7=.;;>9=.;9;8=.,=.-<>995BUse of
an GFCI reduce the risk of electric shock.
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B8>*;.=2;.-8;>7-.;=1.27/5>.7,.8/-;>0<
*5,81858;6.-2,*=287A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
$<.9.;<87*59;8=.,=2?..:>296.7=5@*B<
@.*; .B. 9;8=.,=287 Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
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Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energizing power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
!.68?.*7B*-3><=2704.B8;@;.7,1+./8;.
=>;7270 =1. 98@.; =885 87 A wrench or a
key left attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal injury.
878=8?.;;.*,1..99;89.;/88=270*7-
+*5*7,. *= *55 =26.< This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
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8; 3.@.5;B ..9 B8>; 1*2; ,58=1270 *7-
058?.< *@*B /;86 68?270 9*;=< Loose
clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
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8/-><=.A=;*,=287*7-,855.,=287 /*,252=2.<
.7<>;.=1.<. *;. ,877.,=.-*7-9;89.;5B
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,8;;.,=98@.; =885/8;B8>;*9952,*=287The
correct power tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
878=><.=1.98@.;=8852/=1.<@2=,1-8.<
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cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
!.*-*55<*/.=B@*;7270<*7-*5527<=;>,=287<Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
"%&!""#!$#"!$#$!!!
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
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+./8;. 6*4270*7B*-3><=6.7=< ,1*70270
*,,.<<8;2.< 8; <=8;270 98@.;=885< Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
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89.;*=. =1. 98@.; =885 Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
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Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
..9,>==270=885<<1*;9*7-,5.*7Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
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*7- =1. @8;4 =8 +. 9.;/8;6.- Use of the
power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
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!.,1*;0. 875B @2=1 =1. ,1*;0.; <9.,2/2.-
+B =1. 6*7>/*,=>;.; A charger that is
suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.
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-.<207*=.-+*==.;B9*,4< Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and
fire.
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Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
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battery may cause irritation or burns.
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;.9*2; 9.;<87 ><270 875B 2-.7=2,*5
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safety of the power tool is maintained.
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@1.;.=1.,>==270 *,,.<<8;B6*B,87=*,=
12--.7@2;2708; 2=< 8@7 ,8;- Cutting
accessory contacting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live"
and could give the operator an electric shock.
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<.,>;. *7- <>998;==1. @8;492.,. =8 *
<=*+5.95*=/8;6 Holding the work by hand or
against your body leaves it unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
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2=27B8>;1*7-8;*,;8<<5.0< Small or thin
material may flex or vibrate with the blade,
causing loss of control.
878=><.*-*6*0.- +5*-. Before each
use inspect the blade for cracks, chips or other
damage. Replace a damaged blade
immediately.
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+5*-. 8/ =12< =885 Lubrication will cause
blade to slip within tool.
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,>==270 Lubrication will cause blade to slip
within tool.
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,87=;85Figures in this manual illustrate typical
hand support of the saw.
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reach under the material being cut. The
proximity of the blade to your hand is hidden
from your sight.
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6*=.;2*5 0>2-. Always start cut with
workpiece on the material guide. When tool
starts work will be pulled to the material
guide and can pinch your fingers.
./8;.<=*;=270=8,>==>;7=885*7-
*558@=1.+5*-.=8,86.=8/>55<9..- Tool
can chatter or vibrate if blade speed is too
slow at beginning of cut.
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workpiece will be hot.
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prolonged use.
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9;.<<>;. =8 =1. =885 @1.7 ,>==270
Overstressing the blade increases the
loading and susceptibility to twisting or
binding of the blade in the cut and the
possibility of blade breakage.
GFCI and personal protection devices like
electrician’s rubber gloves and footwear will
further enhance your personal safety.
878=><. 875B ;*=.- =885< @2=1 *
98@.;<>995B 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.
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*7- 0;.*<. Slippery hands cannot safely
control the power tool.
