The Bosch Jigsaw is a popular power tool. However, you may need some assistance if you wish to replace the blade on your Bosch Jigsaw. It is difficult to change the blade on certain models of the Bosch Jigsaw, especially older models.
In short, to change the blade on a Bosch jigsaw, first release the old blade by depressing the release lever. Next, insert the new blade into the blade clamp and tighten it securely. Now, attach the cover plate again and you are good to go!
Continue reading to learn more. This guide will show you how to replace the blade on a Bosch Jigsaw for both old and new models.
Bosch jigsaw blades are designed to last longer than most other brands. However, sometimes the blades wear down over time and need replacing. You can easily replace the blade by following a few steps.
How To Change The Blade On A Bosch Jigsaw (Works With New Models):
- Step 1 Disconnect your wired Bosch Jigsaw from the wall. If you have a cordless Bosch Jigsaw, you can remove the battery. You can safely remove the power supply from the bosch Jigsaw in order to change the blade.
- Step 2: While changing the jigsaw blade, must put on the work gloves so that you dont injure yourself with the jigsaw blade.
- Step 3: On the newer models of Bosch Jigsaw you can quickly and easily change the blade, due to the SDS quick-change system.
- Step 4 Push the red cap to remove the old blade. The red cap is located where the blade is plugged into.
- Step 5: Get the new blade you want to use. Keep pushing the red cap upwards, then insert the blade. It will click when the blade is locked in place. (Release the red cap)
- Step 6: You are ready to use the Bosch Jigsaw.
Keep in mind that the colors of the blades indicate the material for which the blade is intended to use.
The grey blade can be used for wood while the blue can be used for metal. The red blade can be used for plastic. The white blade can be used for any purpose. While the black-gold blade can only ever really be used for specific materials, it can also serve as a universal blade.
Steps To Change Blade On Bosch Jigsaw (Works On Most Models):
- Step 1 Turn off your machine and disconnect the power supply.
- Step 2: Remove the blade guard from the saw.
- Step 3: Loosen the two screws that hold the blade in place.
- Step 4: Pull out the old blade and set it aside.
- Step 5: Insert the new blade into the saw and tighten the screws back up.
- Step 6: Give the saw a quick test run to make sure everything works properly before finishing the job.
These methods will work for the majority of Bosch Jigsaw models. But what about the older models? We have your back, too, for the older models.
Steps To Change Blade On Bosch Jigsaw (Works On Old Models):
To change the blade of a Bosch Jigsaw, you will need a flat screwdriver (mostly flat), and pliers.
Now you are ready to change the blade on a bosch jigsaw. Here are the steps to change the blade on Bosch Jigsaw old models:
- Step 1 : Find the hole just above the handle of the Bosch Jigsaw. The hole should align with the location of the blade.
- Step 2: Your screwdriver can be inserted into this hole and the screw can be loosened by turning the screwdriver left (Note: You may have to loosen the screw more than you think you need to). You may hear clicking or a click sound, but the screw doesn’t necessarily need to be completely removed.
- Step 3: Using your other hand, gently pull on the blade with the pliers as you loosen it. Once the screw is loose enough, the blade will fall out of the Jigsaw.
- Step 4 – (Alternative Step 3): Once you have loosen the screw, grab the pliers and turn the blade 90°. Then, use the pliers to pull the blade out with the pliers.
- Step 5 Place the blade in the same direction that the original one.
- Step 6: (Alternative to Step 5): With pliers, push the new blade through 90 degrees as far as it will go, and then twist it 90 degrees in the direction you want it to move (either forward or backward).
- Step 7: Tighten the screw fully and remove the screwdriver while holding the new blade in place (using pliers).
- Step 8: Check that the blade is secure and not moving inside the jigsaw by jiggling it slightly. The jigsaw is now ready to use if it is solidly in place.
In some cases, step 3 is not straightforward and does not work, so you should do step 4. You can skip step 5, and instead choose step 4.
You are now ready to use your Bosch jigsaw with the new blade if you completed all the steps correctly.
Conclusion
These are the steps to take to replace the blade of your Bosch Jigsaw. This article hopefully was helpful.
FAQs
How Do You Remove A Jigsaw Blade From A Bosch SDS
It is very easy to remove a jigsaw blade from a bosch SDS, you just have to push the red cap where the blade is plugged in.
Push the red cap until the blade pops out. If it doesn’t, then don’t worry. You can use your hands to pull the blade out while pushing the red caps.
How Do You Install A Jig Saw Blade
To install a jig saw blade, first take off the cover plate. Wear work gloves, then remove the cover plate. Slide the blade into the slot until the slot clicks.
You must ensure that there is no space between your blade and the slot. Place the cover plate back on.
How To Change Blade On Old Bosch Jigsaw
The tools that are needed to change a blade on Bosch Jigsaw are the flat screwdriver (mostly flat is needed but it can be a four head screwdriver in your case) and pliers. Now you are ready to change the blade on a bosch jigsaw.
To change the blade of an old bosch Jigsaw, follow the steps in this post.
