BOSCH GCB 18V-63 Cordless Band Saw Instruction Manual

BOSCH GCB 18V-63 Cordless Band Saw

Product Information

The GCB 18V-63 Professional is an electric power tool manufactured by Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH. It has a nominal voltage of 18V and a maximum cutting depth of 63.5mm. The tool weighs between 3.7-4.7kg, according to EPTA- Procedure 01:2014. It is recommended to be used with GBA 18V, ProCORE18V, GAL 18, GAX 18 and GAL 36 batteries.

Product Usage

Before using the GCB 18V-63 Professional, it is important to read all safety instructions provided in the user manual. The workspace should be kept clean and well-lit. The power tool’s connection plug must be properly inserted in the socket. If operating the tool in a damp environment is unavoidable, a residual current device (RCD) must be used to reduce the risk of electric shock. Only qualified personnel should repair the power tool using original replacement parts to ensure its safety.

When using the GCB 18V-63 Professional, it is important to follow all safety guidelines provided in the user manual. The recommended temperature range for charging the battery is between 0°C and +35°C, while the allowed temperature range for operation and storage is between -20°C and +50°C.

Safety Instructions

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions 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 (cord-less) 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 sur-faces, 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 suit-able for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock..
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is un-avoidable, 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 power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inatten-tion while operating power tools may result in serious per-sonal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal in-juries.
• 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 en-ergising power tools that have the switch on invites acci-dents.
• 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 in-jury.
• 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, clothing and gloves 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 ex-traction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can re-duce dust-related hazards.

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 de-signed.
• 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 the battery pack 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. Check for misalignment or bind-ing 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 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.

Battery tool use and care

• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of bat-tery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally oc-curs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the bat-tery may cause irritation or burns.

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 Band Saws

• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessories contact-ing 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 work by your hand or against the body leaves it un-stable 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 work-piece when switched on. Otherwise there is danger of kickback if the cutting tool jams in the workpiece.
• When the cut is completed, switch off the power tool and then pull the band 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 se-curely.
• Use only undamaged band-saw blades that are in per-fect condition. Bent or dull band-saw blades can break or lead to kickback.
• Keep lubricants or oil away from the band-saw blade. Completely wipe off excess oil before cutting. Other-wise, the band-saw blade can slip.
• Do not apply strong pressure to the band-saw blade during operation. Excessive pressure can cause the band-saw blade to slip or break. This poses a risk of in-jury.
• After switching off, do not stop the band-saw blade by applying lateral pressure to it. The band-saw blade can become damaged, break or lead to kickback.
• Do not touch the band-saw blade directly after the working process until after it has cooled down. The band-saw blade becomes very hot while working.
• Hold the power tool firmly with both hands and make sure you have a stable footing. The power tool can be more securely guided with both hands.
• Always wait until the power tool has come to a com-plete stop before placing it down. The application tool can jam and cause you to lose control of the power tool.
• In case of damage and improper use of the battery, va-pours may be emitted. The battery can set alight or ex-plode. Ensure the area is well ventilated and seek medical attention should you experience any adverse effects. The vapours may irritate the respiratory system.
• Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuit-ing.
• The battery can be damaged by pointed objects such as nails or screwdrivers or by force applied externally. An internal short circuit may occur, causing the battery to burn, smoke, explode or overheat.
• Only use the battery with products from the manufacturer. This is the only way in which you can protect the battery against dangerous overload.
• Protect the battery against heat, e.g. against continuous intense sunlight, fire, dirt, water and moisture. There is a risk of explosion and short-circuiting.

Product Description and Specifications

Read all the safety and general instructions. Failure to observe the safety and general in-structions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Please observe the illustrations at the beginning of this oper-ating manual.

Intended Use
The power tool is intended for making separating cuts in plastic, metal and rubber while resting firmly against the ma-terial being sawn. It is suitable for straight cuts with a mitre/bevel angle of up to 45°. The saw blade recommendations are to be observed.

Product Features

The numbering of the product features refers to the diagram of the power tool on the graphics page.

1. Lock-off button for on/off switch
2. On/off switch
3. Handle (insulated gripping surface)
4. Locking clip for cover
5. Roller guide
6. Bandsaw bladea)
7. Saw blade guide
8. Direction of rotation arrow on housing
9. Lever for bandsaw blade pre-tension
10. Worklight
11. Battery
12. Auxiliary handle (insulated gripping surface)
13. Cover for bandsaw blade
14. Battery release button
15. Battery charge indicator)
16. Button for battery charge indicator)
17. Roller for bandsaw blade
    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.