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<9;270< 6*B +. 269;89.;5B 68>7=.-
Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline,
carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may
damage plastic parts.
7<>;. =1. <@2=,1 2< 27 =1. 8// 98<2=287
+./8;.27<.;=270+*==.;B9*,4 Inserting the
battery pack into power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
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<*7-270 <*@2700;27-270
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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 specially designed
to filter out microscopic particles.
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$<.875B=1. ,1*;0.;@12,1 *,,869*72.-
B8>;9;8->,= 8; -2;.,= ;.95*,.6.7=*<
52<=.-27=1.,*=*5808;=12<6*7>*5 Do not
substitute any other charger. Use only Bosch
approved chargers with your product. See
Functional Description and Specifications.
878=-2<*<<.6+5.,1*;0.;8;89.;*=.=1.
,1*;0.; 2/ 2= 1*< ;.,.2?.- * <1*;9 +58@
+..7-;899.-8;8=1.;@2<.-*6*0.-27*7B
@*B !.95*,. -*6*0.- ,8;- 8; 95>0<
266.-2*=.5BIncorrect reassembly or damage
may result in electric shock or fire.
8 78= ;.,1*;0. +*==.;B 27 -*69 8; @.=
.7?2;876.7=878=.A98<.,1*;0.;=8;*27
8; <78@ /+*==.;B ,*<. 2< ,;*,4.- 8;
8=1.;@2<. -*6*0.- -8 78= 27<.;= 27=8
,1*;0.; Battery short or fire may result.
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1*;0.875B8<,1*99;8?.-;.,1*;0.*+5.
+*==.;2.< See Functional Description and
Specifications. Other types of batteries may
burst causing personal injury and damage.
1*;0.+*==.;B9*,427=.69.;*=>;.<*+8?.
-.0;..< -.0;..< *7- +.58@
-.0;..< -.0;..< "=8;.=885
*7- +*==.;B 9*,4 27 58,*=287< @1.;.
=.69.;*=>;.<@25578=.A,..--.0;..<
-.0;..< This is important to prevent
serious damage to the battery cells.
*==.;B 5.*4*0.6*B8,,>;>7-.;.A=;.6.
><*0. 8; =.69.;*=>;. ,87-2=287< ?82-
,87=*,= @2=1 <427 *7- .B.< 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. If the
liquid contacts your eyes, flush them with water
for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek medical
attention.
5*,. ,1*;0.; 87 /5*= 787/5*66*+5.
<>;/*,.< *7- *@*B /;86 /5*66*+5.
6*=.;2*5< @1.7 ;.,1*;0270 +*==.;B 9*,4
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.
$<. 8/ *7 *==*,16.7= 78= ;.,86
6.7-.-8;<85-+B8<,1@255;.<>5=27*;2<4
8//2;..5.,=;2,<18,48;273>;B=89.;<87<
&1.7 +*==.;2.< *;. 78= 27
=8858;,1*;0.;4..9=1.6
*@*B /;86 6.=*5 8+3.,=< For example, to
protect terminals from shorting F#
place batteries in a tool box or pocket with
nails, screws, keys, etc. Fire or injury may
result.
# $# ##!" # ! !
' " # # They may
explode.
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WARNING
*==.;B*;.
8 78= *==.69= =8-2<*<
<.6+5. =1. +*==.;B 8;
;.68?.*7B,86987.7=9;83.,=270/;86=1.
+*==.;B =.;627*5< Fire or injury may result.
Prior to disposal, protect exposed terminals
with heavy insulating tape to prevent shorting.
#$##!"
If equipped with a lithium-ion battery, the
battery must be collected, recycled or disposed
of in an environ mentally 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 munici pal 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
resources.”
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WARNING
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!## 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.
