Bosch GCM18V-12GDC Instrucciones De Funcionamiento Y Seguridad página 42

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; how-
ever, many users prefer using this method because
it is quicker when making repeat cuts. This method
can also produce more accurate 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. How-
ever, 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 5-1/2"
(140mm) or less
PREPARING FOR CHOP CUT
1. With the saw head in the UP position, push it back
over the fence to the rear.
2. Engage the mechanism lock lever (item 27 – page
12) by lifting up the finger tab. Check that mecha-
nism movement is stopped.
3. Properly position your workpiece and clamp it firmly
to the table and/or fence.
Use clamping position that
does not interfere with oper-
ation. Before 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 saw Off by conducting a simulated cutting
cycle, and observe the projected path of the saw
blade. Keep hands at least six (6) inches (152mm)
away from the projected path of the saw blade.
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Saw Operations
MAKING A CHOP CUT
1. Activate the switch, then fully lower the saw head to
make the cut.
2. Hold the saw head down until the blade comes to a
complete stop. Return the saw head to the UP posi-
tion. Remove workpiece.
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