45
▶ Service
All tool service should be
performed
by
a
Bosch
Factory Service Center or an Authorized Bosch
Service
Station.
Preventive
maintenance
performed by unauthorized personnel may result
in misplacing of internal wires and components
which could cause serious hazard.
▶ 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.
▶ Care of Blades
Blades become dull even from cutting regular
lumber. If you find yourself forcing the saw
forward to cut instead of just guiding it through
the cut, chances are the blade is dull or coated
with wood pitch.
When cleaning gum and wood pitch from blade,
remove the battery from the saw and remove the
blade. Remember, blades are designed to cut, so
handle carefully. Wipe the blade with kerosene or
similar solvent to remove the gum and pitch.
Unless you are experienced in sharpening blades,
we recommend you do not try.
▶ Tool Lubrication
Preventive
maintenance
performed by unauthorized
personnel may result in misplacing of internal
wires and components which could cause serious
hazard. We recommend that all tool service be
performed by a Bosch factory Service Center or
Authorized Bosch Service Station.
Your Bosch tool has been properly lubricated and
is ready to use. It is recommended that tools with
gears be regreased with a special gear lubricant at
every brush change.
Periodically lubricate moving parts with a silicone,
or light oil spray. Do not use grease because it
tends to attract and hold sawdust.
▶ Bearings
All bearings in this tool are lubricated with a
sufficient amount of high-grade lubricant for the
life of the unit under normal operating conditions.
No further lubrication is required.
▶ Cleaning
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.
Ventilation openings and switch levers must be
kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do not
attempt to clean by inserting pointed objects
through openings.
Check regularly to make sure the lower guard and
all moving parts are working properly. Use a brush
or vacuum cleaner to remove any sawdust or
debris that might interfere with the operation of
the lower guard.
Maintenance and Lubrication
To avoid accidents, always disconnect battery pack from tool before cleaning or
performing any maintenance.
2610051914.qxp_GCM18V-08 6/24/19 1:56 PM Page 45