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User Manual for Bosch GKT 18V-52 GC Professional Cordless Plunge Circular Saw

Quick guide and user manual for the Bosch GKT 18V-52 GC Professional Cordless Plunge Circular Saw. Includes setup, operation, maintenance, and safety instructions.

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Overview of the GKT 18V-52 GC components. Page 3 Cutting depth and angle settings. Page 4 Assembly of guide rail and parallel guide. Page 5 Chip ejector connection. Page 6

Quick guide from the manual

This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of the Bosch GKT 18V-52 GC Professional Cordless Plunge Circular Saw. Always read the full safety instructions before use.

Overview of the GKT 18V-52 GC components.
Overview of the GKT 18V-52 GC components.

Product Description

The GKT 18V-52 GC is a cordless plunge circular saw designed for straight and mitre cuts in wood, light building materials, and plastics. It features Bluetooth connectivity for data transfer and settings adjustment.

Assembly

Changing the saw blade: Remove the battery before any work. Flip the lever (3) forward, push the lock-off switch (2), and press the saw into the base plate (8) until it engages. Use the hex key (9) to loosen the clamping bolt (23) and replace the blade (25).

Assembly of guide rail and parallel guide.
Assembly of guide rail and parallel guide.

Operation

Setting cutting depth: Use the slider (36) to set the depth on the scale (10). Setting mitre angle: Loosen wing bolts (13) and (16), tilt the saw to the desired angle on the scale (11), and retighten.

Cutting depth and angle settings.
Cutting depth and angle settings.

Maintenance

Keep the tool and ventilation slots clean. Regularly clean the chip ejector (18) and the protective guard (15) to ensure free movement.

Chip ejector connection.
Chip ejector connection.

Manufacturer information

Bosch

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Manufacturer website https://www.bosch.com Support https://www.bosch.com/contact

Practical help

Common problems

Tool does not start

Check battery charge status and ensure it is properly inserted.

Poor cut quality

Check if the saw blade is sharp and suitable for the material. Clean the blade if resin or glue residue is present.

Dust extraction not working

Clean the chip ejector (18) regularly. Ensure the hose is properly connected.

Bluetooth connection issues

Ensure the Bluetooth Low Energy Module GCY 42 is correctly inserted and the mobile device is compatible.

Before use

  • Ensure the battery is fully charged.
  • Check that the saw blade is sharp and suitable for the material.
  • Verify that the protective guard moves freely.
  • Check that the cutting depth and mitre angle are correctly set and locked.
  • Ensure the workpiece is securely clamped.

Specs in practice

Rated voltage
18V DC power supply.
No-load speed
2800–5500 min-1, adjustable via the user interface.
Max. cutting depth (0°)
52 mm maximum depth for straight cuts.
Max. cutting depth (45°)
32 mm maximum depth for mitre cuts.

Images and diagrams

  • Page 3: Overview of components (1-28).
  • Page 4: Cutting depth and angle settings (B, C, D).
  • Page 5: Assembly of guide rail and parallel guide (E, F, G, H).
  • Page 6: Chip ejector connection (I).

Model compatibility

  • Compatible with Bosch FSN guide rail system.
  • Compatible with GBA 18V and ProCORE18V batteries.
  • Requires Bluetooth Low Energy Module GCY 42 for connectivity features.

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