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Bosch GCM18V-12SD User Manual

Bosch GCM18V-12SD
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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Bosch GCM18V-12SD Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBosch
ModelGCM18V-12SD
CategorySaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Symbols

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

Work area safety

Guidelines for maintaining a safe and well-lit work area to prevent accidents.

Electrical safety

Precautions for safe electrical connections and usage to prevent shock hazards.

Personal safety

Advice on staying alert, using PPE, and preventing unintentional starting of power tools.

Power tool use and care

Instructions for the proper and safe use, maintenance, and storage of power tools.

Battery tool use and care

Guidelines for safe charging, use, and handling of battery packs.

Safety Instructions for Miter Saws

Additional Safety Rules

Unpacking and Checking Contents

Assembly

Adjustments

Miter Detent System – Adjustment Procedure

Steps to calibrate the miter detent system for accurate angle settings.

Miter Scale Pointer Adjustment

Procedure to adjust the miter scale pointer for precise angle readings.

0° Bevel Stop

Adjusting 0° Bevel Stop (Blade 90° to Table)

Instructions for adjusting the 0° bevel stop for accurate blade alignment.

45° Bevel Stop

Adjusting 45° Bevel Stop (Saw Blade 45° to Table)

Instructions for adjusting the 45° bevel stop for accurate blade alignment.

Calibrating Blade at 45° Bevel

Preparing for Saw Operations

Body and Hand Position

Crucial advice on body and hand placement for safe and effective cutting.

No Hands Zone

Identification and importance of the 'No Hands Zone' to prevent injury.

Use sliding fence outside No Hands Zone

Technique for using the sliding fence to maintain safe distance from the blade.

Dry Run

Essential safety procedure to check blade path and clear obstructions before cutting.

Lower Guard

Information on the function and operation of the lower blade guard.

Workpiece Support

Saw Operations

Brake Operation

Explanation of the automatic electric brake and its function.

Chop/Crown Lock

How to engage the Chop/Crown Lock for upright and crown cuts.

Chop Cuts

Making a Chop Cut

Step-by-step instructions for executing a chop cut.

Slide Cuts

Making a Slide Cut

Step-by-step instructions for executing a slide cut.

Miter Cuts

Setting Saw to Make a Miter Cut

Bevel Cuts

Setting Saw to Make a Bevel Cut

Compound Cuts

Making a Compound Cut

Step-by-step instructions for executing a compound cut.

Cutting Base Molding

Cutting Crown Molding

Crown Molding Angled to Table and Fence

Crown Molding Lying Flat on Table

Miter and Bevel Settings for Standard Crown Molding Cuts (With Molding Flat on Table)

Maintenance and Lubrication

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Guide - Electrical

Solutions for common electrical problems encountered with the tool.

Troubleshooting Guide - General

Solutions for general operational issues and mechanical problems.

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