Chop Cuts - Bosch PROFACTOR GCM18V-10SDN14 Operating/Safety Instructions Manual

Chop Cuts

What's a Chop Cut?
• A "chop cut" is a cross-cut made when the saw is held to
the rearmost position and is operated like a conventional
(non-sliding) miter saw. Using the chop cut method
lowers the cross-cutting capacity. However, many users
prefer this method because it is quicker when making
repeat cuts. This method can also produce more accu-
rate cuts because the saw head is locked in the retracted
position.
• This saw has bevel angle stops that accurately stop at
critical angles: 45° Left/Right and 0° Right. It comes
factory-set and should not require adjustment. However,
after extensive use or if the tool has received a hard
impact, it may require an adjustment.
• A chop cut can cut pieces with a width of 4" (102mm)
or less.
Preparing for Chop Cut
Use clamping position that does
not interfere with operation. Be-
fore switching "ON", lower head assembly to make sure
clamp clears guard and head assembly.
Be aware of the path of the saw
blade. Make a dry run with the bat-
tery pack disconnected and the saw switched OFF by con-
ducting a simulated cutting cycle, and observe the pro-
jected path of the saw blade. Keep hands at least six (6)
inches (152mm) away from the projected path of the saw
blade.
1. With the saw head assembly (Fig. 43, 28) in the UP posi-
tion, push it back over the fence to the rear.
2. Turn the slide rail lock knob (Fig. 44, 7) clockwise to lock
it.
3. Properly position your workpiece and clamp it firmly to
the table (Fig. 44, 22), the fence (12), or both.
Saw Operations
Making a Chop Cut
1. Activate the switch (Fig. 1, 3), then fully lower the saw
head assembly (Fig. 43, 28) to make the cut.
Fig. 43
2. Hold the saw head assembly down until the blade comes
to a complete stop. Return the the saw head assembly to
the UP position. Remove workpiece.
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