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Robert Bosch GmbH

Power Tools Division
70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen
Germany
Keo
www.bosch-garden.com

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Work area safety
f Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents.
f Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
f Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety
f Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
f Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces,
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
f Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric
shock.
f Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
f When operating a power tool outdoors, use an exten-
sion cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable
for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoid-
able, use a residual current device (RCD) protected
supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
f Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power
tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while op-
erating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
f Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal inju-
ries.
f Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
the off-position before connecting to power source
and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or en-
ergising power tools that have the switch on invites acci-
dents.
f Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a ro-
tating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
f Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
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f Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewel-
lery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
f If devices are provided for the connection of dust ex-
traction and collection facilities, ensure these are con-
nected and properly used. Use of dust collection can re-
duce dust-related hazards.
Power tool use and care
f Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
for your application. The correct power tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
f Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it
on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
f Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the
battery pack from the power tool before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
f Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or
these instructions to operate the power tool. Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
f Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or bind-
ing of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If
damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power
tools.
f Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind
and are easier to control.
f Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in ac-
cordance with these instructions, taking into account
the working conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Battery tool use and care
f Recharge only with the charger specified by the manu-
facturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery
pack may create a risk of fire when used with another bat-
tery pack.
f Use power tools only with specifically designated bat-
tery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a
risk of injury and fire.
f When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from oth-
er metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws or other small metal objects, that can make a
connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
f Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally oc-
curs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, addition-
ally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery
may cause irritation or burns.
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Service
f Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair per-
son using only identical replacement parts. This will en-
sure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Safety Warnings for Sabre Saws
f Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when
performing an operation where the cutting accessory
may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting
a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power
tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
f Do not use the tool with the hook without rubber covers
or with damaged rubber covers. If the rubber covers on
the hook are damaged, replace the hook by a new one.
f Keep hands away from the sawing range. Do not reach
under the workpiece. Contact with the saw blade can lead
to injuries.
f Apply the machine to the workpiece only when
switched on. Otherwise there is danger of kickback when
the cutting tool jams in the workpiece.
f When sawing without the hook, the guideplate must al-
ways face against the workpiece. The saw blade can be-
come wedged and lead to loss of control over the power
tool.
f When the cut is completed, switch off the machine and
then pull the saw blade out of the cut only after it has
come to a standstill. In this manner you can avoid kick-
back and can place down the machine securely.
f Use only undamaged saw blades that are in perfect con-
dition. Bent or dull saw blades can break, negatively influ-
ence the cut, or lead to kickback.
f Do not brake the saw blade to a stop by applying side
pressure after switching off. The saw blade can be dam-
aged, break or cause kickback.
f Clamp material well. Do not support the workpiece
with your hand or foot. Do not touch objects or the floor
with the the saw running. Danger of kickback.
f Use appropriate detectors to determine if utility lines
are hidden in the work area or call the local utility com-
pany for assistance. Contact with electric lines can lead
to fire and electric shock. Damaging a gas line can lead to
explosion. Penetrating a water line causes property dam-
age.
f Secure the workpiece. A workpiece clamped with clamp-
ing devices or in a vice is held more secure than by hand.
f Always wait until the machine has come to a complete
stop before placing it down. The tool insert can jam and
lead to loss of control over the power tool.
f Before any work on the machine (e. g. maintenance,
changing the tool, etc.) as well as during its transport
and storage, lock the On/Off switch in the off position.
There is danger of injury when the On/Off switch is unin-
tentionally actuated.
Protect the power tool against heat, e. g.,
against continuous intense sunlight, fire, wa-
ter, and moisture. Danger of explosion.
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f In case of damage and improper use of the battery, va-
pours may be emitted. Provide for fresh air and seek
medical help in case of complaints. The vapours can irri-
tate the respiratory system.
Safety Warnings for Battery Chargers
Keep the battery charger away from rain or
moisture. Penetration of water in the battery
charger increases the risk of an electric
shock.
f Only charge Bosch lithium ion batteries or batteries in-
stalled in Bosch products with the voltages listed in the
technical data. Otherwise there is danger of fire and ex-
plosion.
f Keep the battery charger clean. Contamination can lead
to danger of an electric shock.
f Before each use, check the battery charger. If damage
is detected, battery charger should be changed to new
one. Never open the battery charger yourself. Have re-
pairs performed only by a qualified technician and only
using original spare parts. Damaged battery chargers,
cables and plugs increase the risk of an electric shock.
f Supervise children. This will ensure that children do not
play with the charger.
f Children or persons that owing to their physical, senso-
ry or mental limitations or to their lack of experience or
knowledge, are not capable of securely operating the
charger, may only use this charger under supervision
or after having been instructed by a responsible per-
son. Otherwise, there is danger of operating errors and in-
juries.
Products sold in GB only: Your product is fitted with a
BS 1363/A approved electric plug with internal fuse (ASTA
approved to BS 1362).
If the plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be
cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place by an author-
ised customer service agent. The replacement plug should
have the same fuse rating as the original plug.
The severed plug must be disposed of to avoid a possible
shock hazard and should never be inserted into a mains sock-
et elsewhere.
Symbols
The following symbols are important for reading and under-
standing the operating instructions. Please take note of the
symbols and their meaning. The correct interpretation of the
symbols will help you to use the machine in a better and safer
manner.
Symbol Meaning
Wear eye protection.
Only use the battery charger indoors.
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Symbol Meaning Declaration of Conformity