"B6+85 *6. .<207*=287A95*7*=287
V Volts Voltage (potential)
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
kg Kilograms Weight
min Minutes Time
s Seconds Time
Diameter Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.
n
0
No load speed Rotational speed, at no load
n Rated speed Manufacturers rated speed
.../min Revolutions or reciprocation Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
per minute orbits etc. per minute
0 Off position Zero speed, zero torque...
1, 2, 3, ... Selector settings Speed, torque or position settings.
I, II, III, Higher number means greater speed
Infinitely variable selector with off Speed is increasing from 0 setting
Arrow Action in the direction of arrow
Alternating current Type or a characteristic of current
Direct current Type or a characteristic of current
Alternating or direct current Type or a characteristic of current
Class II construction Designates Double Insulated
Construction tools.
Earthing terminal Grounding terminal
Warning symbol Alerts user to warning messages
Li-ion RBRC seal Designates Li-ion battery recycling
program
Ni-Cad RBRC seal Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling
program
Read manual symbol Alerts user to read manual
Wear eye protection symbol Alerts user to wear eye protection
"B6+85<
0
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This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards
Association.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards
Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool complies to NOM Mexican Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories,
to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing
Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.
"B6+85<,87=27>.-
!## 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.
This symbol designates that this tool is recognized by Underwriters Laboratories.
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>7,=287*5.<,;29=287*7-"9.,2/2,*=287<
2<,877.,= +*==.;B 9*,4 /;86 =885 +./8;. 6*4270 *7B *<<.6+5B
*-3><=6.7=< 8; ,1*70270 *,,.<<8;2.<. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
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8-.57>6+.; BSH180
Voltage rating 18 V
No load speed n
0
530/min (SFPM)
*==.;B9*,4 BAT609 & BAT618
1*;0.; BC630 & BC660
Voltage rating 120 V 60 Hz
*9*,2=2.<
Round stock 2-1/2"
Rectangular 2-1/2" x 2-1/2"
5*-."2C. 28-7/8" x 1/2" x .020"
8;-5.<<*7-"*@
AUXILIARY HANDLE
BLADE
MATERIAL GUIDE
BATTERY PACK
RELEASE BUTTON
BATTERY PACK
BLADE TENSION LOCK LEVER
VENTILATION
OPENINGS
SAFETY SWITCH
RUBBERIZED
GRIP
HANDLE
TRIGGER
COVER
PLATE
COVER
PLATE
COVER PLATE
SCREW
COVER PLATE
SCREW
BLADE
BLADE GUIDES
FIG. 1
FIG. 2
LED WORK LIGHT
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<<.6+5B
2<,877.,= +*==.;B 9*,4
/;86 =885 +./8;. 6*4270
*7B *<<.6+5B *-3><=6.7=< 8; ,1*70270
*,,.<<8;2.<. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
""#
The blade dimensions required for this saw is:
.020" thickness, 1/2" wide and 28-3/4" in
length. The .020" thickness reduces blade
fatique and provide maximum tooth life. To
maximum cutting life, use a blade with correct
pitch (teeth per inch) for the specific cutting job.
Blade are available in several pitches. To
select the proper blade, three factors should be
considered: The size, shape, and type of
material to be cut.
The following suggestions are for selecting the
right blade for various cutting operations. Keep
in mind that these are broad guide lines and
that blade requirement vary depending upon
specific size, shape and type of material to be
cut.
Generally, soft materials require coarse pitch
blade and hard materials require fine pitch
blades. Use coarse pitch blades for thick wood
and fine pitch blades for thin work. It is
important to keep at least three teeth in the cut
(see “Typical Application”.)
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1. Use #2 phillips to remove mounting screws
and remove protective cover plates (Fig. 2).
2. Turn tension lock handle located on the front
of the saw 180° clockwise to release blade
tension (Fig. 1).
3. Pull blade out of the guides and remove
blade from the pulleys (Fig. 3).
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1. Firmly press the blade between the guides
and place the blade around the pulleys.
8=. be sure teeth face out (Fig. 3).
