BOSCH GST 10 Table Saw Instruction Manual

BOSCH GST 10 Table Saw

Safety Notes

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

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 (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 and 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 power tool while you are tired or under the influence 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 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, 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 extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce 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 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 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 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.

Battery tool use and care

• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery 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 occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery 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 Warnings for Jigsaws

• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.

• Keep hands away from the sawing range. Do not reach under the workpiece. Contact with the saw blade can lead to injuries.

• Apply the machine to the workpiece only when switched on. Otherwise there is danger of kickback when the cutting tool jams in the workpiece.

• Pay attention that the base plate 9 rests securely on the material while sawing. A jammed saw blade can break or lead to kickback.

• When the cut is completed, switch off the machine 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 machine securely.

• 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 appropriate 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 to fire
  and electric shock. Damaging a gas line can lead to explosion. Penetrating a water line causes property damage.

• Secure the workpiece. A workpiece clamped with clamping devices or in a vice is held more secure than by hand.

• Always wait until the machine has come to a complete stop before placing it down. The tool insert can jam and lead to loss of control over the power tool.

• Do not open the battery. Danger of short-circuiting.
  Protect the battery against heat, e.g., against continuous intense sunlight, fire, water, and moisture. Danger of explosion.

• In case of damage and improper use of the battery, vapours may be emitted. Ventilate the area and seek medical help in case of complaints. The vapours can irritate the respiratory system.

• Use the battery only in conjunction with your Bosch power tool. This measure alone protects the battery against dangerous overload.

Product Description and Specifications

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

While reading the operating instructions, unfold the graphics page for the machine and leave it open.

Intended Use

The machine is intended for making separating cuts and cutouts in wood, plastic, metal, ceramic plates and rubber while resting firmly on the workpiece. It is suitable for straight and curved cuts with mitre angles to 45°. The saw blade recommendations are to be observed.

The light of this power tool is intended to illuminate the power tool’s direct area of working operation and is not suitable for household room illumination.

Product Features

The numbering of the product features refers to the illustration of the machine on the graphics page.

1. Battery pack
2. Battery unlocking button
3. “Power Light” button
4. Thumbwheel for stroke rate preselection
5. Battery charge-control indicator
6. Temperature control/overload protection indicator
7. On/Off switch
8. Adjusting lever for orbital action
9. Base plate
10. Guide roller
11. Stroke rod
12. Plastic sliding shoe
13. Lead for the parallel guide
14. Saw blade*
15. “Power Light”
16. Extraction hood
17. Handle (insulated gripping surface)
18. SDS clamping lever for saw blade release
19. Contact protector
20. Vacuum connection
21. Vacuum hose*
22. Splinter guard
23. Nose plastic sliding shoe
24. Screw
25. Scale for mitre angle
26. Locking screw for parallel guide*
27. Parallel guide with circle cutter*
28. Cent ring tip of the circle cutter*
29. Allen key
    

*Accessories shown or described are not part of the standard delivery scope of the product. A complete overview of accessories can be found in our accessories program.

Technical Data

• dependent of the battery pack being used

Battery| |
---|---|---
Permitted ambient temperature| |
– when charging| °C| 0…+45
– during operation*| °C| –20…+50
– during storage| °C| –20…+60
Recommended batteries| | GBA 10,8V x,xAh O–.

Noise/Vibration Information

GST 10,8 V-LI

Measured sound values determined according to EN 60745.| |
Typically the A-weighted noise levels of the product are| |
Sound pressure level| dB(A)| 77
Sound power level| dB(A)| 88
Uncertainty K| dB| 3
Wear hearing protection!| |
Vibration total values ah (triax vector sum) and uncertainty K determined according to EN 60745:Cutting board:| |
ah| m/s2| 5.5
K| m/s2| 1.5
Cutting sheet metal:| |
Ah| m/s2| 5.0
K| m/s2| 1.5

The vibration level given in this information sheet has been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN 60745 and may be used to compare one tool with another. It may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure.
The declared vibration emission level represents the main applications of the tool. However if the tool is used for different
applications, with different accessories or insertion tools or is poorly maintained, the vibration emission may differ. This may significantly increase the exposure level over the total working period.

An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration should also take into account the times when the tool is switched off or when it is running but not actually doing the job. This may significantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period.
Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of vibration such as: maintain the tool and the accessories, keep the hands warm, organisation of work patterns.

Declaration of Conformity

We declare under our sole responsibility that the product described under “Technical Data” is in conformity with the following standards or standardization documents: EN 60745 according to the provisions of the directives 2009/125/EC (Regulation 1194/2012), 2011/65/EU, 2004/108/EC, 2006/42/EC.

Technical file (2006/42/EC) at: Robert Bosch GmbH, PT/ETM9, D-70745 Seinfeldian- Echterdingen

Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen Seinfeldian, 23.08.2013

Assembly

• Before any work on the machine itself (e.g. maintenance, tool change, etc.) as well as during transport and storage, remove the battery from the power tool.
  There is danger of injury when unintentionally actuating the On/Off switch.

Battery Charging

• Use only the battery chargers listed on the accessories page. Only these battery chargers are matched to the lithium ion battery of your power tool.

Note: The battery is supplied partially charged. To ensure full capacity of the battery, completely charge the battery in the battery 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 procedure does not damage the battery.

The lithium ion battery is protected against deep discharging by the “Electronic Cell Protection (ECP)”. When the battery is empty, the machine is switched off by means of a protective circuit: The inserted tool no longer rotates. Observe the notes for disposal.

Battery Charge-control Indication

The three green LEDs of the battery charge-control indicator 5 show the charging status of the battery 1. The battery charge control indicator only illuminates for 5 seconds after start-up.

When no LED lights up after switching on, then the battery is defective and must be replaced.

Replacing/Inserting the Saw Blade

• When mounting the saw blade, wear protective gloves.
  Danger of injury when touching the saw blade.

Selecting a Saw Blade

An overview of recommended saw blades can be found at the end of these instructions. Use only T-shank saw blades. The saw blade should not be longer than required for the intended cut.
Use a thin saw blade for narrow curve cuts.

Inserting the Saw Blade (see figure A)

• Clean the shank of the saw blade before inserting it. An unclean shank cannot be fastened securely.
  Insert the saw blade 14 into the stroke rod 11 until it latches.
  The SDS lever 18 automatically snaps to the rear and the saw blade is locked. Do not manually press the lever 18 toward the rear, otherwise you could damage the machine.
  While inserting the saw blade, pay attention that the back of the saw blade is positioned in the groove of the guide roller 10.

• Check the tight seating of the saw blade. A loose saw blade can fall out and lead to injuries.
  

Ejecting the Saw Blade (see figure B)

• When ejecting the saw blade, hold the machine in such a manner that no persons or animals can be injured by the ejected saw blade.
  

Turn the SDS lever 18 forward towards the contact protector 19 to the stop. The saw blade is released and ejected.

Dust/Chip Extraction

• Dusts 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 dusts can cause allergic reactions and/or lead to respiratory infections of the user or bystanders.
  Certain dusts, such as oak or beech dust, are considered as carcinogenic, especially in connection with wood-treatment additives (chromate, wood preservative). Materials containing asbestos may only be worked by specialists.

  • As far as possible, use a dust extraction system suitable for the material.
  • 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 materials to be worked.

• Prevent dust accumulation at the workplace. Dusts can easily ignite.

Connecting the Dust Extraction (see figures C–E)

Insert the vacuum connection 20 into the opening of base plate 9.
Place a vacuum hose 21 (accessory) onto the vacuum connection 20. Connect the vacuum hose 21 with a vacuum cleaner (accessory). An overview for the connection of various vacuum cleaners can be found at the end of these instructions.
To enable optimum dust extraction, use the splinter guard 22 if possible.
The vacuum cleaner must be suitable for the material being worked.
When vacuuming dry dust that is especially detrimental to health or carcinogenic, use a special vacuum cleaner.
Place the extraction hood 16 onto the contact protector 19.

Splinter Guard (see figure E)

The splinter guard 22 can prevent fraying of the surface while sawing wood. The splinter guard can only be used with certain saw blade types and only at a cutting angle of 0°.
Insert the splinter guard 22 into base plate 9 from the front.
The splinter guard 22 can also be fitted with the mounted plastic sliding shoe 12.

Sliding Shoe (see figure F)

When working with sensitive surfaces, use the plastic sliding shoe 12.
To put on the plastic sliding shoe 12, place the front edge of the base plate 9 under the nose of the plastic sliding shoe 23.
Then press the power tool onto the plastic sliding shoe 12 until it engages.
When using the plastic sliding shoe 12, the splinter guard 22 is inserted not into the base plate 9, but rather the sliding shoe.

Operation

Operating Modes

• Before any work on the machine itself (e.g. maintenance, tool change, etc.) as well as during transport and storage, remove the battery from the power tool.
  There is danger of injury when unintentionally actuating the On/Off switch.

Orbital Action Settings

The adjustable orbital action allows for optimal adaptation of cutting speed, cutting capacity and cutting pattern to the material being worked.
The orbital action can be adjusted with the adjusting lever 8, even during operation.

