Practical Advice - Bosch GWS 18V-10 Professional Manual Original

Avoid dust accumulation at the workplace. Dust can
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easily ignite.
Operation
Start-up
Inserting the battery
Push the charged battery (5) into the base of the power tool
from the front until the battery is securely locked.
Switching on/off
To start the power tool, push the on/off switch (4) forward.
To lock the on/off switch (4) in position, push the on/off
switch (4) forward and down until it clicks into place.
To switch off the power tool, release the on/off switch (4);
or, if the switch is locked, briefly push the on/off switch (4)
backward and down and then release it.
Always check abrasive tools before using them. The
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abrasive tool must be fitted properly and be able to
move freely. Carry out a test run for at least one
minute with no load. Do not use abrasive tools that are
damaged, run untrue or vibrate during use. Damaged
abrasive tools can burst apart and cause injuries.
Kickback stop
If there is a sudden kickback in the power tool,
e.g. jamming in a separating cut, the power
supply to the motor will be interrupted elec-
tronically.
To restart the tool, set the On/Off switch (4) to the "off" po-
sition and then switch the power tool on again.
Restart protection
The restart protection feature prevents the power tool from
uncontrolled starting after the power supply to it has been
interrupted.
To restart the tool, set the on/off switch (4) to the off posi-
tion and then switch the power tool on again.
Impact shutdown
The integrated impact shutdown switches the power tool off
as soon as it hits the floor. To restart the tool, set the On/Off
switch (4) to the "off" position and then switch the power
tool on again.

Practical advice

Exercise caution when cutting slots in structural walls;
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see the "Information on structural design" section.
Clamp the workpiece if it is not secure under its own
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weight.
Do not load the power tool so heavily that it comes to a
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stop.
If the power tool has been subjected to a heavy load,
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continue to run it at no-load for several minutes to
cool down the accessory.
Do not use the power tool with a cut-off stand.
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Do not touch grinding and cutting discs until they have
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cooled down. The discs can become very hot while work-
ing.
If the power tool becomes electrostatically charged, the
built-in electronics will switch the power tool off. Press the
on/off switch (4) again to restart the power tool.
Rough grinding
Never use cutting discs for rough grinding.
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The best rough grinding results are achieved with a set angle
of 30° to 40°. Move the power tool back and forth with mod-
erate pressure. This will ensure that the workpiece does not
become too hot or discolour and that grooves are not
formed.
Flap disc
The flap disc (accessory) enables you to machine curved
surfaces and profiles.
Flap discs have a considerably longer service life, lower
noise levels and lower sanding temperatures than conven-
tional grinding discs.
Cutting metal
Always use the protective guard for cutting (13) when
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cutting bonded abrasives.
When carrying out abrasive cutting, use a moderate feed
that is suited to the material being machined. Do not exert
pressure on the cutting disc and do not tilt or swing the
power tool.
Do not attempt to reduce the speed of a cutting disc coming
to a stop by applying pressure from the side.
Cutting Stone (see figure C)
Provide sufficient dust extraction when cutting stone.
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Wear a dust mask.
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The power tool may be used only for dry cutting/grind-
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ing.
For best results when cutting stone, use a diamond cutting
disc.
When using the extraction guard for cutting with a cutting
guide (25), the vacuum cleaner must be approved for vacu-
uming stone dust. Suitable vacuum cleaners are available
from Bosch.
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The power tool must always
work in an up-grinding mo-
tion. Otherwise there is a
risk that it will be pushed
uncontrolled out of the cut.
For best results when cut-
ting profiles and rectangular
tubing, start at the smallest
cross section.
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