2. Turn tension lock handle 180° counter-
clockwise to secure the blade on the pullleys
(Fig. 1).
3. Re-install protective cover plates (Fig. 2).
4. Be sure the blade lies freely within the guard
channel before starting the saw.
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10 Teeth per inch
14 Teeth per inch
18 Teeth per inch
24 Teeth per inch
For tough stock 3/16" up
to 3-1/4" in diameter or
width.
For tough stock 5/32" up
to 3/4" in diameter or
width.
For thin-wall tubing and
thin sheets heavier than
21 gauge.
For thin-wall tubing and
thin sheets heavier than
21 gauge.
BLADE
BLADE GUIDES
DRIVEN
PULLEY
FIG. 3
DRIVE
PULLEY
BLADE ROTATION
BLADE ROTATION
CORRECT
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The tool must be supported with the auxiliary
handle. The handle must be thread ed into the
front housing of the tool (Fig. 1).
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Your tool is equipped with a light that turns on
automatically when the switch is activated for
better visibility during operation.
The light is maintenance free and was
designed to last the life of your tool (Fig. 1).
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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. 1). When the trigger
is released the button will engage the safety
switch automatically, and the trigger will no
longer operate.
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The torque from the motor can cause the tool
to twist.
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.
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Always hold the saw handle with one hand
and the auxiliary handle with the other (Fig. 4).
Maintain a firm grip and operate the switch
with a decisive action. Never force the saw.
Use light and continuous pressure.
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1. Keep the blade off the workpiece until the
motor has reached full speed.
2. Start cutting on a surface where the
greatest number of teeth will be in contact
with the workpiece at one time (Fig. 5).
3. Place the material guide against the
workpiece and lower the moving saw blade
into the cut.
4. Do not apply pressure when cutting. The
weight of the tool will supply adequate
pressure for the fastest cutting.
5. When completing a cut, hold the tool firmly
so it will not fall against the workpiece.
FIG. 4
CORRECT
INCORRECT
FIG. 5
BLADE DIRECTION
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Your tool 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
forward.
Press the battery pack release button again
and slide the battery pack completely out of
tool housing (Fig. 1).
If the indicator lights are “OFF”, the charger is
not receiving power from power supply outlet.
If the green indicator light is “ON”,
the charger is plugged in but the
battery pack is not inserted, or
the battery pack is fully charged.
If the green indicator light is
“BLINKING”, the battery pack is
being fast-charged. Fast-charging
will automatically stop when the battery pack is
fully charged.
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.
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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1. The charger was designed to fast charge
the battery only when the battery temperature
is between 32˚F (0˚C) and 113˚F (45˚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 heavy
use). When the battery temperature returns to
between 32˚F (0˚C) and 113˚F (45˚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:
a. Check for voltage at outlet by plugging in
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.
8=. Use of chargers or battery packs not
sold by Bosch will void the warranty.
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Plug charger cord into your standard power
outlet.
With no battery pack inserted, the charger’s
green indicator light will go ON. This indicates
the charger is receiving power and the charger
is ready for operation.
When you insert the battery pack into the
charger. The charger’s green indicator light will
begin to “BLINK”. This indicates that the battery
is receiving a fast charge (Fig. 6).
When the indicator light stops “BLINKING” (and
becomes a steady green light) fast charging is
complete. The battery pack is fully charged and
can be removed from the charger.
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.
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 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.
Fast charging is only possible when the
temperature range of the battery pack is
between 32˚F (0˚C) and 113˚F (45˚C). When
needed, the internal fan of the charger will turn
on to aid the charging process and speed.
As soon as the battery pack reaches the
correct temperature range, the battery charger
will automatically switch to fast charging.
If the red indicator light is “BLINKING”, the
battery pack cannot accept a charge.
• Check to make sure the battery pack is
inserted into the charger properly.
• Clean the contacts of the charger or battery
pack (e. g. by inserting and removing the
battery several times) or replace the battery
pack, as required.
