Maintenance - Bosch GCB18V-2 Operating/Safety Instructions Manual

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▶ Storage
When storing the tool for a long period
of time, turn the blade tension lock lever
90° clockwise to release blade tension
(Chapter "REMOVING BLADE"). This will
extend the life of the blade.
When returning the saw to operating
mode, remember to turn blade tension
lock lever 90° counter-clockwise to
tighten the blade on the pulleys. Open
the cover plate to inspect and make
sure that the blade lies freely within the
blade track before starting the saw.
Close the cover plate. See chapter
"INSTALLING
information.
▶ Service
Preventive maintenance performed by
un au thorized personnel may result in
misplacing of internal wires and
components which could cause serious
hazard. We recom mend that all tool
service be performed by a Bosch
Factory Service Center or Authorized
Bosch Service Station.
▶ Batteries
Be alert for battery packs that are
nearing their end of life. If you notice
decreased
significantly shorter running time
between charges then it is time to
replace the battery pack. Failure to do
so can cause the tool to operate
improperly or damage the charger.
▶ Tool Lubrication
Your Bosch tool has been properly
lubricated and is ready for use.

Maintenance

To avoid accidents, always disconnect the battery pack from tool
before servicing or cleaning.
BLADE" for more
NO USER SERVICE -
ABLE PARTS INSIDE.
tool performance
▶ D.C. Motors
The motor in your tool has been
engineered
dependable service. To maintain peak
efficiency of the motor, we recommend
it be examined every six months. Only a
genuine Bosch replacement motor
specially designed for your tool should
be used.
▶ Cleaning
Ventilation openings and switch levers
must be kept clean and free of foreign
matter. Do not attempt to clean by
inserting pointed objects through
opening.
damage plastic parts. Some of these
are: gasoline, car bon tetrachloride,
chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia
and household detergents that contain
ammonia.
or
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for many hours
Certain cleaning
agents and solvents
of