Bosch PROFESSIONAL GST 65 Operating Instructions Manual page 7

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d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamil-
iar with the power tool or these instruc-
tions to operate the power tool. Power tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalign-
ment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that may
affect the power tool's operation. If dam-
aged, have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by poorly main-
tained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Prop-
erly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories, 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.
5) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a quali-
fied repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained.
Power Tool-specific Safety
Warnings
Keep hands away from the sawing range. Do
not reach under the workpiece. Contact with
the saw blade can lead to injuries.
Apply the power tool to the workpiece only
when switched on. Otherwise there is danger of
kickback when the cutting tool jams in the work-
piece.
Pay attention that the base plate 3 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
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.
Use only sharp, flawless saw blades. Bent or
unsharp saw blades can break or cause kickback.
Do not brake the saw blade to a stop by apply-
ing 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
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with electric lines can lead to fire and electric shock.
Damaging a gas line can lead to explosion. Pene-
trating a water line causes property damage or may
cause an electric shock.
Hold the power tool only by the insulated
gripping surfaces when performing an opera-
tion where the cutting tool may contact hid-
den wiring or its own power cord. Contact with
a "live" wire will also make exposed metal parts of
the power tool "live" and shock the operator.
Secure the workpiece. A workpiece clamped
with clamping devices or in a vice is held more
secure than by hand.
Do not work materials containing asbestos.
Asbestos is considered carcinogenic.
Take protective measures when dust can
develop during working that is harmful to
one's health, combustible or explosive. Exam-
ple: Some dusts are regarded as carcinogenic.
Wear a dust mask and work with dust/chip extrac-
tion when connectable.
Keep your workplace clean. Blends of materials
are particularly dangerous. Dust from light alloys
can burn or explode.
Always wait until the power tool 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 use the power tool with a damaged
cord. Do not touch the damaged cord and pull
the plug from the outlet when the cord is dam-
aged while working. Damaged cords increase
the risk of an electric shock.
Connect power tools that are used in the open
via a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI).
Functional Description
Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warn-
ings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
While reading the operating instructions, unfold the
graphics page for the tool and leave it open.
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 miter angles to 45°. The
saw blade recommendations are to be observed.
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