Stationary Or Flexible Mounting; Dust/Chip Extraction - Bosch PCM 8 S Manual Original

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Mounting the Saw Table Extension and the Length Stop
(see figure A)
The saw table extension 39 and the length stop 38 can be po-
sitioned left or right from the machine.
– Mount the saw table extension and the length stop to the
requested extension bar 19 as required and tighten the
corresponding wing nut.
Mounting the Extension Bars (see figure A)
For mounting, use the extension-bar fastening kit 40.
(2 U-profiles with screws)
– Tilt the power tool in such a manner that the extension bars
can be affixed to the bottom side of the saw-table casing.
– Hold a U-profile over a casing fin 41 so that the drill holes
of both parts are in alignment.
– Insert an extension bar through the drill holes 18, the U-
profile and the casing fins to the stop.
– Tighten the screw of the U-profile to secure the extension
bar.
– Repeat the work steps for the second extension bar on the
other side of the saw-table casing.
Mounting the Locking Knob (see figure B)
– Screw the locking knob 13 into the corresponding thread-
ed hole below the insert plates 12.
 Always tighten the locking knob 13 firmly before saw-
ing. Otherwise the saw blade can become wedged in the
workpiece.
Inserting the Batteries (see figure C)
– Open the battery compartment 36.
– Insert the batteries provided according to the specified po-
larity.
– Close the battery compartment.

Stationary or Flexible Mounting

 To ensure safe handling, the machine must be mounted
on a level and stable surface (e. g., workbench) prior to
using.
Mounting with Base Unit (see figures D1 – D2)
For mounting, use the base-unit fastening kit 43. (24 screws
with nuts for assembly, 4 screws with nuts for fastening of the
machine, 4 washers)
– Screw the base unit 42 together. Tighten the screws firm-
ly.
– Fasten the power tool to the supporting surface of the base
unit. For this, use the mounting holes 16 of the power tool
as well as the slots in the base unit.
Mounting without Base Unit (see figure E)
– Fasten the power tool with suitable screw fasteners to the
working surface. The mounting holes 16 serve for this pur-
pose.
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Dust/Chip Extraction

Dusts from materials such as lead-containing coatings, some
wood types, minerals and metal can be harmful to one's
health. Touching or breathing-in the dusts can cause allergic
reactions and/or lead to respiratory infections of the user or
bystanders.
Certain dusts, such as oak or beech dust, are considered as
carcinogenic, especially in connection with wood-treatment
additives (chromate, wood preservative). Materials contain-
ing asbestos may only be worked by specialists.
– Always use dust extraction.
– Provide for good ventilation of the working place.
– It is recommended to wear a P2 filter-class respirator.
Observe the relevant regulations in your country for the mate-
rials to be worked.
The dust/chip extraction can be blocked by dust, chips or
workpiece fragments.
– Switch the machine off and pull the mains plug from the
socket outlet.
– Wait until the saw blade has come to a complete stop.
– Determine the cause of the blockage and correct it.
Integrated Dust Extraction (see figure F)
– Mount the dust bag 1 onto the chip ejector 2.
During sawing, the dust bag must never come into contact
with the movable machine parts.
Always empty the dust bag in good time.
External Dust Extraction
For dust extraction, a vacuum hose (size Ø 36 mm) can also
be connected to the chip ejector 2.
The vacuum cleaner must be suitable for the material being
worked.
When vacuuming dry dust that is especially detrimental to
health or carcinogenic, use a special vacuum cleaner.
Changing the Tool (see figures G1–G4)
 When mounting the saw blade, wear protective gloves.
Danger of injury when touching the saw blade.
Use only saw blades whose maximum permitted speed is
higher than the no-load speed of the power tool.
Use only saw blades that correspond with the characteristic
data given in these operation instructions and that are tested
and marked in accordance with EN 847-1.
Use only saw blades recommended by the tool manufacturer
and suitable for sawing the materials to be cut.
Removing the Saw Blade
– Bring the power tool into the working position.
– Pull the transport safety-lock 35 all the way outward and
turn it by 90°. Allow the transport safety-lock to engage in
this position.
The tool arm is now locked in the working position.
– Turn the hex socket screw 45 with the hex key 20 provided
while at the same time pressing the spindle lock 44 until it
engages.
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