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Bosch 4100 User Manual

Bosch 4100
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Table of Contents

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Bosch 4100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeTable Saw
Blade Diameter10 inches
Max. Depth of Cut at 90 Degrees3-1/8 inches
Max. Depth of Cut at 45 Degrees2-1/4 inches
Motor15 Amp
Voltage120V
Arbor Size5/8 inches
No-Load Speed3650 RPM
Table Size21-1/2 inches x 27 inches
Dust Collection Port Size2.5 Inches

Summary

General Safety Rules

Work Area Safety

Safety guidelines for maintaining a safe and organized workspace.

Personal Safety Precautions

Essential safety precautions for the operator's well-being during use.

Tool Use Safety Guidelines

Guidelines for proper and safe operation of the power tool.

Additional Safety Rules

Tool Care and Maintenance Safety

Safe practices for maintaining the tool to ensure performance and safety.

Kickback Prevention and Avoidance

Methods to prevent kickbacks and potential injuries during operation.

Personal Protection Equipment

Recommendations for protective clothing and gear to ensure operator safety.

More Safety Rules

Safe Operation Practices

Guidelines for safe operational procedures, avoiding hazards.

Cutting Tool Safety

Importance of using sharp, appropriate cutting tools and proper maintenance.

Safety Instructions Recap

A concise review of critical safety instructions for immediate attention.

Further Safety Guidance

General Safety Awareness

Emphasizes constant operator awareness and common sense for safety.

Double Insulated Tools Safety

Explanation of double insulation safety features and servicing requirements.

Extension Cord Safety Guidelines

Guidelines for selecting and using extension cords safely to prevent hazards.

Glossary of Terms

Glossary Definitions

Definitions of technical terms used throughout the manual for clarity.

Tools Needed For Assembly

Assembly Tool Requirements

Lists the necessary tools for assembling the table saw and its components.

Getting To Know Your Table Saw

Power Switch and Safety Features

Details the power switch, its safety features, and related components.

Table and Support Structure

Describes the table surface, base, and sub-base for stability and support.

Blade and Bevel Adjustment Components

Explains components for adjusting blade bevel angle and scale.

Fence and Gauge Components

Details components related to the rip fence and miter gauge for guiding cuts.

Storage and Accessory Components

Describes storage features for accessories and vacuum hook-up.

Rip Fence System Details

Details the rip fence, its self-aligning feature, and storage.

Table Saw Components Overview

Smart Guard System Components

Describes the components of the Smart Guard system and their functions.

Table Insert and Digital Carriage

Explains the table insert and the digital carriage for precise measurements.

Push Stick Accessory

Describes the push stick accessory for safer feeding of smaller workpieces.

Unpacking and Checking Contents

Table of Loose Parts

Lists all loose parts included with the table saw for verification.

Assembly Procedures

Attaching the Smart Guard System

Step-by-step guide for attaching the Smart Guard safety system.

Positioning the Riving Knife

Instructions on how to correctly position the riving knife for the guard system.

More Assembly Steps

Attaching the Guard Assembly

Steps for attaching the main barrier guard assembly to the saw.

Attaching the Anti-Kickback Device

Instructions for attaching the anti-kickback device to the riving knife.

Blade Replacement and Maintenance

Changing The Blade

Detailed procedure for safely replacing the saw blade, including correct blade selection and safety warnings.

Using the Correct Blade

Guidance on selecting the correct replacement blade for optimal performance and safety.

Blade Selection Safety Warnings

Warnings regarding the selection of appropriate blade types to prevent injury.

Saw Assembly and Setup

Attaching Rip Fence

Instructions for correctly attaching and aligning the rip fence.

Mounting The Table Saw

Guidelines for securely mounting the table saw to a workbench or stand.

Adjustments

Adjusting 0 and 45 Degree Positive Stops

Steps to set precise 90 and 45 degree stops for accurate blade positioning, including 0 and 45 degree adjustments.

More Adjustments

Adjusting Blade Parallel To Miter Gauge Slots

Procedure to ensure blade parallelism with miter gauge slots for accurate cuts.

Miter Gauge Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the miter gauge for 90 and 45 degree accuracy, including angle adjustments.

Fence Adjustments

Aligning Rip Fence

Steps to ensure the rip fence is parallel to the blade for safe ripping operations.

Rip Fence Pointer Adjustment

Procedure to set the rip fence pointer for accurate rip cut measurements.

Pointer and Insert Adjustments

Table Pointer Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the table pointer relative to the rip fence pointer.

Adjusting The Table Insert

How to adjust the table insert for proper height alignment with the table surface.

Riving Knife Alignment Procedures

Checking Riving Knife Alignment

Steps to check the factory alignment of the riving knife before adjustments.

Adjusting Riving Knife

Detailed procedure for adjusting the riving knife's alignment with the blade and fence.

Basic Table Saw Operation

Safety Power Switch

Explanation of the power switch and its safety features to prevent accidental starting.

Smart Guard System Overview

Details the Smart Guard system components, attachment, removal, and operation.

Saw Operations and Controls

Blade Bevel Control

How to adjust and lock the blade's bevel angle using the designated controls.

Extending Table Extension

Instructions for extending and securing the table extension for wider workpieces.

Bosch Digital Carriage Model DC010

Digital Carriage Features and Installation

Overview of carriage features, buttons, display, and battery installation.

Digital Carriage Control Buttons and Display

ON/OFF Button and Automatic Shut Off

Explains ON/OFF button, memory, auto shut-off, and their functions.

UNITS and RESET Button Operation

Explains operation of UNITS and RESET buttons for measurement selection and zeroing.

Zeroing the Digital Carriage Display

Zeroing Procedure and Display Changes

Step-by-step zeroing instructions and explanation of display changes.

Digital Carriage Connections and Icons

Digital Carriage Display Icons

Explains the meaning of the minus sign and battery icons on the digital carriage display.

Connecting Digital Carriage To Rip Fence

Guides for connecting the digital carriage for rip cuts on both sides of the fence.

Parking and Disconnecting the Digital Carriage

Instructions for parking and disconnecting the digital carriage when not in use.

Setting Fence with Digital Carriage

Rip Cut Procedures with Digital Carriage

Steps for setting the fence for various rip cuts (0-13.5", 13.5-25", left side) using the digital carriage.

Bevel Rip Cuts

Bevel Rip Cuts - Right side only

Instructions for performing bevel rip cuts on the right side with the digital carriage.

Maintaining the Digital Carriage

Parking Position

Guidance on placing the digital carriage in its parking position for safety and convenience.

Cleaning the Digital Carriage

Instructions for cleaning the digital carriage to ensure smooth operation.

Pre-Cut Locator and Pointer Usage

Pre-Cut Locator

Explains how to use the pre-cut locator to mark precise blade entry points.

Rip Fence and Table Pointer Usage

Guides on using rip fence and table pointers for accurate rip cut measurements.

Making Rip Cuts Beyond 25 Inches

Rip Cuts Exceeding 25 Inches

Instructions for rip cuts exceeding 25 inches, including limitations without scale.

Work Helpers and Accessories

Push Stick and Push Block Instructions

Instructions for making and using push sticks and push blocks for safer cuts.

Auxiliary Fence Construction

Instructions for making and using an auxiliary fence for improved guidance.

Featherboard Making Instructions

Instructions for making a featherboard to help secure workpieces.

Using The Miter Gauge

Miter Gauge Applications

Details the various cutting applications where the miter gauge is used.

Adjusting the Miter Angle

Steps to accurately adjust the miter gauge to the desired cutting angle.

Miter Gauge Auxiliary Facing

Instructions for creating and attaching an auxiliary facing for the miter gauge.

Crosscutting Operations

Repetitive Crosscutting

Instructions for performing repetitive crosscuts efficiently and safely.

Repetitive Crosscutting Details

Making the Facing Block

Steps for constructing a facing block to aid repetitive crosscuts.

Performing Repetitive Crosscuts

Detailed steps for executing repetitive crosscuts using the facing block.

Miter Cutting Techniques

Miter Cutting

Instructions for performing miter cuts at various angles with the miter gauge.

Bevel Crosscutting

How to perform crosscuts with an added bevel angle using the miter gauge.

Compound Miter Cutting

Guide to performing cuts that combine miter and bevel angles.

Using the Rip Fence

Rip Fence Applications

Overview of operations that utilize the rip fence for guiding cuts.

Ripping Operations

Bevel Ripping

Instructions for performing bevel rips, including fence positioning and push stick use.

Rip Fence Auxiliary Facing

How to make and use an auxiliary facing for the rip fence, especially for dado/molding.

Ripping Techniques

General Ripping Process

Detailed guidance on ripping, including using push sticks, blocks, and auxiliary fences.

Non Thru-Sawing Operations

Featherboards for Non Thru-Sawing

How to use featherboards for non-thru-sawing operations when guards are removed.

Rabbeting Operations

Making a Rabbet

Detailed steps for making rabbets along edges or ends using the saw.

Dado and Molding Cutting

Installing and Using Stacked Dado Sets

Step-by-step guide for installing and using stacked dado sets for grooves and laps.

Dado Cutting Safety and Procedures

Dado Cutting Safety Warnings

Critical safety warnings specific to dado cutting operations.

Returning Saw to Normal Thru-Cutting

Steps to return the saw to its original configuration after dado cuts.

Avoiding Wobble Dado Sets

Warning against using adjustable or wobble dado sets due to potential interference.

Installing a Molding Head Set

Molding Head Set Safety Warnings

Safety warnings and precautions specific to using molding head sets.

Returning Saw to Normal Thru-Cutting

Steps to revert the saw to normal thru-cutting after using molding heads.

Special Cutting Techniques

Cutting Metals and Masonry

Information on the limitations of the saw for cutting metals and masonry materials.

Maintaining Your Table Saw

General Maintenance Procedures

General guidelines for maintaining the table saw, including cleaning and cord care.

Lubrication and Accessories

Lubrication Service Recommendations

Recommends returning the tool to a service center for specific maintenance tasks.

Periodic Oiling Instructions

Lists parts requiring periodic oiling with specific lubricant types.

Recommended Accessories List

Lists recommended accessories for enhancing saw functionality and safety.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Saw Will Not Start

Troubleshooting steps for when the saw fails to start.

Blade Speed Issues

Troubleshooting steps for issues with the blade not reaching optimal operating speed.

Excessive Vibration

Troubleshooting steps for addressing excessive vibration during operation.

Crosscutting Accuracy Issues

Troubleshooting steps for issues with inaccurate crosscuts.

Ripping Problems

Troubleshooting steps for problems encountered during ripping operations.

90° or 45° Cut Inaccuracy

Troubleshooting steps for inaccuracies in 90° or 45° cuts.

Tilt Lock/Elevation Control Difficulty

Troubleshooting steps for difficulty operating tilt lock or elevation controls.

Miter Gauge Template for Auxiliary Facing

Miter Gauge Template Instructions

A template for drilling mounting holes for attaching an auxiliary facing to the miter gauge.

Bosch Limited Warranty Information

Bosch Tool Warranty Terms

Details the limited warranty terms for Bosch portable and benchtop power tools.

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