Reaction direction We declare under our sole responsibility that the product de-
scribed under “Technical Data” is in conformity with the fol-
lowing standards or standardization documents: EN 60745
Movement direction (battery powered products) and EN 60335 (battery charg-
ers) according to the provisions of the directives
2011/65/EU, 2006/95/EC, 2004/108/EC, 2006/42/EC.
Switching On Technical file (2006/42/EC) at:
Bosch Lawn and Garden Ltd., PT-LG/ENS,
Permitted action Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1EY, England
09
Prohibited action Dr. Egbert Schneider Dr. Eckerhard Strötgen
Senior Vice President Engineering Director
Accessories Engineering PT/ESI

Intended Use Robert Bosch GmbH, Power Tools Division

This power tool is intended for domestic use. D-70745 Leinfelden-Echterdingen
It is for cutting branches and can also be used for the sawing 22.08.2011
of wood, soft metal such as copper and plaster board.
It is suitable for straight and curved cuts. Noise/Vibration Information
The saw blade recommendations must be observed.
Measured sound values determined according to EN 60745.
Typically the A-weighted sound pressure level of the product
Technical Data is 72 dB(A). Uncertainty K=3 dB.
Sabre saw Keo The noise level when working can exceed 80 dB(A).
Wear hearing protection!
Article number 3 600 H61 9..
Vibration total values ah (triax vector sum) and uncertainty K
Rated voltage V= 10.8 determined according to EN 60745:
Stroke rate at no load n0 min-1 0 – 1600 Cutting board: ah =19 m/s2, K=6.0 m/s2,
Tool holder SDS Cutting wooden beam: ah =20 m/s2, K=3.0 m/s2.
Stroke mm 20 The vibration emission level given in this information sheet
Cutting capacity, max. diameter has been measured in accordance with a standardised test
– in wood mm 80 given in EN 60745 and may be used to compare one tool with
– in soft metal mm 7 another. It may be used for a preliminary assessment of expo-
sure.
Weight according to The technical specifications of the power tool deviate from
EPTA-Procedure 01/2003 kg 1.05 the test criteria laid out in the standardised test given in
Battery Charger EN 60745.
Article number EU 2 609 003 916 The declared vibration emission level represents the main ap-
UK 2 609 003 932 plications of the tool. However if the tool is used for different
AU 2 609 004 762 applications, with different accessories or poorly maintained,
Input voltage V 100 – 240 the vibration emission may differ. This may significantly in-
crease the exposure level over the total working period.
Charging current mA 500
An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration should also
Charging period (battery dis- take into account the times when the tool is switched off or
charged) min 180 when it is running but not actually doing the job. This may sig-
Allowable charging temperature nificantly reduce the exposure level over the total working pe-
range °C 0– 45 riod.
Weight according to kg 0.088 (EU) Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator
EPTA-Procedure 01/2003 kg 0.093 (UK) from the effects of vibration such as: maintain the tool and the
kg 0.085 (AU) accessories, keep the hands warm, organisation of work pat-
terns.
Protection class / II
Please observe the article number on the type plate of your machine.
The trade names of the individual machines may vary.

