Bosch PST 18 LI Original Instructions Manual page 17

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
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power tool has automatically switched off. The battery
can be damaged.
Inserting the Battery
Push the charged battery into the battery holder until it
clicks into place.
Removing the Battery
To remove the rechargeable battery, press the battery re-
lease button and pull the battery out. Do not use force to do
this.
Battery charge indicator
The battery charge indicator indicates the remaining battery
capacity or an overload when the power tool is switched on.
LED
Continuous lighting 3 x green
Continuous lighting 2 x green
Continuous lighting 1 x green
Slowly flashing light 1 x green
The three LEDs in the battery charge indicator flash quickly
when the temperature of the rechargeable battery is outside
the operating temperature range and/or the overload protec-
tion has been triggered.
Recommendations for Optimal Handling of the
Battery
Protect the battery against moisture and water.
Only store the battery within a temperature range of −20 to
50 °C. Do not leave the battery in your car in the summer, for
example.
Occasionally clean the ventilation slots on the battery using a
soft brush that is clean and dry.
A significantly reduced operating time after charging indic-
ates that the battery has deteriorated and must be replaced.
Follow the instructions on correct disposal.
Assembly
Remove the battery from the power tool before carry-
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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.
Inserting/changing the saw blade
When fitting or changing the saw blade, wear protect-
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ive gloves. Blades are sharp and can become hot when
used for prolonged periods of time.
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Selecting the saw blade
You will find an overview of recommended saw blades at the
end of these operating instructions. Only use saw blades
with a single lug shank (T shank) or with a 1/4" universal
shank (U shank). The saw blade should not be longer than
required for the intended cut.
Use a narrow saw blade when sawing tight curves.
Inserting the saw blade (see figure A)
Clean the shaft on the saw blade before inserting it.
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A dirty shaft cannot be securely fixed in place.
If necessary, remove the hood (12).
Push the saw blade receptacle (18) upwards in the direction
of the arrow. Push the saw blade (15), with the teeth in the
cutting direction, into the saw blade receptacle as far as it
will go.
Make sure when inserting the saw blade that the back of the
saw blade is in the groove on the guide roller (13).
Check that the saw blade is seated securely. A loose
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saw blade can fall out and lead to injuries.
Removing the saw blade (see figure B)
Capacity
Push the saw blade receptacle (18) upwards in the direction
≥ 66%
of the arrow and remove the saw blade (15).
33–66%
Saw blade storage compartment (see figure C)
11–33%
You can keep up to six saw blades that are no longer than
≤ 10%
110 mm in the saw blade storage compartment (9). Insert
the saw blades with single lug shank (T shank) into the saw
blade storage compartment in the recess intended for these.
You can place up to three saw blades on top of each other.
Close the saw blade storage compartment and push it as far
as it will go into the recess in the base plate (10).
Anti-splinter guard (see figure D)
The anti-splinter guard (21) (accessory) can prevent splin-
tering of the surface while sawing wood. The anti-splinter
guard can only be used with certain saw blade types and only
at a cutting angle of 0°. When sawing with the anti-splinter
guard, the base plate (10) must not be moved to the rear for
sawing close to edges.
Push the anti-splinter guard (21) into the base plate (10)
from below (as shown in the figure with the groove facing up-
wards).
Cut Control
Cut Control enables the power tool to be guided precisely
along a cutting line marked on the workpiece. Cut Control
includes the viewing window (16) with cut marks and the
base (14) for securing to the power tool.
Securing Cut Control to the base plate (see figure E)
Firmly insert the viewing window for Cut Control (16) into
the brackets on the base (14). Then push the base together
gently and allow it to click into place in the guide (22) on the
base plate (10).
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