Technical Data

• A) Measured at 20−25 °C with rechargeable battery ProCORE18V 8.0Ah.
• B) Depends on battery in use
• C) Limited performance at temperatures <0 °C

Noise/Vibration Information
Noise emission values determined according to EN 60745-2-20.
Typically, the A-weighted sound pressure level of the power tool is 79 dB(A). Uncertainty K = 3 dB. The noise level when working can exceed the volume stated. Wear hearing pro-tection!
Vibration total values ah (triax vector sum) and uncertainty K determined according to EN 60745-2-20:
Sawing metal: ah = 5.3 m/s2, K = 1.5 m/s2
The vibration level and noise emission value given in these instructions have been measured in accordance with a standardised measuring procedure and may be used to com-pare power tools. They may also be used for a preliminary estimation of vibration and noise emissions.
The stated vibration level and noise emission value repres-ent the main applications of the power tool. However, if the power tool is used for other applications, with different ap-plication tools or is poorly maintained, the vibration level and noise emission value may differ. This may significantly increase the vibration and noise emissions over the total working period.
To estimate vibration and noise emissions accurately, the times when the tool is switched off or when it is running but not actually being used should also be taken into account. This may significantly reduce vibration and noise emissions over the total working period.
Implement additional safety measures to protect the oper-ator from the effects of vibration, such as servicing the power tool and application tools, keeping their hands warm, and organising workflows correctly.

Assembly

Remove the battery from the power tool before carry-ing out work on the power tool (e.g. maintenance, changing tool, etc.). The battery should also be re- moved for transport and storage. There is risk of injury from unintentionally pressing the on/off switch.

Battery Charging

Use only the chargers listed in the technical data. Only these chargers are matched to the lithium-ion battery of your power tool.

Note: The battery is supplied partially charged. To ensure full battery capacity, fully charge the battery in the charger before using your power tool for the first time.
The lithium-ion battery can be charged at any time without reducing its service life. Interrupting the charging process does not damage the battery.
The lithium-ion battery is protected against deep discharge by the “Electronic Cell Protection (ECP)”. When the battery is discharged, the power tool is switched off by means of a protective circuit: The application tool no longer rotates.

Do not continue to press the On/Off switch after the power tool has automatically switched off. The battery can be damaged.

Follow the instructions on correct disposal.

Removing the Battery
The battery (11) is equipped with two locking levels to pre-vent the battery from falling out if the battery release button (14) is pressed unintentionally. The battery is held in place by a spring when fitted in the power tool.
To remove the battery (11), press the release button (14) and pull the battery out of the power tool. Do not use force to do this.

Battery charge indicator
The green LEDs on the battery charge indicator indicate the state of charge of the battery. For safety reasons, it is only possible to check the state of charge when the power tool is not in operation.
Press the button for the battery charge indicator  or to show the state of charge. This is also possible when the bat-tery is removed.
If no LED lights up after pressing the button for the battery charge indicator, then the battery is defective and must be replaced.

Battery model GBA 18V…

Battery model ProCORE18V…

Inserting/replacing the bandsaw blade

• Always wear protective gloves when mounting the bandsaw blade. Danger of injury when touching the bandsaw blade.
• Always wear safety goggles. Safety goggles reduce the risk of injury.

Selecting a bandsaw blade
An overview of recommended bandsaw blades can be found at the end of these instructions.

Fitting the bandsaw blade (see figures A–E)
Release the two locking clips (4) ❶ and lift up the cover (13) . Swivel the lever (9) by 180° in rotational direction as far as it will go.
Guide the bandsaw blade (6) bit by bit into the saw blade guides (7). The rear end of the saw blade must touch the bearings in the bottom part of the saw blade guides (7). Guide the bandsaw blade (6) bit by bit around the two rollers (17).
Swivel the lever (9) back by 180° as far as it will go. Check whether the bandsaw blade (6) is positioned correctly around both rollers (17). Lower the cover (13) back down until the locking clips (4) engage.

Check that the bandsaw blade (6) is seated correctly. Briefly switch the power tool on and off several times. If the bandsaw blade is not mounted correctly, it can come undone and injure you.

Dust/Chip Extraction
Dust from materials such as lead-containing coatings, some wood types, minerals and metal can be harmful to one’s health. Touching or breathing-in the dust can cause allergic reactions and/or lead to respiratory infections of the user or bystanders.
Certain dust, such as oak or beech dust, is considered 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 working place.
• It is recommended to wear a P2 filter-class respirator. Observe the relevant regulations in your country for the ma-terials to be worked.

Avoid dust accumulation at the workplace. Dust can easily ignite.

Operation

Starting Operation
Inserting the battery
Slide the charged battery (11) into the power tool from the front. Press the battery fully into the power tool until the bat-tery is securely locked.

Switching On and Off
To switch on the power tool, first press the lock-off button (1), then press and hold the on/off switch (2).
The lamp (10) lights up when the on/off switch (2) is lightly or fully pressed, meaning that the work area is illuminated in poor lighting conditions.
To switch off, release the on/off switch (2).
Note: For safety reasons, the on/off switch (2) cannot be locked; it must remain pressed during the entire operation.

