Safety Instructions For Miter Saws - Bosch GCM18V-08 Operating/Safety Instructions Manual

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General power tool safety warnings
operate the power tool.
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.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
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.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease.
▶ Battery tool use and care
Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer.
Use power tools
designated battery packs.
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,

Safety instructions for miter saws

Miter saws are intended to cut wood or wood-like
products, they cannot be used with abrasive cut-
off wheels for cutting ferrous material such as
bars, rods, studs, etc.
Use clamps to support the workpiece whenever
possible. If supporting the workpiece by hand, you
must always keep your hand at least 100 mm (4
in.) from either side of the saw blade. Do not use
this saw to cut pieces that are too small to be
securely clamped or held by hand.
only with specifically
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
that can make a connection from one terminal to
another.
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.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged
or modified.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature.
Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specified in the instructions.
▶ Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.
Never service damaged battery packs.
The workpiece must be stationary and clamped or
held against both the fence and the table. Do not
feed the workpiece into the blade or cut
"freehand" in any way.
Push the saw through the workpiece. Do not pull
the saw through the workpiece. To make a cut,
raise the saw head and pull it out over the
workpiece without cutting, start the motor, press
the saw head down and push the saw through the
workpiece.
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