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1 609 929 R78 | (29.1.10)
Bosch Power Tools
Assembly
Replacing/Inserting the Saw Blade
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Before any work on the machine itself, pull
the mains plug.
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When mounting the saw blade, wear protec-
tive gloves.
Danger of injury when touching
the saw blade.
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When changing the saw blade, take care
that the saw blade holder is free of material
residue, e. g. wood or metal shavings.
Selecting a Saw Blade
An overview of recommended saw blades can
be found at the beginning of these operating in-
structions. Use only saw blades with ½" univer-
sal shank. The saw blade should not be longer
than required for the intended cut.
Use a thin saw blade for narrow curve cuts.
Inserting the Saw Blade (see figure A)
Press the SDS clamping lever
5
forward and
guide the saw blade
1
behind the clamping plate
12
into the saw blade holder
3
. Release the SDS
clamping lever
5
.
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Check the tight seating by pulling on the
saw blade.
A loose saw blade can fall out and
cause injury.
For certain work, the saw blade
1
can also be
turned through 180° (with the teeth pointed up-
wards) and re-inserted again.
Removing the Saw Blade
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Before removing, allow the saw blade to
cool down.
Danger of injury when touching
the hot saw blade.
Press the SDS clamping lever
5
forward and pull
out the saw blade
1
. Release the SDS clamping
lever
5
.
Dust/Chip Extraction
f
Dusts from materials such as lead-containing
coatings, some wood types, minerals and
metal can be harmful to one’s health. Touch-
ing or breathing-in the dusts can cause aller-
gic reactions and/or lead to respiratory infec-
tions of the user or bystanders.
Certain dusts, such as oak or beech dust, are
considered as carcinogenic, especially in
connection with wood-treatment additives
(chromate, wood preservative). Materials
containing asbestos may only be worked by
specialists.
– Provide for good ventilation of the work-
ing place.
– It is recommended to wear a P2 filter-
class respirator.
Observe the relevant regulations in your
country for the materials to be worked.
Operation
Operating Modes
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Before any work on the machine itself, pull
the mains plug.
Pivoting and Retractable Footplate
(see figure B–C)
Due to its movability, the adjustable footplate
2
adapts to the required angular position of the
surface.
Depending on the application and the saw blade
being used, the footplate
2
can be moved varia-
bly in length direction. Loosen the screws
13
with Allen key
9
and move the footplate
2
to the
requested position. Tighten the screws
13
again
and check if the footplate
2
is tightly seated.
Utility Hook (see figure D)
Your tool is equipped with a utility hook
6
for
hanging it, e. g., to a ladder, etc. Simply fold out
the utility hook
6
to the required position.
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When the tool is hanging by the utility hook,
ensure that the saw blade is protected
against unintended contact. Danger of inju-
ry.
Fold the utility hook
6
back in again when you
are ready to continue working.
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