Temperature-dependent overload protection
In normal conditions of use, the power tool cannot be over-loaded. If the power tool is overloaded or the permitted bat-tery temperature is exceeded, the electronics of the power tool will switch off until the temperature returns to within the optimum operating temperature range.

Working Advice

Hold the power tool firmly with both hands and make sure you have a stable footing. The power tool can be more securely guided with both hands.

Select a suitable cutting position for your workpiece, so that as many teeth as possible of the bandsaw blade (6) are in the cut (see figure F).
Switch the power tool on, place it onto the workpiece using the guide (5) and slowly lower the bandsaw blade (6) into the cut.
Work with moderate pressure and uniform feed.
Reduce the pressure just before ending the cut and slightly raise the power tool, so that it does not fall on the work-piece.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning

Remove the battery from the power tool before carry-ing out work on the power tool (e.g. maintenance, changing tool, etc.). The battery should also be removed for transport and storage. There is risk of injury from unintentionally pressing the on/off switch.

To ensure safe and efficient operation, always keep the power tool and the ventilation slots clean.

After-Sales Service and Application Service

Our after-sales service responds to your questions concern-ing maintenance and repair of your product as well as spare parts. You can find explosion drawings and information on spare parts at: www.bosch-pt.com
The Bosch product use advice team will be happy to help you with any questions about our products and their accessories.
In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always include the 10‑digit article number given on the nameplate of the product.

Great Britain
Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)
P.O. Box 98
Broadwater Park
North Orbital Road
Denham Uxbridge
UB 9 5HJ
At www.bosch-pt.co.uk you can order spare parts or arrange the collection of a product in need of servicing or repair. Tel. Service: (0344) 7360109
E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com
You can find further service addresses at:
www.bosch-pt.com/serviceaddresses

Transport

The recommended lithium-ion batteries are subject to legis-lation on the transport of dangerous goods. The user can transport the batteries by road without further require-ments.
When shipping by third parties (e.g.: by air transport or for-warding agency), special requirements on packaging and la-belling must be observed. For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is re-quired.
Dispatch battery packs only when the housing is undam-aged. Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the bat-tery in such a manner that it cannot move around in the packaging. Please also observe the possibility of more de-tailed national regulations.

Disposal

Power tools, rechargeable batteries, accessor-ies and packaging should be sorted for environ-mental-friendly recycling.
Do not dispose of power tools and batteries/re-chargeable batteries into household waste!

Only for EU countries:
According to the Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its transposition into national law, power tools that are no longer usable, and, according to the Directive 2006/66/EC, defective or drained batteries must be collected separately and disposed of in an environ- mentally correct manner.
If disposed incorrectly, waste electrical and electronic equipment may have harmful effects on the environment and human health, due to the potential presence of hazardous substances.

Only for United Kingdom:
According to The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2013 (SI 2013/3113) (as amended) and the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009 (SI 2009/890) (as amended), products that are no longer us- able must be collected separately and disposed of in an en-vironmentally friendly manner.

Battery packs/batteries: Li-ion:
Please observe the notes in the section on transport (see
“Transport”, page 16).

EU Declaration of Conformity

Bandsaw  Article number

We declare under our sole responsibility that the stated products comply with all applicable provisions of the directives and regulations listed below and are in conformity with the following standards.
Technical file at: *

GCB 18V-63

3 601 BA0 400

2006/42/EC
2014/30/EU
2011/65/EU
EN 60745-1:2009+A11:2010 EN 60745-2-20:2009
EN 62471:2008
EN 55014-1:2017+A11:2020 EN 55014-2:2015
EN IEC 63000:2018
* Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH (PT/ECS)
70538 Stuttgart
GERMANY
Henk Becker Helmut Heinzelmann
Chairman of Executive Management Head of Product Certification

Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH, 70538 Stuttgart, GERMANY Stuttgart, 01.07.2022\

Declaration of Conformity

Bandsaw GCB 18V-63

Article number 3 601 BA0 400

We declare under our sole responsibility that the stated products comply with all applicable provisions of the regulations lis-ted below and are in conformity with the following standards.
Technical file at: Robert Bosch Ltd. (PT/SOP-GB), Broadwater Park, North Orbital Road, Uxbridge UB9 5HJ, United Kingdom

Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016
The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012
EN 60745-1:2009+A11:2010
EN 60745-2-20:2009
EN 62471:2008
EN 55014-1:2017+A11:2020
EN 55014-2:2015
EN IEC 63000:2018

Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH, 70538 Stuttgart, Germany represented (in terms of the above regulations) by
Robert Bosch Limited, Broadwater Park, North Orbital Road, Uxbridge UB9 5HJ, United Kingdom
Martin Sibley
Head of Sales Operations and Aftersales

Robert Bosch Ltd. Broadwater Park, North Orbital Road, Uxbridge UB9 5HJ, United Kingdom, as authorised representative acting on behalf of Robert Bosch Power Tools GmbH, 70538 Stuttgart, Germany

Place of issue: Uxbridge

Date of issue: 07/04/2021

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