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Mounting and Operation The battery charge-control indicator indicates the charging
progress. During the charging process, the indicator flashes
Action Figure green. When the battery charge-control indicator lights up
Delivery Scope 1 green continuously, the battery is fully charged.
Battery Charging 2 During the charging procedure, the handle of the machine
warms up. This is normal.
Mounting the Hook 3
Disconnect the battery charger from the mains supply when
Checking if the Hook fits correctly 4 not using it for longer periods.
Inserting/Replacing the Saw Blade 5 The power tool cannot be used during the charge procedure;
Checking if the Blade is connected 6 it is not defective when inoperative during the charging proce-
Starting 7 dure.
Controlling the Stroke Rate 7 f Protect the battery charger against moisture!
Working Advice 8–9
Maintenance and Cleaning 10 Working Advice
Selecting Accessories/Spare Parts 11 f When mounting the saw blade, wear protective gloves.
Danger of injury when touching the saw blade.
Starting f When changing the saw blade, do not hold the tool with
f Before any work on the machine (e. g. maintenance, one hand on or around the On/Off switch and lock off.
changing the tool, etc.) as well as during its transport There is danger of injury when the On/Off switch is unin-
and storage, lock the On/Off switch in the off position. tentionally actuated.
There is danger of injury when the On/Off switch is unin- f When changing the saw blade, take care that the saw
tentionally actuated. blade holder is free of material residue, e. g. wood or
metal shavings.
Battery Charging
f When sawing light building materials, observe the stat-
f Do not use other battery chargers. The supplied battery utory provisions and the recommendations of the ma-
charger is designed for the Lithium-Ion battery in your ma- terial suppliers.
chine.
f While sawing, hold the machine firmly with one hand
f Observe the mains voltage! The voltage of the power by the handle.
supply must correspond with the data given on the name-
f While sawing, do not touch the hook, the blade or the
plate of the battery charger. Battery chargers marked with
air vents.
230 V can also be operated with 220 V.
f After sawing blade may be hot, please let it cool down
f The voltage range of the charger is 100–240 V. Ensure
before touching it.
that the plug matchs the outlet.
Note: The battery is supplied partially charged. To ensure full Selecting a Saw Blade
capacity of the battery, completely charge the battery before Use only saw blades suitable for the material being worked.
using your power tool for the first time.
An overview of recommended saw blades can be found at the
The Lithium-Ion battery can be charged at any time without beginning of these instructions. Do not use other blades than
reducing its service life. Interrupting the charging procedure recommended.
does not damage the battery.
Use a thin saw blade for narrow curve cuts.
The “Electronic Cell Protection (ECP)” protects the lithium ion
battery against deep discharging. When the battery is run Battery Charge-control Indication
down or discharged, the garden product is shut off by means The battery charge-control indicator indicates the charge
of a protective circuit: The garden product no longer oper- condition of the battery continuously when the On/Off switch
ates. is pressed.
WARNING Do not continue to press the On/Off LED Capacity
switch after the machine has been au-
tomatically switched off. The battery can be damaged. Continuous lighting, green ≥35%
Plug the mains plug of the battery charger into a socket outlet Flashing light, green 15 – 35%
and the charger plug into the socket on the rear side of the Flashing light, red 5 – 15%
handle, in one way only.
Continuous lighting, red ≤5%
The charging procedure starts as soon as the charger plug of
the battery charger is inserted into the socket.

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Dust/Chip Extraction ment additives (chromate, wood preservative). Materials

f 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-treat-
containing asbestos may only be worked by specialists.
– 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
materials to be worked.
f Prevent dust accumulation at the workplace. Dusts can
easily ignite.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action

Power tool fails to op- Battery discharged Recharge battery; also see “Battery Charging”
erate Power tool defective Contact Service Agent
Internal wiring of power tool damaged Contact Service Agent
Power tool functions On/Off switch defective Contact Service Agent
intermittently
Excessive vibrations/ Power tool defective Contact Service Agent
noise
Sawing time per bat- Blade holder area needs cleaning Hold the tool to point to the ground and start to op-
tery charge too low erate
Saw blade has worn Change saw blade
Poor sawing technique see “Working Advice” (figure 8)
Battery not fully charged Recharge battery; also see “Battery Charging”
The saw blade is run- Battery is getting discharged Recharge battery; also see “Battery Charging”
ning slow On/Off switch is not fully pressed Fully press On/Off switch
Overloaded during operation Reduce pressing force of tool against branch
Green and red LED Battery temperature is out of charging range Increase or reduce the battery temperature to
flash alternately within the specified range between 0 °C and 45 °C
Red LED flashes 1x Battery voltage is too low, battery is empty Recharge battery; also see “Battery Charging”
Red LED flashes 2x Battery temperature is out of operating range Increase or reduce the battery temperature to
within the specified range between –15 °C and
+65 °C
Red LED flashes fast Overload (jammed blade) Reduce pressing force of tool against branch
5x Operate tool before the blade touches the branch