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.
BATTERY
PACK
CHARGER
RED LIGHT
GREEN LIGHT
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FIG. 6
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If the indicator lights are “OFF”, the charger is
not receiving power from power supply outlet.
If the green indicator light is
“ON”, the charger is plugged
in but the battery pack is not
inserted, or the battery pack is fully charged,
8;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.
If the green indicator light is
“BLINKING”, the battery pack is
being fast-charged. Fast-
charging will automatically stop when the
battery pack is fully charged.
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Plug charger cord into your standard power
outlet.
With no battery pack inserted, the charger’s
green indicator light will go ON. This indicates
the charger is receiving power and the charger
is ready for operation.
When you insert the battery pack into the
charger, the charger’s green indicator light will
begin to “BLINK”. This indicates that the battery
is receiving a fast charge (Fig. 7).
When the indicator light stops “BLINKING” (and
becomes a steady green light) fast charging is
complete. The battery pack is fully charged and
can be removed from the charger.
When you begin the charging process of the
battery pack, a steady green light could also
mean the battery pack is too hot or too cold.
Fast charging is only possible when the
temperature range of the battery pack is
between 32˚F (0˚C) and 113˚F (45˚C). When
needed, the internal fan of the charger will turn
on to aid the charging process and speed.
As soon as the battery pack reaches the
correct temperature range, the battery charger
will automatically switch to fast charging.
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.
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.
If the green indicator light is “ON”, the battery
pack cannot accept a charge.
• Check to make sure the battery pack is
inserted into the charger properly.
• Clean the contacts of the charger or battery
pack (e. g. by inserting and removing the
battery several times) or replace the battery
pack, as required.
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.
BATTERY
PACK
CHARGER
GREEN LIGHT
FIG. 7
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Grounded tools must use 3-wire extension
cords that have 3-prong plugs and
receptacles.
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Disconnect tool and/or charger from power
source before servicing.
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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.
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Your Bosch tool has been properly lubricated
and is ready for use.
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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.
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be kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do
not attempt to clean by inserting pointed
objects through opening.
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solvents, ammonia and household detergents
that contain ammonia.
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LIMITED WARRANTY OF BOSCH PORTABLE AND BENCHTOP POWER TOOLS
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all BOSCH portable and benchtop power tools will be free from
defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase. SELLER’S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or replacement of parts,
without charge, which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or misrepaired by persons
other than Seller or Authorized Service Station. To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must return the complete portable or benchtop
power tool product, transportation prepaid, to any BOSCH Factory Service Center or Authorized Service Station. For Authorized BOSCH Power Tool
Service Stations, please refer to your phone directory.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ACCESSORY ITEMS SUCH AS CIRCULAR SAW BLADES, DRILL BITS, ROUTER BITS, JIGSAW
BLADES, SANDING BELTS, GRINDING WHEELS AND OTHER RELATED ITEMS.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. SOME STATES IN THE U.S., SOME
CANADIAN PRO V INCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.
IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY
FOR LOSS OF PROFITS) ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. SOME STATES IN THE U.S. AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES
DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR
EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO
STATE IN THE U.S., PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO PORTABLE AND BENCHTOP ELECTRIC TOOLS SOLD WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,
CANADA AND THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO. FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE WITHIN OTHER COUNTRIES, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL
BOSCH DEALER OR IMPORTER.
