Manual Bosch GCM 350-254 (page 31 of 475) (All languages)

786479

Zoom out

Zoom in

1/475

English | 31

uKeep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly main-

tained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less

likely to bind and are easier to control.

uUse the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in

accordance with these instructions, taking into ac-

count the working conditions and the work to be per-

formed. Use of the power tool for operations different

from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

uKeep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and

free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping

surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the

tool in unexpected situations.

Service

uHave 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.

Safety Warnings for Mitre Saws

uMitre saws are intended to cut wood or wood-like

products, they cannot be used with abrasive cut-off

wheels for cutting ferrous material such as bars, rods,

studs, etc. Abrasive dust causes moving parts such as

the lower guard to jam. Sparks from abrasive cutting will

burn the lower guard, the kerf insert and other plastic

parts.

uUse clamps to support the workpiece whenever pos-

sible. If supporting the workpiece by hand, you must

always keep your hand at least 100 mm from either

side of the saw blade. Do not use this saw to cut pieces

that are too small to be securely clamped or held by

hand. If your hand is placed too close to the saw blade,

there is an increased risk of injury from blade contact.

uThe workpiece must be stationary and clamped or

held against both the fence and the table. Do not feed

the workpiece into the blade or cut “freehand” in any

way. Unrestrained or moving workpieces could be thrown

at high speeds, causing injury.

uPush the saw through the workpiece. Do not pull the

saw through the workpiece. To make a cut, raise the

saw head and pull it out over the workpiece without

cutting, start the motor, press the saw head down and

push the saw through the workpiece. Cutting on the

pull stroke is likely to cause the saw blade to climb on top

of the workpiece and violently throw the blade assembly

towards the operator.

uNever cross your hand over the intended line of cut-

ting either in front or behind the saw blade. Supporting

the workpiece “cross handed” i.e. holding the workpiece

to the right of the saw blade with your left hand or vice

versa is very dangerous.

uDo not reach behind the fence with either hand closer

than 100 mm from either side of the saw blade, to re-

move wood scraps, or for any other reason while the

blade is spinning. The proximity of the spinning saw

blade to your hand may not be obvious and you may be

seriously injured.

uInspect your workpiece before cutting. If the work-

piece is bowed or warped, clamp it with the outside

bowed face toward the fence. Always make certain

that there is no gap between the workpiece, fence and

table along the line of the cut. Bent or warped work-

pieces can twist or shift and may cause binding on the

spinning saw blade while cutting. There should be no nails

or foreign objects in the workpiece.

uDo not use the saw until the table is clear of all tools,

wood scraps, etc., except for the workpiece. Small

debris or loose pieces of wood or other objects that con-

tact the revolving blade can be thrown with high speed.

uCut only one workpiece at a time. Stacked multiple

workpieces cannot be adequately clamped or braced and

may bind on the blade or shift during cutting.

uEnsure the mitre saw is mounted or placed on a level,

firm work surface before use. A level and firm work sur-

face reduces the risk of the mitre saw becoming unstable.

uPlan your work. Every time you change the bevel or

mitre angle setting, make sure the adjustable fence is

set correctly to support the workpiece and will not in-

terfere with the blade or the guarding system. Without

turning the tool “ON” and with no workpiece on the table,

move the saw blade through a complete simulated cut to

assure there will be no interference or danger of cutting

the fence.

uProvide adequate support such as table extensions,

saw horses, etc. for a workpiece that is wider or

longer than the table top. Workpieces longer or wider

than the mitre saw table can tip if not securely supported.

If the cut-off piece or workpiece tips, it can lift the lower

guard or be thrown by the spinning blade.

uDo not use another person as a substitute for a table

extension or as additional support. 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.

uThe cut-off piece must not be jammed or pressed by

any means against the spinning saw blade. If confined,

i.e. using length stops, the cut-off piece could get wedged

against the blade and thrown violently.

uAlways use a clamp or a fixture designed to properly

support round material such as rods or tubing. Rods

have a tendency to roll while being cut, causing the blade

to “bite” and pull the work with your hand into the blade.

uLet the blade reach full speed before contacting the

workpiece. This will reduce the risk of the workpiece be-

ing thrown.

uIf the workpiece or blade becomes jammed, turn the

mitre saw off. Wait for all moving parts to stop and

disconnect the plug from the power source and/or re-

move the battery pack. Then work to free the jammed

material. Continued sawing with a jammed workpiece

could cause loss of control or damage to the mitre saw.

uAfter finishing the cut, release the switch, hold the

saw head down and wait for the blade to stop before

Bosch Power Tools 1 609 92A 7N9 | (26.04.2022)

Report abuse

Libble takes abuse of its services very seriously. We're committed to dealing with such abuse according to the laws in your country of residence. When you submit a report, we'll investigate it and take the appropriate action. We'll get back to you only if we require additional details or have more information to share.

Product:

Forumrules

To achieve meaningful questions, we apply the following rules:

First, read the manual;
Check if your question has been asked previously;
Try to ask your question as clearly as possible;
Did you already try to solve the problem? Please mention this;
Is your problem solved by a visitor then let him/her know in this forum;
To give a response to a question or answer, do not use this form but click on the button 'reply to this question';
Your question will be posted here and emailed to our subscribers. Therefore, avoid filling in personal details.

new questions and answers
new manuals

You will receive an email to register for one or both of the options.

Get your user manual by e-mail

Enter your email address to receive the manual of Bosch GCM 350-254 in the language / languages: All languages as an attachment in your email.

The manual is 11.42 mb in size.

You will receive the manual in your email within minutes. If you have not received an email, then probably have entered the wrong email address or your mailbox is too full. In addition, it may be that your ISP may have a maximum size for emails to receive.

The manual is sent by email. Check your email

If you have not received an email with the manual within fifteen minutes, it may be that you have a entered a wrong email address or that your ISP has set a maximum size to receive email that is smaller than the size of the manual.

The email address you have provided is not correct.

Please check the email address and correct it.

Your question is posted on this page

Would you like to receive an email when new answers and questions are posted? Please enter your email address.

Info

Bosch GCM 350-254 Manual

Product: