Troubleshooting

The following table shows fault symptoms and how you can remedy the problem if your power tool does not work properly. If this does not enable you to locate and rectify the problem, contact your service workshop.

Problem

Possible Cause

Corrective measure

Power tool not running

Front brake has been triggered

Pull the lever for activating the front brake (4) back to the  position.

Plug not connected

Connect the plug

Plug socket defective

Use another plug socket

Fuse has been triggered

Change the fuse

Extension cable damaged

Do not attempt without an extension cable

Power tool works intermittently

Mains cable defective

Operate the front brake lever to stop the saw chain; check the mains cable and replace it if necessary

External or internal loose connection

Operate the front brake lever to stop the saw chain; contact your Bosch after-sales service

On/off switch (2) defective

Operate the front brake lever to stop the saw chain; contact your Bosch after-sales service

Saw chain does not slow down

Front brake/run-out brake defective

Contact your Bosch after-sales service.

Saw chain/guide rail hot

Chain tension too high

Adjust the chain tension

Blunt saw chain

Replace the saw chain

Power tool judders, vibrates or does not saw correctly

Chain tension too low

Adjust the chain tension

Blunt saw chain

Replace the saw chain

Saw chain worn

Replace the saw chain

Saw teeth pointing in the wrong direction

Install the saw chain correctly