The optimal orbital action setting for the respective application can be determined through practical testing. The following recommendations apply:

• Select a lower orbital action setting (or switch it off) for a finer and cleaner cutting edge.
• For thin materials such as sheet metal, switch the orbital action off.
• For hard materials such as steel, work with low orbital action.
• For soft materials and when sawing in the direction of the grain, work with maximum orbital action.

Adjusting the Cutting Angle (see figure J)

The base plate 9 can be swiveled by 45° to the left or right for miter cuts.
Remove the vacuum connection 20.
In miter angle 0° there is a pin in a corresponding recess.
Loosen the screw 24 with the Allen key 29 until you can slide the base plate 9 in toward the battery 1. Let the pin slide into the guide groove.
For adjustment of precise mitre angles, swivel the base plate 9 to the desired position according to the scale 25. Every angle can be adjusted to 45° using a protractor.
Tighten the screw 24 again.
The vacuum connection 20 and the splinter guard 22 cannot be used for bevel cuts.

Starting Operation

Removing the battery (see figure K)
To remove the battery 1 press the unlocking buttons 2 and pull out the battery downwards. Do not exert any force.

Switching On and Off

To start the machine, push the On/Off switch 7 forwards.
To switch off the power tool, push the On/Off switch 7 back to the “0” position.
To save energy, only switch the power tool on when using it.

Controlling the Stroke Rate

With the thumbwheel for stroke rate preselection 4, the stroke rate can be preset and changed during operation.

The required stroke rate is dependent on the material and the working conditions and can be determined by a practical trial.

Reducing the stroke rate is recommended when the saw blade engages in the material as well as when sawing plastic and aluminium.

After longer periods of work at low stroke rate, the machine can heat up considerably. Remove the saw blade from the machine and allow the machine to cool down by running it for approx. 3 minutes at maximum stroke rate.

Temperature Dependent Overload Protection

In normal conditions of use, the power tool cannot be overloaded. If the power tool is overloaded or not kept within the
permitted battery temperature range, the speed is reduced or the power tool switches off. At reduced speed, the power tool will run again at full speed once the permitted battery temper ature is reached or the load is reduced. During automatic
shut-down, switch off the power tool, allow the battery to cool down, then switch the power tool back on.

Temperature Control/Overload Protection Indicator
The red LED indicator 6 will help you in protecting the battery against overheating and the motor against overloading.
When the LED indicator 6 continuously lights up red, the temperature of the battery is too high and the machine switches off automatically.

• Switch the power tool off.
• Allow the battery to cool down before continuing to work.

The LED indicator 6 flashes red, the power tool is blocked and switches off automatically.
Remove the power tool from the workpiece.
As soon as the blockage is corrected, the power tool will continue to work at the set stroke rate.

Protection Against Deep Discharging

The lithium ion battery is protected against deep discharging by the “Electronic Cell Protection (ECP)”. When the battery is empty, the machine is switched off by means of a protective circuit: The inserted tool no longer rotates.

Switching on the LED Work Area Illumination

With the button 3 you can switch on the LED work light. The work light is switched off by default.

Restarting Protection

The restarting protection prevents uncontrolled starting of the machine after a power failure. Once the restarting protection is active, the temperature control/overload protection indicator blinks 6 continuously.

To restart the operation, switch the On/Off switch 7 to the Off position and start the machine again.

Note: When switching off and on again very quickly, it is possible that the restarting protection is triggered; this will prevent the power tool from starting, although the On/Off switch 7 is actuated. Set the On/Off switch 7 to the off position, and then switch the power tool on again.

Working Advice

• When sawing small or thin workpieces, always use a firm support.

Contact Protector

The contact protector 19 attached to the casing prevents accidental touching of the saw blade during the working procedure and may not be removed.
The outwardly curved edge over the extraction hood 16 prevents the hand from slipping away in the sawing range.

Plunge Cutting (see figure G)

• Plunge cuts may only be applied to soft materials, such as wood, gypsum plaster boards, etc.!
  

Use only short saw blades for plunge cutting. Plunge cutting is possible only with the mitre angle set at 0°.
Place the machine with the front edge of the base plate 9 on to the workpiece without the saw blade 14 touching the workpiece and switch on. For machines with stroke rate control, select the maximum stroke rate. Firmly hold the machine
against the workpiece and by tilting the machine, slowly plunge the saw blade into the workpiece.
When the base plate 9 fully lays on the workpiece, continue sawing along the desired cutting line.

