User manual BOSCH PST 1000 PEL

[. . . ] Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. 1) Work area safety a) Keep work area clean and well lit. [. . . ] This may significantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period. Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of vibration such as: maintain the tool and the accessories, keep the hands warm, organisation of work patterns. We declare under our sole responsibility that the product described under "Technical Data" is in conformity with the following standards or standardization documents: EN 60745 according to the provisions of the directives 2004/108/EC, 98/37/EC (until 28 Dec 2009), 2006/42/EC (from 29 Dec 2009). Before any work on the machine itself, pull the mains plug. Saw Blade Storage (PST 900 PEL) (see figure B) Up to six saw blades with lengths to 110 mm can be stored in the saw blade storage 21. Insert the saw blades with the T-shank into the recess of the saw blade storage intended for this. Up to three saw blades can be placed on top of each other. Shut the saw blade storage and slide it to the stop into the opening of the base plate 7. When mounting the saw blade, wear protective gloves. Danger of injury when touching the saw blade. Selecting a Saw Blade An overview of recommended saw blades can be found at the end of these instructions. The saw blade should not be longer than required for the intended cut. Use a thin saw blade for narrow curve cuts. Inserting the Saw Blade (see figure A1) If required, remove the dust cover 10 (see "Dust Cover"). Insert the saw blade 19 (teeth in cutting direction) into the stroke rod 16 until it latches. the SDS lever 17 automatically snaps to the rear and the saw blade is locked. Do not manually press the lever 17 toward the rear, otherwise you could damage the machine. While inserting the saw blade, pay attention that the back of the saw blade is positioned in the groove of the guide roller 18. Check the tight seating of the saw blade. A loose saw blade can fall out and lead to injuries. Ejecting the Saw Blade (see figure A2) When ejecting the saw blade, hold the machine in such a manner that no persons or animals can be injured by the ejected saw blade. Turn the SDS lever 17 forward towards the contact protector 20 to the stop. [. . . ] for machines with stroke rate control , select the maximum stroke rate. Firmly hold the machine against the workpiece and by tilting the machine, slowly plunge the saw blade into the workpiece. When the base plate 7 fully lays on the workpiece, continue sawing along the desired cutting line. Before any work on the machine itself, pull the mains plug. [. . . ]