Maintenance and Service
Maintenance, Cleaning and Storage
f Before any work on the machine (e. g. maintenance,
changing the tool, etc.) as well as during its transport
and storage, lock the On/Off switch in the off position.
There is danger of injury when the On/Off switch is unin-
tentionally actuated.
f Always remove the blade before any work on the ma-
chine.
f For safe and proper working, always keep the machine
and ventilation slots clean.
Clean the saw blade holder preferably with compressed air or
a soft brush. Remove the saw blade from the power tool for
this. Ensure proper operation of the saw blade holder by ap-
plying a suitable lubricant.
Heavy contamination of the machine can lead to malfunc-
tions. Therefore, do not saw materials that produce a lot of
dust from below or overhead.
Store the power tool in a secure, dry place, out of the reach of
children.
Do not place other objects on the power tool.
After-sales Service and Customer Assistance
www.bosch-garden.com
In all correspondence and spare parts order, please always in-
clude the 10-digit article number given on the type plate of
the machine.

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Great Britain Bosch Headquarters

Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.) Midrand, Gauteng
P.O. Box 98 Tel.: +27 (011) 6 51 96 00
Broadwater Park Fax: +27 (011) 6 51 98 80
North Orbital Road E-Mail: rbsa-hq.pts@za.bosch.com
Denham
Uxbridge Transport
UB 9 5HJ The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Danger-
Tel. Service: +44 (0844) 736 0109 ous Goods Legislation requirements. The user can transport
Fax: +44 (0844) 736 0146 the batteries by road without further requirements.
E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com When being transported by third parties (e.g.: air transport or
forwarding agency), special requirements on packaging and
Ireland
labelling must be observed. For preparation of the item being
Origo Ltd. shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is re-
Unit 23 Magna Drive quired.
Magna Business Park
City West Disposal
Dublin 24 Do not dispose of power tools and batteries/rechargeable
Tel. Service: +353 (01) 4 66 67 00 batteries into household waste!
Fax: +353 (01) 4 66 68 88
Only for EC countries:
Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands According to the European Guideline
Robert Bosch Australia Pty. Ltd. 2002/96/EC, power tools that are no long-
Power Tools er usable, and according to the European
Locked Bag 66 Guideline 2006/66/EC, defective or used
Clayton South VIC 3169 battery packs/batteries, must be collected
Customer Contact Center separately and disposed of in an environ-
Inside Australia: mentally correct manner.
Phone: +61 (01300) 307 044 Batteries no longer suitable for use can be directly returned
Fax: +61 (01300) 307 045 at:
Inside New Zealand:
Phone: +64 (0800) 543 353 Great Britain
Fax: +64 (0800) 428 570 Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)
Outside AU and NZ: P.O. Box 98
Phone: +61 (03) 9541 5555 Broadwater Park
www.bosch.com.au North Orbital Road
Denham
Republic of South Africa
Uxbridge
Customer service UB 9 5HJ
Hotline: +27 (011) 6 51 96 00 Tel. Service: +44 (0844) 736 0109
Gauteng – BSC Service Centre Fax: +44 (0844) 736 0146
35 Roper Street, New Centre E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com
Johannesburg f Integrated batteries may only be removed for disposal.
Tel.: +27 (011) 4 93 93 75 Opening the housing shell can damage or destroy the pow-
Fax: +27 (011) 4 93 01 26 er tool.
E-Mail: bsctools@icon.co.za When removing the battery from the machine, actuate the
KZN – BSC Service Centre On/Off switch until the battery is completely discharged. Un-
Unit E, Almar Centre screw the screw in the casing and take off the casing shell.
143 Crompton Street Disconnect the connections on the battery and remove the
Pinetown battery.
Tel.: +27 (031) 7 01 21 20 Battery packs/batteries:
Fax: +27 (031) 7 01 24 46
Li-Ion:
E-Mail: bsc.dur@za.bosch.com
Please observe the instructions in section
Western Cape – BSC Service Centre “Transport”.
Democracy Way, Prosperity Park
Milnerton
Tel.: +27 (021) 5 51 25 77
Fax: +27 (021) 5 51 32 23 Subject to change without notice.
E-Mail: bsc@zsd.co.za

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