GARANTIE LIMITÉE DES OUTILS ÉLECTRIQUES PORTATIFS ET D'ÉTABLI BOSCH
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation (le « vendeur ») garantit à l'acheteur initial seulement que tous les outils électriques portatifs et d'établi BOSCH
seront exempts de vices de matériaux ou d'exécution pendant une période d'un an depuis la date d'achat. LA SEULE OBLIGATION DU VENDEUR ET
LE SEUL RECOURS DE L’ACHETEUR sous la présente garantie limitée, et en autant que la loi le permette sous toute garantie ou condition implicite
qui en découlerait, sera l’obligation de remplacer ou réparer gratuitement les pièces défectueuses matériellement ou comme fabrication, pourvu que
lesdites défectuosités ne soient pas attribuables à un usage abusif ou à quelque réparation bricolée par quelqu’un d’autre que le vendeur ou le
personnel d’une station-service agréée. Pour présenter une réclamation en vertu de cette garantie limitée, vous devez renvoyer l'outil électrique
portatif ou d'établi complet, port payé, à tout centre de service agréé ou centre de service usine. Veuillez consulter votre annuaire téléphonique
pour les adresses.
LA PRÉSENTE GARANTIE NE S’APPLIQUE PAS AUX ACCESSOIRES TELS QUE LAMES DE SCIES CIRCULAIRES, MÈCHES DE PERCEUSES, FERS
DE TOUPIES, LAMES DE SCIES SAUTEUSES, COURROIES DE PONÇAGE, MEULES ET AUTRES ARTICLES DU GENRE.
TOUTE GARANTIE IMPLICITE SERA LIMITÉE COMME DURÉE À UN AN À COMPTER DE LA DATE D’ACHAT. CERTAINS ÉTATS AMÉRICAINS,
CERTAINES PROVINCES CANADIENNES N’ADMETTANT PAS LE PRINCIPE DE LA LIMITATION DE LA DURÉE DES GARANTIES IMPLICITES, IL
EST POSSIBLE QUE LES LIMITATIONS CI-DESSUS NE S’APPLIQUENT PAS À VOTRE CAS.
EN AUCUN CAS LE VENDEUR NE SAURAIT ÊTRE TENU POUR RESPONSABLE DES INCIDENTS OU DOMMAGES INDIRECTS (INCLUANT, MAIS NE
SE LIMITANT PAS AUX PERTES DE PROFITS) CONSÉCUTIFS À LA VENTE OU L’USAGE DE CE PRODUIT. CERTAINS ÉTATS AMÉRICAINS ET
CERTAINES PROVINCES CANADIENNES N’ADMETTANT PAS LE PRINCIPE DE LA LIMITATION NI L’EXCLUSION DES DOMMAGES INDIRECTS ET
CONSÉQUENTIELS, IL EST POSSIBLE QUE LES LIMITATIONS OU EXCLUSIONS CI-DESSUS NE S’APPLIQUENT PAS À VOTRE CAS.
LA PRÉSENTE GARANTIE VOUS ACCORDE DES DROITS BIEN DÉTERMINÉS, Y COMPRIS POSSIBLEMENT CERTAINS DROITS VARIABLES DANS
LES DIFFÉRENTS ÉTATS AMÉRICAINS, PROVINCES CANADIENNE ET DE PAYS À PAYS.
CETTE GARANTIE LIMITÉE NE S'APPLIQUE QU'AUX OUTILS ÉLECTRIQUES PORTATIFS ET D'ÉTABLI VENDUS AUX ÉTATS-UNIS D'AMÉRIQUE,
AU CANADA ET AU COMMONWEALTH DE PORTO RICO. POUR COUVERTURE DE GARANTIE DANS LES AUTRES PAYS, CONTACTEZ VOTRE
IMPORTATEUR OU REVENDEUR BOSCH LOCAL.
GARANTIA LIMITADA PARA HERRAMIENTAS MECANICAS PORTATILES Y PARA TABLERO DE BANCO BOSCH
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation ("el Vendedor") garantiza, únicamente al comprador original, que todas las herramientas mecánicas portátiles y
para tablero de banco BOSCH estarán libres de defectos de material o de fabricación durante un período de un año a partir de la fecha de compra.
