BOSCH 150 CE GST Professional Jigsaw Instruction Manual
- October 30, 2023
- Bosch
Table of Contents
GST Professional
150 CE | 150 BCE
150 CE GST Professional Jigsaw
Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH
70538 Stuttgart
GERMANY
www.bosch-pt.com
1 609 92A 4VE (2019.04) T / 229
Safety instructions
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and
specifications
provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/ or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains operated
(corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
▶ Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
▶ Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
▶ Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety
▶ Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified
plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
▶ Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
▶ Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
▶ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
▶ When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
▶ If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
Personal safety
▶ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
▶ Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
▶ Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position
before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
▶ Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A
wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result
in personal injury.
▶ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
▶ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and
clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
▶ If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection
facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust
collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
▶ Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become
complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
Power tool use and care
▶ Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your
application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
▶ Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any
power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
▶ Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if
detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing
accessories,
or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
▶ Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power
tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
▶ Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
▶ Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
▶ Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be
performed.
Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
▶ Keep 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
▶ Have 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 instructions for jigsaws
▶ Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an
operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own
cord.
Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the
power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
▶ Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the workpiece by hand or against your body leaves it
unstable and may lead to loss of control.
▶ Keep hands away from the sawing area. Do not reach under the workpiece.
Contact with the saw blade can lead to injuries.
▶ Only bring the power tool into contact with the workpiece when switched on.
Otherwise there is danger of kickback if the cutting tool jams in the
workpiece.
▶ Ensure that the footplate always rests securely while sawing. A jammed saw
blade can break or lead to kickback.
▶ When the cut is completed, switch off the power tool and then pull the saw
blade out of the cut only after it has come to a standstill. In this manner
you can avoid kickback and can place down the power tool securely.
▶ Always wait until the power tool has come to a complete stop before placing
it down. The application tool can jam and cause you to lose control of the
power tool.
▶ Use only undamaged saw blades that are in perfect condition. Bent or dull
saw blades can break, negatively influence the cut, or lead to kickback.
▶ Do not brake the saw blade to a stop by applying side pressure after
switching off. The saw blade can be damaged, break or cause kickback.
▶ Use suitable detectors to determine if utility lines are hidden in the work
area or call the local utility company for assistance. Contact with electric
lines can lead explosion. Penetrating a water line causes property damage or
may cause an electric shock.
Products sold in GB only:
Your product is fitted with an BS 1363/A approved electric plug with internal
fuse (ASTA approved to BS 1362).
If the plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and
an appropriate plug fitted in its place by an authorized customer service
agent. The replacement plug should have the same fuse rating as the original
plug.
The severed plug must be disposed of to avoid a possible shock hazard and
should never be inserted into a mains socket elsewhere.
Product Description and Specifications
Read all the safety and general instructions.
Failure to observe the safety and general instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Please observe the illustrations at the beginning of this operating manual.
Intended Use
The power tool is intended for making separating cuts and cut-outs in wood, plastic, metal, ceramic plates and rubber while resting firmly on the workpiece. It is suitable for straight and curved cuts with mitre/bevel angles of up to 45°. Note the saw blade recommendations.
Product Features
The numbering of the product features refers to the diagram of the power tool on the graphics page.
- On/off switch locking mechanism (GST 150 BCE)
- On/off switch
- Stroke rate preselection thumbwheel
- Hex key
- Base plate
- Sawdust blower device switch
- Pendulum action adjusting lever
- SDS lever for saw blade release
- Guide roller
- Saw blade A)
- Shock protection guard
- Handle (insulated gripping surface)
- Saw blade receptacle
- Glide shoe A)
- Anti-splinter guard
- Hood for dust extraction
- Extraction outlet
- Extraction hose A)
- Base plate screw
- Scale for mitre/bevel angles
- Guide for parallel guide
- Locking screw for parallel guide A)
- Parallel guide with circle cutter A)
- Guide rail A)
- Circle cutter centring tip A)
A) Accessories shown or described are not included with the product as standard. You can find the complete selection of accessories in our accessories range.
References
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