Parallel Guide with Circle Cutter (Accessory)

Parallel Cuts (see figure H): Loosen the locking screw 26 and slide the scale of the parallel guide through the lead 13 in the base plate. Set the desired cutting width as the scale value on the inside edge of the base plate. Tighten the locking screw 26.

Circular Cuts (see figure I): Set the locking screw 26 to the other side of the parallel guide. Slide the scale of the parallel guide through the lead 13 in the base plate. Drill a hole in the workpiece centred in the section to be sawn. Insert the centring tip 28 through the inside opening of the parallel guide and into the drilled hole. Set the radius as the scale value on the inside edge of the base plate. Tighten the locking screw 26.

Coolant/Lubricant

When sawing metal, coolant/lubricant should be applied alongside cutting line because of the material heating up.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning

• Before any work on the machine itself (e.g. maintenance, tool change, etc.) as well as during transport and storage, remove the battery from the power tool.
  There is danger of injury when unintentionally actuating the On/Off switch.

• For safe and proper working, always keep the machine and ventilation slots clean.

Clean the saw blade holder regularly. For this, remove the saw blade from the machine and lightly tap out the machine on a level surface.
Heavy contamination of the machine can lead to malfunctions. Therefore, do not saw materials that produce a lot of dust from below or overhead.
Lubricate the guide roller 10 occasionally with a drop of oil.
Check the guide roller 10 regularly. If worn, it must be replaced through an authorised Bosch after-sales service agent.
The plastic sliding shoe 12 should be replaced when it is worn.

After-sales Service and Application Service

Our after-sales service responds to your questions concerning maintenance and repair of your product as well as spare parts. Exploded views and information on spare parts can also be found under:
www.bosch-pt.com
Bosch’s application service team will gladly answer questions concerning our products and their accessories.

In all correspondence and spare parts order, please always include the 10-digit article number given on the type plate of
the machine.

Transport

The contained lithium ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements. The user can transport the batteries by road without further requirements.
When being transported by third parties (e.g.: air transport or forwarding agency), special requirements on packaging and labelling must be observed. For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is required.
Dispatch batteries only when the housing is undamaged.
Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the battery in such a manner that it cannot move around in the packaging.
Please also observe possibly more detailed national regulations.

Disposal

The machine, rechargeable batteries, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environmental friendly recycling.
Do not dispose of power tools and batteries/rechargeable batteries into household waste!

Only for EC countries:

According to the European Guideline 2012/19/EU, power tools that are no longer usable, and according to the European Guideline 2006/66/EC, defective or used battery packs/batteries, must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.
Batteries no longer suitable for use can be directly returned at:

Great Britain
Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)
P.O. Box 98
Broadwater Park
North Orbital Road
Denham
Uxbridge
UB 9 5HJ
Tel. Service: (0844) 7360109
Fax: (0844) 7360146
E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com

Battery packs/batteries:
Li-ion:
Please observe the instructions in section “Transport”, page 19.

Subject to change without notice.

Using Instruction

Accessories

Product Description

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Great Britain
Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)
P.O. Box 98
Broadwater Park
North Orbital Road
Denham
Uxbridge
UB 9 5HJ
Tel. Service: (0844) 7360109
Fax: (0844) 7360146
E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com
Ireland
Origo Ltd.
Unit 23 Magna Drive
Magna Business Park
City West
Dublin 24
Tel. Service: (01) 4666700
Fax: (01) 4666888
Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands
Robert Bosch Australia Pty. Ltd.
Power Tools
Locked Bag 66
Clayton South VIC 3169
Customer Contact Center
Inside Australia:
Phone: (01300) 307044
Fax: (01300) 307045
Inside New Zealand:
Phone: (0800) 543353
Fax: (0800) 428570
Outside AU and NZ:
Phone: +61 3 95415555
www.bosch.com.au
Republic of South Africa
Customer service
Hotline: (011) 6519600
Gauteng – BSC Service Centre
35 Roper Street, New Centre
Johannesburg
Tel.: (011) 4939375
Fax: (011) 4930126
E-Mail: bsctools@icon.co.za
KZN – BSC Service Centre
Unit E, Almar Centre
143 Crompton Street
Pinetown
Tel.: (031) 7012120
Fax: (031) 7012446
E-Mail: bsc.dur@za.bosch.com
Western Cape – BSC Service Centre
Democracy Way, Prosperity Park
Milnerton
Tel.: (021) 5512577
Fax: (021) 5513223
E-Mail: bsc@zsd.co.za
Bosch Headquarters
Midrand, Gauteng
Tel.: (011) 6519600
Fax: (011) 6519880
E-Mail: rbsa-hq.pts@za.bosch.com

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