LA UNICA OBLIGACION DEL VENDEDOR Y EL RECURSO EXCLUSIVO QUE USTED TIENE bajo esta Garantía Limitada y, hasta donde la ley lo
permita, bajo cualquier garantía o condición implícita por ley, consistirá en la reparación o sustitución sin costo de las piezas que presenten
defectos de material o de fabricación y que no hayan sido utilizadas inco rrectamente, manejadas descuidadamente o reparadas incorrectamente
por personas que no sean el Vendedor o una Estación de servicio autorizada. Para efectuar una reclamación bajo esta Garantía Limitada, usted
debe devolver el producto, que consiste en la herramienta mecánica portátil o para tablero de banco completa, con el transporte pagado, a
cualquier Centro de servicio de fábrica o Estación de servicio autorizada. Para Estaciones de servicio autorizadas de herramientas mecánicas
BOSCH, por favor, consulte el directorio telefónico.
ESTA GARANTIA LIMITADA NO SE APLICA A ARTICULOS ACCESORIOS TALES COMO HOJAS PARA SIERRAS CIRCULARES, BROCAS PARA
TALADROS, BROCAS PARA FRESADORAS, HOJAS PARA SIERRAS DE VAIVEN, CORREAS PARA LIJAR, RUEDAS DE AMOLAR Y OTROS
ARTICULOS RELACIONADOS.
TODAS LAS GARANTIAS IMPLICITAS TENDRAN UNA DURACION LIMITADA A UN AÑO A PARTIR DE LA FECHA DE COMPRA. ALGUNOS
ESTADOS DE LOS EE.UU. Y ALGUNAS PROVINCIAS CANADIENSES NO PERMITEN LIMITACIONES EN CUANTO A LA DURACION DE UNA
GARANTIA IMPLICITA, POR LO QUE ES POSIBLE QUE LA LIMITACION ANTERIOR NO SEA APLICABLE EN EL CASO DE USTED.
EL VENDEDOR NO SERA RESPONSABLE EN NINGUN CASO DE NINGUN DAÑO INCIDENTAL O EMERGENTE (INCLUYENDO PERO NO LIMITADO
A RESPONSABILIDAD POR PERDIDA DE BENEFICIOS) QUE SE PRODUZCA COMO CONSECUENCIA DE LA VENTA O UTILIZACION DE ESTE
PRODUCTO. ALGUNOS ESTADOS DE LOS EE.UU. Y ALGUNAS PROVINCIAS CANADIENSES NO PERMITEN LA EXCLUSION O LIMITACION DE
LOS DAÑOS INCIDENTALES O EMERGENTES, POR LO QUE ES POSIBLE QUE LA LIMITACION O EXCLUSION ANTERIOR NO SEA APLICABLE EN
EL CASO DE USTED.
ESTA GARANTIA LIMITADA LE CONFIERE A USTED DERECHOS LEGALES ESPECIFICOS Y ES POSIBLE QUE USTED TAMBIEN TENGA OTROS
DERECHOS QUE VARIAN DE ESTADO A ESTADO EN LOS EE.UU., DE PROVINCIA A PROVINCIA EN CANADA Y DE UN PAIS A OTRO.
ESTA GARANTIA LIMITADA SE APLICA SOLAMENTE A HERRAMIENTAS ELECTRICAS PORTATILES Y PARA TABLERO DE BANCO VENDIDAS EN
LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMERICA, CANADA Y EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO. PARA COBERTURA DE GARANTIA EN OTROS
PAISES, PONGASE EN CONTACTO CON SU DISTRIBUIDOR O IMPORTADOR LOCAL DE BOSCH.
© Robert Bosch Tool Corporation 1800 W. Central Road Mt. Prospect, IL 60056-2230
Exportado por: Robert Bosch Tool Corporation Mt. Prospect, IL 60056-2230, E.U.A.
Importado a México por: Robert Bosch, S.A. de C.V., Calle Robert Bosch No. 405, Zona
Industrial, Toluca, Edo. de México, C.P. 50070, Tel. (722) 2792300
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